Awards & Achievements
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The ad and PR world is within reach for MSUM students
Emily Stengrim, senior creative producer at Nike, has been recognized as an Outstanding Young Alum for her nationally-known impacts in marketing.
Poli Sci graduate receives award for using compelling stories to spark sweeping change
Carter Headrick ’93 has spent his career sharing stories to influence the decisions of U.S. leaders, earning him the MSUM Foundation’s Dragon Impact Award.
Building a Legacy of Leadership
MSUM honors Tony Grindberg with the Distinguished Alumni Award for his leadership in economic development and public service. His work shaping Fargo-Moorhead’s growth and creating opportunities has left a lasting impact.
Moorhead mayor honored with Dragon Impact Award
Carlson has left her impact in the community through her work advocating for victims of abuse.
A lifetime of international relations, starting at MSUM
Dan Conrad has been awarded the Distinguished Alumni Award, celebrating his storied career in law, international relations, and as the current CEO of BCBSND.
Education alum inspires change through simple moments
Education alum and Dragon Impact award winner Curtis Slater has made an impact through big and small moments. From greeting someone with a smile to creating his company TILL360, he has made a difference in education.
Mapping Voices: a life of storytelling
MSUM Distinguished Alumni Award recipient Keri Pickett has built a groundbreaking career in photography and filmmaking, mapping untold stories and preserving history through powerful visual storytelling.
The sky isn't the limit for national astronomy research honors
Fargo native Gabriel Grant has been nominated for the prestigious Goldwater Scholarship for his study of eclipsing stars.
Accomplished attorney recognized for impact on Minnesota
David Stowman ’66 is honored with the MSUM Foundation’s 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award after a storied career in law.
Campus facilities lead shows the impact of women in construction management
MSUM’s executive director of Facilities Management, Brenda Norris, has managed the masterful renovation of campus structures for over 20 years.
Social work student honored with community service award
Eman Yassin, alum, current student, and advocate social worker was honored with the Virginia McKnight Binger Heart of Community Award.
MSUM alum fastest to ever earn MN science teacher of the year
Minnesota's science teacher of the year Jake Pundsack is the shortest-tenured teacher to receive the prestigious award.