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February 19, 2026

Bachmeier Becomes Region’s Only ISA‑Trained Fine Art Appraiser

During his sabbatical year, Professor Brad Bachmeier has completed the International Society of Appraisers (ISA) Core Courses in Appraisal Studies and Fine Art, and the 2024–2025 USPAP certification, the national ethical and professional standard for appraisers. The ISA is the largest nonprofit professional personal property appraisal organization in the United States, known for its rigorous training, peer‑reviewed standards, and specialization […]

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February 12, 2026

Dr. Marissa Ahlering, Director of Science, MN, ND, SD, The Nature Conservancy to Speak in the STEMinar

Our Friday STEMinar continues Friday February 13 when Dr. Marissa Ahlering, Director of Science, MN, ND, SD, The Nature Conservancy will speak on “Using Science to Advance Climate and Biodiversity Conservation in Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota”. The STEMinar meets Fridays 3-4pm in Library 103 with refreshments at 2:30 in the Library Porch. A description of Dr. Ahlering’s talk: […]

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February 5, 2026

Biosciences Students to Speak at Dragon STEMinar This Friday

We are excited to announce our first student speakers of the Friday STEMinar series. The STEMinar meets Friday February 6 at 3pm in Library 103 with refreshments at 2:30 in the Library Porch. We will have two talks as described below. Title: A test of gestalt learning using endangered White Sands pupfish Cyprinodon tularosa by Paige Lueck, Kori Harris, Srah […]

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February 5, 2026

School Psychology students and faculty at MSPA 2026

The School Psychology graduate program was well represented at the MN School Psychology Association (MSPA) MidWinter Conference in Plymouth, MN on January 29 and 30. We had 30 graduate students attending in person (and a few online) plus 3 faculty.  Many MSUM School Psychology from across the state and region also attended. Alum Mark Everson was awarded MN School Psych […]

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February 4, 2026

Accessibility Tip: Prepare Now for the DOJ Digital Accessibility Deadline

The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has finalized new requirements under Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) that apply to public universities. These rules require that digital content — including websites, documents, videos, online forms, and course materials — be accessible to people with disabilities. Key Compliance Deadline: April 24, 2026By this date, our digital content must […]

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