PowerPoint slides can be a powerful way to support learning and communication. But when slides aren’t designed with accessibility in mind, they can create barriers for users with visual, cognitive, or motor disabilities. This short 2‑minute video provides one example of how inaccessible slides can disrupt the user experience: User Impact of Inaccessible PowerPoints. Follow these best practices to work […]
Drs. Scott Klimek and David Wolff, faculty members in the Nibbe School of Teaching and Learning, presented at the annual Minnesota Council for the Social Studies conference on Saturday, February 21, 2026, in St. Paul, MN. Their breakout sessions, titled Rooted in Inquiry: A Collaborative Field Experience Integrating Science, Social Studies, and Literacy, they shared about the partnership between Minnesota […]
Many people deliberate about the value of an English degree, but the outcomes are clear. English graduates produce highly sought-after skills that prepare them for many fields, including journalism, counseling, business, and entertainment. Students practice disciplines such as storytelling, research, argumentation, and understanding diverse perspectives. These skills also prepare students for graduate programs like law school, where 79% of English […]
Below is a message from Dr. Ok-Hee Lee, Interim Provost & Senior VP for Academic and Student Affairs. Dragon Community, As several significant faith holidays approach—Ramadan, Lent/Easter, and Passover—we pause to recognize what these moments mean for many in our campus community. In a time when the world can feel unsettled and divided, these observances remind us of the grounding power of faith. They […]
The MSUM Bookstore will be closed Thursday, February 26 and Friday, February 27, 2026 to conduct a total inventory of the store. We are always open at MSUMbookstore.com Regular hours will resume Monday, March 2, 2026.