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“We truly are poised to become an even greater University, one that is not only an engine but a leader in generating solutions for the problems facing our state, nation and world.”
      - President Richard Davenport

Minnesota State University, Mankato:
Where big ideas meet real-world thinking.

Minnesota State Mankato has always been a place where big ideas and real-world thinking combine to help solve society's problems. I am proud of how well and how often that happens here. I am especially proud to announce our newest big idea—one that will transform both this University and the world—and to ask for your help in making that happen.

In October, we officially launched the Big Ideas Campaign, which includes a number of initiatives designed to help Minnesota State Mankato achieve a new level of greatness on a local, national and international scale. With your help, we'll be able to offer scholarships for students who have big ideas, use technology to collaborate and personally engage with others both beyond and within our campus, support practical research and develop an environmentally sustainable campus.

Find out more about at mnsu.edu/bigideascampaign. We welcome you as partner in our efforts to transform ourselves—and the world.

President Davenport oversees several initiatives to enhance the University environment. Explore each here.