A Bold New Tradition: MSUM Graduates Will Wear Red

In a message sent to employees last week, President Downs shared the exciting news about transitioning to red commencement regalia. Dear Faculty and Staff,  I am pleased to announce an exciting evolution to our commencement tradition. Beginning with the Spring 2025 ceremony, MSUM graduates will proudly wear red regalia instead of the traditional black gown, a change that boldly reflects […]

A Bold New Tradition: MSUM Graduates Will Wear Red

In a message sent to students last week, President Downs shared the exciting news about transitioning to red commencement regalia. Dear Students,  I am pleased to announce an exciting evolution to our commencement tradition. Beginning with the Spring 2025 ceremony, MSUM graduates will proudly wear red regalia instead of the traditional black gown, a change that boldly reflects our institution’s […]

MSUM ready for graduation day despite looming snowstorm

By Anne Sara Bien-AimeDecember 18, 2024 MOORHEAD — As final exams wrap up for students at Minnesota State University Moorhead, some of the seniors are now readying for graduation. The ceremony is set for Thursday, Dec. 19. And despite the snowstorm expected Wednesday night, staff says they’re ready to roll with the punches. MSUM typically holds two commencement ceremonies after fall […]

More than 360 MSUM students to graduate Dec. 19

Thursday, Dec. 19 | Roland Dille Center for the Arts Hansen Theatre Minnesota State University Moorhead will award degrees to more than 360 students, including 139 graduate students, during three separate ceremonies for fall commencement on Thursday, Dec. 19, in the university’s Roland Dille Center for the Arts Hansen Theatre. Note the change of location from the previous fall ceremony […]

Time to Order Commencement Regalia

CONGRATULATIONS and ATTENTION Graduates!  You can now order your commencement regalia, announcements, frames, and more at Herff Jones. Deadline to Order: November 21. All students are encouraged to order online and as soon as possible to ensure that you have everything that you need for the big day. Doctoral graduates MUST order online. Honor cords for undergraduates will be available in the […]