The eighth annual Library program to honor 2009 promoted/tenured faculty who chose to participate, will be held at 12:30 p.m. Wednesday, March 10 in the Library Circulation Lobby. The honored faculty attending have been asked to give a short statement regarding the book chosen for the library in their honor. All are invited to stop in and enjoy the event.
Dr. Theresa Hest, Communication Studies, will present a Dean’s Lecture from 1:30-2:45 p.m. Thursday, March 4 in MacLean 181. Her topic is “What is the role of storytelling in a marriage?” Based on data collected from 177 married couples, this presentation will explore the forms of marital stories, the functions of these stories, and the key role of storytelling in relational maintenance. The event is free and open to the public.
Jefferson Bus Lines has added a drop-off/pick-up location on the MSUM campus. Effective February 23, Jefferson will provide daily transportation to and from Minneapolis, stopping at the southwest entrance to the Comstock Memorial Union. For additional information, including the schedules, fare and purchasing instructions, please refer to the following website: http://www.mnstate.edu/home/campuslife/jefferson.htm
The deadline for applications to present at the 2010 Student Academic Conference will be extended one week to Friday, March 5 at midnight. There will not be further extensions this year. Please encourage your students to participate.
MSU Moorhead is hosting a birthday party for Dragon mascot Scorch that is a fundraiser for the YWCA of Cass Clay and the Dorothy Day House. The event is from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, March 6 in Nemzek Hall. It features inflatable games, face painting and other entertainment. Donations of food, toiletries, clothing and household items are being accepted.