Archaeology Coauthors Win Regional Poster Prize

Archaeology student scholars win the Council for Minnesota Archaeology Undergraduate Poster Prize for their poster presentation on the importance of community collaboration. Their poster, titled “Teamwork Makes the Dream Work: The Importance of Collaboration Between Archaeologists and Indigenous Communities,” details collaborative and volunteer work completed at the request of the Tribal Historic Preservation Office of the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe.

Ok-Hee Lee: YWCA Woman of the Year in Education

Dragons shined brightly at the annual celebration and recognition Thirty-seven area women, including those with Dragon connections, were recognized at last evening’s YWCA Women of the Year event. Dr. Ok-Hee Lee, Dean of the College of Education & Human Services, was named YWCA Woman of the Year in Education. This award honors an individual who is shaping the future as […]

Welcome, Nicole Larry, youth outreach coordinator

Nicole Larry joined us in March as MSUM’s newest youth outreach coordinator. Nicole’s focus is getting K-12 students on campus and providing them with a positive experience. Nicole coordinates things like College for Kids & Teens, Scrubs Camp, and campus tours. Read more about Nicole. Welcome to a new part of the Dragon Community, Nicole!

Welcome, Michelle Pearson, Title III director

Having joined us in March, Michelle Pearson is MSUM’s newest Title III director. Michelle moves forward the goals of the Title III grant, which are increased student retention and degree completion, helping students make connections to their future careers. Read more about Michelle. Welcome to the Dragon Community, Michelle!

Welcoming New Faculty and Staff to the Dragon Community

Many new faculty and staff have joined us recently! The stories (below) about new Dragon staff came about through interviews with students. (Marketing students interview new employees as practice before interviewing alumni and donors.) We invite you to read these fun Q&A’s and see these photos to recognize new teammates and welcome them, albeit belatedly, to the Dragon Community. Christine […]