Scott Thiss re-elected chair of the Board of Trustees for the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees Wednesday re-elected Scott Thiss as board chair, Clarence Hightower as vice chair and Duane Benson as treasurer. Their one-year terms begin July 1. “I am grateful for the confidence that my colleagues showed in my leadership,” Thiss said. “This next year will be an important one for this system, and I […]

Classes continue, layoff notices to be rescinded for more than 6,000 MnSCU employees

Layoff notices to more than 6,000 employees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system are being rescinded and classes will continue July 1 in the event of a government shutdown, officials said Monday. “We are grateful that the education of our students will not be interrupted,” Chancellor James H. McCormick said. “Minnesota Management and Budget has informed us that […]

MnSCU trustees act to continue operating, prepare for shutdown

The Minnesota State Colleges and Universities Board of Trustees today expressed its commitment to pursue any administrative or other options to stay open in the event of a government shutdown July 1. Meeting in an emergency session, the board also indicated its support for the chancellor’s contingency planning if remaining open is no longer an option. “We are optimistic that […]

MnSCU honors outstanding achievement in educational programs and services

Seven colleges and universities in the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities system and one administrator have been honored for outstanding achievements in educational programs and services during the 2010-2011 academic year. The institutions being honored are Alexandria Technical and Community College, Century College, Minnesota State Community and Technical College, Northland Community and Technical College, Northwest Technical College, Riverland Community College […]