Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Dragon Stories

Kwame Addey is MSUM’s new Assistant Professor of Business Analysis. Kwame teaches students how to use data to make informed decisions that can help companies to reduce costs.  

MSU Moorhead has launched Dragon VALOR, a Veteran Ally Organization that strives to elevate student Veterans’ academic success.  

The College for Kids & Teens program offers a unique and effective approach to teacher preparation by integrating multiple generations of educators and emphasizing mentorship.

Michelle Olson has been inducted into the College of Fellows of the Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) for her distinguished career and contributions to the public relations field.

MSUM alum Mary Davidow (art education ’23) is joining the Admissions team at MSUM!

Jennifer Weir, executive director and founder of TaikoArts Midwest, will be joining the Homecoming festivities at MSUM! Founding TaikoArts has helped Jennifer discover new parts of herself and redefine what it means to be an Asian American Woman in the arts.

Jennifer Weir, executive director and founder of TaikoArts Midwest, will be joining the Homecoming festivities at MSUM! Founding TaikoArts has helped Jennifer discover new parts of herself and redefine what it means to be an Asian American Woman in the arts.

Ethel Abe is MSUM's newest Associate Professor of Management in the Paseka School of Business.

Taytum applied, and was accepted, to spend her summer in Menlo Park, California at SRI. While there, she and another student conducted geospatial studies, specifically working on mapping the Ionosphere.

Junior Carlyssa Pfennig began a unique internship this summer and shares what her journey has taught her and where it is taking her. 

Franklin Ugochukwu is a local artist who also happens to be an MSUM alum. Franklin is a well-known character in the Fargo/Moorhead art world. Franklin balances his art career, running a YouTube channel, and staying involved with MSUM.

Pranay Prateek is MSUM's new Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity. Pranay teaches databases and spreadsheets, cybersecurity fundamentals, and Linux.

Casey and Kaley Mills met at MSUM, graduated together, and both were awarded Teachers of the Year for Bottineau County. With visible dedication toward their students, the hardworking couple has made important advancements in each of their classrooms.