Paper by Dr. Hanson, Olson accepted for publication in Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Finance

Dr. Thomas Hanson and recent graduate Peter Olson (Dec. 2017; finance major) had a paper titled “Financial Literacy and Family Communication Patterns” accepted for publication in the Journal of Behavioral and Experimental Finance. The research was conducted as part of the Honors Apprentice program at MSUM and was presented at the Student Academic Conference. The abstract is available at this […]

Taking Risks

How One Alumnus Built a Local Legacy By Meghan Feir A couple blocks away from D-S Beverages in Moorhead, a family of 12 lived together in a small, two-bedroom house as the Depression tightened its grip on the income of families across America. Out of necessity, this era in U.S. history instilled frugality and hard work into the lifestyles of […]

Give to transform lives

On Friday, as graduates walked across the stage, we celebrated their journeys and accomplishments at MSUM and the excitement their futures hold. Many of those students received financial help from someone like you. Every dollar you give to students enables them to continue their academic and professional journey, at MSUM and beyond. Designate exactly where you want your gift to […]

MSUM expects nearly 900 students to graduate May 11

MSUM will award degrees to nearly 900 students during its spring commencement programs Friday, May 11 in the university’s Nemzek Fieldhouse. Alumnus Kevin Wallevand, who earned a degree in mass communications, will be the commencement speaker at both ceremonies. A native of Vining, Minn., Wallevand has been a reporter at WDAY-TV since 1983. His series and documentary work has brought […]

Join the Flag Corps and cheer on graduates

Friday, May 11, be a part of the Annual Alumni Flag Corps at one or both of the commencement ceremonies at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Join us as we wave flags and cheer on Dragons at the ceremony. Please show up 15 minutes prior to the ceremony so we can be prepared for the graduates as they walk by. This […]