Emily Stengrim, Outstanding Young Alumna, uses Ad & PR degree at Nike

Emily Stengrim, senior creative producer at Nike, was recognized as an Outstanding Young Alumna for her unparalleled work in national marketing campaigns. Some of her campaigns include: “This was never a long shot,” featuring Caitlin Clark and the Sabrina vs. Steph NBA All-Star 3-point competition. Coming from a small town, she never thought a position at Nike would be something […]

Head of Security at Horizon Middle School tells his MSUM story

Isidro Lopez earned a criminal justice degree, working with human behaviors, mentalities and psychological responses. When people ask about his MSUM experience, Isidro describes it in three words: empowerment, growth, and transformation. “It wasn’t just about getting a degree. It was about finding a community that believes in me and gave me confidence to explore new paths,” he says. Read […]

Carter Headrick, MSUM Foundation Dragon Impact Awardee, tells stories that influence national public health policy

Carter Headrick ’93 is a 2025 Dragon Impact Award recipient for his success in using compelling stories to shape public health policy nationwide. A political science graduate, Headrick began as a radio producer and political campaign strategist before shifting to issue advocacy. He helped secure funding for Seattle’s mass transit, banned tobacco billboards in King County, WA, and influenced cigarette […]

Political Science alum starts a lifetime of international relations at MSUM

Political Science alum Dan Conrad has travelled all across the world, using his law degree and expertise in international relations. But his first time engaging with different cultures was on campus at MSU Moorhead. “Moorhead State is a very diverse and international campus which broadened my perspective on the world,” he says. Now, as CEO of Blue Cross Blue Shield […]