Dear Faculty and Staff,
Following conversations with a variety of leaders, faculty, and staff, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Shelly McCallum-Ferguson, DBA, as dean of the College, the dean of the John C. Parmer School of Sciences, and the dean of Arts and Humanities. Our board of trustees has also endorsed this appointment.
As a respected scholar, engaging educator, and principled leader, Dr. McCallum-Ferguson has been universally praised for her many contributions to Saint Mary’s and her discipline. As a former faculty council chair, she has demonstrated a deep dedication to our institution and its mission. We are confident that her talents, commitment, and expertise will further benefit the university in this new role.
I recently shared that Dr. Sue Hines will serve as academic vice president for the Minneapolis and Rochester Campuses, and Dr. Darren Row will serve in the same capacity for the Winona Campus. Together with Dr. McCallum-Ferguson, these academic leaders will join their peers (Drs. Amy Heinz, Jack McClure, and Michelle Wieser) in focusing on the renewal of Saint Mary’s while deepening our faith-based mission and guiding our growth through new educational opportunities.
I would like to express my (and our) gratitude to all members of the Saint Mary’s community for their ongoing contributions to the school’s Lasallian Catholic mission of cultivating ethical leaders for the future. As we move forward with renewed focus and enthusiasm, we trust that our efforts will be guided by our mission and the values of our community. Please join us in congratulating Dr. McCallum-Ferguson, Dr. Hines, and Dr. Row on their appointments, and in continuing to support the success of Saint Mary’s.
Live Jesus in our Hearts Forever!
Father Burns
