Fuego Tropical presents “A Night of Heavy Metal: Steelbands and Gamelans”

The MSUM World Music and Percussion Ensemble, “Fuego Tropical,” will present their annual fall concert on Tuesday, Nov. 12 at 7:30pm in Gaede Theatre.  Directed by Dr. Kenyon Williams, “A Night of Heavy Metal:  Steel Bands and Gamelans” will feature music from two very different cultures:  the intense and exciting steel band music of Trinidad and the relaxing, meditative music […]

SPA Hosts 70 students for Dragon High School Honor Band

Under the direction and guidance of Dr. Benjamin Druffel, Director of Bands and Instrumental Music Education at MSUM, the School of Performing Arts hosted 70 high school students from across a North Dakota and Minnesota for the Dragon High School Honor Band on Tuesday, Nov. 5th.  These students, which represented some of the “best of the best” of music programs […]

Welcome to Accessibility Lunch and Learn on November 18

Join an Accessibility Lunch-n-Learn  on Nov. 18 at noon Location LI 124 & https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/94744009985 This session will focus on accessible classrooms at MSUM and accessible presentations. Topics will include: current accessible classroom features, accessible teaching aids and materials, communication techniques, strategies for inclusive participation, and more. Come listen, share, and discuss! All are welcome! Lunch of soup, dessert, and coffee […]

Resources During Election Times

Hello Dragons, Election times can be stressful, especially for university students balancing their studies, social lives, and emotional well-being. Here are some ways students can help themselves manage challenging election results: Limit Media Consumption: Taking breaks from social media and the news can help prevent overwhelm. Set specific times to check updates rather than constantly scrolling. Connect with Others: Talk […]

Faith Sycaoyao Honored with a Technical Precision Award from Penn Journal of Arts and Sciences in UPenn

Faith Sycaoyao, a Business Administration and Economics major, has received the Technical Precision Award from the Penn Journal of Arts and Sciences at the University of Pennsylvania. Recognizing her mastery in technical skill, particularly in realistic portrayal and fine details in one of her art studies, this award is another artistic achievement for Sycaoyao, who has garnered international reach through […]