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Collegiate Crops Judging Team from U of M, Crookston Finishes Second in Both National Contests held in November in Kansas City and Chicago

The national crops judging contests have a long and celebrated history. The University of Minnesota, Crookston Collegiate Crops Teams have been a part of that history since 1967, and this year, the team from the Crookston campus placed second in … Continue reading

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U of M, Crookston Receives $100,000 Grant from the U.S. Department of State to Establish an American Cultural Center in China

A $100,000 grant from the U.S. Department of State will fund a collaborative effort between the University of Minnesota, Crookston and Zhejiang Economic and Trade Polytechnic (ZJETP) to establish an American Cultural Center in China. The purpose of the cultural … Continue reading

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

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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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

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

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

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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U of M, Crookston Continues Trend Surpassing Enrollment Records

While the final numbers will not be available for some time, enrollment at the University of Minnesota, Crookston appears to have surpassed previous record levels, continuing a six-year trend.  Preliminary, unofficial reports put enrollment at 1,773 degree-seeking undergraduates–the highest enrollment … Continue reading

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Second Annual Mary Tyrrell Health Walk for Scholarships Slated for Saturday, September 8, 2012, at Ed Widseth Field at the U of M, Crookston

The second annual Mary Tyrrell Health Walk for Scholarships is about raising awareness of heart and women’s health while raising support for student-athletes at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. The walk will be held on Saturday, September 8, 2012, at … Continue reading

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For Sixth Consecutive Year, U of M, Crookston named “A Best in the Midwest” College by The Princeton Review

The University of Minnesota, Crookston is one of the best colleges in the Midwest according to the nationally known education services company, The Princeton Review. It is one of 153 institutions The Princeton Review recommends in its “Best in the … Continue reading

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Lorna Hollowell joins U of M, Crookston as Director of Diversity and Multicultural Programs

Lorna Hollowell (right) has been hired as director of diversity and multicultural programs at the University of Minnesota, Crookston. She comes to the campus from Owensboro Community and Technical College in Owensboro, Ky, where she served as director of cultural … Continue reading

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