At the beginning of this academic year the university adopted its official land acknowledgement statement.

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Recent shootings in Atlanta takes place against a backdrop of racism, discrimination, and violence against Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders.

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The safety of each and every member of our community are of the utmost importance to us and we are doing all we can to ensure your security.

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Report on the 2018–19 strategic planning process launched on Oct. 2.

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University president's response on U.S. Supreme Court overruling a lower court's decision blocking President Trump's September 2017 travel ban.

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The Minnesota State Board of Trustees approved updated language regarding affirmative consent.

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Sandi Sibley Gerick is recognized for her 18 years of skilled contributions to the success of the School of Nursing.

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An update on the university’s financial status, progress preparing the fiscal year 2019 university budget, and a preview of next steps in the budget development process.

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The national holiday honoring the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. provides an opportunity for each of us to reflect on the ideals of liberty, justice and equality.

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All of us at Metropolitan State University are inheritors and therefore stewards of the investments and innovations that Susan Shumer left as her career’s legacy.

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