Nominate an alumna/us for a Distinguished Alumni Award
Help us recognize outstanding alumni for their positive contributions. Minnesota
State University, Mankato recognizes it has many exceptional alumni throughout
the world making positive contributions in their careers, communities, and at
their alma mater. If you know of an extraordinary MSU alumni, Fill out an online
nomination form.
Homecoming Volunteer
Volunteer to help out at our annual Homecoming celebration. Greet alumni, sit
at the registration table, provide information and more!
Alumni Relations & Special Events & Special Events
224 Alumni Foundation Center
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1515 Fax: 507-389-1899
alumni@mnsu.edu
Reunion Recruitment
Is your department/club having a reunion at Homecoming this year? If so, why
not make it the biggest reunion ever by inviting your fellow alumni back to
join in the fun!
For more information, contact:
Alumni Relations & Special Events & Special Events
224 Alumni Foundation Center
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1515 Fax: 507-389-1899
alumni@mnsu.edu
Invite fellow graduates to alumni events
Are we having an alumni event in your area? Invite fellow alumni to join the
fun! Click for a list of current alumni events.
For more information, contact:
Alumni Relations & Special Events & Special Events
224 Alumni Foundation Center
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1515 Fax: 507-389-1899
alumni@mnsu.edu
Host an at-work alumni reception
Interested in meeting other MSU alumni at your place of work? Host an at-work
reception.
For more information, contact:
Alumni Relations & Special Events & Special Events
224 Alumni Foundation Center
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1515 Fax: 507-389-1899
alumni@mnsu.edu
Refer a prospective MSU student to Admissions
Help MSU recruit the best and brightest from your area! If you know a student
who may be interested in learning more about the top-notch education MSU has
to offer, refer them to the MSU Admissions Office at 1-800-722-0544 or admissions@mnsu.edu.
Assist MSU Admissions staff at local/regional College Fairs
Represent your alma mater at College Fairs throughout the upper Midwest. Join
an MSU admissions representative at a College Fair in your area. Volunteers
will help distribute recruitment materials, answer questions about MSU and share
MSU spirit with prospective students.
For more information, contact:
Brian Jones
Assistant Director/Scholarship Coordinator
Office of Admissions
122 Taylor Center
Mankato, MN 56001
1-800-722-0544 or 507-389-2422
brian.jones@mnsu.edu
Become a part of the Mentor Network
The Career Development Center offers alumni the opportunity to communicate with current students about career areas. We are looking for alumni who work in all areas with all majors. As a successful graduate of Minnesota State Mankato, you would be an excellent resource for current students who are in the process of career exploration. Currently employed alumni are invited to participate in the Mavjobs.com Mentor Network. You choose the maximum number of times per month you would like to be contacted. Students will contact you using the method you prefer - e-mail, phone or mail. To participate in the Mentor Network, visit www.mavjobs.com and register as an employer. For more information or to view the terms and conditions, visit the Career Development Center web site or contact:
Matt Carlson
Acting Assistant Director
Career Development Center
209 Wigley Administration Center
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN 56001
507-389-6061
matt.carlson@mnsu.edu
Participate on a career panel
Help Minnesota State Mankato students learn about working in various careers. Become a panel member
at one of several Career Development Center events held throughout the school
year. Students find it valuable to learn about a number of industries, including
information on finding a job within that industry and what certain jobs entail.
If you would be interested in participating in a career panel event, or for
more information, contact:
Matt Carlson
Acting Assistant Director
Career Development Center
209 Wigley Administration Center
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN 56001
507-389-6061
matt.carlson@mnsu.edu
Post career or internship opportunities
Share career opportunities with a Minnesota State Mankato graduate or current student! Use the
Career Development Center's new online recruiting system, Mavjobs.com, to post
your part-time, full-time, and internship opportunities. To find out more or
to post opportunities, visit the Employer Section of the CDC web site or contact:
Matt Carlson
Acting Assistant Director
Career Development Center
209 Wigley Administration Center
Minnesota State University
Mankato, MN 56001
507-389-6061
matt.carlson@mnsu.edu
Participate as a Friendship Family for an International
student
Promote interest in diversity and cultural awareness by participating in the
Friendship Family program. Sponsored by the International Student Office (ISO),
Friendship Family Program participants provide a home-away-from-home for a foreign
student by involving him/ her in family activities for his/her first year in
school. The ISO hosts a special event each semester to facilitate a meeting
between new families and students. If you are interested in learning about another
culture by becoming a friendship family, or if you have any questions, please
do not hesitate to contact us. We also invite interested community members to
sit on the ISO Community Affairs Council.
For more information, contact:
International Center
Minnesota State University, Mankato
250 Centennial Student Union
Mankato, MN 56001
507 389-1281 or 800 627-3529 (MRS/TTY)
or use our contact form
Commencement Volunteer
Alumni Relations & Special Events & Special Events is always seeking alumni
interested in volunteering their time to help during the fall (December) or
spring (May) Commencement ceremonies. Volunteer duties would include assisting
with answering guests' questions and ushering guests and students to their seats.
For more information, contact:
Becky Miller
Office of Alumni Relations & Special Events
224 Alumni Foundation Center
Mankato, MN 56001
507-389-1798
rebecca.miller-2@mnsu.edu
Become a Supporting Member of the Alumni Association
The Supporting
Member Program supports valuable Alumni Association programs and services
that keep graduates connected and involved in the support of our current students.
Show your Maverick Pride. Become a Supporting Member of your MSU Alumni Association.
For more information, contact:
Alumni Relations & Special Events
224 Alumni Foundation Center
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1515 Fax: 507-389-1899
alumni@mnsu.edu
Apply for the MSU credit card
Support MSU's alumni scholarships and programs. Apply online.
For more information, contact:
Alumni Relations & Special Events
224 Alumni Foundation Center
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-389-1515 Fax: 507-389-1899
alumni@mnsu.edu
The Crossroads - Lutheran Campus Ministry
Alumni serve on the LCM campus council and the various ad hoc committees that
provide direction and oversight to the ministry. Volunteers assist with development,
financial, facility, and personnel concerns.
For more information, contact:
The Crossroads - Lutheran Campus Ministry
331 Dillon Ave
Mankato, MN 56001
Phone: 507-625-6779
Student Ambassadors seeking guest speakers / mentors
Serve as a mentor to a MSU Student Ambassador or be a guest speaker at one of
our meetings. Guest speakers and mentors can provide leadership and other valuable
information to help our students grow professionally. Some of the brightest
young leaders on campus participate in the Student Ambassador Program and they
spend a lot of their volunteer hours representing the University. We have students
from many different majors involved in the group. All Student Ambassadors would
benefit from MSU Alumni experiences, and all qualify as competent and enthusiastic
future employees!
For more information, contact:
Brian Jones
Assistant Director/Scholarship Coordinator
Office of Admissions
122 Taylor Center
Mankato, MN 56001
1-800-722-0544 or 507-389-1822
brian.jones@mnsu.edu
Former Student Ambassadors, share your knowledge
Ambassador Alumni - Give team-tours during Homecoming, maintain contact and
offer career information.
For more information, contact:
Brian Jones
Assistant Director/Scholarship Coordinator
Office of Admissions
122 Taylor Center
Mankato, MN 56001
1-800-722-0544 or 507-389-1822
brian.jones@mnsu.edu
