Spring ’24 session of the Maverick Diversity Institute return Monday, Jan. 29, with Stalking Awareness Training from 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Category: Campus News
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As a graduate advisor in Student Activities, Johnny Ferede found himself as the point person during a time of staff transitions. Putting his leadership and mentoring skills to work, he assisted the day-to-day activities of more than 200 Recognized Student Organizations while coordinating such activities as the annual Student Leadership Awards with over 60 nominations. His efforts that demonstrated resilience, strategic thinking and thriving under pressure earned him Spring ’24 BEST Board recognition.
Starting Feb. 5, 5,000 randomly-selecting Minnesota State Mankato students will be contacted by campus email to participate in the 2024 National College Health Assessment. Student Health Services joins this year’s survey which aids colleges and universities in assessing a wide range of health and wellness issues that impact students and their academic performance. Students completing the survey are eligible to win prizes including AirPods or Target or Amazon gift cards. Surveys must be completed by Feb. 25.
MavPASS, a rapidly growing Minnesota State Mankato student support program in which students help students learn difficult content in challenging courses has received national recognition. The program will receive the Exemplary New Supplemental Instruction award for 2024 from the International Center for Supplemental Instruction. The award will be presented at a June conference in Baltimore, Maryland.
The weekly Poster Parade found in the MAVERICK INSIDER and on the CSU Blog provides a glimpse of upcoming events at Minnesota State Mankato.
In his Jan. 21 Maverick Minute, Minnesota State Mankato President Edward Inch visits with Liz Steinborn-Gourley, director of the Women’s Center. The bi-weekly series shares free campus resources available to students. Go to MavericK Minute with President Inch on YouTube to see the growing library of videos.
Relive your childhood on February 20 at 7 p.m.! Steve Burns, the former host of Blue’s Clues is coming to campus to give a talk on burnout.
Among the first to welcome new Mavericks to Minnesota State Mankato are the Orientation Peer Assistants. New Students and Family Programs are now hiring OPAs for Summer Orientation. An information session is Thursday, Feb. 8, at 7 p.m. in Preska 126. Gain valuable communication and leadership skills as you greet new students.
Now that the Sittin’ with Stomper statue has arrived in the CSU, the Student Events Team in continuing its week-long Sittin’ with Stomper selfie competition through Wednesday, Jan. 24. Take your best Instagram or Facebook selfie with #sittinwithstomper and you could win a limited edition Sittin’ with Stomper bobblehead.
The University’s social media team is seeking short individual videos for a “Day in a Maverick’s Life” series. The 30-45 second student-made videos of a typical day seek to capture the spirit, energy and enthusiasm of Minnesota State Mankato students.
The Minnesota State Mankato Dance Team claimed the Open Division championships in both the Jazz and Pom categories at the 2024 Universal Dance Association’s College Nationals. Minnesota State Mankato was the only dance team in the competition to claim TWO national championships.
The country is currently facing a drastic shortage of blood. To assist, Upward Bound is sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday, Feb. 5, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the CSU Ballroom. A $20 Amazon gift card will be offered to donors.
Starting Jan. 23, undergraduate faculty will be sharing feedback with you about your progress in classes so far using an Early Alert survey tool in MavCONNECT. If you receive an Early Alert, contact your advisor for assistance.
In being nominated for the Spring 2024 Centennial Student Union BEST Board, Xavier Thomas was recognized as the real deal. His determination and dedication sustain him when others fall to the wayside: Here is what his nominator had to say: “Xavier is principled, perceptive, and proactive in everything he does. All things considered, Xavier’s efforts and work are unmatched.”
Dr. Brenda Flannery has been named interim vice president for student success and engagement at Minnesota State Mankato, effective Jan. 2. Flannery, who served as dean of the College of Business from July 2011 to June 2023, was appointed to the interim position vacated by Dr. Lynn Akey. Akey was named chancellor at the University of Wisconsin-Parkside effective Jan. 2.
Nikki Stock, Director of New Students and Family Programs, has accepted a one-year appointment as Interim Dean of Students.
Dr. Anne Dahlman, Interim Associate Provost for Academic Affairs & Dean of Global Education, has been named Provost and Vice President of Academic Affairs at Northern Michigan University.
The 16-0 Mavericks last week moved into the nation’s top ranking after unanimous selection by National Association of Basketball Coaches.
The 2023-2024 FAFSA is now open! Complete yours today.