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KMSU Presents Night Of The Living Dead

Hear a radio production of the George Romero classic on Halloween night, right here on 89.7 the Maverick!

Good News

Dr. Raymond Asomani-Boateng, Dr. Russell Fricano, and Benjamin Oppong published “Accra’s Old Fadama/Agbog-bloshie settlement. To what extent is this slum sustainable?” in African Geographical Review, 2020, Volume 39, Issue 4.

The Mankato Historical and Architectural Tour:

Professor Emerita Jan Cherrington (known to her students as “Dr. J”) developed a Mankato walking tour for her students to learn about Mankato’s historical and architectural heritage

Election Research

Students see professors in the classroom, but they are often unaware of how much professors’ jobs include researching and contributing to the collective knowledge in their fields.

Why has the Squatter Settlement of old Fadama Prospered ?

In the city of Accra, Ghana, municipal officials traditionally addressed squatter settlements through demolition and evictions. In spite of these evictions, Old Fadama, an illegal squatter settlement in Accra has flourished.

Disaster Preparedness In Nepal

Miriam Porter was on sabbatical during the 2019-2020 academic year. While on sabbatical she provided consultation service for the British University in Dubai and pursued her research in Nepal.

Dark Tourism

n 1692, twenty five citizens of Salem, Massachusetts were ex-ecuted based on ‘spectral evidence.’ In 1959, a small plane carrying Buddy Holly, J.P. “The Big Bopper” Richardson, and Ritchie Valens crashed into a field near Clear Lake, Iowa.

In the Footsteps of Sinclair Lewis

Minnesota has a prominent literary heritage that passes through Mankato. This includes early 20th century novelist Sinclair Lewis

Dr. Russell Fricano Named URSI Director

Dr. Russell Fricano was recently named Director of the Urban and Regional Studies Institute. He holds a Ph.D. in Planning from the University of Southern California and a Masters of City and Regional Planning from the University of Texas at Arlington.

Director’s Perspective

Think on your university experience. You probably went to a classroom, conversed with your classmates about an upcoming assignment.

College of Business Invests in AgriBusiness Programs

The Rock Bend Folk Festival Returns!

Celebrate 30 years! Rock Bend Folk Festival is a FREE, all-ages music and arts festival held annually the weekend after Labor Day since 1991 in beautiful Minnesota Square Park in Saint Peter, MN.

Alcohol and drug studies students help fill need for more mental health leaders

As part of an occasional series focused on mental health, this Mankato Free Press article features the alcohol and drug studies program students and faculty and how they are responding to the need for mental health care leaders, especially in rural Minnesota.

Center for Innovation and Entrepreneurship on Al in the Afternoon

Dr. Shane Bowyer talks with Al in the Afternoon about innovation and entrepreneurship in the College of Business at Minnesota State University, Mankato.

Austin Artworks Festival Arrives!

The Austin, MN celebration of music and the arts celebrates its 10th anniversary on August 28th & 29th!

The Maverick KMSU 89.7 FM window sticker on the radio studio window

Schedule Changes at 89.7 The Maverick

KMSU has some schedule changes to note! Please adjust your lives accordingly.

Alive After 5 Returns For 2021

The Alive After 5 concert series returns for August 2021! Hear it from 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. every Thursday on 89.7 the Maverick.

Dr. Shane Bowyer publishes Talent in the GreenSeam

Physical Education-Developmental Adapted Physical Education students assisting kids with disabilities play in the gym with a beach ball

New PE-DAPE major helps fill need for future educators

Responding to the demand for more Physical Education-Developmental Adapted Physical Education (PE-DAPE) educators, Minnesota State University, Mankato is now the first University in the Upper Midwest to offer a PE-DAPE undergraduate major.

Stangler Initiative Marketing Intern featured in the Mankato Free Press

Social Work moves forward with a legacy of best practices

When looking for a new home, buyers are often told to focus on one thing: location, location, location.That same focus has guided the leaders of the Minnesota State University, Mankato Department of Social Work.

Kirsten Abbott Anderson, a School of Nursing associate professor at Minnesota State University, giving an interview for KEYC News Station

Mankato garden provides peaceful retreat for seniors with memory loss

College of Allied Health and Nursing faculty were interviewed by KEYC News Now about their work creating meaningful experiences for those with dementia.

Certified Financial Planning Certificate featured in MN Valley Business May 2021

Looking for ways to advance in your ﬁnance career? Learn more about our fully online Certiﬁed Financial Planning (CFP) certiﬁcate.

College of Business Graduate & Certificate Programs featured in MN Valley Business June 2021 issue

The College of Business offers a variety of graduate and certificate programs both online and face-to-face.

AgriBusiness Programs Featured in MN Valley Business July issue

Check out what the College of Business has to offer surrounding AgriBusiness.

When worlds collide: FCS and nonprofit leadership alum taps commitment to inclusion

Lydia Jagodzinski, '20 turned her passions for community, diversity, and working with youth into her dream job.

From Grad day to First Day

Many brand new alumni dive into their careers a Monday or two after receiving their diplomas. Or, in some cases, before they actually graduate. Take Kamryn Hanson ’21. That role is one she’s sought since being on the receiving end of an advisor’s help several years ago.

A New Lens for School Leaders

When Minnesota State Mankato alumna Candace Raskin ’86, ’93 returned to the University to lead its Center for Engaged Leadership, she brought decades of experience from her time as a leader in secondary education.

Back in the Bullpen

Maurer's hours of practice paid off with success on the amateur competitive billiards circuit and—some 30-plus years after he last clocked in—an invitation to work in the Bullpen once again.

RPLS alumna makes most of time outdoors

An increase in outdoor recreation means an increase in engagement opportunities for Conservation Officer Chelsey Bechel '17.

Summer services at Health Commons at Pond

The summer program helps fill a gap for families while providing real-world experiences for students.

Renewed Research Grant

The department of Electrical and Computer Engineering and Technology recently renewed a research grant sponsored by Thin Film Technology Corporation to study the electromagnetic and thermal coupling effects in thin film devices.

Spring 2021 COE Dean's List

Spring 2021 Dean's List letters for the College of Education were sent out to students early July, 2021. 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.

Hot Jazz For Decent People Returns

Hot Jazz For Decent People returns to the Minnesota Square Park Pavilion on Friday, July 9. Made possible through funding from the Minnesota State Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.

Volunteers, patients with memory loss share experiences through gardening

Minnesota Public Radio (MPR) joined our student volunteers, faculty, and those with memory challenges in a place that makes a lasting impression - a community garden.

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