Cornerstone event launches our Centennial
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| Brother William helped unveil a display of the 1912 cornerstone. |
The Cornerstone Commemoration began a year-long Centennial celebration at Saint Mary’s, with events planned in Winona, the Twin Cities, Chicago and throughout the U.S., as well as in Nairobi and Jamaica.
Cornerstone Commemoration photos
Video of the weekend
Centennial website
All-University Centennial Convocation
Close to 1,000 faculty, staff and students from all locations and programs came together with special guests in Winona on Aug. 27 for the University Centennial Convocation and Mass of the Holy Spirit.
Brother William spoke to the university’s heritage and history that contributed to the vibrant institution of today. He observed that the milestone of 100 years is only significant in the context of history, and in appreciation of the great number of alumni who have gone on to serve society well. And he looked ahead to continued success in the next 100 years by introducing themes from our new strategic plan: Saint Mary’s 2017.
We recognized Saint Mary’s relationship to the Diocese of Winona in two special ways. We honored The Most Reverend John M. Quinn, Bishop of Winona, with a doctorate in Pastoral Ministry, honoris causa. And, we presented the Winona Diocese with the Centennial Award “in grateful recognition of our century-long shared heritage and for its continued ministry ... advancing God’s Kingdom of peace, justice and love.”
Convocation photos
A signature Centennial event in Chicago
This Saturday, a signature Centennial event will bring together the large community of alumni and friends in the Chicago area. All Saint Mary’s and College of Saint Teresa alumni, parents, benefactors and friends are invited to Millennium Park for an evening of food and festivities. So far, over 700 guests have already pre-registered.
Father Andrew Fabian, professor of philosophy, will be honored for dedicating more than 48 years of service to the university as he will be awarded the President’s Medal for Outstanding Merit. Dr. John Paulson, Eric Heukeshoven, and The Oldie Moldies are also scheduled to perform. Additional weekend activities include a Cubs game Friday, alumni boat cruises and a special Mass at St. Peter’s Church Saturday.
Chicago event information
Commissioned Centennial works
debut at Family Weekend
To give creative and dramatic expression to the rich, 100-year history of the university, we called on resident artists to create original works on the occasion of the Centennial year. Family Weekend marks the debut of two works, and the first complete performance of a third.
Debuting at the Page Theatre on Thursday, Oct. 4 (and also presented on Friday and Saturday), “Let Us Remember ...” is a performed narrative written by Michael Charron ’79, dean of the School of the Arts. The historical drama includes many of the voices from Saint Mary’s history and incorporates theatre, music and dance into one inspiring program. The program features the first complete performance of commissioned scores by SMU music faculty Dr. Patrick O’Shea, director of choirs, and A. Eric Heukeshoven, director of jazz.
On Friday, Oct. 5, the university will unveil a permanent visual arts installation in the lobby of the Toner Student Center. A graphic Centennial timeline, by art professor Brother Roderick Robertson ’63, was commissioned to welcome visitors and tell the story of the transforming heritage of Saint Mary’s. The timeline will also be on display at our Twin Cities campus.
Family Weekend schedule
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