Office of Student Engagement

The purpose of Accounting Club is to provide students with the opportunity to learn more about the area of accounting, potential career opportunities and connections within the workforce. Students can explore alongside others in a safe place to learn and discuss more about accounting related fields.

President: Joseph McDermott 

Advisor: Alisa DiSalvo

Education club, formerly the Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development, is part of a national association and network of educators. The club provides access to further explore the field of education. Education Club brings in guest speakers, such as the Minnesota Teacher of the Year, hosts panels, and other interactive, hands-on experiences for students.

Presidents: Ella Hayes and Maya Wunschel 

Advisor: Susan Baloun

The Biochemistry Club exists to bring together students who share a passion for understanding life at the molecular level. Our purpose is to explore both chemistry and biology through engaging discussions, activities, and outreach activities that make science both exciting and accessible.

Co-Presidents: Paige Rufledt

Advisor: Claudia Preston

Criminal Justice Club provides students the opportunity to learn more about Criminal Justice related fields and potential career opportunities through engaging talks by professionals in the field, fields trips to educational destinations, and hands-on activities like the Mock Trial event.

President: Suzette Alvarez 

Advisor: Tricia Klosky 

The Future Health Professionals Club at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is a community of students willfully dedicated to providing various opportunities related to various health professions in hopes of advancing the understanding of those health-related career fields and further education.

Goal 1. Create and Maintain a collaborative interpersonal community of students seeking guidance and opportunities for their perspective health profession career path.

Goal 2. Aid all members in the steps and process of their prospective career path.

Goal 3. Provide all members with the opportunity to grow, learn, and excel through various opportunities in order to be prepared for further education and life outside of SMUMN.

Goal 4. Become an accredited chapter for multiple pre-health profession organizations to provide members with graduation regalia opportunities, and other opportunities that will aid in their career path advancements both now and in the future.

Goal 5. Maintain a healthy active status in the SMUMN community as well as the Winona community while upholding the values of integrity, honesty, and dedication.

President: Bailey Peterick

Advisor: Megan Girtman

The PR Business and Entrepreneurship Club is a collaborative community committed to helping students become well-rounded, capable, informed professionals. This is done through field trips to local businesses and networking opportunities. Also, speakers are brought in throughout the semester to talk about their experiences and give students advice. The club hosts a variety of events throughout the semester, including but not limited to, webinars, speaker events, networking nights, and professional development opportunities. The club also provides input and guidance to the Kabara Institute for Entrepreneurial Studies.  

The purpose of Psychology Club is to promote interest in the area of psychology and to provide a vehicle for exploring psychological issues in the hopes of furthering theoretical and practical knowledge as it pertains to students and campus life. Also, this club attempts to facilitate intellectual discussion and personal involvement in the community services of Winona.

President: Peyton Berg

Advisor: Stephanie Thorson-Olson

President: Suzette Alvarez

Advisor: Heidi Dahlmann 

Per Musicam Amamus (PMA) is a men’s music fraternity representing the music profession and those who seek it to promote it.

President: Luke Rickert 

Advisor: Brother Larry Schatz 

TO FORM chapters of women college students and alumnae who have a sincere interest in music.

TO UPHOLD the highest standards of music.

TO FURTHER the development of music in America and throughout the world.

TO GIVE inspiration and encouragement to members.

TO ORGANIZE the cultural life of Sigma Alpha Iota members as a contributing factor to their educational growth.

TO SUPPORT the ideals and goals of the members Alma Mater.

TO ADHERE to the highest standards of citizenship in school, community and fraternity life. “The VISION of Sigma Alpha Iota International Music Fraternity is to be recognized through-out the world as the foremost fraternity that

• Supports and encourages women musicians of all ages, races, and nationalities
• Supports and promotes successful and innovative educational programs in music for all stages of life
• Cultivates excellence in musical performance
• Promotes programs and activities that stress the love and importance of music in our lives
• Recognizes technological advances in the field of music
• Dedicates financial resources that ensure the continuation of programs necessary to support the objectives of the fraternity in perpetuity
• Has as its members people who exemplify professional and ethical behavior in the spirit of the Sigma Alpha Iota founders.

President: Julia Langworthy 

Advisor: Lynette Johnson 

The main objective of this organization is to foster education and personal development through diversity, academics, and social services that will bridge the gap between students of color and the general population at Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota. We will also strive to integrate new students into the welcoming atmosphere of Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota.

President: Itunu Okusanya

Advisor: Molly Lohnes 

President: Xiaoyun Liang

Advisor: Molly Lohnes 

President: Fernanda Gutierrez 

Advisor: Marisol Martinez  

The mission of FCA is to provide all athletes and non-athletes of the Saint Mary’s campus with the opportunity to connect the world of sports to faith. FCA is open to anyone and everyone.  

President: Cole Smith

Advisor: Michael McMahon

Together, we’re empowering Catholic men to live their faith at home, in their parish, at work, and in their community.

President: Patrick Streefland

Advisor: Eamon Naughton 

Buddies reinforces self-esteem, fosters valuable friendships, and creates an environment where the developmentally and physically disabled can enjoy various activities with Saint Mary’s students.

President: Susie Mettler

Advisor: Eamon Naughton 

The Green Bandana Project is a program and training committed to spreading awareness of resources on and off-campus for those experiencing any mental health illness or are struggling with a mental health crisis.

President: Alexis Repenski

Advisors: Sam Borawski and Katie Pierpont 

S.O.U.L provides students with the opportunity to attend mission/immersion trips. These trips provide students the opportunity to learn about social justice, human rights, and children welfare issues. These are firsthand experiences to the issues and will help students grow through knowledgeable perspectives. There are fall, winter, spring, summer, and weekend trips.

President: Grace Hardel

Advisor: Eamon Naughton 

The Anime Club’s aim is to offer an enjoyable and welcoming atmosphere for its members to watch anime and do anime related activities on a weekly basis. We aim to introduce the rest of the campus community to this distinct Japanese art form and raise awareness of the country’s rich history and culture while also create a space and build a community of anime fans to enjoy their common interests together. We want to persuade those who believe anime is just for kids to alter their opinions. We welcome anyone to join us in our events so that we may expose the genre to a new audience and show them how it can be enjoyed by people of all ages.

President: Kevin Porcayo

Advisor: Kamryn Matta 

Dungeons and Dragons Club serves the purpose of having a great time playing Dungeons and Dragons, making friends and thriving in a “party/crew/team”, environment telling and participating in compelling stories, and being a present part of the SMUMN community.

Advisor: Amanda Bauer

Fashion Club serves the purpose of giving the students the opportunity to express their opinions in the fashion world, teach students sewing patterns, styling and customizing clothing, and share, learn, explore, and showcase student’s talents within the design and creative business disciplines.

President: Gustavus “Gus” Vargas

Advisor: Molly Lohnes 

Yoga Club wants to provide a stress-free and relaxing environment for students to practice yoga, gain flexibility, take a break from studying, and meet new people. 

Presidents: Alexa Kerchefski and Morgan Wirtz

Advisor: Katherine Johnson 

The Pickleball Club at Saint Mary’s University brings together students of all skill levels to enjoy one of the fastest-growing sports in the country. We host weekly open play sessions and a tournament each semester, creating opportunities for friendly competition and community. Whether you’re a seasoned player or trying pickleball for the first time, everyone is welcome to join the court!

President: Priyanka Satish

Advisor: Molly Bigelow 

Pre-Law Society is for any students interested in pursuing a career in the field of law. 

President: Noah Lahner

Advisor: Larry Price 

The Saint Mary’s Benefit Dance has been a spring tradition at Saint Mary’s for nearly 25 years. Each year a dance is held in Saint Mary’s gymnasium. Proceeds from the dance and accompanying auction are given to a community member in need.

The benefit dance was started in 2001 by students in honor of Taylor Richmond, son of Saint Mary’s staff member Nikki Richmond and Nick Richmond. The dance ensures that Taylor’s memory lives on at Saint Mary’s.

President: Makiah Cook

Advisor: Megan Girtman 

Our primary purpose is to foster skating. Our goals include the promotion of fitness and wellness for students through recreational skating opportunities.

President: Zach Campbell

Advisor: Heidi Dahlmann

Student Athlete Advisory Committee (SAAC) is the student-athlete voice for all student-athletes on campus. According to the Saint  Mary’s chapter of SAAC as well as the National SAAC, the Student Athlete Advisory Committee allows student-athletes to have a voice at the campus, conference, and national levels. Each committee is made up of student-athletes assembled to provide insight on the student-athlete experience and offer input on the rules, regulations, and policies, that affect student-athletes’; lives on campus.

President: Rachael Kubichka

Advisor: Courtney Shelton

The purpose of Sustainability Club is to provide students with the opportunity to practice sustainability on campus, get outside and help the environment in positive ways, learn about how to live more sustainably, and advocate for the environment.

Advisors: Kamryn Matta and Sloan Clemens 

Presidents: Kaitlyn Yang and Fareedah Oyesola

Advisor: Alli Borawski 

President: Jaedyn Fellenz 

Advisor: Marisol Martinez 

President: Anna Rolli  

Advisor: Kevin Rickert 

Book Club’s purpose at Saint Mary’s University is to encourage social connections with others, come together to share people’s thoughts and opinions, and inspire more people to read. As a club, we are also interested in working with the community in Winona to promote more reading.

President: Gabriella Stone

Advisor: Molly Lohnes