Degrees/Awards Offered by the University:
Undergraduate Certificate
B.A. Bachelor of Arts
B.S. Bachelor of Science
Graduate Certificate
M.A. Master of Arts
M.B.A. Master of Business Administration
M.Ed. Master of Education
M.P.H. Master of Public Health
M.S.W. Master of Social Work
M.S. Master of Science
Ed.S. Education Specialist
D.B.A. Doctor of Business Administration
D.N.P. Doctor of Nurse Practice
Ed.D. Doctor of Education
Psy.D. Doctor of Psychology
Non-Discrimination Statement
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and equal educational opportunity. The university does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, family status, disability, age, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, membership or activity in a local commission, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The university’s policy of nondiscrimination extends to all aspects of its operations, including but not limited to, employment, educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and all other educational programs and activities. The following person(s) have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the university’s non-discrimination policies:
General inquiries and ADA/Rehabilitation Act Section 504 inquiries:
Assistant Vice President for Human Resources
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
700 Terrace Heights #38
Winona, MN 55987
hr@smumn.edu
507-457-1421
Inquiries relating to sex discrimination, including sexual harassment and sexual assault:
Title IX Coordinator
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
700 Terrace Heights #1406
Winona, MN 55987
TitleIX@smumn.edu
507-457-7402
Student Right to Know
In accordance with federal law, current and prospective students and their parents have the right to know certain information about Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota, including a variety of academic information, financial aid information, institutional information, and information on graduation rates, campus safety, and equity in athletics can be found on the Student Right to Know page on the university website at https://www.smumn.edu/student-right-to-know/.
Student Complaint Policy and Procedure
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota (SMUMN) is committed to respecting all members of our university community and providing a quality educational experience for all students. The objective of the Student Complaint Policy and Procedure is to ensure that the concerns and complaints of undergraduate or graduate students are addressed fairly and are resolved promptly. Complaints related to this policy are usually the result of behavior that the student feels is unjust, inequitable, or creates an unnecessary hardship.
Students may file complaints if they believe a problem is not governed by other Saint Mary’s complaint or appeal procedures found in the Student Handbooks and Catalogs. If there is a question regarding which appeal or complaint procedure is the most appropriate, students should contact the Dean of Students.
Procedure
Whenever possible, students are encouraged to seek an informal resolution of the matter directly with the faculty or individual(s) involved. Often a complaint can be resolved in this way. However, if an informal approach is neither successful nor advisable, the student should use the following procedure:
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A student complaint should be submitted through the online reporting form here or at this address (https://cm.maxient.com/reportingform.php?SaintMarysUnivMN&layout_id=7) in Maxient. It should contain (at a minimum) the date and time of the conflict or action, the reason(s) for the complaint, a summary of the complaint, a list of other persons who may provide information and any appropriate documentation. The student must also include the resolution or outcome he or she is seeking. The complaint must be submitted within ten (10) business days of the alleged conflict or action.
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Upon receipt of a completed form, the Dean of Students or their designee may consult with the student and forward the complaint on to the appropriate administrator to seek a resolution.
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The appropriate administrator may request information or documentation needed to address the complaint.
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A review of the complaint with the supervisor(s) or others in the line of supervision may be used when deemed appropriate and beneficial to the process.
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All relative documentation and possible outcomes must be submitted by the student and/or witnesses within ten (10) business days of the date the complaint is filed.
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When possible, the final resolution will be filed in the Dean of Students Office within fifteen (15) business days of the date the complaint is filed. If there are circumstances requiring an extension of this deadline, the staff member/administrator assigned to the complaint will notify the parties involved.
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If the student is not satisfied with the resolution decision, the student may appeal the decision (within five (5) business days of the resolution being communicated) and a committee will be appointed to review the information and render a final decision. The committee will consist of representatives appointed by the Vice President of Academic Affairs-Winona or Vice President for Academic Affairs-Minneapolis, Online, Rochester (dependent upon student location), and the Vice President for Student Development. The decision of the committee will be final.
A record of all complaints and their resolution will be documented and the records will be kept in the Dean of Students Office for ten (10) years.
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