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Metro State History: President Wilson Bradshaw
In celebration of Black History Month, we’d like to recognize those who have made a huge impact at Metro State University.
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Metro State University launches new brand
Key updates highlight the university’s longstanding commitment to equity, inclusion, diversity, anti-racism, and social mobility
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Student Engagement Spotlight: Alyssia Bell
This Metro State student's personal experiences reflect her tenacity, and perseveres towards her goals even in the midst of the current moment.
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Student Salon 2022 at Gordon Parks Gallery goes beyond the classroom
From paintings to sculptures and digital art to embroidery, the Student Salon surveys the diverse form and content explored in class and beyond.
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Metro State History: Gary Cunningham: 2014 Alumnus of the Year
In celebration of Black History Month, we’d like to recognize those who have made a huge impact at Metro State University.
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Applications open for 2022 Art Purchase Award
Submissions are now being accepted for Metropolitan State University’s 2022 Art Purchase Award.
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Fulbright U.S. Scholar Program 2023-24 Competition now open
Fulbright U.S. Scholar Awards allow academics and professionals, and artists to teach, research, and carry out professional projects abroad.
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Metro State History: Andrea Jenkins: Serving the Community
In celebration of Black History Month, we’d like to recognize those who have made a huge impact at Metro State University.
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Studio Arts Associate Professor Amy Sands named 2022 McKnight Printmaking Fellow
For the fellowship, she plans to grow her exploration of the dimensional print.
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Metro State history: Reatha Clark King
As we celebrate the University's 50th anniversary and Black History Month, Metro State looks back on key figures in its history and identity.
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Nominate your students for the 2022 Carothers Distinguished Writers Award
The nomination window is open now to March 19.
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Metro State, Minneapolis College and the International Institute of MN partner in an innovative project
Are you completing the College Readiness Academy or English for Work with the International Institute of Minnesota? You can earn university credit.
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Immersive team competition features five interdisciplinary Metro State students
With five students in this immersive program, Metro State is a powerhouse for African American entrepreneurship.
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President’s Outstanding Student Award recipients for fall 2021
Each semester, two graduating students, an undergrad and graduate, from each Metro State school or college are selected for the President’s Outstanding Student Award.
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Engaged Faculty Spotlight: Dr. Denise Williams
Also known as Dr. DEW, Denise Williams is the living, breathing example of community engagement.
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New information regarding direct aid distributions, fee reimbursement and emergency grant procedures for Spring 2022 semester
These monies are in addition to your federal and state financial aid package, which will be applied to your student account beginning Jan. 28, 2022.
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Celebrating 25 Years of the Institute of Community Engagement and Scholarship
Second in a two-part reflection series written to celebrate 25 years since the establishment of the Institute for Community Engagement and Scholarship
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Winter gift giving event: Sponsor a student parent and their family this holiday season
Student Parent Center:
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Progressive Internship program
Utilize your unique skillsets and passion for serving the community.
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Metropolitan State celebrates Native American Heritage Month
For Native communities across the country, this month serves as an opportunity to share the contributions they have made throughout our history.
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