Longtime MSUM teacher honored as a pioneer

Shelda Warren honored as the first woman to earn a master’s degree at the university in 1955 By Kevin WallevandInforum/WDAY TV MOORHEAD — World War II had just ended when Shelda Warren left little Borup for what was then Moorhead State Teacher’s College. At the time, becoming a teacher was one of the few professions available to women. “My mother was […]

Human intelligence, psychology alum receives 2026 MSUM Foundation Distinguished Alumni Award

Congratulations to psychology alum Dr. Kevin McGrew for earning an MSUM Foundation 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award. McGrew is being celebrated not only for his enormous contributions to the field of intelligence testing, but the heart behind what he does. “I just want to make a difference in the lives of kids and individuals with disabilities, and those on the margins. […]

Alum Jessalyn Sabin Named President of Minnesota North College

ST. PAUL, Minn., March 18, 2026  – The Board of Trustees of the Minnesota State Colleges and Universities has named Jessalyn Sabin to serve as president of Minnesota North College. The appointment becomes effective July 1, 2026. Jessalyn Sabin earned a Doctor of Education (Ed.D.) in Educational Leadership from Minnesota State Moorhead. “Dr. Sabin is a proven leader in higher education,” said […]

Bachmeier’s Ceramic Work Juried Into National Yosemite Exhibition Traveling California

Brad Bachmeier’s ceramic and mixed-media vessel “Sierra Ecotone” was juried into the 41st Annual Yosemite Renaissance Exhibition. YR41 will open at Yosemite Gateway Art Center in Oakhurst, CA,  Saturday, March 21st. The Artists Reception will take place Saturday, March 28th, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM. YR41 TRAVELING EXHIBIT – The show will travel until Feb 2027. Traveling venues include Kings Art […]