President Downs media mentions

President Downs started his presidency during a quiet July 4th holiday week. The first few months of his presidency will focus on meeting with campus administrators, union representatives, faculty, staff, and student leaders to more fully understand the campus culture and the university’s goals, according to a news release from MSUM. “I could not be more excited to join the MSU […]

Goodbye Moorhead

In her final goodbye to MSUM and Moorhead, President Anne Blackhurst reflects on the specialness of the university and community. “Home is where the heart is. And my heart belongs to you, Moorhead,” she says. Read the full story.

May 23 is Dr. Anne Blackhurst Day

President Anne recognized at May 22 City Council meeting We are immensely proud of the City of Moorhead and Mayor Shelly Carlson for naming May 23 Dr. Anne Blackhurst Day in recognition of her talents and contributions to the community. As the leader of Dragons since 2014, President Anne has guided MSUM with vision and integrity, always placing student learning […]

Celebrate Dr. Anne Blackhurst Day

Tuesday, May 23 | 2 to 3:30 p.m. | CMU 105 On the occasion of her retirement and in recognition of her talents and contributions to the community, the City of Moorhead and Mayor Shelly Carlson is honoring President Anne by naming Tuesday, May 23rd, Dr. Anne Blackhurst Day. The proclamation will be made at the regularly scheduled May 22nd City […]

Learn more about the new alumni center

Listen to KFGO live at 11:10 a.m. Friday, April 28 Vice President for University Advancement Gary Haugo will be on air with KFGO’s Amy Iler to talk about the new alumni center at 11:10 a.m. Take a few minutes to listen to their conversation.  You can also read President Anne’s latest column about the alumni center, “The Sound of Progress.” She […]