We recognize Erienne Fawcett, coordinator of gender and sexuality, for going above and beyond in supporting the Office of Diversity, Inclusion, and Global Engagement. She has absorbed additional duties to cover staff vacancies. Jeff Salinas-Jenni says, “Erienne has taken on additional leadership duties and works tirelessly to create an environment where the successful candidate will not feel overwhelmed when roles […]
Minnesota State is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and ethical work environment. The Annual Required Training Program for new and existing employees supports this goal by providing required statutory training that supports board policies and system procedures. This sets the foundation for a safe, respectful, and welcoming culture at all our campuses and work locations. The courses listed below […]
We recognize Mackenzie Hron, student relations coordinator in the College of Science, Health, & the Environment, for her dedication to working hard and fostering relationships with not only students, but faculty, staff, and anyone she meets. “She is such a hard worker, dependable, efficient, compassionate, kind, positive and the kind of person everyone would like to be able to have […]
Happy New Year! Looking back on Fall 2025, we see that many Dragon employees joined us last semester! The stories (below) about new faculty and staff came about through interviews with students. We invite you to read these fun Q&A’s and see photos to recognize new teammates and welcome them, albeit belatedly, to the Dragon Community. The list above does […]
We recognize Lauren Kupfer, assistant to the VP of enrollment management & strategic initiatives, for her leadership in a campus climate feedback session. Lauren heard concerns and fostered a fruitful discussion with empathy and approachability. “It leads me to believe that she is proud to be a Dragon and wants to see the university succeed,” Jeff Salinas-Jenni says. Thank you, […]