Metro State University

I had the opportunity to meet with student presidents and leaders from MSU Moorhead, Bemidji State, Metro State, Winona State, MSU Mankato, Southwest Minnesota State University, and St. Cloud State who were in DC to advocate on behalf of our state universities.   Thanks to these outstanding students for their leadership.

AI, cybersecurity, and housing affordability were among the audience questions / topics discussed Valentine's Eve today during the @MetroStateU panel at the Capitol!

In this @fulcrum_us op-ed, Robert Glover (@UMainePoliSci) and Kathleen Cole (@MetroStateU) explain why teaching students to engage with state-level policymaking builds practical civic skills and deeper public policy engagement. Read now: thefulcrum.us/civic-engageme…

🥳 Congrats Grads 🎓 Today we welcomed students, staff, and family members to Roy Wilkins Auditorium for the @MetroStateU Commencement Ceremonies. We're so happy to celebrate this achievement with you!

In Minnesota, we’ve seen the disruption caused by cyberattacks – impacting our national and economic security. That’s why I’m working to increase our cyber defenses with Metro State University, Neighborhood Development Center & others. We need more federal efforts to support workforce and community assistance to prevent cyberattacks before they happen. twincities.com/2025/11/26/oth…

“I have used the SMART goal framework throughout my time as a graduate student and in my professional and personal life to achieve goals I could have only dreamed of.” — Lily Griffin, @MetroStateU Lily is serving as a UNESCO fellow in Costa Rica, focusing on rural education, financial literacy, and intercultural dialogue. Her story shows how SMART goals — and steady, intentional steps — can scale impact globally. 🔗 Read her full Member Spotlight: thens.ls/4oRcNUe #theNSLS

Last Friday, we welcomed students from @UMNews and @MetroStateU for an inside look at #SemiconductorManufacturing as part of our partnership with @Purdue_SCALE. Learn more at scale4me.org. #PolarSemiconductor #SemiconductorCareers #STEMcareers #WorkforceDevelopment

Last week, we sat down with @MetroStateU to discuss the shifts in graduate enrollment management and how they use our #CAS to meet their enrollment goals. You can watch the on-demand recording of this discussion at the link below. 🔗 hubs.ly/Q03T4_3z0

Tune in to @kare11 today at 6 p.m. to hear from @MetroStateU's @kaleemf, director of our nationally recognized #cybersecurity programs. He'll discuss cybersecurity risks and how Metro State is training the next generation to protect & defend. Livestream📺kare11.com/watch

🎙️ Metro State’s Dr. Faisal Kaleem joined @wccoradio this morning to unpack today’s top #cybersecurity threats—and how @MetroStateU is preparing the next generation of cyber defenders. 🎧 Missed it? Catch the interview on @MPRnews today at 12 p.m. mprnews.org/listen

There are more than 849,000 Minnesota State alums living and working in Minnesota. Here are two stories that give you a glimpse at just a couple of those graduates and how they are putting their education to use in their communities. shorturl.at/mPyAi

You haven’t missed your chance — you can still receive the North Star Promise Scholarship for the fall semester. Contact the financial aid departments at our colleges and universities and enroll! minnstate.edu/scholarships/

I’m sick and saddened by this senseless violence. My spouse Kelley and I are praying for Speaker Emerita Hortman and Senator Hoffman, their families, and for all our public servants. - Chancellor Scott Olson

Big storm energy rolling through Saint Paul today ⚡⛈🌪 Wherever you are, on campus or commuting, stay alert and stay safe. #WeatherAlert #TornadoWatch

Don't miss it! minnstate.edu/minnstatewk/in…

June 1 marks the beginning of #Pride month—a celebration of #lgbtqia+ rights, voices, and stories. Happy Pride Month from @MetroStateU! 🏳️‍🌈 #pride2025

Campus visit events all over the state. No application fees. Don’t miss Minnesota State Week, June 23-37. minnstate.edu/minnstatewk/in…

Tears, cheers, and so much pride. @MetroStateU Class of 2025, you did it! Your resilience, your heart, your journey—on full display. This day was yours. Watch the highlights and celebrate every moment.💙 #MetroStateGrads2025 #ClassOf2025 #CapsOff #MetroStateProud

The Management Education Center at #MplsCollege has been named a Top Project of 2024 by @BusinessMN. Thanks to $22.5 million in state funding, this newly renovated space now serves as a hub for our partnership with @MetroStateU. @JEDunn #mnleg finance-commerce.com/2025/05/top-mi…

Update: The lockdown at @MetroStateU's Saint Paul campus has been lifted. The suspect is in custody, and there is no ongoing threat. No injuries reported. We’re grateful to campus safety and first responders. Mental health & wellness services for students➡️metrostate.edu/students/suppo…