Graphic Design students receive ADDY awards, scholarship

MSUM students majoring in graphic design have come away from the annual American Advertising Federation of North Dakota’s annual award show with Gold and Silver ADDY Awards plus the Larry Gauper Scholarship for student excellence. The judges reviewed more than 560 entries this year and awarded Gold and Silver ADDY Awards to only the best and most creative advertising in North Dakota. Alex Ehlen from Fargo won two gold, one silver, and the Larry Gauper Scholarship. Sarah Clark of Fargo won one gold and silver awards.

Walk the Dragon

The week of April 12-16, students, faculty, staff, alumni and the general public can participate in walking a six-site route throughout campus—WALK THE DRAGON! After stopping at the designated areas and receiving an official stamp, the route form is turned into the Bookstore. For each completed route the Bookstore will donate $3 toward Athletics – up to $5000! Click headline for more information.

Students Count in the 2010 Census

Counting every person in America is no easy feat. That’s why the U.S. Census Bureau needs your help. This month, every household will receive a census form. The census is a count of everyone in the United States, including citizens, non-U.S. students, and international students. To ensure an accurate count, it’s important that everyone fills it out – including college students. Click headline for more information.

Student Leadership Scholarship deadline April 2

Student leaders at a MnSCU University are encouraged to apply for the Jared P. Stene Student Leaders Scholarship, named in memory of a student leader at Winona State University who passed away in November 2007. The $500 scholarship is open to any major at any grade level and requires a minimum 2.5 GPA. Application deadline is April 2. Click headline for application information.

Admissions Office seeking Ambassadors, Tour Guides

Applications are now being accepted for the 2010-2011 Ambassador/Tour Guide Program! Refer your “Top Gun…best of the best” students to apply to be an Ambassador/Tour Guide. This is an excellent opportunity for students to be involved on campus, to include on their resumes, and get paid, too. Click headline for details.