March Build Challenge is Live in the Makerspace!
Editor's Note: This story was written by Maria Flynn. Calling all Cardinals! Come check out the March build challenge at the Makerspace located in Aquinas Hall! This month we are challenging all SMU students to participate in the Marble Track Adventure. All tracks...
Welcome to the Makerspace!
If you’re looking for a space to let your creativity soar, look no further. The makerspace in Aquinas Hall is open for business! The makerspace is an area for many different types of creativity. Need to use a sewing machine? The makerspace has you covered. Want to use...
Saint Mary’s Alum Publishes Children’s Book
Editor's Note: This story was written by Sophia Thompson. After graduating from Saint Mary’s University in 2005 with a degree in public relations, Jenny Baertsch worked as a marketing manager. Her life took a turn, however, when her husband brought home...
Perfect Harmony: Saint Mary’s Pep Band Club Restarted by Students
Editor's Note: This story was written by Jonah Stafford. Hoping to spread school spirit for years to come, a group of students have channeled their passion for music into the newly relaunched Saint Mary’s pep band club. The pep band club gives students the...
Meet our Resident Rhythmic Gymnast!
Editor's Note: This story was written by Jonah Stafford. Most people struggle to complete a cartwheel. Imagine completing three in a row and then catching a flying hoop or ball. This is just a regular day for freshman Daria “Dasha” Gittsovich, a nationally recognized...
Student’s Hobby Becomes a Successful Business
Editor's Note: This story was written by Sophia Thompson. You can call Callie Nguyen anytime you’re looking for a fun snack. The sophomore started her own business, Anytime Pretzel, in the beginning of the summer of 2021, but she’s been making dipped pretzel rods for...
A Creative Farewell to Two Professors
Editor's Note: This story was written by Morgan Von Feldt. Preston Lawing and Rob McColl’s shared art exhibit served as a final bow for the two art and design professors. Lawing referred to the exhibit in Lillian Davis Hogan Galleries, located in the Toner Student...
Students and Staff at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota Overcome Challenges of COVID-19
Editor's Note: This story was written by Grace Chalmers. The band program at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota has adapted to new struggles arising from COVID-19 safety regulations. When the Saint Mary’s campus in Winona was closed in March of 2020 due to COVID-19,...
New Series of Discussion Panels Encourages Students to Think
Editor's Note: This story was written by John Waters. WINONA, MINN. – Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota began a series of discussion panels in the Fall of 2020 aimed at encouraging students to think. The panels explore topics surrounding student interest and social...
Zoom Events Take Over Saint Mary’s
Editor's Note: This story was written by Cassandra Sepp. Limited student activity options this semester has led the Student Activities Committee (SAC) to implement virtual bingo and trivia nights. Due to COVID-19 guidelines canceling the largely attended bingo and...