Dragon Stories

As a young female in the military and in college, Tiarra Veazie crosses gender, age and physical fitness barriers.

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.

As a secondary assistant superintendent for West Fargo Public Schools and the newest member of the MSUM Foundation board, Vince is pushing for student success for all ages. 

Current Minnesota State University Moorhead students are being featured in the university's latest commercials. These commercials were produced by local agency and creative studio Tellwell, which also employs several Dragon alumni.

Judah Lind shares why he loves being a transfer student at MSUM.

Iraq Veteran Ally Kester feels at home at MSUM after transitioning from military service and transitioning her gender.

Heidi King supports military-connected students as the student relations coordinator for MSUM’s College of Arts and Humanities and as a volunteer on the campus’ Veterans Service Committee. 

MSUM alum Gabby Bergquist (university studies ‘19) is joining the Dragon Community as an HR Coordinator. Gabby will be doing payroll and onboarding for new full-time employees at MSUM.               

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

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.

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.