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.
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 […]
The campus community is invited to attend the Indigenous Peoples’ Day Powwow hosted by Moorhead Public Schools Indian Education on Monday, October 13 in the Moorhead High School gymnasium. The evening will begin with a community meal from 5:30 to 7 p.m., followed by the Grand Entry at 7 p.m. Sponsored by Minnesota State Moorhead, Concordia, Fargo/West Fargo Public Schools […]
University Scholar Award Application Deadline: November 21, 2025 The University Scholar Award is designed to recognize a faculty member who has demonstrated outstanding teaching, service, or scholarship. Award Details Each recipient will receive a recognition plaque and $2,500 for scholarly endeavors, creative-activity support, or professional development. These funds can be used to support any contractually appropriate activity agreed upon by […]
We’re excited to announce the Career Catalyst Certification Program, a new professional development opportunity designed specifically for Minnesota State Moorhead faculty and staff who want to amplify their impact on student success. Designed in partnership with the 2024-25 Faculty Career Fellow, Dr. T.J. Hansen, this program will equip you with tools and language to help students connect the dots between […]