News@Metro
Colloquium on Analytics, Data Science and Computing crunches big ideas and Big Data
October 18, 2018
More than 140 students, educators and industry professionals are registered to attend the Colloquium on Analytics, Data Science and Computing.
Haute Dish submission deadline is Nov. 15
October 10, 2018
Haute Dish is Metropolitan State University’s arts and literature magazine. Electronic submissions are currently open for students, staff, faculty and alumni.
Food Service Task Force to address on-site food service options
/ October 8, 2018
The university has recently convened a task force to address the development and execution of a process to provide on-campus food service.
#MNVotes: Register to vote
/ October 5, 2018
Elected officials affect every aspect of your life—from the cost of college and student debt to job prospects and sustainability of the planet. Let your voice be heard!
Annual Midwest Conference on Asian Affairs comes to Metropolitan State with public outreach events
/ October 1, 2018
Featuring two days of expert presentation and discussion of scholarly prepared topics relating to Asian studies.
Tutoring, homework help to sharpen writing, math and science skills
September 26, 2018
Center for Academic Excellence offers free in-person and online help for students to build academic skills
Andrew Johnson recognized with 2018 Excellence in Nonfiction Religion Book Award
/ September 20, 2018
The assistant professor in the School of Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice, was recognized by the Religion News Association.
Faisal Kaleem of the Department of Computer Science and Security at Metropolitan State University and executive director of MN Cyber.
Professor Faisal Kaleem, student Richard Ketelsen winners of Cyber Security Summit Visionary Leadership Award
/ September 18, 2018
The awards recognize innovative people in Minnesota at all levels who help develop and foster strategies to protect critical systems and data.
Road closure on East Sixth Street starts week of Sept. 17
September 17, 2018
East Sixth Street between Mounds Boulevard and Maria Avenue near the Saint Paul campus is closed starting the week of Sept. 17
13 students receive IME-BECAS Program award
/ September 12, 2018
Thirteen Metropolitan State University students were awarded scholarships from the Mexican Consulate’s Institute of Mexicans Abroad [IME] Fellowship Program.
Youth tutor volunteer opportunities with Karen Organization of Minnesota
September 12, 2018
Volunteer afterschool programs to provide academic, cultural and social support for Karen youth.
Podcast: 2018 Diversity Networking and Job Fair
September 11, 2018
William Baldus, Career Center director, speaks about job hunting, networking and interviewing.
Podcast: Fall Fest 2018
September 7, 2018
Learn about Fall Fest, on Sept. 8, and students should consider joining student organizations.
Apply now for AANAPISI Scholarship
/ September 6, 2018
This scholarship opportunity for Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander college students currently enrolled at Metropolitan State University.
Apply now for the Workforce Recruitment Program
/ August 31, 2018
Workforce Recruitment Program is for students and recent graduates with disabilities, and serves as a primary pipeline for bringing new talent into the federal government.
South Central College President Annette Parker and Metropolitan State President Virginia Arthur sign an agreement to provide a pathway of advancement for nursing students. Those Professional Nursing student who have earned their Associate of Science (AS) degree in nursing at SCC and Registered Nursing licensure will be able to work in their field while pursing their Bachelor of Science in Nursing at Metropolitan State
Metropolitan State, South Central College partnership provides advancement pathway for nursing students
/ August 30, 2018
Metropolitan State University today announced a partnership that will benefit South Central College's Professional Nursing students and graduates
Fall 2018 Faculty Recognition Reception
/ August 23, 2018
Faculty recognition and promotion announcements.
Maya Sullivan is the new Interim Dean of Students at Metropolitan State University.
Maya Sullivan named Interim Dean of Students
/ August 21, 2018
The Interim Dean of Students will start on Sept. 4.
Gay Ka Mwee addresses the Persistent Violations in Burma on Karen Day, June 18, 2018 in Washington, D.C. Mwee is a Metropolitan State student and also works in the University’s Office of Equity, Inclusion and Affirmative Actions.
Student Gay Ka Mwee completes advocacy trip to Washington, D.C.
/ August 20, 2018
Gay Ka Mwee knew she wouldn’t be able to create change and peace on her own, she was driven to do what she could.
The Love Affair by Erica Rasmussen.
Featured Faculty: Erica Rasmussen
/ August 16, 2018
Erica Rasmussen is the director of the Gordon Parks Gallery, Library and Learning Center. Recently, she won the 2018 Minnesota Book Artist Award for her work The Love Affair.