Community & Partnerships Dragon Stories

Local arts leader Toby Zikmund strengthens communities in Fargo through creative collaboration, downtown advocacy, and support for emerging artists.

Katie Merrick led the Fargo Force to the best off-ice season in the organization's history.

Discover how Hannah Stelter, founder of Designed by Hannah and Scribble Lady, empowers the LGBTQ+ community through body-positive art, inclusive events, and creative self-expression.

Entrepreneur and Moorhead alumna Maddie Craig empowers nonprofits and small businesses through bookkeeping, blending financial expertise with community-driven values.

Broadcast journalism grad Sara Hand, a recipient of Minnesota State Moorhead's 10 Under 10 Award, makes community impact through digital storytelling.

An MSUM animation graduate and animation student collaborated on a project for a theatre production at Liberty Middle School in West Fargo.

MSU Moorhead president Tim Downs writes about how higher education must serve as a talent pipeline and a true partner in its region’s success.  

MSUM helped Isidro Lopez to discover his potential, purpose, and a path that fulfilled his life.

Carlson has left her impact in the community through her work advocating for victims of abuse.

Sara Kubicek, an experienced educator and MSUM alumna, mentors student teachers like Fatima Alshahmani.

MSUM students visited Davis Designs to witness the transformation of a 2D concept into a large-scale sculpture by artist Brock Davis, soon to be installed at the Christianson Alumni Center. 

Eman Yassin, alum, current student, and advocate social worker was honored with the Virginia McKnight Binger Heart of Community Award.