Revised – Upcoming Changes to Retirement Plan Contribution Rates

Due to an error in MMB’s original notice regarding mandatory retirement rates changes, the following revision to the IRAP employee contribution rate has been made to the below message sent on July 5, 2023. All other information remains the same. __________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ MMB (Minnesota Management and Budget) announced that there will be some upcoming changes to the mandatory retirement plan contribution […]

2023 One Book, One Community: Science Saturday Event

As part of the lineup of events for the 2023 One Book, One Community reading project, join us for Science Saturday on August 5, 10am-2pm at the MSUM Regional Science Center. The Buffalo River State Park and the Regional Science Center will be offering open hours for the public to view the displays at their Buffalo River Site. Enjoy some […]

MSUM students benefit from historic legislative session

Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM) and its students will benefit significantly from the Minnesota Legislature’s largest investment in higher education in nearly four decades. The higher education bill and the capital investment bill, expected to be signed by Governor Walz Wednesday morning (May 24), will position MSUM to respond to the critical needs of students, promote equitable student success, and […]

President Downs featured on WDAY Radio

President Downs was interviewed by Tom Tucker of MidDay on WDAY Radio Friday, July 7. Below is the link to the interview, where he talks about the North Star Promise, building campus and community relationships, and the special culture at MSUM. Dr. Tim Downs officially takes over as new MSUM president; wants to build relationships and increase enrollment

President Downs media mentions

President Downs started his presidency during a quiet July 4th holiday week. The first few months of his presidency will focus on meeting with campus administrators, union representatives, faculty, staff, and student leaders to more fully understand the campus culture and the university’s goals, according to a news release from MSUM. “I could not be more excited to join the MSU […]