Faculty and Staff
Women’s Hockey to Host Sophies Squad Awareness Game
Abbie CampionThis Saturday, Feb. 7, the women’s hockey team will host Bethel at 3:00 p.m. for a Sophie’s Squad Mental Health Awareness Game and benefit for Riley VanderEsch.
Roses by the Fireside
enaughtoJoin us tonight at 7pm in the Common Room on the 3rd floor of St. Mary’s Hall for Roses by the Fireside!
Day at the Capitol Will Be Here Soon
Ann MerchlewitzJoin us in advocating for the MN State Grant at Day at the Capitol.
Deadline 8 a.m. Friday: Get Students to Cardinal Career Prep
Kerri Carlson AndersonRegistration closes this week for Cardinal Career Prep. Help students get interview-ready now.
Workplace Wednesday: Upcoming Employer Hosted Events
eljohnson@smumn.eduEncourage students to join these upcoming Handshake employer hosted events!
Take the CliftonStrengths Online Assessment
Dean BeckmanDiscover your leadership strengths in preparation of visit from Gallup Certified Strengths Coach
Thursday special, Teaching Kitchen Thursday and more in The Scoop
smumndining@smumn.eduCheck out the new daily specialty pizzas in the dining hall!
This Week in Cardinal Athletics
Abbie CampionCheck out the exciting sporting events this week!
January Arts & Event Services Newsletter
sclemens@smumn.eduLearn about recent events that happened this past month!
Registration is OPEN for the Cardinal Excellence Fund Hall of Fame Dinner
Abbie CampionRegistration is now open for the Cardinal Excellence Fund Dinner and Hall of Fame dinner on Saturday, March 21, 2026
Minneapolis Library Staff Working Remotely
AMBAUER@smumn.eduMinneapolis Library staff will be working remotely this week.
Kevin Matthews and Broken Mary
enaughtoCome and hear Kevin Matthews inspiring conversion story and the roll that a broken statue of Mary played in it!
Final Week to Drive Student Participation to Cardinal Career Prep
Kerri Carlson AndersonThis is the final week for students to sign up for mock interviews and resume reviews, Feb 10–11. Your encouragement makes a real difference.
Outstanding Senior 2026 Nominations Requested
Niki PetersonOutstanding Senior nominations will be collected until Thursday, February 5, 2026
Fitz Library Hosts Faculty & Staff Game Nights
AMBAUER@smumn.eduFitz Library Hosts Faculty & Staff Game Nights This Semester
Help support City Life Center
Janie McgannReach out to City Life Center in Minneapolis to help support struggling families.
Tell students about this interviewing in the age of AI workshop!
eljohnson@smumn.eduStudents will learn how to prepare for any interview and approach each one with confidence!
Volunteers Needed for the Upcoming FIRST Robotics Competition!
Lynette JohnsonSaint Mary’s University will be hosting the first ever Bluff Regional Robotics Competition through FIRST from March 4th -7th and we need volunteers.
Blessed James Miller Day Celebration: Feb. 13
Brother Larry SchatzSMU will sponsor a van to attend the BBJM Event in Wisconsin on Feb 13
2026 Orientation Leader Application- DUE TONIGHT!
cpierpon@smumn.eduAre you intered in a paid leadrship opportunity / wotk experience? Apply today!
Toys for Tots Fundraiser on Sunday 2/1
Lynette JohnsonIn partnership with athletics Toys for Tots will be hosting a fundraiser in the arena on Sunday, February 1st.
Winona Public Library Showing One Winona: The Making of a Hockey Town
Abbie CampionICYMI: Winona was featured in a 30min short put on by the Minnesota Wild– an NHL team
Saint Mary’s Fall 2025 Dean’s List
Janie McgannCongratulations to our students who made the fall 2025 Dean’s List!
Workplace Wednesday: Upcoming Employer Hosted Events
eljohnson@smumn.eduEncourage students to join these upcoming Handshake employer hosted events!
Update Your Duo Mobile App Before February 2 or Risk Losing Access!
Tianna JohnsonIf you use the VPN, Salesforce or Great Plains, please take a moment to make sure your Duo application is up to date.
Feast of Saint Mutien-Marie, Christian Brother
Brother Larry SchatzOn January 30, the Lasallian World celebrates St Mutien-Marie from Belgium
Cardinal Gameday
Abbie CampionThe second round of conference action kicks off tonight
Conflict of Commitment Disclosure
Ann MerchlewitzPlease read here for more information about your obligations to disclose conlifcts of commitment.
Patronal Feast Day of the Sisters of Mercy
enaughtoPlease join us for 12:15pm mass to celebrate the feast of St. Thomas Aquinas, one of the patrons of the Sisters of Mercy!
Minneapolis Library Staff Working Remotely
AMBAUER@smumn.eduMinneapolis Library staff will be working remotely this week.
Data Privacy Week 2026: Protecting Data Starts With You
Tianna JohnsonJanuary 26-30 is Data Privacy Week, an international event occurring every January to raise awareness and promote privacy and data protection best practices.
The Rise of Agentic AI: How Agentic Agents Are Shaping Analytics
mrodrigu@smumn.eduLearn how agentic AI is reshaping analytics workflows and why human judgment still matters in data-driven decision-making.
This Week in Cardinal Athletics
Abbie CampionCheck out the exciting sporting events this week!
Chartwells Dining weekly Scoop
smumndining@smumn.eduSee who won January’s Crash a Classroom surprise!
Your Support Gets Students to Cardinal Career Prep
Kerri Carlson AndersonFaculty and staff: Your encouragement makes the difference. Urge undergraduate students to sign up for Cardinal Career Prep this week!
2026 Orientation Leader Application due Thursday!
cpierpon@smumn.eduAre you interested in a paid leadership opportunity?
🚗 Parking Reminder: Keep Sidewalks Clear
jzill@smumn.eduPlease do not park with your front bumper extending over the sidewalk.
Alumnus and former teacher has two theorems named after him
Deborah NahrgangPaul A. Froeschl B’67, Ph.D., has Theorem I and II named in his honor.
Dr. Kheybari leads new mechatronics engineering program
Janie McgannMajid Kheybari, Ph.D., designs hands-on mechatronics engineering curriculum.
Cardinal Gameday
Abbie CampionTime to kick off the home conference series tonight
Last Day to Audition for the Shakespeare Showcase Tonight!
Lynette JohnsonDon’t miss the opportunity to audition for the Shakespeare Showcase with GRSF!
Minneapolis Library Staff Working Remotely
AMBAUER@smumn.eduMinneapolis Library staff will be working remotely today and tomorrow.