K-5 students get hands on college experience with Walk into My Future event

More than 1,500 kids took part in a variety of activities on the campus of Minnesota State University Moorhead. By Jay Dahl, August 03, 2023 MOORHEAD — More than 1,500 elementary students got a chance to explore a real college campus Thursday, Aug. 3. Thirty-two activity booths were set out at Minnesota State University Moorhead, including Alka-Seltzer explosions, athletic competitions, and […]

Listen to President Downs’ interview on WDAY Radio

President Downs was interviewed by Tri-College University Provost and Jay Thomas guest host Tim Flakoll on Friday, June 14. During the interview, President Downs talks about the spirit and philosophy of MSUM, his eagerness to build community relationships and partnerships, the importance of storytelling to fundraising, and the value of athletics to showcase the university, among other topics. Listen to […]

Tim Flakoll receives national service award

Tim Flakoll, the Provost for Tri-College University, has been awarded the national Phi Kappa Phi Dr. Ray Sylvester Distinguished Service Award.    The Ray Sylvester Distinguished Service Award honors an individual who has provided sustained, non-compensated volunteer service to others beyond the realm of academia. The award is presented to one person nationally every two years. Phi Kappa Phi cited that they were particularly impressed with his “record of statewide public service […]

Collaborative grant applications available for Tri-College faculty, students and staff projects

Fargo-Moorhead – Tri-College University (TCU) is a bridge of cooperation that runs between Concordia College, Minnesota State University Moorhead, and North Dakota State University. In an effort to promote new collaborative initiatives, TCU announces the availability of one-time start-up grant funds for faculty, staff and students. TCU has found that through sharing resources, a greater number of people can be […]