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Stimulus funds support infrastructure with scientific equipment

New X-ray diffractometer will train cutting-edge scientists.

Enrollment of new underrepresented students increases 22 percent across system

Enrollment of new students from groups traditionally underrepresented in higher education increased by 22 percent this fall at the 32 Minnesota State Colleges and Universities, according to a new report presented to the Board of Trustees.

State has major stake in 2010 Census student count

Student leaders urge students to be counted during 2010 Census.

Assistant registrar finishes HERS leadership training for Women in Higher Education

Debra Schulz, assistant registrar at Minnesota State University, Mankato, recently graduated from the 2009 HERS Institute for Women in Higher Education Administration at the University of Denver in Colorado.

Fraternity helps stock Mankato food shelf

Lambda Alpha Chi members collect food shelf donations.

China’s hold on U.S. debt benefits both countries

China is the largest foreign U.S. creditor, and its holdings are advantageous to both countries, economics faculty member Richard Schiming says.

Groundbreaking scheduled Nov. 13 for one-of-a-kind research building

Breaking ground for one-of-a-kind renewable energy center.

'A Christmas Carol': Classic spin on a classic tale

Paul Hustoles' adaptation stays true to Dickens' original.

Makeover breathes new life into Ostrander Auditorium

Ostrander remodeling puts auditorium 'center stage' on campus.

2nd-ranked nationally, wrestler Brady Wilson aims for No. 1

2nd nationally, wrestler Brady Wilson aspires to be No. 1.

New Web site provides 'virtual trip' along Minnesota River

Students help create a virtual Web trip along the Minnesota River.

Minnesota State Mankato MBA ranked as one of nation’s best

Princeton Review lauds Mankato MBA.

Forbes ranks Minnesota State Mankato among top one-fourth of nation's colleges

Ranked in nation's top quartile.

Start, finish your degree at 7700 France

Earn your MBA & other degrees in Twin Cities

Smash Palace vocalist Butler to be interviewed on KMSU

KMSU 89.7 FM will interview Steve Butler, lead vocalist and guitarist for pop group Smash Palace, between 9:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. Friday, Nov. 20. The station also will broadcast songs from the group's newest CD, “Everybody Comes and Goes.”

Education students to exhibit learning activities for young children

Minnesota State Mankato education students will exhibit new learning activities for young children as part of “Imagine the Amazing,” an educational event for youngsters on Thursday, Nov. 19, at Madison East Center.

Andreas Observatory open for stargazing Friday, Nov. 20

Andreas Observatory at Minnesota State University, Mankato will be open to the public this Friday evening, Nov. 20.

Human migration expert to discuss migration of Kazakhs Nov. 20

Human migration expert Holly Barcus will discuss “Modern Nomads: Transnational Migration and the Kazakh Diaspora of Western Mongolia” Friday, Nov. 20.

Ana Luisa Fajer, consul of Mexico, to speak at diversity dinner

Ana Luisa Fajer, consul of Mexico in St. Paul, will be keynote speaker at Minnesota State University, Mankato’s 39th annual Institutional Diversity dinner Friday, Nov. 20.

Classic Korean entertainment planned at Korean Night Nov. 21

Students, faculty and staff are invited to enjoy an evening of classic Korean entertainment at Korean Night Saturday, Nov. 21, in Centennial Student Union.

Dickens' classic 'A Christmas Carol' rings in holiday season

The Department of Theatre & Dance will welcome the holiday season with “A Christmas Carol,” beginning Thursday, Nov. 12

International poetry readings planned Nov. 18

Kearney International Center and the Department of Modern Languages will present their annual International Poetry Recital Wednesday, Nov. 18.

Three alumni to discuss writing, read works at Good Thunder event Nov. 19

The Good Thunder Reading Series wraps up its fall programming when it hosts alumni poets Edward Micus, Connie Colwell Miller and Christina Olson Thursday, Nov. 19.

Wind Ensemble, Symphonic Band to present Thanksgiving concert Nov. 24

Minnesota State Mankato’s Concert Wind Ensemble and Symphonic Band will present a Thanksgiving Week evening of music Tuesday, Nov. 24.

'Rocky Horror Show' to be performed Dec. 2-5

The Department of Theatre & Dance will present the stage version of the cult movie favorite “The Rocky Horror Show” Wednesday through Saturday, Dec. 2-5.

H1N1 vaccine clinic for high-risk groups scheduled Nov. 21

A free clinic is scheduled Saturday, Nov. 21, to administer H1N1 flu vaccine to high-risk groups identified by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Flu information page helps campus, community stay healthy

For students, faculty, community.

Grow a 'Mo' for cancer awareness

Movember encourages male students, faculty and staff to support cancer awareness by growing a moustache throughout November.

Nominations being accepted for Institutional Diversity awards

The Division of Institutional Diversity is accepting nominations for three awards that recognize commitment to cultural inclusiveness.

Diversity Commission accepting grant, award applications

The President’s Commission on Diversity is accepting applications for diversity related development and research grants, as well as nominations for the President’s Diversity Award.

Greater Mankato Pathfinder Award nominations being accepted through Nov. 16

The Martin Luther King, Jr. Commemorative Board is seeking nominations for the 2009 Pathfinder, Young Pathfinder and Business Pathfinder awards.

ITS offers preview of new services, software Nov. 17, 18, 23

Information and Technology Services will offer three November sessions to learn about new services and software that will start up during winter break.

Commission on Status of Women to discuss campus climate Nov. 17

Students, faculty and staff are invited to join the President's Commission on the Status of Women for a discussion on the campus climate for women Tuesday, Nov. 17.

Commission on Status of Women grants available

Grants of up to $500 will be available throughout the year for campus community members involved in projects surrounding the status of women.

Apply to represent Minnesota State Mankato at HERS Institute

The President's Commission on the Status of Women is accepting applications to select a Minnesota State University, Mankato representative to attend one of the annual Higher Education Resource Services Institutes for Women.

New, improved athletics Web site provides more info, new features

Mavericks Web site: More info, many features.