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Auditions: KISS, produced by Theater Underground
Audition for an upcoming Theater Underground production.
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20th Annual Playwriting Competition
Submissions are now being taken for the annual Metropolitan State University Playwriting Competition.
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Change affects housing allowance benefits to veteran students
This decision affects the way that a veteran student can attend Metropolitan State University without losing part of their monthly housing allowance.
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Community input sought on Swede Hollow Park Master Plan
Planners are seeking feedback to help prioritize a series of potential projects.
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Apply for the 2020 Census Planning Institute
Interested in the census? Participate in a two-day planning institute to learn about and develop higher education's role in the 2020 Census and ensure student engagement.
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Saint Paul Campus power outage, July 16: All classes will meet, some buildings closed
Metropolitan State University is still experiencing a power outage on the Saint Paul campus and Xcel Energy has not provided a time of restoration.
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Studio Arts community faculty member Leslie Barlow named McKnight Visual Artist Fellowship recipient
The McKnight Artist Fellowship Program is one of the oldest and largest of its kind in the country.
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Assistance is available for our veteran and military connected students
The university is in the process of filling the coordinator position for Veteran and Military Student Services. In the meantime, the following assistance is available.
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2019 Art Purchase Awards
The Art Exhibition Committee announced the purchase of four pieces.
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Leslie Barlow named 2019 McKnight Fellow for Visual Artists
She is one of six artists in the Twin Cities announced last week by the Minneapolis College of Art and Design, on behalf of the McKnight Foundation.
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Celebrate Alumnus of the Year: Michael O’Connor
Michael O’Connor has lead a distinguished professional and academic career with volunteer leadership for Metropolitan State and other local organizations.
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Discounted bus passes on sale
A limited number of discounted bus passes are on sale for use during the summer.
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Six Metropolitan State students honored at American Indian graduate celebration
This 33rd annual celebration recognizes American Indian achievement in higher education and includes students in higher education institutions throughout Minnesota.
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Faculty and staff spring retirement
This spring marks the retirement of five of our colleagues.
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George Anders luncheon at 2019 Career Ideas Festival
George Anders met with Metropolitan State University liberal arts students to talk about career paths and opportunities.
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Craig Hansen named dean of College of Liberal Arts
Craig Hansen, interim dean of the College of Liberal Arts since 2016, has been named permanent dean.
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Vanessa Smith named Outstanding Student, School of Urban Education
Vanessa Smith of Brooklyn Center has been selected as a spring semester Outstanding Student at Metropolitan State University.
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Susan Ann Gust named Outstanding Student, College of Individualized Studies
Susan Ann Gust of Minneapolis resident has been selected as a spring semester Outstanding Student at Metropolitan State University.
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Jordan Berg named Outstanding Student, College of Community Studies and Public Affairs
Jordan Berg of Burnsville has been selected as a spring semester Outstanding Student at Metropolitan State University.
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Thazin Hlaing named Outstanding Student, College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Thazin Hlaing of Saint Paul resident has been selected a spring semester Outstanding Student at Metropolitan State University.
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