Donor Impact Dragon Stories

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.

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.

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.

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

Two MSU Moorhead professors and a Moorhead middle-school student work together to expedite the AI adoption process in healthcare to improve outcomes for patients.

MSUM alum Emmanuel Aneke opened his own social media agency as a senior in college. Now graduated, he spends his time growing his business.

Dr. Jason Leyendecker (‘06) is the owner of Audiology Concepts. He discovered his passion for audiology while in MSUM's SLHS program. 

Get to know the MSUM graduate program coordinators! They are crucial in supporting students' professional and academic goals while pursuing their graduate degrees.

Python research leads to Judah Nava's Goldwater Scholarship nomination. 

Samantha Peterson (‘25) has been nominated for the Goldwater Scholarship for her dedication to anthropology research.