Minnesota State Moorhead

06/04/2026

Big splashes, right in our backyard! The upgraded Moorhead Municipal Pool opens today, and we love having this community gem just steps from campus. Here’s to summer days spent alongside our Moorhead neighbors! See you at the Romkey Park Grand Opening on June 29.

The renovated pool opens Thursday in Moorhead with a new all-digital season pass system requiring QR code entry.

06/03/2026

Help your student prepare for Minnesota State Moorhead by registering them for Freshman Student Orientation, Advising, and Registration.

These events are vital for finalizing their academic transition. June sessions are filling quickly and multiple dates are already at capacity, but select spots remain. Registering early ensures your student has the widest selection of classes before preferred course sections fill up.

Reserve their date today at https://www.mnstate.edu/admissions/admitted/freshman/registration.

06/01/2026

Happy Pride Month Dragons!

In August, we'll celebrate fully with the Fargo-Moorhead community at the 25th Annual Fargo-Moorhead Pride Festival.

Celebrating and supporting our LGBTQ+ Dragon community is a yearlong commitment at Moorhead. Visit our Rainbow Dragon Center page to learn more: https://www.mnstate.edu/student-life/student-services/rainbow-dragon-center

06/01/2026

Your student can be among the first in their class to become a Dragon by applying today! The Fall 2027 application is now open.

Encouraging them to take this step today offers peace of mind, allowing your family to secure an early college decision.

Help them take control of their timeline so they can focus entirely on enjoying a memorable senior year.

The application is available at mnstate.edu/apply

05/29/2026

Best of luck to the runners taking on the Fargo Marathon! We're excited to welcome the racers through a loop of the scenic campus mall tomorrow.

05/29/2026

When those closest to David Deschene remember him, they do not first talk about his career success, his travels, or even his remarkable generosity.
They talk about his kindness.

David Deschene spent his life building relationships, helping others, and making people feel seen. Through a transformational estate gift to the MSUM Foundation, his kindness and generosity will now continue helping students for generations to come.

Following his passing in April 2025, David left the MSUM Foundation 1,025 shares of Marriott stock valued at more than $350,000. His gift established the David Deschene Endowed Scholarship, which will support students pursuing their education and future careers.

05/28/2026

Professor Aaron Quanbeck from the School of Communication & Journalism recently hosted a special storytelling clinic, inviting legendary broadcaster and 150-time regional Emmy Award winner Boyd Huppert to connect with journalism students.

As one of the most decorated and revered narrative journalists in the history of television, Huppert spent an hour breaking down the mechanics of compelling storytelling. The session gave aspiring journalists an incredible opportunity to dive deep into the craft with a true titan of the industry, leaving the next generation of reporters with insights and inspiration for their own careers.

05/28/2026

These iconic stained-glass windows, which originally resided in Weld Hall and were later moved to the Library, were dedicated to the men and women of Moorhead State Teachers College who served in the war.

They signify "Self-Sacrifice," "Service", and "Undying Loyalty."

As Weld Hall construction nears its final stages, we are excited to see them returned to their original home.

05/27/2026

A unique study abroad experience brought together students from various majors for a once-in-a-lifetime trip through Italy and Turkey.

"Traveling through a faculty-led program gave me the opportunity to explore with peers while learning from knowledgeable professors," advertising & public relations student Celia Hawton shared.

With students from diverse disciplines like art, history, and chemistry, professors took up the challenge of building connections between topics. Students opened their eyes to new cultures, gained independence, and learned valuable lessons, all while completing required credits.

05/27/2026

Congratulations to Kelsey Williams (Art Education, '17)!

Fargo-Moorhead has embraced her pottery studio Rising Dawn Ceramics, which has now moved to downtown Fargo. With the move, she'll be able to expand her class offerings while offering space for working ceramicists.

What an exciting update from a Dragon impacting the vibrant Fargo-Moorhead art scene.

Read more: https://www.inforum.com/lifestyle/arts-and-entertainment/rising-dawn-ceramics-set-to-quintuple-space-expand-studio-and-class-operations