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Thursday, September 25, 2014

Music performances scheduled for Family Weekend, Oct. 3-5

Concert Band members Roger Luttio, Amanda Patt and Lexi Loesel rehearse for their performance Oct. 4.

The Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo One perform Friday, Oct. 3.

Two public student performances—a jazz concert and a choir and band performance—highlight Saint Mary’s upcoming Family Weekend.

• The Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo One launch another great season 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3, in Figliulo Recital Hall, under the direction of A. Eric Heukeshoven. From familiar tunes by Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Keith Jarrett, and others, to contemporary compositions, the Jazz Ensemble’s season opener offers music for everyone. Jazz styles from the blues, jazz-rock, samba, and swing all come together to create a dynamic evening of variety. Jazz Combo One, also known as “Easy Company” this semester, will perform a tribute to jazz great Thelonius Monk with four of his most challenging original compositions. Seating is limited.

• The Concert Band and Choirs will combine talents for a 2 p.m. concert Saturday, Oct. 4, at Page Theatre. The Chamber Singers will perform works by Patrick O’Shea, Tomas Luis de Victoria, Hans Leo Hassler, and Thomas Tallis. The Concert Choir will perform works by Ludovico Viadana, Stephen Paulus, and Moses Hogan. Both choirs are directed by Dr. Patrick O’Shea. After a brief intermission, the Concert Band, under the direction of Dr. Janet Heukeshoven, will feature Bandscapes by Sy Brandon. This is a 13-movement piece that showcases every section of the band, from the clever “Flute Fandango” to “Tuba Tango” and the “Finale Variations,” which combines the entire ensemble in unique ways. Percy Grainger’s beautiful and familiar Irish Tune from County Derry will round out the concert. A reception will follow.

Tickets to both performances are $10 for adults, $5 for students and seniors, and are available at the Saint Mary’s Box Office, Ext. 1715, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays or online at www.pagetheatre.org/events. Tickets are also available at the door.

Saint Mary’s students to stage ‘Rabbit Hole’ Sept. 26-28

The Saint Mary’s Department of Theatre and Dance will stage “Rabbit Hole” today through Sunday, Sept. 26-28.

Becca and Howie Corbett have everything a family could want, until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down and leaves the couple drifting perilously apart. “Rabbit Hole” is a story of loss, honesty, compassion and wit during a time when a family tries to pick up the broken pieces to try to move forward with their daily lives.

This winner of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize, written by David Lindsay-Abaire and directed by Saint Mary’s senior theatre major Kathleen Bryant, confronts the emotions surrounding human loss and the unique, and at times hilarious, ways we cope with grief.

The show runs 7:30 p.m. today through Sunday, Sept. 26-28, and 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27-28, in the Studio Theatre of the Performance Center. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students and seniors and are available at the box office, Ext. 1715, Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

Saint Mary’s Page Series to present Curious George

There’ll be a lot of monkeying around as Theatreworks USA presents Curious George Tuesday, Oct. 7, at Saint Mary’s.

In this delightful new musical, the inquisitive, lovable little monkey Curious George, star of books, movies and the award-winning PBS television show, works to help his friend win the world-famous Golden Meatball Contest in Rome.

The event begins at 6:30 p.m. and features a Page Series returning favorite, Theatreworks USA. Famous Theatreworks alumni include actor Henry Winkler, four-time Tony-winning director Jerry Zaks, two time-Tony Award winner Robert Lopez, Jesse Tyler Ferguson, John Glover and many more. The theatre company’s goal is to continue doing what it has successfully accomplished for more than 50 years: giving America’s children their first thrilling day at the theatre.

Tickets are $14 for adults, $6 for seniors and students and are available online at www.pagetheatre.org or at the Saint Mary’s Box Office, Ext. 1715, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday.

Enjoy a Curious George read-aloud 4 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 2, at the Winona Public Library; tickets to the Page Series performance on Oct. 7 will be given away.

Chicago artist displays work at Lillian Davis Hogan Galleries

Saint Mary’s to host first Career Fair, prep workshops

The first Saint Mary’s University career fair will be held 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 30, in the Toner Student Center.

All students and alumni of Saint Mary’s are invited to check out local and regional businesses and organizations, network with potential employers and find out what they are looking for in potential interns and employees.

This is a great opportunity for students to practice job interview skills and potentially land a job or internship that could launch their careers.

To help prepare for this career fair, the Career Services and Internships Office will be offering three upcoming workshops.

• Career Fair First Impressions — 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 7, Room 123, Saint Mary’s Hall. Did you know that 86 percent of interviewers surveyed have made a decision about whether they want to hire someone in the first two minutes of the interview? Students can attend this workshop to learn about what to wear, body language, and what to say in the first 30 seconds.

• Your Résumé—and Other Ways to Deliver your Brand, 4 to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 15, Room 123, Saint Mary’s Hall. This workshop will help students develop a personal brand and communicate that to potential employers, especially through résumés.

• Conducting a Winning Interview, 4 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, Room 123, Saint Mary’s Hall. Interviewing can be a scary thing, so come to this workshop and discuss what kinds of questions students can expect, strategies for answering them, and questions to ask employers/interviewers.

MCA offers drawing workshops with local artist this fall

The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts will hold drawing workshops with local artist Julie Johnston this fall at Saint Mary’s University’s Valéncia Arts Center, located at the corner of 10th and Vila streets.

Visual Art Workshop I is offered to students in grades 4-6 from 5 to 6:30 p.m. on Oct. 13, 27, and Nov. 10. Students will increase their skills in observation, memory, and dexterity, while learning techniques for drawing still life, imaginative works, and portraiture. Tuition for Visual Art Workshop is $35 (which includes supplies). The workshops offer students a fun opportunity to connect with other local children who are passionate about art and drawing.

Art in Motion workshops are offered to teen and adult artists of all experience levels wishing to refresh or improve their drawing skills. The workshops will be held 6 to 9 p.m. Oct. 22 and Nov. 12. Students will explore the art of drawing a still life using versatile charcoal techniques to create a powerful piece influenced by the props from “The Nutcracker” ballet. The works will then be on display in the Ben Miller Lobby at Saint Mary’s University Performance Center during the performance season. Tuition for Art in Motion is $60. Students may also choose to sign up for just one workshop date for $30. Supplies are included in the cost.

Scholarships are available. To register for Visual Art Workshop I or Art in Motion or for scholarship information, visit www.mnconservatoryforthearts.org or call 453-5500. Registration closes Oct. 6.

Sympathy to Kendall family

Earl F. Potvin, father of Jenny Kendall ’84 and father-in-law of Chris Kendall ’79, M’85, vice president of Student Life, died Sept. 17. The Saint Mary’s community extends its sympathy to the Kendall and Potvin families.

Thursday, September 18, 2014

Fall Frolic planned for Oct. 4

The public is invited to participate in the 27th Fall Frolic 5K fun run/walk at Saint Mary’s Saturday, Oct. 4.

Registration will run from 8 to 9:30 a.m. in the Toner Student Center with the race beginning at 10 a.m. The $8 cost includes a T-shirt.

The annual event is free to Saint Mary’s students, faculty and staff, but is open to the community as well. Typically close to 300 people participate; competitors of all levels (including walkers) are welcome. The online registration form is available at www.smumn.edu/fallfrolic.

A complete Family Weekend schedule is available online at www.smumn.edu/familyweekend. Family Weekend runs Oct. 3-5 and includes a full slate of activities for families of students and the Saint Mary’s community. In previous years, as many as 1,000 visitors have come onto campus for music concerts, sporting events, the Fall Frolic, and other games and activities.

Music performances scheduled for Family Weekend, Oct. 3-5

Members of the Jazz Ensemble with director A. Eric Heukeshoven

Two public student performances—a jazz concert and a choir and band performance—highlight Saint Mary’s upcoming Family Weekend.

• The Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Combo One launch another great season 6 p.m. Friday, Oct. 3, in Figliulo Recital Hall, under the direction of A. Eric Heukeshoven. From familiar tunes by Duke Ellington, Miles Davis, Keith Jarrett, and others, to contemporary compositions, the Jazz Ensemble’s season opener offers music for everyone. Jazz styles from the blues, jazz-rock, samba, and swing all come together to create a dynamic evening of variety. Jazz Combo One, also known as “Easy Company” this semester, will perform a tribute to jazz great Thelonius Monk with four of his most challenging original compositions. Seating is limited.

• The Concert Band and Choirs will combine talents for a 2 p.m. concert Saturday, Oct. 4, at Page Theatre. The Chamber Singers will perform works by Patrick O’Shea, Tomas Luis de Victoria, Hans Leo Hassler, and Thomas Tallis. The Concert Choir will perform works by Ludovico Viadana, Stephen Paulus, and Moses Hogan. Both choirs are directed by Dr. Patrick O’Shea. After a brief intermission, the Concert Band, under the direction of Dr. Janet Heukeshoven, will feature Bandscapes by Sy Brandon. This is a 13-movement piece that showcases every section of the band, from the clever “Flute Fandango” to “Tuba Tango” and the “Finale Variations,” which combines the entire ensemble in unique ways. Percy Grainger’s beautiful and familiar Irish Tune from County Derry will round out the concert. A reception will follow.

Tickets to both performances are $10 for adults, $5 for students and seniors, and are available at the Saint Mary’s Box Office, 507-457-1715, from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. weekdays or online at www.pagetheatre.org/events. Tickets are also available at the door.

Euerle, Buerkle, Haley and Stolz honored at Cardinal ‘M’ Club ceremony

Katie Stolz and Aaron Haley were named outstanding Female and Male Athletes, and Courtney Euerle and Ben Buerkle were named Outstanding Female and Male Athletes.

The new Saint Mary's Sports Hall of Fame inductees: Kelly (King) Stinson '97, Chris Gogolewski '94 and Jennifer (Meyer) Fisher '01.

The 2013-14 season proved to be the end of one dominating era, and the beginning of another.

Senior Courtney Euerle (Litchfield, Minn.) capped an illustrious career by leading the Saint Mary’s women’s basketball team to an MIAC regular-season title and NCAA tournament berth, while freshman Ben Buerkle (Roseville, Minn.) took the college baseball world by storm in helping guide the Cardinal baseball team to its third straight MIAC tournament berth.

And Friday evening, the two were honored for their efforts, being named Saint Mary’s Outstanding Female and Male Athletes at the Cardinal ‘M’ Club Sports Hall of Fame and Awards Ceremony.

Aaron Haley (Plainview, Minn.) and Katie Stolz (Forest Lake, Minn.), meanwhile, were named Outstanding Male and Female Scholar Athletes.

Friday’s festivities also included the induction of three new members into the Saint Mary’s Sports Hall of Fame, as the Cardinal ‘M’ Club, in association with the Saint Mary’s Alumni Office, welcomed the Class of 2014: Kelly (King) Stinson ’97 (fastpitch softball), Jennifer (Meyer) Fisher ’01 (fastpitch softball) and Chris Gogolewski ’94 (baseball).

Euerle’s final season in a Cardinal uniform was her best yet, as the senior post helped guide Saint Mary’s to an MIAC regular-season title, a berth in the MIAC tournament title game, and its first NCAA Tournament appearance in nearly three decades. Euerle, who led the team in both scoring and rebounding—including six games of 20 or more points and five double-doubles—was showered with post-season accolades, including MIAC Player of the Year, First-Team All-MIAC, MIAC All-Defensive Team, D3hoops.com All-West Region and D3hoops.com honorable-mention All-American.

Buerkle turned more than a few heads in his first season in a Cardinal uniform. The freshman outfielder boasted a team-best .405 batting average, while also leading or sharing the team lead in runs, hits, home runs, RBIs, slugging percentage and on-base percentage en route to earning MIAC Rookie of the Year and ABCA Third-Team All-Region honors. The freshman outfielder had at least one hit in 36 of the 40 games he played in—and reached base safely in 39 of 40 contests.

An accounting/finance major with a 3.97 grade-point-average, Haley finished his junior season as the Cardinals’ top runner in all six cross country events he competed in. Haley saved his best for last, repeating as an All-MIAC selection with a school-record 8K time of 25:59 to place 13th overall at the MIAC Championships. He added a 35th-place time of 26:09 to earn All-Region honors at the NCAA Central Regional. During the outdoor track and field season, the junior etched his name in the Cardinal record books, shattering the school mark in the 10,000 with a time of 32:18.83.

Like Haley, Stolz was a dual-sport athlete during her junior year, competing on both the Cardinal women’s cross country and track and field teams. A biology major with a 4.00 GPA, Stolz broke the school record in the 6K twice during the cross country season, while shattering the steeplechase record three times, and setting a new school mark in the indoor 5,000. Earning First-Team All-MIAC honors in both cross country and outdoor track and field, Stolz was also honored with the MIAC’s Elite 22 award, honoring individuals who has reached the pinnacle of competition at the conference championship level, while also achieving the highest academic standard among his or her peers.

To see photos from the event, go to www.smumn.edu/photos.

150 return for Young Alumni Weekend

Alumni enjoyed yard games on campus.

Dr. Debra Martin talked with recent alumna Bethany Schmidt.

Nearly 150 graduates from the past decade returned to Winona for Young Alumni Reunion Weekend, Sept. 12-14.

Throughout the weekend, students enjoyed a faculty and staff social, a young alumni gathering at Mulligan’s (featuring music by Adam Stasica ‘07, Development), ropes course activities, disc golfing, an alumni party at Betty Jo’s, and the Cardinal Dash 5K.

The weekend also coincided with Cardinal ‘M’ Club Weekend, giving alumni opportunities to cheer on Cardinal athletics.

To see more photos from this event, go to www.smumn.edu/alumniphotos.

Black to share experience in Nairobi at faculty lunch

The Faculty Development Committee will host the first of its lunches today, Friday, Sept. 19, in the faculty dining room. Dr. Kyle Black, Modern and Classical Languages, will share “Contemporary Kenyan Culture in Context: The MIASMU Experience and Beyond” from 12:30 to 1:15 p.m. Lunch is available to faculty and academic staff in the cafeteria beginning at noon. (Note at the front that you are attending the FDC lunch).

In this session of “Sharing Faculty Development Over Lunch,” Dr. Black will share his experience with the Maryknoll Institute of African Studies’ immersion program from this summer in Nairobi, Kenya. Complemented by photographs taken on the trip, he will share some of the reasons why he chose to participate in the MIASMU program, along with how the experience was central to his professional development as a member of the Saint Mary’s community and his role as an educator.

For example, Dr. Black hopes to develop a course that will explore Kenyan/African culture through literature, film, and anthropological texts acquired on the trip. He also will describe the class in which he was enrolled (“African Cultures: An Overview”) and the ethnographic study carried out on the concept of work, identity, and labor roles in Kenya.

Saint Mary’s students to stage ‘Rabbit Hole’ Sept. 25-28

The Saint Mary’s Department of Theatre and Dance will stage “Rabbit Hole” Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 25-28.

Becca and Howie Corbett have everything a family could want, until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down and leaves the couple drifting perilously apart. “Rabbit Hole” is a story of loss, honesty, compassion and wit during a time when a family tries to pick up the broken pieces to try to move forward with their daily lives.

This winner of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize, written by David Lindsay-Abaire and directed by Saint Mary’s senior theatre major Kathleen Bryant, confronts the emotions surrounding human loss and the unique, and at times hilarious, ways we cope with grief.

The show runs 7:30 p.m. Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 25-28, and 3 p.m. Saturday and Sunday, Sept. 27-28, in the Studio Theatre of the Performance Center. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students and seniors and are available at the box office, 507-457-1715, Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

Study Abroad Fair Sept. 23

Students and faculty are encouraged to visit the Study Abroad Fair from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 23, in the President’s Room. Explore the variety of study abroad opportunities available to Saint Mary’s students. Representatives from Saint Mary’s affiliated study abroad programs, faculty leaders of short-term programs, and past student study abroad participants will be on hand to answer questions and provide information.

Saint Mary’s remembers Sept. 11

In remembrance of the 13th anniversary of the tragic events of September 11, 2001, a ceremony was held on campus. Members of the Saint Mary’s community gathered around the Peace Pole in remembrance and in prayer.

Chicago artist displays work at Lillian Davis Hogan Galleries

Medieval and Renaissance Studies seminar nears

A Medieval and Renaissance Studies seminar—titled, “The Scholastic-Humanist Debate, or Why the English and Philosophy Departments Come from Two Different Worlds, and Why the Theology and Languages Departments Have Something to Say about It, as Related by a Historian with Perfect Objectivity,”—will be held Monday, Sept. 22. The book review with commentary is planned for 7 p.m. in Salvi Lecture Hall. The event is sponsored by the faculty of the Medieval and Renaissance Studies Minor.

International Center hosts fall picnic

On Sept. 11, the International Center celebrated the start of fall semester by hosting its annual fall picnic to welcome new and returning international students, faculty, and staff. It was a great afternoon to enjoy a picnic dinner and lawn games. Thank you to all who attended despite the cooler weather!

Saint Mary’s to host first Career Fair, prep workshops

Lenz publishes article in literature journal

Dr. Brooke Lenz, English Department, recently published an article titled “Narrative Fiction, Experience-Taking, and Progressive Male Standpoints,” an examination of the narrative strategies employed in Angela Carter’s “The Passion of New Eve” and John Fowles’ “The Magus.” The article was published in the September 2014 issue of Mosaic: A Journal for the Interdisciplinary Study of Literature.

Schild’s poem wins Lanesboro Art Center contest

A poem written by Dr. Steve Schild, Communications, was chosen as one of the winners in a contest sponsored by the Lanesboro (Minn.) Art Center. Schild’s poem, one of 15 selected from more than 170 submissions, is on display with the other winning entries in a park in Lanesboro.

Sympathy to Logan family

Peter F. Logan, father-in-law of Coral Logan (Development), died Thursday, Sept. 11.

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

Thursday, September 11, 2014

Three to be added to Hall of Fame during ‘M’ Club Weekend

The Cardinal ’M‘ Club, in association with the Alumni Association, will induct three members into the Saint Mary’s Sports Hall of Fame during Cardinal ’M‘ Club Weekend Friday through Sunday, Sept. 12-14.

The 2014 Saint Mary’s University Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony will honor former student-athletes Jennifer (Meyer) Fisher ’01, Kelly (King) Stinson ‘97, and Chris Gogolewski ’94.

The trio will be honored during an awards ceremony on Friday, Sept. 12. Along with the induction of this year’s Hall of Fame class, Friday’s ceremony will also honor Saint Mary’s 2013-14 postseason award-winners, and recognize the 2013-14 Outstanding Male and Female Athletes, and Outstanding Scholar Athletes.

Saint Mary’s to host annual Young Alumni Weekend

Saint Mary’s graduates from the past decade have been invited back to campus for Young Alumni Weekend, Sept. 12-14.

More than 150 alumni are expected to attend the full weekend of events which will include a faculty and staff social, a young alumni gathering at Mulligan’s (featuring music by Adam Stasica ‘07, Development), ropes course activities, disc golfing and the Cardinal Dash 5K. New this year is an alumni party at Betty Jo’s Saturday evening.

The weekend also coincides with Cardinal ‘M’ Club Weekend, giving Saint Mary’s alumni opportunities to cheer on Cardinal athletics.

For more information, contact Bob Fisher at Ext. 6658 or rfisher@smumn.edu. To read more about this event, or to register, go www.mysmumn.org/yaw14.

Saint Mary’s students to stage ‘Rabbit Hole’ Sept. 25-28

The Saint Mary’s Department of Theatre and Dance will stage “Rabbit Hole” Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 25-28.

Becca and Howie Corbett have everything a family could want, until a life-shattering accident turns their world upside down and leaves the couple drifting perilously apart. “Rabbit Hole” is a story of loss, honesty, compassion and wit during a time when a family tries to pick up the broken pieces to try to move forward with their daily lives.

This winner of the 2007 Pulitzer Prize, written by David Lindsay-Abaire and directed by Saint Mary’s senior theatre major Kathleen Bryant, confronts the emotions surrounding human loss and the unique, and at times hilarious, ways we cope with grief.

The show runs 7:30 p.m. Sept. 25-28 and 3 p.m. Sept. 27-28 in the Studio Theatre of Saint Mary’s Performance Center. Tickets are $10 for adults, $5 for students and seniors and are available at the box office, 507-457-1715, Monday through Friday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

Page Series offering brings graphic novel to life

Science-fiction, radio play drama, and a graphic novel combine to bring Robot Planet’s “Intergalactic Nemesis” to the Page stage Friday, Sept. 12, at 7:30 p.m.

Using the sound effects of radio drama, super-sized projections of a graphic novel, a live keyboard player, and live actors playing various parts, the premise is simple: a period adventure story (with no small share of laughs) featuring Pulitzer-winning reporter Molly Sloan, her intrepid assistant Timmy Mendez, and a mysterious librarian named Ben Wilcott face the most serious threat Earth has ever known: an impending invasion of sludge monsters from the planet Zygon.

Appropriate for all ages, this show will have gamers, science fiction fans, radio drama fans, and people just looking for an entertaining evening of adventure and fun on the edge of their seats, shouting for more.

Tickets are $27 for adults, $24 for seniors and students and are available at the box office 10 a.m. to 6 p.m Monday through Friday at ext. 1715 or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

Chicago artist displays work at Lillian Davis Hogan Galleries

Medieval and Renaissance Studies Seminar nears

A Medieval and Renaissance Studies Seminar titled, “The Scholastic-Humanist Debate, or Why the English and Philosophy Departments Come from Two Different Worlds, and Why the Theology and Languages Departments Have Something to Say about It, as Related by a Historian with Perfect Objectivity,” will be held Monday, Sept. 22. The book review with commentary is planned for 7 p.m. in Salvi Lecture Hall. The event is sponsored by The Medieval and Renaissance Studies Minor.

150 attend annual picnic of the sciences

The Biology, Chemistry, and Physics departments held their fourth annual Fall Picnic on Sept. 5th. Approximately 150 students, faculty, and staff joined together to celebrate the start of the academic year. Everyone enjoyed the burgers, brats, hotdogs and watermelon, as well as the liquid nitrogen ice cream! The science departments host the picnic each fall to welcome new and returning students to Saint Mary’s campus. Special thanks to members of the Biology, Chemistry, and Physics clubs for helping with preparations for the picnic. Additionally, thanks are given to the Maintenance Department for providing the tables, chairs, and grills.

Alumnus to provide info about law profession, school

Anyone interested in law school or the profession of law is invited to attend a presentation Friday, Sept. 12, by 1967 alumnus Roger Haydock, a professor at William Mitchell College of Law in St. Paul. Haydock will speak at 11 a.m. in the Common Room. All interested students are welcome to attend.

Haydock has taught at William Mitchell College of Law since 1970 and was the first director of the Minnesota Advocacy Institute. He is the author or co-author of dozens of books, treatises, and manuals on dispute resolution, trial advocacy, pretrial litigation, and negotiation.

International students enjoy fall activities

Saint Mary’s welcomes new international students from China, Saudi Arabia, Mexico, Canada, Congo, and Ethiopia. The International Center offered orientation activities for new students including a hike to the rock, a tour of Winona, and game nights. Many international students also joined the Student Activities Committee for the Minnesota State Fair bus trip and Campus Ministry for New Student Volunteer Day.

A group of 20 new and returning international students took advantage of the Winona Park and Rec membership by spending this past Saturday afternoon at Lake Winona. Students had the opportunity to try canoes, kayaks, and paddle boards.

Students visit Excel Images to help with Cardinal Corner purchases

Each semester, undergraduate entrepreneurship students manage a not-for-profit retail store located in a small corner of the basement of Toner Student Center. Led by Michael Ratajczyk, students in the Entrepreneurship class gain first-hand experience in starting a business and running the daily operations.

Aptly named the “Cardinal Corner,” students choose products to sell in the store, garner donations from around campus, and sell items for on-campus organizations as part of a course within the entrepreneurship major.

This semester, students in Entrepreneurship visited Excel Images on Sept. 3 to view the company’s products and factory to learn more about the items that they are considering for the Cardinal Corner.

Jon Gunnarson, brand architect, welcomed the c;ass into their showroom, sample room, and production floor.

“Excel Images is a great partner with our class,” Ratajczyk said. “We have visited with them each semester since I began teaching. Students are excited to feel fabrics; touch products that have had laser etched, stitched, or stamped work done; and examine different color swatches. The students were especially excited to see some of the powerful technology that Excel Images uses.”

Great discussion at solidarity talk

A group of Saint Mary’s students, faculty, and staff attend a solidarity talk Wednesday centered on the recent events in Ferguson, Missouri. The group discussed the difference between justice and social justice, the role of media and social media in political discourse, and how the Saint Mary’s community can contribute to social change.

Solidarity Talks are presented by the Solidarity Council, and all students, faculty, and staff are invited. Solidarity Talks are scheduled every other Wednesday at 4 p.m., and free refreshments and engaging discussion will be provided. For more information, contact Alece Newberry, anewberr@smumn.edu, or Demetrius Young, dtyoun13@smumn.edu.

Nehiba publishes article about social media on campus

Hall director Shae Nehiba wrote an article titled, “Social Media on Campus: Meeting Students Where They Are,” published in the summer 2014 edition of “Perspectives,” a publication by the Upper Midwest Region of the Association of College and University Housing Officers.

Saint Mary’s in the news

The pedestrian bridge got a lot of attention this past week. Articles were featured in the Winona Daily News, the Winona Post, the Rochester Post Bulletin and on KTTC in Rochester.

Thursday, September 4, 2014

Campus solar panels ordered

The Saint Mary’s student-organized solar panel initiative was successful in raising approximately $14,000, enough to order a 3.8 kilowatt system for campus.

In order to take advantage of a Made in Minnesota Solar Panel Rebate, the project was downsized, but student organizers are excited for the project to begin.

“I think it’s a good start to decreasing our carbon footprint, and classes will be able to understand the value of solar panels and other green initiatives,” said senior Conner Ellinghuysen, one of the initiative’s organizers. “One of the great things about this project is that it has the potential to connect many disciplines of the university, from business to science classes.

“This is just the start,” Ellinghuysen said. “We will have the ability to expand on the system in the future.”

The solar panels will be installed in October. A location is yet to be determined. The system will reduce the university’s carbon footprint, save the university money, and provide educational experiences for students.

The system expected to produce over 4,700 kilowatts per year on average, or about 50 percent of the average household usage. It will also save 4 tons of carbon emission each year.

Lallaman, students survey fish communities

Biology summer intern Sarah Fanning holds a large northern pike sampled from Sand Lake, Minn.

Over the summer, Josh Lallaman, Ph.D., (Biology) was awarded two contracts to survey Minneapolis/greater metro area lakes. Summer biology interns assisted with surveying the fish communities in Sand and Long Lakes (Washington County).

Additional biology student volunteers will be assisting with surveying common carp populations in Spring, Arctic, and Cedar Lakes (Scott County) in September. These contracts are a result of collaboration with Saint Mary’s biology alumnus Mike Majeski, who currently works for the environmental consulting firm Emmons & Olivier Resources, Inc.

Internet marketing author to speak Sept. 8

Stephen Woessner, a nationally recognized internet marketing author, speaker and consultant, will speak on campus Monday, Sept. 8, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. in the Common Room.

Woessner is a two-time international best-selling author; has been published in Forbes, the Washington Post, and others; is an educator and business consultant for the University of Wisconsin System; is the CEO of Predictive ROI; is a consultant with more than 15 years of experience; and developed a patent-pending ROI process.

The Public Relations/Business Club is hosting his presentation.

Page Series offering brings graphic novel to life

Science-fiction, radio play drama, and a graphic novel combine to bring Robot Planet’s Intergalactic Nemesis to the Page stage Friday, Sept. 12, at 7:30 p.m.

Using the sound effects of radio drama, super-sized projections of a graphic novel, a live keyboard player, and live actors playing various parts, the premise is simple: a period adventure story (with no small share of laughs) featuring Pulitzer-winning reporter Molly Sloan, her intrepid assistant Timmy Mendez, and a mysterious librarian named Ben Wilcott face the most serious threat Earth has ever known: an impending invasion of sludge monsters from the planet Zygon.

Appropriate for all ages, this show will have gamers, science fiction fans, radio drama fans, and people just looking for an entertaining evening of adventure and fun on the edge of their seats, shouting for more.

Tickets are $27 for adults, $24 for seniors and students and are available at the box office 10 a.m. to 6 p.m Monday through Friday at ext. 1715 or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

Chicago artist displays work at Lillian Davis Hogan Galleries

Three to be added to Hall of Fame during ‘M’ Club Weekend

The Cardinal ’M‘ Club, in association with the Alumni Association, will induct three members into the Saint Mary’s Sports Hall of Fame during Cardinal ’M‘ Club Weekend Friday-Sunday, Sept. 12-14.

The 2014 Saint Mary’s University Sports Hall of Fame induction ceremony will honor former student-athletes Jennifer (Meyer) Fisher ’01, Kelly (King) Stinson ‘97, Chris Gogolewski ’94.

The trio will be honored during an awards ceremony on Friday, Sept. 12. Along with the induction of this year’s Hall of Fame class, Friday’s ceremony will also honor Saint Mary’s 2013-14 postseason award-winners, and recognize the 2013-14 Outstanding Male and Female Athletes, and Outstanding Scholar Athletes.

Saint Mary’s to host annual Young Alumni Weekend

First transfer dinner a success

The first annual transfer dinner took place Aug. 27. The dinner was held for incoming transfer students and featured information on services and a great speech by former transfer student Brendan Garvey. The dinner was attended by 14 students as well as representatives from Admission, Student Life and the Student Success Center.

Minnesota Conservatory fall offerings

The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts offers programming in dance, music, visual art, and theatre, year-round. Classes, lessons, workshops and camps are offered for youth (beginning with 3-year-olds) through adults at the Valéncia Arts Center located at 1164 West 10th St.

Classes begin on Monday, Sept. 8, and run through Nov.15. There is some wonderful new programming and registrations are now being accepted.

Class days, times and tuition vary. Financial need-based scholarships are available. For a brochure and a complete listing, visit www.mnconservatoryforthearts.org, e-mail mca@smumn.edu, “like” them on Facebook, or call 453-5500. Interested students may registration online, by mail, or in person at MCA’s Valéncia Arts Center.

Bingo a big draw for students

More than 400 students attended Bingo Sunday evening in the dining room. The popular event is hosted by Student Activities.

Business students to utilize price analytics software

Saint Mary’s has partnered with ProPurchaser, a price analytics software company. Students in Michael Ratajczyk’s Principles of Microeconomics and Business Intelligence will utilize the ProPurchaser tools to build price optimization models, using supply and demand factors from the market for goods available globally.

Price optimization is an integral part of an organization and deeply rooted in analytics. It involves understanding how much to charge a customer for a product or service, essentially maximizing profit, and avoiding overcharging customers and inviting them to spend their money elsewhere. Students in the Business Intelligence and Analytics program will utilize Price Optimization with retail datasets that contain over 50 million customer transactions.

Students present at national biology conference

Dr. Debra Martin, βββ NC3 District director, attended the National Beta Beta Beta biennial convention that was hosted by Gannon University in Erie, Pennsylvania on June 3-8.

Also attending the meeting were four Saint Mary’s University students who were District Beta Beta Beta winners. Amy Spitzmueller ’14 presented a poster on “Heavy Metal Analysis of Bluegill (Lepomis macrochirus) from East Lake Winona”; Kristen Thelen ’14 presented a paper on “The effects of in utero atrazine exposure on the hematopoietic system and body mass in Mus musculus”; Katie Smith ’13 presented a poster on “The effects of in utero exposure to atrazine on the hematopoietic system in Mus musculus”; and Bridget Richardson ’13 presented a paper on “The antibacterial effect of the Goggle Sanitizer.”

Highlights of the meeting were interacting with fellow research students, visiting the Erie Zoo, biking and kayaking on Presque Isle, and visiting Niagara Falls.

Biology Department student publishings, presentations

The following students and alumni from the biology department have co-authored recently published or in-press articles in peer-reviewed scientific journals:

Gary Borash (2010). 2014. Natural history note: Necturus maculosus (Mudpuppy). Diet. Herpetological Review 45:300-301.

Gary Borash (2010). 2014. Natural history note: Necturus maculosus (Mudpuppy). Habitat. Herpetological Review 45:301-302.

Peter Borash (2013): 2013. Use of aquatic habitat by brown snakes (Storeria dekayi). Collinsorum (Kansas Journal of Herpetology) 2(3/4):15.

Michelle Gossen (2011): 2013. Natural history note: Aspidoscelis sexlineata (six-lined racerunner). Artificial habitat. Herpetological Review 44:668.

Cassandra Hulett (2012) and Rachel Frechette (2011). In press. The rise and fall of green sunfish in Gilmore Creek. Bios (note: this article includes a historical review of Saint Mary’s research on Gilmore Creek, including the work of Brother George Pahl, who would go on to become the college president).

Mark Ross (2013): 2013. Natural history note: Nerodia sipedon (northern watersnake). Diet. Herpetological Review 44:695.

Stephen Schmitt (2008). In press. Natural history note: Crotalus horridus (timber rattlesnake). Diel activity. Herpetological Review.

Danielle Strebel (2012), Andrew Fangel (2011), Anthony Wolfe (2011), and Emily Mason (2009): 2014. Anxiolytic and anti-depressant effects of Boswelia extract on CD1 Mus musculus. Bios 85:79-85.

In addition, the following students were co-authors of presentations this summer at national meetings:

Scott Malotka (2014): Biology of chestnut lampreys (Ichthyomyzon castaneus) in the St. Joseph River Drainage in northern Indiana. 94th Annual Meeting, American Society of Ichthyologists and Herpetologists, Chattanooga, Tennessee.

Fred Riebel (2013): Diet of “nuisance” timber rattlesnakes (Crotalus horridus) in southeastern Minnesota, with implications for management. (poster). Biology of the Pit Vipers II, Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Saint Mary’s in the news

The Winona Daily News ran an article about the Winona Steam Calliope Aug. 30 and interviewed Eric Heukeshoven of the Music Department: http://bit.ly/Ycry90. Another article, titled “Danger, Will Robinson! ‘Intergalactic Nemesis’ lands in Winona Sept. 12” ran Sept. 2: http://bit.ly/1pqblCt.

Sympathy to Cassidy family

David Hill, the grandfather of Neil Cassidy (women’s soccer coach), died Aug. 20. The funeral was held in Lytham St. Annes, England.

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

Thursday, August 28, 2014

Saint Mary’s named one of ‘Best in Midwest’ by Princeton Review

Saint Mary’s University is one of 159 schools receiving the “Best in the Midwest” designation for 2015 from the Princeton Review, a national college guide and ranking program. Results were announced this week.

Each year, the Princeton Review profiles colleges and universities that “stand out as academically excellent institutions of higher learning.” The Princeton Review survey asks students to rate their own schools on a variety of issues — from the accessibility of their professors to quality of the campus food — and answer questions about themselves, their fellow students, and their campus life.

The 648 colleges named regional bests (226 in the Northeast, 139 in the Southeast, 159 in the Midwest, and 124 in the West) represent only about 25 percent of the nation's 2,500 four-year colleges.

The Princeton Review is a New York City-based company known for test-preparation courses, education services and books.

For more information, go to www.princetonreview.com/best-regional-colleges.aspx. The website gives a profile of Saint Mary’s, along with useful college selection features.

100 students to volunteer in Winona community Sunday

Nearly 100 new students from Saint Mary’s will serve four organizations at numerous sites throughout the Winona area on Sunday, Aug. 31, from 1 to 4 p.m. as part of New Student Volunteer Day.

Students will be assisting a number of organizations including Winona County, the Catholic Worker House, the Winona Area Humane Society, and Kinstone Academy of Applied Permaculture.

New Student Volunteer Day—organized through the Office of Campus Ministry—is dedicated to providing new Saint Mary’s students with the opportunity to engage with the Winona community, and to be inspired by the Lasallian spirit of service early in their college careers.

Internet marketing author to speak Sept. 8

Stephen Woessner, a nationally recognized internet marketing author, speaker and consultant, will speak on campus Monday, Sept. 8, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. in the Common Room.

Woessner is a two-time international best-selling author; has been published in Forbes, the Washington Post, and others; is an educator and business consultant for the University of Wisconsin System; is the CEO of Predictive ROI; is a consultant with more than 15 years of experience; and developed a patent pending ROI process.

The Public Relations/Business Club is hosting his presentation.

Jolly to speak at College Convocation Sept. 2

Dr. Eric Jolly, president of the Science Museum of Minnesota, will speak at College Convocation Tuesday, Sept. 2. Dr. Jolly will speak on the topic of leadership, beginning at 6:30 p.m. in the gymnasium.

Waiting list for Rosanne Cash tickets

Although tickets are no longer available for the Page Series performance by Rosanne Cash, a few will become available the evening of the performance. A waiting list starts at 6:30 p.m.

Cash will perform Wednesday, Sept. 3. Tickets: $30 for adults, $27 for seniors and students.

Daughter of American icon Johnny Cash, Rosanne Cash has blazed a path of her own with thoughtful, heartfelt songs of love, loss, and country living. Her most recent recording The River & The Thread has been critically acclaimed by NPR as a masterpiece and “a timeless work of comfort and quiet joy.”

Cash has recorded 15 albums, including 1981’s Seven Year Ache and 1987’s King’s Record Shop – which both certified Gold. She has charted 21 Top 40 country singles, 11 of which climbed to No. 1. She has received 12 Grammy nominations, winning in 1985.

An intimate evening featuring Rosanne Cash and guitarist-husband John Leventhal will surely attract both loyal fans and those finding her for the first time.

Conservatory registration open house planned for Sept. 3

The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts will hold its winter 2014 registration open house from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, at the Valéncia Arts enter, 1164 West 10th St.

Here are five reasons to attend:

• It’s a great opportunity to visit the facility, tour the studios and classrooms, and meet the talented instructors and staff.
• The dance attire boutique will be open and staff will assist with fittings and take orders for all of the dance classes.
• You can learn more about programming including some great new opportunities.
• Members of the Friends of MCA will be on hand to tell you more about hands-on volunteer opportunities.
• You will be able to visit with members of the Winona and MCA community and meet new people who love the arts as much as you.

The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts offers programming in dance, music, visual art, and theatre, year-round. Classes, lessons, workshops and camps are offered for youth ages 3 and older through adults at the Valéncia Arts Center, located at 1164 West 10th St.

Class days, times and tuition vary. Financial need-based scholarships are available. For a brochure and a complete listing, visit www.mnconservatoryforthearts.org, e-mail mca@smumn.edu, “like” them on Facebook, or call (507) 453-5500. Interested students may register online, by mail, or in person at MCA’s Valéncia Arts Center.

Page Series offering brings graphic novel to life

Science-fiction, radio play drama, and a graphic novel combine to bring Robot Planet’s Intergalactic Nemesis to the Page stage Friday, Sept. 12, at 7:30 p.m. Using the sound effects of radio drama, super-sized projections of a graphic novel, a live keyboard player, and live actors playing various parts, the premise is simple: a period adventure story (with no small share of laughs) featuring Pulitzer-winning reporter Molly Sloan, her intrepid assistant Timmy Mendez, and a mysterious librarian named Ben Wilcott face the most serious threat Earth has ever known: an impending invasion of sludge monsters from the planet Zygon.

Appropriate for all ages this show will have gamers, science fiction fans, radio drama fans, and people just looking for an entertaining evening of adventure and fun, on the edge of their seats, shouting for more.

Tickets are $27 for adults, $24 for seniors and students and are available at the box office 10 a.m. to 6 p.m Monday through Friday at (507) 457-1715 or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

T-shirts are prizes in contest about Saint Mary’s

This is your time to express why you love Saint Mary’s University ... and potentially win a ‘This Is Your Time’ Saint Mary’s University T-shirt for your submission!

From now until Sept. 1, Saint Mary’s is holding a Twitter contest. All alumni and students are invited to Tweet about their memorable, life-changing times at Saint Mary’s! One T-shirt will be awarded each day.

Follow this link for contest rules: www.smumn.edu/newsblog/5995/this-is-your-time-tiyt-contest/

Participants can enter every day for more chances to win!

Chicago artist displays work at Lillian Davis Hogan Galleries

Chicago artist Cherith Lundin is displaying her work in “An excess of ground,” through Oct. 10 at the Lillian Davis Hogan Galleries, located in the Toner Student Center. The exhibit is free and open to the public from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily.

Lundin is a visual artist whose work ranges in media from drawing and painting to photography and installation. Her work examines the architectural contours of everyday life and extracts moments of fluidity within familiar spaces, where apparent dichotomies such as inside and outside, figure and ground, proximity and distance mingle.

Lundin grew up in Germany and received an M.F.A. from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, and she has taught painting and drawing at colleges and universities throughout the United States.

Minivans now available

In an effort to support the educational experience, community engagement and co-curricular programs, the university has replaced several minivans on campus. For easier access, the motor pool has also been moved to the day lot across from the theater. To use these vehicles, the reservation system remains the same.

Move-in day a success

Thanks go to all students, faculty, staff, alumni board members and administration who helped students move in Saturday morning. Parents expressed much appreciation for the assistance.

Saint Mary’s in the news

The Winona Daily News ran an article Friday, Aug. 22, titled “What it’s really all about,” which features Meggie O’Keefe, a Saint Mary’s alumna teaching at Cotter High School: http://bit.ly/Z08CKN

The Winona Post ran an article Wednesday, Aug. 20 titled “Madison Spanish Ready for Fall” that details the Spanish immersion program for kindergarten and first-grade students at Madison Elementary School. The article mentions 2014 graduate Darlene Centeno who will teach Spanish immersion for kindergarten: http://bit.ly/1lyzdZR.

Sympathy to Watkins family

Cynthia Withey, mother-in-law to Pete Watkins (men’s soccer coach) recently passed away at the age of 66. The Saint Mary’s community expresses its sympathy to the Watkins family.

Thursday, August 21, 2014

Welcome back students and faculty!

Welcome Week begins with Move-In Weekend; student and parent check-in is 7:30 to 11 a.m. Saturday, Aug. 23. The President’s Welcome begins at 1 p.m. in the gymnasium, and a full weekend of events are planned. For more information, go to www.smumn.edu/welcomeweek.

Internet marketing author to speak Sept. 8

Stephen Woessner, a nationally recognized internet marketing author, speaker and consultant, will speak on campus Monday, Sept. 8, from 12:15 to 1:15 p.m. in the Common Room.

Woessner is a two-time international best-selling author; has been published in Forbes, the Washington Post, and others; is an educator and business consultant for the University of Wisconsin System; is the CEO of Predictive ROI; is a consultant with more than 15 years of experience; and developed a patent pending ROI process.

The Public Relations/Business Club is hosting his presentation.

Saint Mary’s float in Goodview Days Parade

A huge thanks goes to the large group of resident assistants and hall directors — along with John Duerst — for representing Saint Mary’s in the Goodview Days Parade. A special thanks to Ben Meyer and Minh Nguyen for dressing up as Big Red!

Conservatory to conduct ‘Nutcracker’ auditions Aug. 30

The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts will hold auditions Saturday, Aug. 30, for its holiday production of The Nutcracker, to be performed at Saint Mary’s University Dec. 4-7. Auditions will begin at noon at the Valéncia Arts Center, 1164 West 10th St.

The Nutcracker tells the timeless tale of Clara as she is taken into a magical world filled with dancing candy, daring sword fights, and beautiful fairies.

There are numerous opportunities to become involved in this production, from performing in the spotlight to assisting behind the scenes. Roles are available for actors, dancers and community members ages 5 and older (including adults) at all levels of experience.

The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts is a nonprofit arts organization, which offers programming in dance, music, visual art and theatre, year-round. Classes, lessons, workshops, and camps are offered for youth ages 3 and older through adults at the Valéncia Arts Center.

For more information, go to www.mnconservatoryforthearts.org, e-mail mca@smumn.edu, “like” them on Facebook, or call 453-5500. Auditions are free and open to the public.

Tickets to Rosanne Cash not currently available, but there are still opportunities

Although tickets are no longer available for the Page Series performance by Rosanne Cash, some will become available next week (check back at the box office) as well as the evening of the performance. A waiting list starts at 6:30 p.m. the night of the performance.

Cash will perform Wednesday, Sept. 3. Tickets are $30 for adults, $27 for seniors and students.

Daughter of American icon Johnny Cash, Rosanne Cash has blazed a path of her own with thoughtful, heartfelt songs of love, loss, and country living. Her most recent recording The River & The Thread has been critically acclaimed by NPR as a masterpiece and “a timeless work of comfort and quiet joy.”

Cash has recorded 15 albums, including 1981’s Seven Year Ache and 1987’s King’s Record Shop – which both certified Gold. She has charted 21 Top 40 country singles, 11 of which climbed to No. 1. She has received 12 Grammy nominations, winning in 1985.

An intimate evening featuring Rosanne Cash and guitarist-husband John Leventhal will surely attract both loyal fans and those finding her for the first time.

Conservatory registration open house planned for Sept. 3

The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts will hold its winter 2014 registration open house from 4 to 6 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 3, at the Valencia Arts enter, 1164 West 10th St.

Here are five reasons to attend:

• It’s a great opportunity to visit the facility, tour the studios and classrooms, and meet the talented instructors and staff.
• The dance attire boutique will be open and staff will assist with fittings and take orders for all of the dance classes.
• You can learn more about programming including some great new opportunities.
• Members of the Friends of MCA will be on hand to tell you more about hands-on volunteer opportunities.
• You will be able to visit with members of the Winona and MCA community and meet new people who love the arts as much as you.

The Minnesota Conservatory for the Arts offers programming in dance, music, visual art, and theatre, year-round. Classes, lessons, workshops and camps are offered for youth ages 3 and older through adults at the Valéncia Arts Center, located at 1164 West 10th St.

Class days, times and tuition vary. Financial need-based scholarships are available. For a brochure and a complete listing, visit www.mnconservatoryforthearts.org, e-mail mca@smumn.edu, “like” them on Facebook, or call (507) 453-5500. Interested students may register online, by mail, or in person at MCA’s Valéncia Arts Center.

Page Series offering brings graphic novel to life

Science-fiction, radio play drama, and a graphic novel combine to bring Robot Planet’s Intergalactic Nemesis to the Page stage Friday, Sept. 12, at 7:30 p.m. Using the sound effects of radio drama, super-sized projections of a graphic novel, a live keyboard player, and live actors playing various parts, the premise is simple: a period adventure story (with no small share of laughs) featuring Pulitzer-winning reporter Molly Sloan, her intrepid assistant Timmy Mendez, and a mysterious librarian named Ben Wilcott face the most serious threat Earth has ever known: an impending invasion of sludge monsters from the planet Zygon.

Appropriate for all ages this show will have gamers, science fiction fans, radio drama fans, and people just looking for an entertaining evening of adventure and fun, on the edge of their seats, shouting for more.

Tickets are $27 for adults, $24 for seniors and students and are available at the box office 10 a.m. to 6 p.m Monday through Friday at (507) 457-1715 or online at www.pagetheatre.org.

Psychology students present at APA session

Maija Rannikko, Lauren Salonek, Ashley Walz, Christine Meeds and Ellie Niedbala

Elizabeth Seebach’s collaborative lab just presented a poster at the American Psychological Association (APA) in the Division of Health Psychology Poster session. The study, “The Body as a Temple: Attachment to God and Health Behaviors” by Elizabeth Niedbala, Maija Rannikko, Ashley Walz, Christine Meeds, Lauren Salonek, and Elizabeth E. Seebach, was well received.

T-shirts are prizes in contest about Saint Mary’s

This is your time to express why you love Saint Mary’s University ... and potentially win a ‘This Is Your Time’ Saint Mary’s University T-shirt for your submission!

For the next 12 days, Saint Mary’s is holding a Twitter contest. All alumni and students are invited to Tweet about their memorable, life-changing times at Saint Mary’s! One T-shirt will be awarded each day.

Follow this link for contest rules: www.smumn.edu/newsblog/5995/this-is-your-time-tiyt-contest/

Participants can enter every day for more chances to win!

THIS IS YOUR TIME #TIYT

Chicago artist to display work at next Saint Mary’s exhibit

Chicago artist Cherith Lundin will display her work in “An excess of ground,” the next Saint Mary’s art show Aug. 28 through Oct. 10.

Lundin’s work will be on display at the Lillian Davis Hogan Galleries, located in the Toner Student Center. The exhibit is free and open to the public from 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily. An opening reception is scheduled for 4:30 to 5 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 28, at the galleries.

Lundin is a visual artist whose work ranges in media from drawing and painting to photography and installation. Her work examines the architectural contours of every day life and extracts moments of fluidity within familiar spaces, where apparent dichotomies such as inside and outside, figure and ground, proximity and distance mingle.

Lundin grew up in Germany and received an M.F.A. from the Minneapolis College of Art and Design. Her work has been exhibited nationally and internationally, and she has taught painting and drawing at colleges and universities throughout the United States.

Williams publishes articles

Martin Williams, director of Campus Safety, had two articles published in the past several years.

The first article is from the Journal of Emergency Management and is a comprehensive review of the first full year of the TASER program at Hennepin County Medical Center. To this day, this is really the only published research study on the topic of TASERs in Healthcare.

The most recent article is currently in print in the summer edition of the Journal of Healthcare Protection Management. This article is a print version/summary of a presentation conducted at the annual general meeting of the International Association of Hospital Security and Safety this past May. This article outlines how the TASER devices fit into the overall use of force model and program at Hennepin County Medical Center and is a very unique perspective into the topic.

‘Campus Notes’ schedule

The newsletter is now on a weekly schedule. The deadline for each Friday issue is the Wednesday prior.

Sympathy to Beckman, Schultz families

Luella Elsbernd, mother-in-law to Dean Beckman, Department of Communication, died Aug. 8 after a short battle with cancer.

Evelyn Schultz, mother of Janel Schultz, Mathematics Department, died July 30 in Marshall, Minn.

The Saint Mary’s community extends its sympathy to the Beckman and Schultz families.

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