Biology Faculty Receive $1.5 million Grant!

Congratulations to Department of Biological Sciences Faculty Drs. Cohen, Land, Martensen, Smith, and Sharlin for being awarded a $1.5 million grant from the National Science Foundation (S-STEM program).

MNSU Astronomy affiliated with JWST early science publication

This first paper in a large series of papers to be published in the next ~year is a product of huge international collaboration of nearly 100 undergraduates, graduate students, post-docs, research scientists and faculty that spans four continents.
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Anniversary in the Theaters

The College of Education and the College of Humanities and Social Sciences at the Minnesota State University, Mankato will host a film viewing as part of the 9/11 Memorial & Museum’s Anniversary in the Theaters program at the AMC Theatres in Mankato.
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Dietetics majors Chance and Payton dish about their summer internship and career goals

Chance Washburn and Payton Dosan, both Dietetics majors with minors in Sports Medicine, took a few minutes to give us the scoop about their major, their internship, and career goals. 

Community invited to get behind-the-scenes look during Scholar Walk

Seven stops within the College of Allied Health and Nursing to be featured.
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Help KMSU Build Its MN Music Channel

KMSU Radio is developing a music channel devoted entirely to Minnesota music! Are you a musician? Submit your music and help us build a library that amplifies the diverse genres and talent that make life in Minnesota that much better.
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Dr. Chip Panahon Named Interim Associate Dean

Dr. Chip Panahon named Interim Associate Dean of the College of Humanities & Social Sciences.

Minnesota State Mankato offers nursing assistant course to help alleviate shortage

KEYC News Now spent time with Minnesota State University, Mankato's nursing faculty and students to learn more about free CNA trainings, designed to help alleviate the shortage of health care workers while giving participants real-world experience.

Congratulations to our School Psychology Spring 2022 and Summer 2022 graduates

Congratulations to our Spring 2022 and Summer 2022 graduates, Kennedi Alstead, Melissa Engel, RaeLynn Lamminen, Dorothy Lipski, and Lars Olson.
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The Fountaineers KMSU Radio Drama Troupe Returns

Auditions for the Fountaineers KMSU Radio Drama Troupe's production of Plan 9 From Outer Space will take place on Sunday, August 21st, at the Arts Center of Saint Peter. Everyone is welcome to audition.
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RESOLUTE: MN Stories of 9/11 & The War

Minnesotans were in the towers, planes and Pentagon on that fateful morning and on the frontlines of the war that followed.

Leadership by Persistence

Dr. Bryce Lindsay, the longtime chairperson of the Educational Administration Department had arrived in Mankato in 1965. Lindsay became a key figure in keeping alive the hope of launching a doctorate program.

Retiring dean reflects on a decade of service

Kristine Retherford leaves a lasting impact on the health of campus and the community.

Partnership with Riverland nursing program announced

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The Humanity of Science

NASA releases first JWST images

Department of Physics and Astronomy
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Debut of the Minnesota Original Music Festival

MOMF is a network of free concerts, workshops, and events hosted by Minnesota artists in the heart of St. Peter, MN from July 19th to 24th, 2022.
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Pageant & Singalong Nation Returns

Rehearsals are underway for Pageant & Singalong Nation's Midlife Recital, and you can become a part of the chorus for their September 4th performance!
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THE FINAL GRIND-FU CINEMA: The Wizard of Oz & Hereditary

Don't miss the FINAL Grind-Fu Cinema on July 30th! See The Wizard of Oz & Hereditary FOR FREE, courtesy of your pals at 89.7 the Maverick.
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Thank You Dean Matt Loayza

On behalf of everyone in the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences, we want to thank Dr. Matt Loayza for his contributions to and leadership of the College of Social & Behavioral Sciences as interim dean and dean over the past four years.

Meredith Rupp successfully completes Master's APP

Henri LeMieux successfully defends Master Thesis

Nursing partnership with Lac Courte Oreilles Ojibwe College announced

Minnesota State Mankato and Lac Courte Oreilles College have announced a partnership that will allow students to complete their BSN in a 100% online program.
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Spring 2022 COE Dean's List

The College of Education released the Dean's List for spring 2022. Students on the Dean's List are undergraduate students who carry 12 or more credits (not including P/N) during a fall or spring semester and achieve a 3.5 or higher GPA. Dean's List letters were mailed the week of June 23, 2022.
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Spring 2022 COE Dean's List

The College of Education released the Dean's List for spring 2022. Students on the Dean's List are undergraduate students who carry 12 or more credits (not including P/N) during a fall or spring semester and achieve a 3.5 or higher GPA. Dean's List letters were mailed the week of June 23, 2022.
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FCS hosts Play Day, Adventure Playground

Family Consumer Science students and faculty are hosting Play Day, an opportunity for children of all ages and abilities to engage in risk, nature and free play.
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Minnesota State Mankato Names Christopher Brown Founding Dean of College of Humanities and Social Sciences as of July 1

Minnesota State University, Mankato President Edward Inch announced today that Christopher Brown will serve as the founding dean of the University’s newly formed College of Humanities & Social Sciences, effective July 1.

University names Patricia Marincic dean of the College of Allied Health and Nursing

Minnesota State University, Mankato announced that Patricia Marincic has been named dean of the University’s College of Allied Health and Nursing, effective July 1, after a national search.
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Hot Jazz For Decent People Returns!

KMNSU News and Events, Hot Jazz For Decent People returns for a summer of remarkable free concerts!
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Recap: May 2022 Commencement

Congratulations to the recent graduates of the College of Allied Health and Nursing! Here are few helpful links for our spring 2022 graduates.
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In Memoriam: Ambrose Kodet

World Concertina Hall-of-Fame member Ambrose Kodet was a key component of KMSU's annual Polka 'Til You Puke show for nearly two decades.

Congratulations to 2022 Physics and Astronomy Graduates!!

The Department of Physics and Astronomy extends its heartiest congratulations to one of the Department's largest classes.
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KMSU Listener Appreciation Soundclash

KMSU will be celebrating its listeners on Friday, May 20th, with a Listener Appreciation Soundclash! DJs from all over the KMSU schedule will be spinning vinyl from 7:00 p.m. to midnight at the NaKato Bar & Grill!

DREAM Members Elect New Executive Board

The 2022-23 DREAM Executive Officers.
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Grind-Fu Cinema Rolls a D20 For Scare Tactics!

Join Grind-Fu Cinema on Saturday, May 28th, for a free double feature of Dark Dungeons and Mazes and Monsters!

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