Research Dragon Stories

Back in the day, vegetables were vegetables and meat was meat. But as time goes by and we learn more about what is being injected into our food, even the most regular of Joe Shmoes should be aware of what they’re putting into their bodies with every bite.

A unique program aims to encourage more MSUM physics students to follow Conduah into the field of medical physics, the Bachelor of Science degree in physics with emphasis in medical physics.

They may not be seated directly at your bedside holding your hand or administering an IV, but health advocates are found every step of the way, assisting in the background work in various capacities, spreading awareness, and fighting for funding.

MSUM alumni Dr. Brandan Anderson ’96 (biology), Dr. JaDean Anderson ’03 (biology), and Dr. Alisha (Pagel) Anderson ’06 (biology) practice together at Anderson Family Chiropractic in Fargo.

Ever since Kelsi O’Keefe ’06 (social work) was young she knew she wanted to be in field that allowed her to help others. After graduating from MSUM, she felt she had found the perfect profession in social work.

For nearly half a century, Dennis Jacobs, professor emeritus of Physics, Astronomy, and Sustainability, has demonstrated his commitment to improving our world by living sustainably.

If you have kids, or know kids, who are in youth activities, you’ve likely bought one to dozens of items to support them and their organizations.

MSUM alumna Elise Parsley ’11 (art) started college ready to learn–from scratch. While many students choose to major in areas of pre-existing fortes, Parsley decided to study art. She’d never even taken a drawing class.

While many of us find it hard to apply the DIY Pinterest creations to real life, Heather (Donarski) Moore ’11 (graphic design) started a small business based on this concept.

When MSUM alumna Rachel Neumiller ’15 (advertising) started her business, she knew it would not be a journey she would take alone. Neumiller’s sister, Lacey Heid, was right beside her taking co-ownership.

Dragon Pride. It runs deep among our alumni and students. For many regional families, an MSUM education is a family tradition.

Every step of Sarah Coumbe-Guida’s ’97 (special education) life journey has been a leap of faith. It’s no wonder one climactic element at her family’s Character Challenge Course in Park Rapids, Minn., is titled just that—Leap of Faith.