Education doctoral student goes from “playing school” to commencement speaker

Brittany Tischmak knew since Kindergarten she wanted to be a writer and teacher. She’s now an English teacher in Inver Grove Heights, Minn. and a mentor to new teachers. After receiving her master’s in curriculum and instruction at Minnesota State Moorhead, she decided to stay for her doctorate. She’ll receive her Ed.D. on May 8, when she speaks at commencement. […]

Open forums planned for College of Business, Analytics & Communication Interim Dean candidates

Open forums for three candidates for the position of Interim Dean of Business, Analytics & Communication will be held Monday, May 11, and Tuesday, May 12, in the Comstock Memorial Union. Adaeze Nwaigwe, Associate Professor, Computer Science & Information Systems Monday, May 11; 9 a.m. | CMU 105 The forum will be livestreamed via Zoom Hanku Lee, Associate Professor, Computer […]

SOAR Registration Assistant Volunteers Needed

We are seeking registration assistant volunteers to help with SOAR 2026 (dates below) to support a smooth advising and registration process for our incoming students. Additionally, interaction between our new students and professional employees is a great way to provide a positive student experience and create a connection to MSUM.  No prior experience with registration assistance is necessary, as training […]

From Campus News to breaking news: Selah Jacoway to speak at Commencement

As a multimedia journalist and fill-in anchor for Valley News Live, Selah’s days are full with pitch meetings, interview setups, writing, filming, and crafting news. These are skills the broadcast journalism student already practiced with Campus News. “What I do at Valley News is literally what I did in Campus News. It’s real-world training inside the classroom,” she says. Selah […]

Psychology Club inducts new Psi Chi members, new executive board

The MSUM Psychology Club concluded its 2025-2026 year on Thursday, April 30th with a final meeting. Club advisor Dr. Jenna Laurin initiated two new members to the Psi Chi International Honor Society: Zaryah Aquino and Elizabeth Artac (photo attached). Congratulations, Zaryah and Elizabeth! Outgoing club president Hailey Chhoun announced and installed the new executive board of officers, also pictured here. […]