Two students awarded scholarship at Saint Mary’s

Saint Mary’s University seniors Mary Gleich of Hastings and Sarah Weir of Oswego, Ill., have been selected as this year’s recipients of $1,000 scholarships, made available due to the generosity of 1963 alumnus Dr. F. Lee Van Horn.

The scholarship is intended for graduating seniors who have demonstrated distinction in their studies and work in social activism and social sciences.

Dr. Van Horn established the scholarships in memory of K. Basil O’Leary and Brother Julius Winkler, with whom he studied and was inspired by as an undergraduate student.

Faculty involved in the selection process consider the students’ significant and sustained contributions to activities that promote social justice and help to address the needs of many.

SMU offers ‘Tri Swimming’ clinic March 1 – June 9

Saint Mary’s is offering “Tri Swimming,” an open-water swim training and triathlon clinic March 1 through June 9. This clinic is for beginning or advanced swimmers who are looking for a swim clinic to complement their triathlon training goals.

Many people are hesitant about triathlons because they lack confidence in their swimming abilities. This course is designed to complement the already-training tri-athlete’s workout, and also to encourage those who are intimidated by swimming, especially in open water. Participants will build skills, techniques, confidence and endurance for their next triathlon or open-water experience.

Specific open-water swimming drills, activities and simulations are planned. Participants will have an opportunity to see themselves through the use of an underwater video camera. As the weather gets warmer, the group will go outside for an open-water swim.

Every other Saturday, participants will learn about the running, cycling and transition portions of triathlons. Also during the Saturday clinics, self-maintenance and bike maintenance issues will be discussed. Participants will also have the opportunity to ride the Trinona course and run outdoors.

Athletes must be 18 or older and able to swim one length of the pool without the assistance of a flotation device.

The group meets three days a week, Monday from 6 to 7:15 p.m., Wednesday from 6 to 7:15 p.m. and Saturday from 9 to 10:30 a.m. Every other Saturday, the clinic runs 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. Out-of-pool time may vary according to the activity. The clinic will be held at the eight-lane Jules Gernes Pool at Saint Mary’s. Instructors are Jami Severson, assistant swimming coach at SMU with competitive and open-water swimming experience, and Robyn Wangberg, professor of physics and an IronMan Hawaii qualifier and participant.

The course fee is $300. Register and pay online at www.smumn.edu/ageless. For more information, call Ext. 6921.

Conservatory offers free hip hop dance Feb. 27-28

Free hip hop dance workshops will be offered Saturday, Feb. 27, and Sunday, Feb. 28, at the Valéncia Arts Center, 1164 West 10th St. A beginning-level class will be offered from 2-3 p.m. each day, and an intermediate/advanced class will be offered from 3-4 p.m. each day.

These hip hop classes will be taught by L.A. instructor Genevieve Draskoci-Johnson. Participants must be age 11 or older.

To register, e-mail mca@smumn.edu with the names and ages of those attending the workshops, desired class level, and a contact phone and e-mail address. Parent/guardian signatures are required for students under the age of 18.

For more information about the free hip hop workshops or other MCA programming, visit www.mnconservatoryforthearts.org or call Ext. 5500

Gaslight planned for March 12-13

The annual variety show Gaslight will be presented 8 p.m. Friday, March 12; and 7 p.m. and 10 p.m. Saturday, March 13, in the dining room.

United Way seeks volunteers

United Way of the Greater Winona Area is seeking volunteers for its fund distribution process. This is the process by which money raised during the United Way campaign is invested in human service programs that meet the needs of people in our community.

Volunteers meet with agencies, study their funding requests, evaluate their budget and program offerings, and make funding recommendations to United Way's Board of Directors. Anyone living in Winona, Buffalo or Trempealeau counties is eligible to participate in the this process, except for employees and current board members of agencies applying for funding.

All volunteers are asked to attend a training session from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, March 11 and a final session where recommendations are made on from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, April 8. Beyond that, volunteers may pick any or all of the following panels:

• Wednesday, March 24 — Nurturing children (Youth development, mentoring, support for at-risk children and youth)

• Thursday, March 25 — Strengthening and Supporting Families (Counseling, domestic violence services, disaster services, health and safety, end-of-life bereavement services)

• Thursday, March 25 — Providing basic needs
(Access to food, housing, interpreter services, emergency services and other basic supplies)

Friday, March 26 — Fostering independence (Support for persons with disabilities, vocational training and job support, enhancement of the quality of life for older adults)

For more information or to volunteer, call (507) 452-4624 by March 5, or e-mail unitedway@unitedwaywinona.org.

Heukeshoven serves as guest clinician

Dr. Janet Heukeshoven spent Friday, Feb. 19, working with band students in Randolph, Minn., as guest clinician. She worked with three bands: Beginning Band, grades five and six; Intermediate Band, grades seven and eight; and grade nine through 12 Concert Band. She also worked with all of the school’s flute players in special flute workshops.

Davey Warner named voting delegate

Warner, Outdoor Leadership, was named one of four voting delegates of the Curriculum Committee of the Wilderness Education Association on Friday, Feb. 13, at the National Conference on Outdoor Leadership.

Employee changes

Leaving:
• Jane Rodeheffer, retired, interdisciplinary studies, Feb. 19.
• Kathleen LaPlant, Campus Ministry assistant director, Feb. 18.

New employees:
• Yonas Teklemariam, administrative assistant, education, Feb. 15.
• Samuel Hoke, Twin Cities - Security Guard, Feb. 10.
• Bernadine Duerkop, Twin Cities - School of Health and Human Services - Administrative Assistant, Feb. 8.

Winona Habitat Women Build pink board fundraiser begins

Leave a legacy — put your name on the 41st Winona County Habitat for Humanity Home.

Starting this month, 40 2’ by 4’ boards — painted pink in recognition of the Winona’s first Women Build project — will be located at businesses, schools, churches and organizations throughout the city — including Saint Mary’s!

The boards are also affixed with a collection box, signage and permanent markers. Everyone is invited to support the Habitat Women Build by signing their name on the board and placing a minimum $2 donation in the collection box.

The same boards will be dismantled at the end of the fundraiser April 1 and used in the home’s construction, creating a lasting tribute of this caring community. The money supports SMU’s Women Build team.

The board is currently located in the Communication and Marketing Office, but will travel to various offices and events. Contact Terri Lieder, Ext. 6965, if you’d like to have the board in your area.

Eat at Culver’s Monday and raise money for the arts

As a spring fundraiser for the Winona Area Youth Singers and the Dance Repertory Company, eat at Culver’s from 5 to 8 p.m. Monday, March 1. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a meal; a portion of all sales helps these organizations.

Sympathy to Leighton family

Helen Seline, mother of Lauren Leighton, periodicals librarian, died Thursday, Feb. 18, in Rockford, Ill. Her services will be Saturday, Feb. 27. Notes of condolence can be sent to Lauren Leighton, Campus P.O. Box 26. Saint Mary’s extends its sympathy to the Leighton family.

Founder’s Day to be held March 2

The campus community will celebrate Founder’s Day on Tuesday, March 2. All faculty and staff are invited to join in the festivities. Mass begins at 10:45 a.m. in Saint Thomas More Chapel, and the convocation will begin at 1 p.m. in Page Theatre. The truncated schedule for the day is available on SMU Inside Pages, www2.smumn.edu.

Saint Mary’s student production ‘Talking With …’ is March 4-8

A collection of 11 quirky female characters will take the stage Thursday through Monday, March 4-8, as the Department of Theatre and Dance presents “Talking With …” The production, under the direction of Dr. Gary Diomandes, begins at 7:30 p.m. at the Valéncia Academy Theatre, located at 10th and Vila streets.

Written by Jane Martin, “Talking With …” features 11 very different women including: a young woman who tests her Christian faith by handling poisonous snakes; a baton twirler who sees the face of Jesus 30 feet in the air; a destitute woman who wants to live in McDonald’s, where the sick are cured by Big Macs and no one ever dies; and a housewife who escapes to Oz every day.

They make us laugh and they make us think. And even when their challenges and crises appear larger than life, the characters embody universal issues: unbearable loneliness, crises of confidence, bereavement, loss of hope and struggles with faith. Their idiosyncratic characters amuse, move and frighten audiences while always speaking from the depths of their souls.

Tickets for adults are $10 and $5 for students and seniors and are available at the box office, Ext. 1715, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

SMU Chamber Singers to perform in Colorado

The Chamber Singers will perform a series of concerts in Colorado as part of their 2010 Concert Tour. The 22-voice select ensemble is directed by Dr. Patrick O’Shea.

Tour performances will include concerts at:
• Chapel of Our Savior (Colorado Springs) – Friday, Feb. 19; and
• St. Paul Catholic Church (Colorado Springs) – Sunday, Feb. 21.

The Chamber Singers will also serve as guest choir for Masses at St. Paul Catholic Church in Colorado Springs on Sunday, Feb. 21, and before departing at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Winona. (10:30 a.m. Mass Sunday, Feb. 14).

All performances are free and open to the public. Repertoire will include a cappella works by Willan, Scarlatti, O’Shea, Hatfield and Woollen, as well as some vocal jazz material.

The Chamber Singers will present a Homecoming Concert at 7:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 25, at Chapel of Saint Mary of the Angels on the Saint Teresa campus. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, call Ext. 1598.

SMU sends student researchers to the Capitol Feb. 25

Three SMU students, along with their faculty advisors, will head to the Minnesota State Capitol Rotunda on Thursday, Feb. 25, to present the results of their independent research and creative scholarship at the annual Minnesota Private College Scholars at the Capitol event.

The Minnesota Private College Council hosts this event in an attempt to publicize and celebrate the achievements of just a few of the many thousands of students who attend private schools of higher learning in Minnesota, and to share research that may have long-term implications for Minnesotans.

This event — to be held from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. — will showcase current research projects completed by 34 undergraduate scholars from Minnesota private colleges and universities. Saint Mary’s students attending this year’s event include:

• Ryan Soukoup, Sleepy Eye, Minn., presenting on “Cultural Change and the Dakota Uprising.” One of his faculty advisors is Dr. Elizabeth Throop.

• Keith Fahrforth, Warrenville, Ill., and Michelle Hermes, Roseville, Minn., presenting on “The Effects of Atrazine on Pack Cell Volume, Gender and Development of Gallus Gallus.” Their faculty advisor is Dr. Debra Martin.

Students to embark on SOUL trips Feb. 12-20

Campus Ministry is planning a variety of SOUL (Serving Others United in Love) trips Feb. 12-20.

Students will travel to De La Salle Blackfeet School in Browning, Mont.; Camp Hope in New Orleans; Catholic Worker Houses in Missouri and Iowa; De La Salle in Town in Philadelphia; L’Arche Community in Clinton, Iowa; McDowell County in West Virginia; Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Ariz.; San Miguel schools in Chicago; and Tides Family Services in Rhode Island.

Advisors on these trips will include Dr. Tycho de Boer, Chris McClead, Peggy Walters, Kathy Pederson, Katie LaPlant, Dr. Joseph Tadie, Dr. Karen Sorvaag, Dr. Jaime Mueller and Lynn Streefland.

SMU Haiti fundraisers

The Saint Mary’s community is finding many unique and fun ways to raise money for Haiti.

Mark your calendars for a list of upcoming events including:

• The next Let’s Do Lunch event is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 25, in the Common Room. All faculty and staff are invited to enter their favorite chili in the annual chili cookoff. The top three winners will receive prizes. Contestants should bring their crock pots to the Common Room between 11 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Everyone is invited to eat chili between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Sign up with Deb Nahrgang at Ext. 6966 or dnahrgan@smumn.edu if you plan to enter chili, so that the Volunteer Committee can be guaranteed that there is enough to feed everyone. As always, water, paper products and dessert will be provided. Go green and bring your own drinking cup. The Communication and Marketing Department will sponsor the event.

• Brave souls and warm hearts are invited to join Saint Mary’s in the first “Cardinal Plunge” Saturday, March 6. This freezing fundraiser begins at 1 p.m. at Lake Goodview, located at Michael LaCanne Park. “Cardinal Plunge” proceeds will be split between Haiti relief efforts and a fund in honor of Michael Mockler, a current sophomore at Saint Mary’s who has been diagnosed with a brain tumor. The cost for this event is $10, and all participants will receive a “Cardinal Plunge” T-shirt. Registration is available beginning at noon at the event. For more information, contact Izzy Kobs at (608) 547-3868 or Iskobs06@smumn.edu.

• The Entrepreneurship class with Jana Schrenkler has asked local businesses to offer reduced prices on merchandise for a special discount card benefiting Haiti. The “red card” will be sold throughout the community starting the end of February. Proceeds will be used for the Haiti Medical Mission.

• The Volunteer Mentors will host Hope for Haiti from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 25, in the Toner Student Center. Clubs and organizations will set up booths in a carnival atmosphere.

• A Dance for Haiti is tentatively planned for 9 p.m. Friday, March 5, hosted by Campus Ministry.

A few events that have already raised funds include:

• The Office of Residence Life and SAI held an open mic night to help raise money for Haiti on Thursday, Feb. 11.

• More than $950 was raised on Wednesday during the donated jewelry sale, hosted by the Volunteer Committee. Thanks go to everyone who donated jewelry, everyone who purchased items, and everyone who generously donated.

• More than 300 people attended the International Showcase, which raised about $1,450.

Numerous other fundraisers have occurred and are being planned. Check back for more details.

In celebration of 40 years of women

Nikki Fennern, athletic director, presented a discussion during the 2010 Winter Olympic Games centering on women and sports on Thursday, Feb. 11. The discussion was hosted by the Saint Teresa Leadership and Service Institute for Women.

The Alumni Association and Athletic Department will host an event to recognize female student-athletes on Friday, Feb. 26. Women’s hockey alums, current female student-athletes, as well as local alumnae who were athletes are invited. The event will begin at 6:15 p.m. in the Trustees’ Lounge overlooking the Ice Arena. Members of the first womens hockey team will drop a ceremonial puck at 6:50 p.m. Participants will watch the women’s hockey team take on St Olaf College and participate in special activities during the game. The event will conclude with a post-game gathering for alumni, student-athletes and their families.

These event are part of a series of spring events that are being held to commemorate and celebrate the 40th anniversary of women at Saint Mary’s.

Saint Mary’s to display sculpture from Missouri artist

A unique exhibit of sculptures, some using found objects, that “exhume, analyze and challenge past and present issues,” will be on display Thursday, Feb. 25, through Friday, March 26, at Saint Mary’s.

Chris Wubbena, assistant professor in the Department of Art at Southeast Missouri State University, will display “the de minimis series” (a term often used to reference trivial or unworthy matters) in the Lillian Davis Hogan Galleries.

Wubbena’s show will feature a group of three large-scale floor pieces, each constructed out of materials such as wood, steel, concrete, paper, clothing and found objects, as well as six slide-projection pieces, each projecting images onto masking tape adhered to bricks. “The de minimis series” also features thunderous sound projection sculptures and wall-mounted sculptures consisting of manipulated books.

An opening reception for the artist is scheduled for 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, at the galleries. Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, and the exhibit is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Sister Margaret Mear at mmear@smumn.edu.

SMU Page Series introduces The Wailin’ Jennys Feb. 24

Saint Mary’s will welcome the mesmerizing and melodious talents of The Wailin’ Jennys on Wednesday, Feb. 24. This acoustic female trio will perform at 7:30 p.m. in Page Theater.

With three extraordinary voices, two founding singer-songwriters and one singular vision, the Wailin’ Jennys — originally from Canada’s mid-western heartland — are continuing to evolve into far more than the melodious sum of their individual talents.

Founding members Nicky Mehta and Ruth Moody are delighted to welcome New York-based alto singer Heather Masse and Vancouver-based fiddler Jeremy Penner.

The Wailin’ Jennys have toured three continents, and are enjoying burgeoning international acclaim and a rapidly growing fan base. They continue to garner rave reviews for their album, “Firecracker,” which has spent more than 30 weeks in the Top 5 on the Billboard Bluegrass chart. “Firecracker” also rose to #2 on the Amazon Top Sellers Chart.

Over the past few years, The Wailin’ Jennys have made many appearances on Garrison Keillor’s “A Prairie Home Companion,” sharing the stage with luminaries such as Bonnie Raitt and Meryl Streep.

Tickets for this Page Series event are $25 for adults, $20 for students and seniors, and $10 for student rush and are available at the box office, Ext. 1715, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.pagetheatre.org. This concert is supported in part by Theatre du Mississippi.

Music Department to host SMU Composers Recital

The Music Department is planning a recital of music, written by members of the Saint Mary’s community. The event is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, April 10, in Figliulo Recital Hall.

Compositions by music faculty members Dr. Patrick O’Shea, Dr. John Paulson, and A. Eric Heukeshoven will share the program with original music by other SMU composers.

If you are a composer with ties to Saint Mary’s, it is still possible to have your music included in this program. The Music Department will assist in finding performers when possible, but it is preferred that composers provide their own musicians for the event.

For more information, contact Eric Heukeshoven, eheukesh@smumn.edu or Ext. 7292, no later than today.

New Brown Bag Session at the Fitz about reference collection

The February “Brown Bag It at the Fitz” will be held 12:45 to 1:30 p.m. today, Friday, Feb. 12, in the McEnery Center Lounge. This month’s topic is “The Reference Collection — Ask Anything: Making our Reference Collection Work for You.” Participants should bring their own lunch. Desserts and drinks will be supplied. Everyone is welcome.

SMU Green Team presents 5-part series on sustainability

The Saint Mary’s Green Team is presenting a five-part series on sustainability.

The next event is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 23, and will be led by faculty Dr. Joe Tadie, Dr. Joyce Altobelli and Dr. Jeff Amundson. They will lead a discussion on how small, daily changes may have the greatest impact on lowering energy consumption.

On Wednesday, March 17, the topic will be “Food.” Mary Gleich, Curt Coshenet, Chris Kendall and Chris McClead will lead a discussion on how food affects and is affected by climate change, including locally grown foods, composting, gardening, farming, Fair Trade, starvation, and other topics.

On Monday, April 23, Dr. Tom Marpe, Chris Kendall and Andy Robertson will lead a discussion on “Green Economy” — how climate change impacts the way we do business including green purchasing, marketing strategies, and new careers related to sustainability.

Everyone is invited to join the discussions on how Saint Mary’s is responding to climate change issues — and how you can help. All events begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Toner Student Center lounge.

Jazz notes

Swing Inc., featuring Eric Heukeshoven, will perform 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at Signature’s Restaurant. Two special guests, Larry Price on piano, and Eric Graham on bass, will join regulars Dr. John Paulson on sax and drummer Steve Kulas. They will also perform 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, at Signatures. The group will be joined by pianist Larry Price. On Saturday, Feb. 20, Swing Inc. will perform at CG’s Lounge from 7 to 10 p.m.

On Sunday, Feb. 14, from 5:30-7:30 p.m., the SMU Jazz Ensemble performs at Jefferson Pub & Grill in Winona.

Over break, on Feb. 15-16, the jazz ensemble will record their first CD on campus.

Music faculty, students attend MMEA Conference

On Feb. 11-13, Dr. Janet Heukeshoven, Dr. John Paulson and 14 music students will be either presenting, performing, or attending the state MMEA (Minnesota Music Educator’s Association) Conference at the Minneapolis Convention Center. Students performing with this year’s Intercollegiate Honor Band include: Kate Dullard and Jessica Bouska (flutes), Ryan Ballanger (clarinet), Tommy Quinn, (alto saxophone) and Ulysses Izaola (tuba). Students attending the conference as music education major attendees include Matt Polum, Sara Kuo, Marie Stier, Tony Speltz, Jessica Giers, Tyler Ringiesen, Jessica Ingvalson, Kara White and Trevor Woggins.

Heukeshoven serves as collegiate representative on the MMEA Board of Directors, and is hosting a variety of sessions and meetings. The SMU Music Department will have an exhibit in the lower level exhibit hall and will provide admission-related information to conference attendees.

Heukeshoven serves as guest clinician

On Wednesday, Feb. 3, Dr. Janet Heukeshoven served as guest clinician for the Hiawatha Valley League Concert Band Clinic. She heard performances and then rehearsed with bands from throughout the region. The ensembles included the Cotter High School Symphonic Band, Lourdes High School Concert Band, Stewartville High School Band, and the Kasson-Mantorville Concert Band.

Black History Month events announced

Upcoming events that celebrate Black History Month include:

• Tuesday, Feb. 23 — A presentation on Negro baseball will be held at 7:30 p.m. in the Cardinal Lounge.
• Wednesday, Feb. 24 — SAC will be showing the movie “The Blind Side” in Salvi at 9 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 27 — “A Taste of Africa“ will include music and dance at 7:30 p.m. in the dining room.

Stenstrup to give presentation

The Faculty Development Committee, in conjunction with the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, is sponsoring a sabbatical presentation by Kenneth Stenstrup, “Challenges and Opportunities in Teaching Undergraduate Academic Scripture,” on Tuesday, Feb. 23, in Salvi at 3:30 p.m.

Job and Internship Fair to be held Feb. 16-17

The Minnesota Private Colleges Job and Internship Fair will be held Feb. 16-17 at the Minneapolis Convention Center.

Students are invited to meet employers, explore possibilities and possibly land a job or internship. Pre-registration is required by Feb. 12. The cost to attend is $14. Contact the Career Services & Internships Office, Ext 6996, at Saint Mary’s Hall, Room 136 or go to www.smumn.edu/careerservices and click on the “Job and Internship Fairs” graphic.

In past years, over 150 organizations have participated in the Fair including: 3M, Cargill, Ecolab, Hennepin County, Mayo Clinic, Minnesota Life, Minnesota Public Radio, Ordway Center, Padilla Spear Beardsley, Peace Corps, Target Corporation, Teach for America and West Group. For a complete list of companies attending, visit: www.mnpcfair.org.

‘Love Pink’ event raises money for cancer awareness

The first “Love Pink” event, a fundraiser for breast cancer awareness, will be held at noon Saturday, Feb. 27, as the SMU women’s tennis team takes on Winona State University at the Winona Tennis Center, 360 Vila St. SMU fans should wear white for a white out; WSU is doing a black out. Admission is free, and donation jars will be available. Contact Jeff Halberg, Ext. 8711 or jhalberg@smumn.edu, for more information.

Kabara Institute announces Business Plan Competition

Full-time undergraduate students at Saint Mary’s are invited to submit business plans for a chance to win $1,500 in cash through the Kabara Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies. Participants may enter as individuals or as a team of two students. All majors are encouraged to take part.

New this year, there are separate divisions for business majors and non-business majors

Students are invited to develop a business plan for a business that they would like to start. Contents of the plan should include:

• a one-page executive summary
• a concept statement
• a preliminary marketing plan
• a discussion of operating considerations (suppliers, manufacturing processes, staffing, operating hours, etc.)
• anticipated start-up costs and pro-forma financial statements for the first year of operation
• and references for the sources used in the plan and contact information for each of the entrants.

Criteria for judging the plans includes: creativity, feasibility of the proposed project and comprehensiveness of the business plan.

A hard copy and electronic copy of the business plan must be submitted to Teresa Speck by Monday, March 15.

For more information, contact Speck at tspeck@smumn.edu or Ext. 1449. Questions about developing business plans can be directed to Jana Schrenkler at jschrenk@smumn.edu or Ext. 1491 or Sharon O’Reilly at soreilly@smumn.edu or Ext. 1576.

May, Hajoglou displaying at Minnesota Institute of Art

Monta May, Communications and Marketing, and David Hajoglou, Computer Science, have artwork showing in the upcoming Minnesota Institute of Art’s “Foot in the Door, 4” show. The show is open to all artists in Minnesota and only happens once every 10 years. Artists are limited to a single piece of work, and all artwork submitted must be no larger than 12” x 12” x 12”.

May submitted a small mosaic, “Lake Smalti .” The mosaic measures 6” x 6” and is made using a 500-year old mosaic technique. Hajoglou submitted a four-piece pottery setting.

The exhibition, which runs through June 13, is free and open to the public. The opening reception is Thursday, Feb. 18, from 6-9pm. For more information, go to www.artsmia.org

No ‘Campus Notes’ next week

Reminder: because of February break, there will be no “Campus Notes” next week. The next edition will be Friday, Feb. 26. Look ahead on your calendars. Submissions are due on Wednesday, Feb. 24.

Congratulations to Bilden family

Gena Bilden, dean of Enrollment Management and Student Services at the Twin Cities campus, had a son, Nolan Lee, on Saturday, Feb. 6. The Saint Mary’s community extends its congratulations to the Bilden family.

Sympathy to Olin family

Robert (Bob) Olin, father of Jenny Olin Shanahan (English and Lasallian Honors) and father-in-law of Michael Shanahan (Institute in Pastoral Ministries), died Tuesday, Feb. 9.

Mass will be held at 11 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at Saint Mary’s Catholic Church, with visitation continuing from 10 to 11 a.m.

A visitation at Fawcett-Junker Funeral Home is planned for 4 to 6 p.m. today, Friday, Feb. 12, and one hour prior to services Saturday at the church.

Notes of condolence can be sent to Jenny Olin Shanahan and family at campus box 82.

The Saint Mary’s community extends its sympathy to the Olin family.

Volunteer Committee funds help First-Generation Initiative

Members of the Volunteer Committee Laurie Haase, Coral Henthorne and Tami Lubinski presented Brother Edward Siderewicz with a check for $1,500 for the First-Generation Initiative. This money has been raised through Jeans for a Cause and Let's Do Lunch fundraisers throughout the year.

Finalists for Outstanding Senior Awards announced

The following students have been named as finalists for the 2010 Outstanding Senior Awards:

Females — Mary Gleich, Vanessa Grams, Molly Jewison, Mariana Sanchez and Sarah Weir.

Males — Gary Borash, David Dahlstrom, William Duffert, Brian Smith and Zhe Song.

Congratulations to these students. Final ballots will be e-mailed to faculty and staff. Seniors will have an opportunity to vote on Wednesday, Feb. 24, at Senior Salute. The awards will be presented at Founder’s Day on March 2.

SAI presents Fireside this weekend

The sisters of Sigma Alpha Iota will present Fireside 2010, “A Black and White Affair,” at 7 p.m. Friday, Feb. 5; and 3 and 7 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 6, in the Common Room.

Tickets are available today during lunch and dinner by the Cardinal Club.

Music Department to host SMU Composers Recital

The Music Department is planning a recital of music, written by members of the Saint Mary’s community. The event is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, April 10, in Figliulo Recital Hall.

Compositions by music faculty members Dr. Patrick O’Shea, Dr. John Paulson, and A. Eric Heukeshoven will share the program with original music by other SMU composers.

If you are a composer with ties to Saint Mary’s, it is still possible to have your music included in this program. The Music Department will assist in finding performers when possible, but it is preferred that composers provide their own musicians for the event.

For more information, contact Eric Heukeshoven, eheukesh@smumn.edu or Ext. 7292, no later than Feb. 12.

SMU Chamber Singers to perform in Colorado

The Chamber Singers will perform a series of concerts in Colorado as part of their 2010 Concert Tour. The 22-voice select ensemble is directed by Dr. Patrick O’Shea.

Tour performances will include concerts at:
• Chapel of Our Savior (Colorado Springs) – Friday, Feb. 19; and
• St. Paul Catholic Church (Colorado Springs) – Sunday, Feb. 21.

The Chamber Singers will also serve as guest choir for Masses at St. Paul Catholic Church in Colorado Springs on Sunday, Feb. 21, and before departing at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Winona. (10:30 a.m. Mass Sunday, Feb. 14).

All performances are free and open to the public. Repertoire will include a cappella works by Willan, Scarlatti, O’Shea, Hatfield and Woollen, as well as some vocal jazz material. For more information, call Ext. 1598.

Students to embark on SOUL trips Feb. 12-20

Campus Ministry is planning a variety of SOUL (Serving Others United in Love) trips Feb. 12-20.

Students will travel to De La Salle Blackfeet School in Browning, Mont.; Camp Hope in New Orleans; Catholic Worker Houses in Missouri and Iowa; De La Salle in Town in Philadelphia; L’Arche Community in Clinton, Iowa; McDowell County in West Virginia; Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Ariz.; San Miguel schools in Chicago; and Tides Family Services in Rhode Island.

Advisors on these trips will include Dr. Tycho de Boer, Chris McClead, Peggy Walters, Kathy Pederson, Katie LaPlant, Dr. Joseph Tadie, Dr. Karen Sorvaag, Dr. Jaime Mueller and Lynn Streefland.

Théâtre Sans Fil to present ‘The Hobbit’ Feb. 9

Enormous puppets and spectacular special effects will bring the beloved story of J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit” to life on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at Saint Mary’s. This performance by Théâtre Sans Fil will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the Page Theater.

“The Hobbit” tells the familiar story of Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf the Wizard and a company of dwarfs who find themselves caught up in a plot to raid the treasure hoard of Smaug the Magnificent, a large and dangerous dragon.

Théâtre Sans Fil (Theatre without Strings) was last in Winona in 2008, performing “Hansel & Gretel” at SMU. Théâtre Sans Fil specializes in giant puppets inspired by the classical technique of Japanese Bunraku theatre. The company successfully unites this style with original and modern set design, lighting and music. Fantasy, poetry, make-believe and magic, along with unusual and heroic characters highlight this production of the world-renowned fantasy tale.

Founded in Quebec in 1971 by André Viens, artistic and general director, the Théâtre Sans Fil has given more than 3,000 performances to 3 million spectators.

Tickets $12 for adults and $5 for students and seniors and are available at the SMU Box Office, Ext. 1715, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

Saint Mary’s hosts public event centered around ‘The Hobbit’

Fans of “The Hobbit” are invited for an afternoon of fun at the Winona Public Library on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 12:30 p.m. as Saint Mary’s hosts a “Hobbit-nista Gathering.”

A variety of events are planned:

• Cookies and punch will be served, and Saint Mary’s theatre arts students will present dramatic readings from “The Hobbit.”

• Students 18 years old and younger are invited to bring along their best original artwork, depicting a scene from J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit.” Prizes to be awarded (by random drawing) include gift cards to Mugby Junction, the Book Shelf and Barnes & Noble. Juror’s choices will be on display at the SMU Page Theatre lobby the night of the Théâtre Sans Fil performance of “The Hobbit” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9.

• Those who come early to the Hobbit-nista Gathering will be eligible for free ticket drawings to see the Page Series Théâtre Sans Fil performance.

This event is funded by the SELCO Arts and Cultural Library Legacy Fund. Support for the performance of “The Hobbit” by Théâtre Sans Fil is provided in part by Minnesota State Arts Board, through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature, a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and private funders. Support for the school matinee of “The Hobbit” by Théâtre Sans Fil is provided in part by the Performing Arts Fund, a program of Arts Midwest. Additional support provided by the Winona Community Foundation and Target.

Jewelry sale Feb. 10 to raise money for Haiti

Do you have any great jewelry you don’t wear?
Donate those pieces to help the earthquake victims in Haiti!

The SMU community is invited to go through jewelry boxes and look for jewelry to donate. The jewelry should be nice, fashionable and in good repair. All of the donated items will be priced and offered for sale on the first floor of Saint Mary’s Hall on Wednesday, Feb. 10, from 7:30 a.m. until the jewelry is gone. Nothing is over $10!

Donations can be brought to Kathy Pederson in the SMU business office, or Katie LaPlant or Nikki Richmond in the lower level of Toner Student Center by Feb. 8.

Chili cookoff to highlight next Let’s Do Lunch Feb. 25

The next Let’s Do Lunch event is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 25, in the Common Room. All faculty and staff are invited to enter their favorite chili in the annual chili cookoff. The top three winners will receive prizes. Contestants should bring their crock pots to the Common Room between 11 a.m. and 11:15 a.m. Everyone is invited to eat chili between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. Sign up with Deb Nahrgang at Ext. 6966 or dnahrgan@smumn.edu if you plan to enter chili, so that the Volunteer Committee can be guaranteed that there is enough to feed everyone.

As always, water, paper products and dessert will be provided. Go green and bring your own drinking cup.

New Brown Bag Session at the Fitz about reference collection

The February “Brown Bag It at the Fitz” will be held 12:45 to 1:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 12, in the McEnery Center Lounge. This month’s topic is “The Reference Collection — Ask Anything: Making our Reference Collection Work for You.” Participants should bring their own lunch. Desserts and drinks will be supplied. Everyone is welcome.

Library acquires Reference Universe

Reference Universe, now available from the library website, provides a new way to search Fitzgerald Library’s reference collection. Because Reference Universe offers a keyword search of the tables of contents and the indexes of our print reference sources, students and faculty can now easily discover just how much high-quality information is waiting for them in the reference collection. Get more information about this new resource on Feb. 12 at the library’s next Brown Bag It Session or try it now.

SMU hosts Kabara Institute business workshops

The Karaba Institute is presenting three business workshops to help students learn to prepare a successful business plan.

The next presentation is scheduled for Thursday, Feb. 11, at 3:15 p.m. in Salvi Lecture Hall. Sharon O’Reilly will discuss “financial management and acquiring start-up funds.”

This workshop is open to all majors and all levels of students.

SMU Green Team presents 5-part series on sustainability

The Saint Mary’s Green Team is presenting a five-part series on sustainability.

The next event is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 23, and will be led by faculty Dr. Joe Tadie, Dr. Joyce Altobelli and Dr. Jeff Amundson. They will lead a discussion on how small, daily changes may have the greatest impact on lowering energy consumption.

On Wednesday, March 17, the topic will be “Food.” Mary Gleich, Curt Coshenet, Chris Kendall and Chris McClead will lead a discussion on how food affects and is affected by climate change, including locally grown foods, composting, gardening, farming, Fair Trade, starvation, and other topics.

On Monday, April 23, Dr. Tom Marpe, Chris Kendall and Andy Robertson will lead a discussion on “Green Economy” — how climate change impacts the way we do business including green purchasing, marketing strategies, and new careers related to sustainability.

Everyone is invited to join the discussions on how Saint Mary’s is responding to climate change issues — and how you can help. All events begin at 7:30 p.m. in the Toner Student Center lounge.

Annual Twin Cities Reception a success

On Sunday, Jan. 31, the Office of Admission hosted a reception at the Minneapolis Airport Marriott Hotel in Bloomington. The event drew 89 students plus many parents. Parents also attend for their sons or daughters. This successful event could not have occurred without the generous support of many faculty, staff, coaches, current students, alumni and SMU parents who shared their Sunday to assist in bringing a taste of Saint Mary’s to our prospective students.

Thanks go to the following individuals:

Winona campus faculty, staff and coaches — Dr. Jeffrey Amundson, Dr. Brett Bodsgard, Bill Davidson, Dr. Gary Diomandes, Dr. Dorothy Diehl, Karen Hemker, Dr. Janet Heukeshoven, Ben Huegel, Philip Hull, Preston Lawing, Dr. Melissa Luedtke, Dr. Dave Lynch, Dr. Deb Martin, Chris McClead, Bill Moore, Nikki Peters, Dr. Steve Schild, Jana Schrenkler, Jami Severson, Dr. Jenny Shanahan, Dr. Ken Stenstrup, Dr. Liz Throop, Tammy Vondrasek, Jill Weigel, Nick Winecke, Jayne Wobig, Eric Zimmerman;

Current undergraduate students — Tina Gonzalez ‘13, Alex Lam ‘10, Catherine McDonald ’10, Megan Mollison ‘10, Elizabeth Myers ’13, Phillip Thomas ’10, Clarissa Matthews-Thompson ’13, Andy Weigman ’10;

Undergraduate alumni — Catherine Bunkers ’02, Jora Deziel ’01, Christine Forbes ’96, Dave Karsnia ‘00, Chad Laroche ’97, Jeffry Lusiak ’99, Nate Semsch ’04, Sara Sloneker ‘06;

Parents of current SMU students — Mr. and Mrs. Doug Mollison and Mr. and Mrs. Dave Weigman ’83.

The positive comments students and their parents make after these events reaffirm that this is a valuable way to connect with future Saint Mary’s students.

Next Chat, Chow and Web 2.0 event scheduled for Feb. 10

The next Chat, Chow and Web 2.0 event will be held Wednesday, Feb. 10, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the McEnery lounge. The event is called “Always Somebody Else’s Horizon” and the discussion will focus on “The Horizon Report,” the annual guide to technology trends that came out in January. What are some critical challenges, some key trends for academia? How will we respond?

Jazz notes

Swing Inc., featuring Eric Heukeshoven, will perform 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, at Signature’s Restaurant. Two special guests — Larry Price on piano, and Eric Graham on bass will join regulars Dr. John Paulson on sax and drummer Steve Kulas. They will also perform 5 to 8 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 14, at Signatures. The group will be joined by pianist Larry Price.

Dr. John Paulson, professor of music, has adjudicated and performed at two student jazz festivals over the course of the past two weekends. On Jan. 23, he was an adjudicator at the University of Wisconsin - LaCrosse Winterfest Jazz Festival, and last weekend he was a clinician/soloist at the Waseca, Minn., High School Jazz Festival. Over the course of the two weekends, he worked with more than 20 high school groups, in addition to being featured as a soloist at the Waseca festival. Dr. Paulson will perform Friday, Feb. 5, at 6:30 p.m. at Michael’s in Rochester along with Heukeshoven. On Friday, Feb. 12, he’ll give a presentation on Music Technology at the MMEA Convention in Minneapolis. On Monday, Feb. 14, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. the SMU Jazz Ensemble performs at Jefferson Pub & Grill in Winona. Over break, on Feb. 15-16, the jazz ensemble will record their first CD on campus.

Black History Month events announced

Dr. John Paulson Eric Heukeshoven, jazz combos, and guest musician and alum Chris White kicked off Black History Month in style as they highlighted some of the great black jazz and blues musicians in history earlier this week.

Other upcoming events include:
• Thursday, Feb. 11 — An Open Mic Night will raise money for the Red Cross Haitian Relief Effort in the Cardinal Club from 8:30-10:30 p.m. The event is hosted by the sisters of SAI.
• Tuesday, Feb. 23 — A baseball team presentation on Negro baseball.
• Wednesday, Feb. 24 — SAC will be showing the movie “The Blind Side” in Salvi at 9 p.m.
• Saturday, Feb. 27 — Taste of Africa

Ballanger presents student recital Sunday

Senior music major Ryan Ballanger is presenting his student clarinet recital on Sunday, Feb. 7, at 3 p.m. in Figiulo Recital Hall. Admission is free, and a reception will follow.

The recital will feature the works of Von Weber, Shickele, Danzi and Offenbach, showcasing music of the early romantic period through the 20th Century. Guest artists include students Jessica Bouska, John Uhal and Saint Mary’s community clarinetists. He will be accompanied by pianist Jan Matson.

Stenstrup to give presentation

The Faculty Development Committee, in conjunction with the Center for Excellence in Teaching and Learning, is sponsoring a sabbatical presentation by Dr. Kenneth Stenstrup, “Challenges and Opportunities in Teaching Undergraduate Academic Scripture,” on Tuesday, Feb. 23, in Salvi at 3:30 p.m.

Winona’s Poet Laureate plans two public events in February

Winona’s Poet Laureate Ken McCullough (PASS and Academic Advising) will host two public events in February.

As part of the Food for Thought Lecture Series, he will present a talk titled “The Poet as Witness” at noon Wednesday, Feb. 10, in the May Murray Room at the Winona Historical Society.

Memoir and creative non-fiction have become the most popular form of writing today, but first-person writing has been part of the American voice since Thoreau's “Walden” and Whitman’s “Song of Myself.” McCullough, will explore this particular American phenomenon by sharing examples from his own work and the work of other contemporary poets.

McCullough and performance artist Marilyn Klinkner will co-host a pre-Valentine's Day poetry round robin at the Winona Arts Center at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Feb. 10. The public is invited to bring a love poem (or poems) to read (or have read), especially original work. Source books will be available. Refreshments will be served. For more information, contact McCullough at Ext. 8737.

Chinese Spring Festival planned for today

A Chinese Spring Festival will be held at 7:30 p.m. today, Friday, Feb. 5, in the Heights. Admission is $4 per person. The event will include Chinese food, a traditional culture exhibition and a performance. The event is organized by the International Students Club and Residence Life.

International Center introduces new intern

The new intern in the International Center is Jesus Camacho. He is a senior majoring in Global Studies. He began working in the center in January and will graduate in May.

Yo-Yo Ma headlines 2010 Minnesota Beethoven Festival

The annual Minnesota Beethoven festival, now entering its fourth season, will also feature violinist Midori, the Miró Quartet, pianist Craig Sheppard, the percussion ensemble Nexus, and recorder/guitar duo Michala Petri and Lars Hannibal.

Other highlights include two concerts with the Minnesota Orchestra, and a week-long residency with choral conductor Dale Warland, who will be appearing with the newly-formed Minnesota Beethoven Festival Chorale.

The 2010 Minnesota Beethoven Festival includes nine different performances from June 27 to July 18, including the traditional free outdoor pops concert with the Minnesota Orchestra on July 1.

Individual tickets for all other performances go on sale May 3 and are priced at $25 for adults and $17 for students and senior citizens. Tickets for Yo-Yo Ma and Kathryn Stott are priced at $36 for adults and $29 for students and senior citizens.

Tickets are available through the SMU box office at Ext. 1715. For more information, visit www.mnbeethovenfestival.org.

Sympathy to Spencer family

Rodney “Chuck” Spencer, father of Mark Spencer (Maintenance) died on Wednesday, Feb. 3. The Saint Mary’s community extends its sympathy to the Spencer family.

Public invited to SMU 10K classic ski Sunday, Jan. 31

The public is invited to the annual “SMU 10K” classic ski event on Sunday, Jan. 31.

The event is open to all individuals, with a mass start slated for 1 p.m. On-site registration will begin at 11 a.m. at the Toner Student Center. The cost is $10, which includes a souvenir race bib. Medals will be awarded for men and women in open and recreational classes.

For more information or to receive a registration form, call Davey Warner at Ext. 8740 or e-mail drwarn03@smumn.edu.

Music Department to host SMU Composers Recital

The Music Department is planning a recital of music, written by members of the Saint Mary’s community. The event is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, April 10, in Figliulo Recital Hall.

Compositions by music faculty members Dr. Patrick O’Shea, Dr. John Paulson, and A. Eric Heukeshoven will share the program with original music by other SMU composers.

If you are a composer with ties to Saint Mary’s, it is still possible to have your music included on this program. The Music Department will assist in finding performers where possible, but it is preferred that composers provide their own musicians for the event.

For more information, contact Eric Heukeshoven, eheukesh@smumn.edu or Ext. 7292, no later than Feb. 12.

Students to embark on SOUL trips Feb. 12-20

Campus Ministry is planning a variety of SOUL (Serving Others United in Love) trips Feb. 12-20.

Students will travel to De La Salle Blackfeet School in Browning, Mo.; Camp Hope in New Orleans; Catholic Worker Houses in Missouri and Iowa; De La Salle in Town in Philadelphia; L’Arche Community in Clinton, Iowa; McDowell County in West Virginia; Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Ariz.; San Miguel schools in Chicago; and Tides Family Services in Rhode Island.

Advisors on these trips will include Dr. Tycho de Boer, Chris McClead, Peggy Walters, Kathy Pederson, Katie LaPlant, Dr. Joseph Tadie, Karen Sorvaag, Dr. Jaime Mueller and Lynn Streefland.

Report shows Saint Mary’s athletes excel in classroom

For any student-athlete, statistics help tell the story of their individual or team successes.

Goals, assists, attack percentage, field goals made, split times, service aces, batting average … the list goes on and on.

For members of the 21 varsity intercollegiate sports at Saint Mary’s, however, one statistic stands out above all the rest — 3.11. That’s the overall SMU student-athlete grade-point-average for Fall 2009 semester, as calculated by Saint Mary’s institutional research.

“I am very proud of the accomplishments of our student-athletes on and off the field of competition,” said SMU athletic director Nikki Fennern, noting that 16 of the 21 varsity teams boasted a team GPA of 3.00 or higher, with the women’s track and field (3.53) and the men’s cross country (3.43) leading the charge. “Academic success is the main goal of all of our students. To achieve this while committing many hours per week to their sport, work, and other campus activities is even more impressive.”

Of the 325 current student-athletes — who make up 25 percent of SMU’s full-time undergraduate population — 15 had perfect 4.0 GPAs, while 73 were named to the dean’s list with GPAs of 3.60 or above, and 182 finished the fall semester at 3.00 or higher.

Along with their successes in competition and in the classroom, several Cardinal teams have also been busy volunteering their time around the Winona community. Over half of SMU’s teams have spent time volunteering in the community or for special events such as cancer awareness and Gifts for Winona. More community service opportunities are scheduled for second semester.

“It is important for our student-athletes to give back to the community,” Fennern said. “These young men and women show great generosity with their time and energy.”

SMU Chamber Singers to perform in Colorado

The Chamber Singers will perform a series of concerts in Colorado as part of their 2010 Concert Tour. The 22-voice select ensemble is directed by Dr. Patrick O’Shea.

Tour performances will include concerts at:
• Chapel of Our Savior (Colorado Springs) – Friday, Feb. 19; and
• St. Paul Catholic Church (Colorado Springs) – Sunday, Feb. 21.

The Chamber Singers will also serve as guest choir for Masses at St. Paul Catholic Church in Colorado Springs on Sunday, Feb. 21, and before departing at the Cathedral of the Sacred Heart in Winona. (10:30 a.m. Mass).

All performances are free and open to the public. Repertoire will include a cappella works by Willan, Scarlatti, O’Shea, Hatfield and Woollen, as well as some vocal jazz material. For more information, call Ext. 1598.

Théâtre Sans Fil to present ‘The Hobbit’ Feb. 9

Enormous puppets and spectacular special effects will bring the beloved story of J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit” to life on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at Saint Mary’s. This performance by Théâtre Sans Fil will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the Page Theater.

“The Hobbit” tells the familiar story of Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf the Wizard and a company of dwarfs who find themselves caught up in a plot to raid the treasure hoard of Smaug the Magnificent, a large and dangerous dragon.

Théâtre Sans Fil (Theatre without Strings) was last in Winona in 2008, performing “Hansel & Gretel” at SMU. Théâtre Sans Fil specializes in giant puppets inspired by the classical technique of Japanese Bunraku theatre. The company successfully unites this style with original and modern set design, lighting and music. Fantasy, poetry, make-believe and magic, along with unusual and heroic characters highlight this production of the world-renowned fantasy tale.

Founded in Quebec in 1971 by André Viens, artistic and general director, the Théâtre Sans Fil has given more than 3,000 performances to 3 million spectators.

Tickets $12 for adults and $5 for students and seniors and are available at the SMU Box Office, Ext. 1715, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

Saint Mary’s hosts public event centered around ‘The Hobbit’

Fans of “The Hobbit” are invited for an afternoon of fun at the Winona Public Library on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 12:30 p.m. as Saint Mary’s hosts a “Hobbit-nista Gathering.”

A variety of events are planned:

• Cookies and punch will be served, and Saint Mary’s theatre arts students will present dramatic readings from “The Hobbit.”

• Students 18 years old and younger are invited to bring along their best original artwork, depicting a scene from J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit.” Prizes to be awarded (by random drawing) include gift cards to Mugby Junction, the Book Shelf and Barnes & Noble. Juror’s choices will be on display at the SMU Page Theatre lobby the night of the Théâtre Sans Fil performance of “The Hobbit” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9.

• Those who come early to the Hobbit-nista Gathering will be eligible for free ticket drawings to see the Page Series Théâtre Sans Fil performance.

This event is funded by the SELCO Arts and Cultural Library Legacy Fund. Support for the performance of “The Hobbit” by Théâtre Sans Fil is provided in part by Minnesota State Arts Board, through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature, a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and private funders. Support for the school matinee of “The Hobbit” by Théâtre Sans Fil is provided in part by the Performing Arts Fund, a program of Arts Midwest. Additional support provided by the Winona Community Foundation and Target.

Black History Jazz and Blues Night planned for Feb. 1

Music faculty John Paulson and Eric Heukeshoven; students Jeremy Johnston, Vanessa Grams, Tom Briese and Joe Mazzuca; and SMU alum Chris White will kick off Black History Month with a music tribute to African American jazz and blues composers and musicians on Monday, Feb. 1. This event will take place at 8:30 - 10:30 p.m. in the Cardinal Club. The admission to this event is free.

Jewelry sale Feb. 10 to raise money for Haiti

Do you have any great jewelry you don’t wear?

Donate those pieces to help the earthquake victims in Haiti!

The SMU community is invited to go through jewelry boxes and look for jewelry to donate. The jewelry should be nice, fashionable, in good repair. All of the donated items will be priced and offered for sale on Wednesday, Feb. 10, in Saint Mary’s Hall. More details about the actual sale will come out as the date gets closer.

Donations can be brought to Kathy Pederson in the SMU business office, or Katie LaPlant or Nikki Richmond in the lower level of Toner Student Center by Feb. 8.

Chili cookoff to highlight next Let’s Do Lunch Feb. 26

The next Let’s Do Lunch event is scheduled for Feb. 26 in the Common Room. All faculty and staff are invited to enter their favorite chili in the annual chili cookoff. The top three winners will receive prizes.

SMU, WSU poets offer evening of poetry tonight

Winona’s Poet Laureate Ken McCullough from Saint Mary’s and former Poet Laureate Jim Armstrong from Winona State will co-host “A Confluence of Voices” on Friday, Jan. 29.

Several poets from both Saint Mary’s and Winona State will read their work in round-robin fashion, followed by an open mic.

This event, part of the Frozen River Fringe Fest, will run from 4 to 6 p.m. at Mugby Junction, located at 451 Huff St.

For more information, call McCullough at Ext. 8737.

Frozen River Film Festival runs through this weekend

The Frozen River Film Festival will continue through Jan. 31 at Winona State.

The Festival will contain a variety of films, speakers, workshops, music, and much more. The Frozen River Film Festival Club will be transporting students to and from the Festival at the following times on Saturday:

• Leave SMU at 9:30 a.m. and return at noon.
• Leave SMU at 12:15 p.m. and return at 3 p.m. • Leave at 3:15 p.m. and return at 5:30 p.m.
• Leave 5:35 p.m. and return at 10:15 p.m.

On Sunday, the van will leave at 9:30 a.m. and return at noon.

Students may attend the festival for free with student ID. For show times or more information, go to www.frff.org.

International Showcase raises $1,450 for Haiti relief

Jing Wang

Jasmine Wang

Suba Krishnan

Saint Mary’s students showcased a variety of talents, including colorful dance moves and harmonious music at the International Showcase on Saturday, Jan. 23.

More than 300 people attended, and about $1,450 was raised for the Haiti Relief Fund. A special thanks goes out to the Inter-Cultural Awareness Association, the International Students Club, Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia, Chartwells, maintenance, performers and the audience who made this event a success. Video from the event will be posted on YouTube soon.

Well-known conductor Dale Warland works with choir

Dale Warland, American conductor, composer, and founder of the Grammy-nominated Dale Warland Singers, worked with the Chamber Singers on Monday, Jan. 25, in Figliulo Recital Hall.

Warland also led a question-and-answer session for emerging conductors and interested choral singers. The emphasis on the session was to help students prepare to serve as conductors and music directors.

Winners of Kabara contest announced

The Kabara Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies announced that Nick Fabbri, Laura Enstad, Catherine McDonald and Benjamin A. Scott were awarded the top prizes in the recent Elevator Pitch Competition.

Contestants created an idea for a new business and had 90 seconds (the length of an average elevator ride) to convince a panel of judges that the idea was a worthwhile investment.

Students from several different majors developed ideas ranging from food delivery services to manufacturing businesses to internet-based companies.

SMU hosts Kabara Institute business workshops

The Karaba Institute is presenting three business workshops to help students learn to prepare a successful business plan.

The next two presentations are scheduled for Mondays, Feb. 4 and Feb. 11, at 3:15 p.m. in Salvi Lecture Hall. On Feb. 4, Jeff Hefel will discuss “organization and management decisions” as well as “marketing and sales strategies.” On Feb. 11, Sharon O’Reilly will discuss “financial management and acquiring start-up funds.”

Jana Schrenkler started off the series Jan. 28 with a presentation about “defining your market and developing a vision and a mission.”

These workshops are independent and open to all majors and all levels of students. Undergraduate students can also enter the business plan in the annual Kabara Business Plan Competition that will be held in March.

SMU Green Team presents 5-part series on sustainability

The Saint Mary’s Green Team is presenting a five-part series on sustainability.

The next event is scheduled for Tuesday, Feb. 23, and will be led by faculty Joe Tadie, Joyce Altobelli and Jeff Amundson. They will lead a discussion on how small, daily changes may have the greatest impact on lowering energy consumption.

On Wednesday, March 17, the topic will be “Food.” Mary Gleich, Curt Coshenet, Chris Kendall and Chris McClead will lead a discussion on how food affects and is affected by climate change, including locally grown foods, composting, gardening, farming, Fair Trade, starvation, and other topics.

On Monday, April 23, Tom Marpe, Chris Kendall and Andy Robertson will lead a discussion on “Green Economy” — how climate change impacts the way we do business including green purchasing, marketing strategies, and new careers related to sustainability.

Everyone is invited to join the discussions on how Saint Mary’s is responding to climate change issues — and how you can help. As the university implements its Environmental Management System, faculty, staff and students will reduce their consumption of resources, reduce their carbon footprint, become better stewards of creation, and support environmental justice.

Topics already covered include efforts to reduce solid waste production, and “Sustainability and the Catholic University” — the moral and ethical implications of climate change and sustainability.

Next Chat, Chow and Web 2.0 event scheduled for Feb. 10

The next Chat, Chow and Web 2.0 event will be held Wednesday, Feb. 10, from 12:30-1:30 p.m. in the McEnery lounge. The event is called “Always Somebody Else’s Horizon” and the discussion will focus on “The Horizon Report,” the annual guide to technology trends that came out in January. Find out what’s ahead in one year, in two to three years, and in four to five years. What are some critical challenges, some key trends for academia? How will we respond?

Employee changes

Leaving:
• Ronald Weimer, January, admissions associate director
• Debbie Rose, January, Twin Cities administrative assistant
• Elissa Hall, January, PDI program director

Annual Twin Cities admission reception is Sunday

On Sunday, Jan. 31, the Admission Office will host its annual Twin Cities Reception at the Minneapolis Airport Marriott in Bloomington, Minn. Prospective students and parents will have the opportunity to meet with more than 75 SMU faculty, staff, coaches, current students, and alumni at the open house from 1 to 4 p.m. The positive comments that admission staff hears from the students and their parents after these events remind them that this is a valuable way to connect with future Saint Mary’s students.

SMU hosts one-act play sectionals Saturday

Saint Mary’s is hosting the Minnesota High School One-Act Play Section 1A competition Saturday, Jan. 30, in Page Theatre. Area schools competing include: St. Charles, Triton, Stewartville, Spring Grove, Cannon Falls, Rushford-Peterson, Wabasha-Kellogg and Kasson-Mantorville. Performances begin at 8:30 a.m. and run through 5 p.m.

Jazz notes

Swing Inc., featuring Eric Heukeshoven, will perform 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 30, at Signature’s Restaurant.

John Paulson will be performing Tuesday, Feb. 2, with Jazz Combo I at the Project Fine reception on campus and Friday, Feb. 5, at 6:30 p.m. at Michael's in Rochester with his own quartet. On Friday, Feb. 12, he'll be giving a presentation on Music Technology at the MMEA Convention in Minneapolis. At 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 13, he’s with Swing Inc. at Signatures in Winona, and on Monday, Feb. 14, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. the SMU Jazz Ensemble performs at Jefferson Pub & Grill in Winona. Over break, on Feb. 15-16, the jazz ensemble will record their first CD on campus.

Learn to enjoy life at Feb. 2 workshop

The Saint Teresa Institute Leadership and Service Institute for Women is hosting a workshop titled “Enjoying a Life that Counts!” Tuesdays, Feb. 2 and 9. The presentations, by Kathy Pederson, run from 5:30-7:30 p.m. in Salvi Lecture Hall.

This two-part workshop explains tools and tips to create a daily agenda that enables you to achieve and enjoy optimal success with a faith-based lifestyle. A light dinner will be provided. E-mail tpape@smumn.edu by Monday, Feb. 1, to register. This workshop is open to all Saint Mary’s students, faculty and staff.

Congratulations to the Landrums

Kevin (men’s assistant basketball coach) and Emmy Landrum had a baby girl, Arabella Jordan, on Thursday, Jan. 21. Todd Landrum (head men’s basketball coach) is Kevin’s father. Saint Mary’s University extends its congratulations to the Landrum family.

Public invited to SMU 10K classic ski Sunday, Jan. 31

The public is invited to the annual “SMU 10K” classic ski event on Sunday, Jan. 31.

“We’re very fortunate to have an excellent trail system here that is scenic and challenging," said Chris Kendall, vice president for Student Development. “And this year we can be sure we will actually have snow, thanks to our new snow-making capabilities as a result of a partnership with the Winona Ski Club.”

The event is open to all individuals, with a mass start slated for 1 p.m. On-site registration will begin at 11 a.m. at the Toner Student Center. The cost is $10, which includes a souvenir race bib. Medals will be awarded for men and women in open and recreational classes.

For more information or to receive a registration form, call Davey Warner at Ext. 8740 or e-mail drwarn03@smumn.edu.

SMU, WSU poets offer evening of poetry Jan. 29

Winona’s Poet Laureate Ken McCullough from Saint Mary’s and former Poet Laureate Jim Armstrong from Winona State will co-host “A Confluence of Voices” on Friday, Jan. 29.

Several poets from both Saint Mary’s and Winona State will read their work in round-robin fashion, followed by an open mic.

This event, part of the Frozen River Fringe Fest, will run from 4 to 6 p.m. at Mugby Junction, located at 451 Huff St.

For more information, call McCullough at Ext. 8737.

Mear’s work highlighted at faculty art show

Seven Saint Mary’s faculty members from the Department of Art and Design will display a variety of artwork through Sunday, Feb. 14, in the Lillian Davis Hogan Galleries.

The show, “Seven Point Perspective,” includes a retrospective of retiring faculty member Sister Margaret Mear’s work. Also displaying works are Brother Roderick Robertson, Preston Lawing, Rob McCall, John Whelan, Charlie Campbell and Kathy Greden Christenson.

Gallery hours are 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily, and the exhibit is free and open to the public.

SMU to host Moscow Festival Ballet Jan. 26

The Moscow Festival Ballet will present “Giselle” — a story of love, betrayal, madness, revenge and forgiveness — at 7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Jan. 26, at Page Theatre.

The Moscow Festival Ballet, under the direction of former Bolshoi principal dancer Sergei Radchenko, has amassed a loyal following across the United States for its technically precise and respectful interpretations of grand ballet in the admired Russian tradition.

“Giselle” is the story of a pure and innocent peasant girl who is jilted by a rich nobleman. Driven insane by the ending of their relationship, she dies and enters the graveyard world of ghosts of vengeful brides betrayed by undeserving suitors.

Tickets are $27 for adults, $25 for students and seniors and are available at the Box Office, Ext. 1715, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

‘Our Story’ on display in McEnery lounge

Everyone is invited to come to the McEnery Center lounge to view “Our Story” — a photo exhibit of 61 photo boards and 21 text boards with titles and text of the past 60 years of the Palestinian Nakba, “the catastrophe.” This exhibit was originally created in 1998 by Sabeel, an ecumenical grassroots liberation theology movement among Palestinian Christians, and updated in 2008 by Sabeel Canada. The exhibit is on loan for the month from Northfielders for Justice in Palestine/Israel.

Campus invited to join Relay for Life teams

The 2010 Relay for Life at Saint Mary’s will be held April 9-10. Relay For Life is the American Cancer Society’s signature activity. It offers everyone in the community an opportunity to participate in the fight against cancer. Teams of people camp out at a local high school, park or fairground and take turns walking or running around a track or path. Each team is asked to have a representative on the track at all times during the event. Relays are an overnight event, up to 24 hours in length. To learn more about SMU teams, go to www.relayforlife.org/smu.

International Showcase Jan. 23 to raise money for Haiti

The SMU International Showcase will be held 8 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 23, in the dining room of the Toner Student Center. The evening will include international music and dance, performed by many SMU international students. Tickets are $5. For tickets or information, call Jason Richter, Ext. 1648. Proceeds will go to the Haiti Victim Relief Fund.

Théâtre Sans Fil to present ‘The Hobbit’ Feb. 9

Enormous puppets and spectacular special effects will bring the beloved story of J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit” to life on Tuesday, Feb. 9, at Saint Mary’s. This performance by Théâtre Sans Fil will take place at 6:30 p.m. in the Page Theater.

“The Hobbit” tells the familiar story of Bilbo Baggins, Gandalf the Wizard and a company of dwarfs who find themselves caught up in a plot to raid the treasure hoard of Smaug the Magnificent, a large and dangerous dragon.

Théâtre Sans Fil (Theatre without Strings) was last in Winona in 2008, performing “Hansel & Gretel” at SMU. Théâtre Sans Fil specializes in giant puppets inspired by the classical technique of Japanese Bunraku theatre. The company successfully unites this style with original and modern set design, lighting and music. Fantasy, poetry, make-believe and magic, along with unusual and heroic characters highlight this production of the world-renowned fantasy tale.

Founded in Quebec in 1971 by André Viens, artistic and general director, the Théâtre Sans Fil has given more than 3,000 performances to 3 million spectators.

Tickets $12 for adults and $5 for students and seniors and are available at the SMU Box Office, Ext. 1715, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

Saint Mary’s hosts public event centered around ‘The Hobbit’

Fans of “The Hobbit” are invited for an afternoon of fun at the Winona Public Library on Saturday, Feb. 6, at 12:30 p.m. as Saint Mary’s hosts a “Hobbit-nista Gathering.”

A variety of events are planned:

• Cookies and punch will be served, and Saint Mary’s theatre arts students will present dramatic readings from “The Hobbit.”

• Students 18 years old and younger are invited to bring along their best original artwork, depicting a scene from J.R.R. Tolkien’s “The Hobbit.” Prizes to be awarded (by random drawing) include gift cards to Mugby Junction, the Book Shelf and Barnes & Noble. Juror’s choices will be on display at the SMU Page Theatre lobby the night of the Théâtre Sans Fil performance of “The Hobbit” at 6:30 p.m. Tuesday, Feb. 9.

• Those who come early to the Hobbit-nista Gathering will be eligible for free ticket drawings to see the Page Series Théâtre Sans Fil performance.

This event is funded by the SELCO Arts and Cultural Library Legacy Fund. Support for the performance of “The Hobbit” by Théâtre Sans Fil is provided in part by Minnesota State Arts Board, through an appropriation by the Minnesota State Legislature, a grant from the National Endowment for the Arts and private funders. Support for the school matinee of “The Hobbit” by Théâtre Sans Fil is provided in part by the Performing Arts Fund, a program of Arts Midwest. Additional support provided by the Winona Community Foundation and Target.

Frozen River Film Festival to kick off at Saint Mary’s

Extreme sports and thought-provoking materials will be shown and discussed as part of the Frozen River Film Festival at Saint Mary’s on Wednesday, Jan. 27.

The opening event of the festival is the “adrenaline film set” to be shown from 9-10:30 p.m. in Salvi Lecture Hall.

The full schedule for the Frozen River Film Festival is now available with a full listing of events, synopses of films, and times. The festival will run Jan. 27-31.

Students may attend the festival for free with student ID. For more information, visit www.frff.org.

Martin Luther King Jr. letter on display in library

A letter written by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is on display in the Reference Room of the Fitzgerald Library throughout the month of January.

In commemoration of the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday, the library staff is hosting this exhibit to feature a letter Brother Luke, head librarian in the 1950s, received from Dr. King in 1957.

After reading articles about King, Brother Luke was inspired to write to Dr. King and received a heart-warming response.

Library acquires two new databases

The library has recently acquired access to two new databases: ACS Publications and MathSciNet.

ACS Publications provides comprehensive access to peer reviewed journals from the American Chemical Society.

MathSciNet, from the American Mathematical Society, provides reviews, abstracts and bibliographic information for much of the mathematical sciences literature. Full text articles are not included; use the “Find it” button, rather than the publisher information link, to locate full text.

Access to these databases can be found on the library’s databases title page at www2.smumn.edu/deptpages/winlibrary/find/find_database_titles.html.

Music Department to host SMU Composers Recital

The Music Department is planning a recital of music, written by members of the Saint Mary’s community. The event is scheduled for 3 p.m. Saturday, April 10, in Figliulo Recital Hall.

Compositions by music faculty members Dr. Patrick O’Shea, Dr. John Paulson, and A. Eric Heukeshoven will share the program with original music by other SMU composers.

If you are a composer with ties to Saint Mary’s, it is still possible to have your music included on this program. The Music Department will assist in finding performers where possible, but it is preferred that composers provide their own musicians for the event.

For more information, contact Eric Heukeshoven, eheukesh@smumn.edu or Ext. 7292, no later than Feb. 12.

Students to embark on SOUL trips Feb. 12-20

Campus Ministry is planning a variety of SOUL (Serving Others United in Love) trips Feb. 12-20.

Students will travel to De La Salle Blackfeet School in Browning, Mo.; Camp Hope in New Orleans; Catholic Worker Houses in Missouri and Iowa; De La Salle in Town in Philadelphia; L’Arche Community in Clinton, Iowa; McDowell County in West Virginia; Saguaro National Park in Tucson, Ariz.; San Miguel schools in Chicago; and Tides Family Services in Rhode Island.

Advisors on these trips will include Dr. Tycho de Boer, Chris McClead, Peggy Walters, Kathy Pederson, Katie LaPlant, Dr. Joseph Tadie, Karen Sorvaag, Dr. Jaime Mueller and Lynn Streefland.

Biebel to present at St. Norbert conference

Bob Biebel, associate director of the Hendrickson Institute and development and alumni relations associate, will present at the St. Norbert College Sport and Society Conference May 26-28.

The three-day event provides opportunities for sports academics and professionals working in sports-related fields to network and share their expertise.

Biebel will present “Motivational Factors Involved in Making Contributions To Athletics: Exploring the Concepts at the Division I Level” and “The Pelaton Network: The Beginnings of a New Approach to Improving Youth Performance.”

For more information, go to www.snc.edu/sportandsociety.

Huegel passes CPA examination

Congratulations to Ben Huegel, assistant professor of business, for passing the CPA (Uniform Certified Public Accounting) examination. This is a very difficult exam taken in four parts that qualifies those who pass to become licensed as a certified public accountant in any state in the U.S.