Donor Impact Dragon Stories

Jered Pigeon, Director of MSUM’s Office of Diversity and Inclusion, was awarded a Minnesota Office of Higher Education grant to help students like Varoon Khalil shine in higher education.

Student leaders of Student Council for Exceptional Children experience diversity outside of the classroom during volunteer opportunities and events.

William “Bill” Hoehle works with accounts payable and requisitions, making sure that invoices get paid.

MSUM alumni Morgan Laite (’17) and Maggie Thoemke (’16, ’19) met when they found themselves working at a job neither of them enjoyed. Bonding over their shared experience at MSUM, similar personalities, and the fact that they were born nine days apart, they quickly became close friends.

Meet Joey Lauckner, MSUM’s new General Repair Worker. Joey fixes and services anything and everything on campus. 

Looking for a unique blend of business acumen and healthcare expertise? Consider setting yourself on a path to in-demand and fulfilling careers. 

Joseph Lewis’s journey from Liberia, West Africa, to the Minnesota State University Moorhead campus to the corridors of Yale University demonstrates his academic prowess and achievement.

Meet Creighton Brown, MSUM’s new Assistant Veterans Resource Outreach Director. Creighton connects veterans and veteran-affiliated students with resources on campus to help with their transition to college. 

David Foss' unusual combination of computer science, English, and business administration at MSUM allowed him to enjoy a wide variety of roles in computer systems and banking.

The cost of education is on every student’s and parent’s mind. MSUM is making higher education more affordable for students not only in Minnesota, but also those from North Dakota and South Dakota.

Alli Belfiori is the Yellow Ribbon advanced digital marketing specialist for marketing & communications and the grants & sponsored programs offices. 

Danica Shoquist, elementary inclusive education major, transferred to MSUM for the perfect-sized campus life and to connect with professors and students.