Minnesota State drives $8.0 billion of state’s economy; MSUM’s impact is $285.5 million

67,717 jobs created or sustained by economic activity ST. PAUL, Minn., Nov. 13, 2018 – The 30 colleges and seven universities that comprise Minnesota State contributed over $8.0 billion to the state’s economy in FY2017, according to an economic contribution analysis released today by Minnesota State. The study further concludes that the economic activity of the system supported or sustained 67,717 jobs throughout the state.   “The colleges […]

Carrie Brimhall Named President of Minnesota State Community and Technical College

The Board of Trustees of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities has named Carrie Brimhall to serve as president of Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State). The appointment becomes effective July 1, 2018. “Carrie Brimhall will bring energy, enthusiasm, and excitement to her role as M State president,” said Devinder Malhotra, chancellor of Minnesota State. “She knows that multi-campus […]

Devinder Malhotra to continue as Chancellor of Minnesota State

Malhotra to serve under a three year contract The Board of Trustees of Minnesota State Colleges and Universities has voted to name Devinder Malhotra as the chancellor of Minnesota State. The move comes after a search committee forwarded to the Board of Trustees three finalists for consideration, and the board concluded that none of the three were the right individual […]

Minnesota State announces 400 scholarships for high-demand sector programs

Minnesota State announced on Wednesday the availability of 400 new scholarships of $2,500 each for students enrolling in high-demand programs at state colleges. The scholarships will be available Fall semester 2018 to new students enrolling at any Minnesota State college in associate degree, diploma, or certificate programs that prepare graduates for careers in high demand sectors including advanced manufacturing, agriculture, […]

Governor Recommends $180 Million to Address Deferred Maintenance at all 54 Minnesota State Campuses

$628,000 Recommended for Weld Hall Renovation, Addition Yesterday, Governor Dayton announced his top priority for this year’s legislative session: investments in infrastructure, including $180 million in asset preservation and replacement projects that would touch all 54 campuses within the Minnesota State system. He also recommended $63 million in state funds be combined with $31.5 million in system funds be allocated to […]