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College of Nursing and Health Sciences ranks for value and and affordability

The College of Nursing and Health Sciences is named to the 2020 Best Value Colleges and 2020 Most Affordable rankings list.

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Stephanie Gasca named Campus Compact 2020 Newman Civic Fellow

The fellowship recognizes and supports community-committed students who are changemakers and public problem-solvers.

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Graduation celebration for participants in Student Success program

If you are graduating this spring and/or had planned to participate in the April 2020 commencement ceremony, the Student Success team is enthusiastic for your participation.

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Fatima Camara wins 2020 Next Step Fund from Metro Regional Arts Council

A record applicant pool of 519 artists submitted proposals to this year’s Next Step Fund.

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Lucia Rivas named Mark M. Welter World Citizen Award recipient

The award is given to Minnesota State students who exemplify an understanding of the interconnected world in which we live.

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Repetitive Stress Injury

Tips to prevent repetitive stress injury

Experts recommend these tips to prevent cervical and wrist or arm injury due to consistent computer work.

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Progressive Internship Program

Progressive Internship Program develops leaders for the public good

Students take the opportunity for real-life experience working at Ramsey County.

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Grant continues to support School of Urban Education teacher candidates

In the spring 2020 semester, grant monies totaling more than $200,000 will be applied to paying for student teaching credits for all UED student teachers of color.

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Minnesota State releases basic needs survey

Sixty percent of college students, 54% of university students responding have experienced some form of basic needs insecurity in the previous year.

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Covid-19 Coronavirus

University administrators proactively outlining actions for Covid-19

University administrators are closely monitoring the potential spread of Coronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19), and are revising plans to protect students and staff.

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Scholarships

Apply now for Foundation scholarships

Deadline to apply is 11:59 p.m. March 31.

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BDPA recognizes Metropolitan State with 'Community Organization of the Year' award

The university is a partner with BDPA in creating pathways for under-represented youth to enter IT and STEM careers.

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Elizabeth Penny of Northfield wins regional award from sociological association

The social science graduate is winner of the Great Plains Sociological Association Undergraduate Student Paper Award.

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Applications open for 2020 Art Purchase Award

Submissions are now being accepted for the 17th annual competition to encourage the growth and development of student artists.

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We Count MN

Metro State Counts!

Responding to the Census is our civic duty and affects the allocation of funding for our community’s public resources, how we plan for the future, and our voice in government

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Science Saturday

Experiments — and stereotypes— explode at First Saturday Science

First Saturday Science helps children of all ages to expand their knowledge through exploration in a hands-on laboratory.

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January 18, 2020 - Class Status Information

Information about classes and cancellations on Saturday, January 18, 2020.

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Free dental health screening

Seeking patients to participate in the Metropolitan State University Dental Therapy program licensing exam.

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TRIO works: Annual audit reports outstanding completion and graduation rates for participating students

Metropolitan State University’s TRIO-Student Support Services' annual performance report indicates a particular outstanding highlight in regards to graduation rates.

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Munira Maalim Isaq selected Fall 2019 Outstanding Student for College of Nursing and Health Sciences

Munira Maalim Isaq graduates with an Entry Level Master of Science in Nursing.

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