Juneteenth Events

Juneteenth Events Join us as we come together to celebrate freedom, culture, and community spirit! This year, we have two incredible events in our area to commemorate Juneteenth. Additional information about upcoming events can be found HERE! Fargo Juneteenth  Saturday, June 15th 12:00 pm – 6:00 pm Broadway Square For more information, go check out the event on Facebook! Moorhead Juneteenth […]

Successful Community Event Paves the Way for Kurdistan Diaspora Center in Moorhead

This past Sunday, June 9, MSUM’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion hosted a community town hall with Rahim Rashide, a representative of the Kurdistan Diaspora Confederation, along with local members of the Kurdish community. The event, focused on discussing the future establishment of the Kurdistan Diaspora Center of Minnesota in Moorhead, home to the state’s largest Kurdish population, was a […]

Statewide ERG Monthly Announcements – May 2024

Employees that have questions regarding Employee Resource Groups are encouraged to reach out to their Campus Diversity Officer or Campus HR for further guidance. Additional information about ERGs is available on the OEI Connect site. Employees interested in joining any of the statewide ERGs can register using this link. Minnesota Womxn in Higher Education ERG The Minnesota Womxn in Higher Education ERG will […]

Humble beginnings to the Commencement stage: Gricel Escobedo-Kingwell shares her story

Gricel Escobedo-Kingwell’s parents did not attend school beyond sixth grade, but life’s early obstacles inspired her fierce determination and a deep-rooted belief in the power of education. She says of her MSUM experience, “Throughout the program, I’ve learned to be my authentic self. So many times in education, I haven’t felt that way.” At the spring commencement ceremony, she will […]

33rd Annual Woodlands and High Plains Powwow Saturday, May 4

The 33rd annual Woodlands and High Plains Powwow (WHPP) will be held Saturday, May 4, in the Sanford Health Athletic Complex (SHAC) on the NDSU campus. This year’s theme is “May the Four Directions Guide Me.” The WHPP is sponsored by MSUM, Concordia College, Minnesota State Community and Technical College, North Dakota State University, and North Dakota State College of […]