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Apply for the 2020 Census Planning Institute
/ July 17, 2019
Interested in the census? Participate in a two-day planning institute to learn about and develop higher education's role in the 2020 Census and ensure student engagement.
Saint Paul Campus power outage, July 16: All classes will meet, some buildings closed
/ July 16, 2019
Metropolitan State University is still experiencing a power outage on the Saint Paul campus and Xcel Energy has not provided a time of restoration.
Leslie Barlow teaches in the Studio Arts program in the School of Communication, Writing, and the Arts, College of Liberal Arts at Metropolitan State University.
Studio Arts community faculty member Leslie Barlow named McKnight Visual Artist Fellowship recipient
/ July 11, 2019
The McKnight Artist Fellowship Program is one of the oldest and largest of its kind in the country.
Assistance is available for our veteran and military connected students
/ July 3, 2019
The university is in the process of filling the coordinator position for Veteran and Military Student Services. In the meantime, the following assistance is available.
Divergence is an acrylic painting by alumnus Adam Bucher (Booka B) of Saint Paul. The piece is one of four new acquisitions through the 2019 Art Purchase Award.
2019 Art Purchase Awards
June 19, 2019
The Art Exhibition Committee announced the purchase of four pieces.
Leslie Barlow named 2019 McKnight Fellow for Visual Artists
/ June 17, 2019
She is one of six artists in the Twin Cities announced last week by the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, on behalf of the McKnight Foundation.
Celebrate Alumnus of the Year: Michael O’Connor
June 10, 2019
Michael O’Connor has lead a distinguished professional and academic career with volunteer leadership for Metropolitan State and other local organizations.
Discounted bus passes on sale
/ May 14, 2019
A limited number of discounted bus passes are on sale for use during the summer.
Six Metropolitan State students honored at American Indian graduate celebration
/ May 13, 2019
This 33rd annual celebration recognizes American Indian achievement in higher education and includes students in higher education institutions throughout Minnesota.
Spring 2019 retirees are Patricia Borchert, associate professor, College of Management; James Byrne, professor, College of Liberal Arts; Michael Earhart, academic advisor, College of Liberal Arts; and Santos Martinez, director emeritus, Maythee Kantar, professor emerita.
Faculty and staff spring retirement
/ May 7, 2019
This spring marks the retirement of five of our colleagues.
George Anders luncheon at 2019 Career Ideas Festival
/ May 6, 2019
George Anders met with Metropolitan State University liberal arts students to talk about career paths and opportunities.
Craig Hansen named dean of College of Liberal Arts
/ May 2, 2019
Craig Hansen, interim dean of the College of Liberal Arts since 2016, has been named permanent dean.
Prof. Crystal Fashant, Arthur John Carlson, President Ginny Arthur.
Arthur John Carlson named Outstanding Graduate Student, College of Community Studies and Public Affairs
April 26, 2019
Arthur John Carlson of St. Louis Park has been selected as a spring semester Outstanding Graduate Student at Metropolitan State University
Vanessa Smith named Outstanding Student, School of Urban Education
April 26, 2019
Vanessa Smith of Brooklyn Center has been selected as a spring semester Outstanding Student at Metropolitan State University.
Prof. Marcia Anderson, Susan Ann Gust, President Ginny Arthur.
Susan Ann Gust named Outstanding Student, College of Individualized Studies
April 26, 2019
Susan Ann Gust of Minneapolis resident has been selected as a spring semester Outstanding Student at Metropolitan State University.
Dr. Lesli Blair, Jordan Berg, President Ginny Arthur.
Jordan Berg named Outstanding Student, College of Community Studies and Public Affairs
April 26, 2019
Jordan Berg of Burnsville has been selected as a spring semester Outstanding Student at Metropolitan State University.
Dr. Carol Reid, Thazin Hlaing, President Ginny Arthur
Thazin Hlaing named Outstanding Student, College of Nursing and Health Sciences
April 26, 2019
Thazin Hlaing of Saint Paul resident has been selected a spring semester Outstanding Student at Metropolitan State University.
Prof. David Horn, Paula Konczal, President Ginny Arthur.
Paula Konczal named Outstanding Undergraduate Student, College of Management
April 26, 2019
Paula Konczal of Elk River has been selected a spring semester Outstanding Undergraduate Student at Metropolitan State University.
Dr. Ruth Staus, Jana Gegen, President Ginny Arthur.
Jana Gegen named Outstanding Graduate Student, College of Nursing and Health Sciences
April 26, 2019
Jana Gegen of Prescott, Wisconsin, has been selected a spring semester Outstanding Graduate Student at Metropolitan State University.
Dr. Allen Bellas, Abdurahman Umer, President Ginny Arthur.
Abdurahman Umer named Outstanding Graduate Student, College of Management
April 26, 2019
Abdurahman Umer of Woodbury has been selected a spring semester Outstanding Graduate Student at Metropolitan State University.