Avoid Third-Party Travel Sites

To stay compliant with MinnState travel policies, do not book airfare, hotels, or rental cars on sites like: Expedia | Priceline | Travelocity | Kayak | Hotwire | Booking.com Why Avoid These Sites? Missing or insufficient receipts Hidden or bundled charges Non-refundable bookings Best Practices: Book directly with the airline, hotel, or rental car company. Use Travel Leaders (MinnState’s contracted […]

Dr. Caitlin Johnson publishes in the Journal of American Indian Education

Dr. Caitlin Johnson, Assistant Professor of Educational Leadership, recently published a peer-reviewed article in the Journal of American Indian Education (JAIE). Dr. Johnson served as the sole primary author of the article Teaching Cultural Survival: Using Indigenous Education Methods for Healing in the Fall issue.  The article discusses decolonizing education efforts in health education for indigenous survival.

Kyja K-Nelson to lead Moorhead’s new Honors College

Award-winning educator and filmmaker Kyja Kristjansson-Nelson is the inaugural Dean of the highly anticipated Honors College. Launching in Fall 2026, the Honors College is designed for students who seek intellectual challenge, meaningful engagement, and boundless opportunity. More than an academic program, it is a community of scholars driven by curiosity, ambition, and a commitment to excellence.  “Faculty create the environment, and I’m […]

Nibbe gift elevates teacher education

The largest gift in university history—a $5.5 million donation from the Nibbe Family Foundation—was announced last week during Homecoming. The gift will provide undergraduate scholarships, support innovative teaching initiatives, expand opportunities such as study abroad and conference participation, and recognize teaching excellence. It also renames the teaching school to the Nibbe School of Teaching & Learning. At the unveiling of […]