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SOUTHWEST STORIES
Charlie Vang
Junior
"“The professors at SMSU are really dedicated in their work. They really care for you personally and they also have an open-door policy where you can go in and talk to them about class-related work or just about your personal life. As a student I am really appreciative to that support and dedication that they have to my education.”"
Hometown
Walnut Grove, MN
Avianna McFarquhar
Senior
"My dream is to one day be on Broadway and SMSU is helping me achieve that goal because I have been learning about everything that surrounds Theatre -- not only just acting but sound design, lighting, and costume construction. And I know through hard work I will be able to achieve it one day. "
Hometown
Marshall, MN
Bryan Peralta Garces
Sophmore
"I am active in the United States Army Reserve and often times I have to miss class. But at SMSU, the professors are flexible with my schedule which allows me to be a full-time student and fulfill my military obligations."
Hometown
Farmington, MN
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LATEST NEWS
SMSU Spring Break Extended; Classes Resume March 30
Published: 03-12-2020
Southwest Minnesota State University will extend its spring break through March 29, with classes resuming March 30, in an effort to limit the sprea...
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Applicatins for MARL Class XI Being Accepted
Published: 03-27-2020
The application deadline for Class XI of the Minnesota Agriculture and Rural Leadership (MARL) program is April 24, and program Executive Director ...
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SMSU Ranked No. 1 in Nation By Military Friendly® School
Published: 02-11-2020
Southwest Minnesota State University's commitment to veterans and their families has been rewarded with a No. 1 national ranking by Military ...
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MUSTANGS MAKING A DIFFERENCE
Director of Dining Services Stanwick Appreciates 'Mustang Spirit'
Published 03-27-2020
Little did Don Stanwick know then, but that first food service job busing tables at Tony's Pizza in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, as a 15-yer-old would be a springboard to a career in the industry. His various positions have taken him to every state but Alaska, and to this day, the food industry still...
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