Category Archives: Higher Education

Alpha Lambda Delta to Host Third Annual Pi Run on Saturday, April 20, 2013, with New Route and New Race Distance; Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at the old Carnegie Library

Posted on April 2, 2013 by University of Minnesota Crookston

All proceeds to benefit the Carnegie Library Restoration Project Fund Alpha Lambda Delta at the University of Minnesota Crookston is hosting the third annual Pi Run on Saturday, April 20, 2013. The run will include a new route along with … Continue reading →

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Fifth Annual Fiesta in the Spirit of Cinco de Mayo Celebrates Northwest Minnesota Artists on Friday, April 12, 2013, at the University of Minnesota, Crookston

Posted on April 2, 2013 by University of Minnesota Crookston

Spring means it’s time for celebrating the fifth annual Fiesta in the Spirit of Cinco de Mayo at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. This year’s celebration will pay tribute to the artists of Northwest Minnesota and takes place on Friday, … Continue reading →

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Tastefully Simple Founder and CEO Jill Blashack Strahan Speaking at the U of M, Crookston on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, at Noon in Kiehle Auditorium

Posted on February 13, 2013 by University of Minnesota Crookston

Tastefully Simple Founder and CEO Jill Blashack Strahan will speak at the University of Minnesota, Crookston on Tuesday, February 26, 2013, as part of a entrepreneurship speakers’ series sponsored by the Center for Rural Entrepreneurial Studies (CRES). Her presentation entitled … Continue reading →

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Among the Nation’s Best: U of M, Crookston in U.S.News & World Report’s Best Online Bachelor’s Programs

Posted on January 15, 2013 by University of Minnesota Crookston

U.S.News and World Report has ranked the University of Minnesota, Crookston among the nation’s “Best Online Bachelor’s Programs” for 2013. The U of M, Crookston was ranked in the top quartile at #60 out of the 247 higher education respondents … Continue reading →

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U of M, Crookston Business Department Offers Students Opportunity to Earn Certificate of Taxation

Posted on October 22, 2012 by University of Minnesota Crookston

Students interested in advancing as a tax professional will now have the opportunity to earn a Certificate of Taxation at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. The certificate, offered through the Business Department, is available to students both on campus and … Continue reading →

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Center for Rural Entrepreneurial Studies (CRES) at the U of M, Crookston awarded $50,000 grant from Bremer Foundation to Extend Entrepreneurial Assistance Services and Programming to the Region

Posted on October 19, 2012 by University of Minnesota Crookston

The Bremer Foundation has awarded a grant for $50,000 to the Center for Entrepreneurial Studies (CRES) at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. The grant, which provides $25,000 each year for two years, offers operational support to extend the unique entrepreneurial … Continue reading →

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Former NBA Player Chris Herren Shares Story of Substance Abuse at U of M, Crookston during Alcohol Awareness Week on Wednesday, October 17, 2012, at 7 p.m. in Kiehle Auditorium; Event is free and all are welcome to attend

Posted on October 1, 2012 by University of Minnesota Crookston

The area is invited to a special presentation by former NBA player Chris Herren on Wed., Oct. 17, 2012, at 7 p.m. in the Kiehle Auditorium at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. Herren, who played for the Denver Nuggets and … Continue reading →

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U of M, Crookston Moves to 2nd in U.S.News & World Report Rankings in Category Midwest Top Public Regional Colleges; Campus ranks in top 4 for 15th Consecutive Year

Posted on September 12, 2012 by University of Minnesota Crookston

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is pleased to announce a move up to second in this year’s U.S.News Best Colleges rankings in the category Midwest Top Public Regional Colleges. The rankings for 2013 mark the 15th consecutive year the Crookston … Continue reading →

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U of M, Crookston to highlight Mexican Independence Day as part of Hispanic Heritage Month on Sunday, September 16, 2012

Posted on September 12, 2012 by University of Minnesota Crookston

In recognition of Hispanic Heritage Month, the University of Minnesota, Crookston is hosting a program that encompasses Hispanic history, storytelling, music, dancing, and refreshments on Sunday, September 16, 2012, the official Mexican Independence Day. The event, known as the “Celebration … Continue reading →

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Homecoming Celebration at U of M, Crookston on Friday and Saturday, September 21-22, 2012; Outstanding Alumni and Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees Announced

Posted on September 4, 2012 by University of Minnesota Crookston

It’s time for homecoming at the University of Minnesota, Crookston, and the Office of Development & Alumni Relations is preparing to honor the 2012 Outstanding Alumni and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees on Friday, September 21. During the evening, Outstanding … Continue reading →

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