MSUM looks at name change

If you haven’t gotten used to the name Minnesota State University Moorhead, you may not have to. President Edna Szymanski said she’d like to switch the name to Moorhead State University Minnesota. Read Amy Dalrymple’s story at inforum: http://www.inforum.com/event/article/id/254803/group/News/

Writing, Thinking, Active Learning and FREE BOOKS

Learn about integrating writing, critical thinking, and active learning PLUS get FREE BOOKS at the Book Talk Event on Monday, Oct. 26 at 1 p.m. in CMU 203. The featured book: “Engaging teaching: The professor’s guide to integrating writing, critical thinking, and active learning in the classroom” by John Bean, Professor of English, Writing Program Director, and Chair of the University Task Force on Teaching and Learning at Seattle University.

Wanted

Looking for a used small dresser for grandbaby’s bedroom. Willing to refinish it if needed. Also looking for small freezer for an apartment that works and is cheap. Please contact Denise at 477-2087 or 701-261-0124.

MnSCU News Watch

A sample of recent news stories: Ridgewater counselor helps students organize finances, Metro State U to inaugurate President Sue Hammersmith, Local college enrollments continue to climb and more at
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MSUM Journalism Students Win Award for Online Magazine

Nineteen students in a capstone online journalism seminar at Minnesota State University Moorhead won an Emmy in the category Advanced Media Student Production from the Upper Midwest Chapter of the National Academy of Television Arts and Sciences for their online magazine, Horizonlines.org. Click the headline to read more.