In 1st-ever State of the University address, MSUM president announces new AI head and new programs

By Robin Huebner and Hunter SchwartzSeptember 16, 2025 MOORHEAD — The leader of Minnesota State Moorhead highlighted new programs and partnerships, and the person to lead the university’s new artificial intelligence institute, during a history-making event. President Tim Downs gave MSUM’s first-ever State of the University address Tuesday, Sept. 16, at Roland Dille Center for the Arts. The event kicked off with a music […]

Cyber Security Awareness Reminder

Cyberattacks are becoming more and more frequent. As you may have heard, the City of St. Paul suffered a cyberattack this summer and declared a state of emergency while they assessed and secured their systems. In March 2024, Minnesota State Moorhead suffered a cyberattack which required a rebuild of most of our systems. System breaches are often the result of […]

Building a safer digital future

Now more than ever there is a need for cybersecurity experts. Adaeze Nwaigwe and the faculty in MSUM’s Computer Science & Information Systems department are working to address workforce needs with the new MS in Cybersecurity. “Studying cybersecurity equips learners with the skills to protect not just their own assets but also the digital infrastructure that supports everything from businesses […]

Recognizing New MSUM Faculty and Staff

Many new faculty and staff joined us this past Fall. 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.) View these stories to recognize new teammates and welcome them to the Dragon Community. *The list above does not include all new employees that joined […]

Deadline Extended: Required Annual Training – Now Due December 12

Minnesota State is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and ethical work environment. The annual required training program for new and existing employees supports this goal by providing required statutory training, and training that supports strategic issues and current needs. This sets the foundation for a safe, ethical, and welcoming culture at all our campuses and work locations. The eLearning […]