MetroCatalyst archives

May 14, 2018

MN Cyber positions Metropolitan State University as premier regional training facility for cybersecurity professionals

There is current and upcoming need for IT professionals with the skills, certifications, and problem-solving abilities to meet cybersecurity industry growth in Minnesota and t

May 14, 2018

Kossi Ayigah selected Metropolitan State University Outstanding Student for Spring 2018 graduating class

SAINT PAUL, Minnesota—A Brooklyn Park resident was selected a spring semester Outstanding Student at Metropolitan State University. Kossi Ayigah, who graduated with a Bachelor

May 11, 2018

Grants cover tuition costs for all spring 2018 Urban Education student teachers

Twenty-eight student teachers in the School of Urban Education (UED) at Metropolitan State University are currently placed in public schools in St. Paul, Minneapolis, and surr

May 9, 2018

Metropolitan State University celebrates 102nd commencement

A classmate’s enthusiastic appeal to Metropolitan State University students to seize upon their success and to “make the best out of your struggles” brought the audience of 2,

May 3, 2018

Beth Clausen is named dean of Library and Information Services

Beth Clausen has been named to the position of dean of Library and Information Services. She will start in her role on Aug. 1. Provost and Executive Vice President for Academi

May 1, 2018

May 6: Memorial celebration honoring Chuck McDew

A memorial celebration of Chuck McDew will be 1 to 3 p.m., May 6, at Metropolitan State University, Founders Hall, 700 East Seventh Street. All are welcome to attend in rememb

April 27, 2018

Deb Mosby on BBC's Crossing Divides

Deb Mosby, associate professor and program director for Alcohol and Drug Counseling at Metropolitan State, was featured on Crossing Divides, a news segment by the British Bro

April 27, 2018

Dr. Judith Graziano named dean of College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Dr. Judith Graziano has been named dean of the College of Nursing and Health Science. Graziano will start in that role on May 8, 2018. Provost and Executive Vice President for

April 26, 2018

Photos: Spring 2018 retirement reception

Spring 2018 marks the retirement of eight of our colleagues at Metropolitan State University. President Ginny Arthur, Provost Amy Gort, Inter Faculty Organization President Au

April 24, 2018

2018 Art Purchase Award selections

Four works by student and alumni have been selected for acquisition by the Metropolitan State University Art Exhibition Committee in the 2018 Art Purchase Award. Selected work

April 19, 2018

Rupa Pokherl awarded Mark M. Welter World Citizen scholarship

Rupa Pokherl, a Metropolitan State University student, received the Mark M, Welter World Citizen Scholarship for spring semester of 2018. She is one of 20 students to receive

April 19, 2018

Metropolitan State University affiliates honored at Minnesota Campus Compact

The Minnesota Campus Compact recognizes effective leaders that assist in the development of engaged citizens, the well-being of our communities and a shared civic responsibili

April 17, 2018

Screenwriting Program takes students on industry journeys

The screenwriting program at Metropolitan State University was recently redesigned to better meet the needs of today’s students and marketplace. “The screenwriting

April 12, 2018

Metropolitan State University joins the Higher Education Anchor Mission Initiative

Joining 30 other colleges and universities across the United States, Metropolitan State University has been selected as an inaugural member of the Higher Education Anchor Miss

April 10, 2018

Metropolitan State University earns Governor’s Safety Award

In recognition of excellence in workplace safety and health, Metropolitan State University will receive a Meritorious Achievement Award. Metropolitan State is one of 279 emplo

April 9, 2018

Through July 12: “When Home Won’t Let You Stay” refugee accounts featured in Gordon Parks Gallery exhibit

Photographic portraits are featured in “When Home Won’t Let You Stay,” a solo exhibition by Winona artist James A. Bowey presented at Metropolitan State Universi

March 26, 2018

Brian Goodroad selected 2018 Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners

Metropolitan State Associate Professor Dr. Brian Goodroad has been selected as a 2018 Fellow of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (FAANP). Goodroad joins a group

February 1, 2018

24/7 support from Counseling Services

Are you feeling anxious? Are you overwhelmed with life struggles? Are you overloaded with academic stress? You are not alone. Call 651-793-1568 for support from Counseling Ser

January 19, 2018

Susan Shumer memorialized with joyful stories, laughter and Community Engagement Fund

A memorial this week brought friends and colleagues together to remember Susan Shumer, who died on Nov. 19. Shumer was the founding director of the Center for Community-Based

January 16, 2018

Erica Rasmussen wins the 2018 Minnesota Book Artist Award

The Friends of the Saint Paul Public Library announces Erica Spitzer Rasmussen as the winner of the 2018 Minnesota Book Artist Award for her work entitled The Love Affair. Spo