Students in Dr. Abshire’s GEOS 102: Geology in the National Parks recently traded the classroom for one of our nation’s finest parks, enjoying a full day of experiential learning in the field. Joining them were four Environmental Geology majors from Dr. Abshire’s GEOS 340 course. The group explored several trails throughout the day, taking in remarkable wildlife sightings including bison, […]
Dr. Andrew Mazz Marry is a recipient of the MSUM Foundation’s 2026 Outstanding Service Award for his dedication to mentoring students, contributions to improving the university, and personal leadership philosophy over the last two decades. Mazz is an example of how patience, the right perspective, and honesty can help you overcome any obstacle –– and make a difference in others’ […]
In a five-day span, 600 Horizon 5th grade students spent the afternoon on campus engaged in a variety of learning experiences. Student visited the Planetarium, Oceanarium, and experienced a science demonstration from several of our science departments. Through a collaborative effort, the 5th graders were able to meet one of their science standards, while getting to explore some of the […]
In October, Dr. Butler’s students in Introduction to Physical Anthropology (ANTH 120) visited the Chahinkapa Zoo in Wahpeton, ND for an immersive primate behavior observation experience – continuing a long-standing collaborative tradition between Minnesota State Moorhead and the zoo. Students had a unique opportunity to engage directly with the primates they study in class. Zoo staff begin the visit with […]
Join the Minnesota State Moorhead Astronomy Club and the FM Astronomy Club tonight in Parking lot R3 (next to the Paseka Center for Business) to see some stellar sights through telescopes! You will be able to see the planet Saturn, star clusters and nebulae in our Milky Way galaxy and even other galaixes millions of light years away. Free and […]