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Leah Bittner

“The SMSU RN to BSN Program does not have you take a set amount of credits each semester. This flexible scheduling was perfect for me as it allowed me to vary the amount of credits I took each semester. I would have struggled without that flexibility as I am a non-traditional student who is also a wife, mother of four, and worked full time while completing my degree. This program is designed to fit into your life, whether you want to be a full-time or part-time student.”

Leah Bittner, '22 Alum
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inauguration of president Dr. David P. Jones

President's Inauguration

Please save the date for the Inauguration
of
Dr. David P. Jones

smsu president david p jones

as the eleventh President of Southwest Minnesota State University
Thursday, October 1, 2026
3:00 p.m.
Central Courtyard
Southwest Minnesota State University
Marshall, MN

 
Please join us for a reception following the ceremony in the Upper Student Center.
The ceremony and reception are open to the public.

Travel

For overnight lodging, hotel blocks have been reserved at AmericInn by Wyndham, Sleep Inn, and Quality Inn. Call to reserve your room with the SMSU rate by September 18 or see additional lodging options.

Marshall is located in southwestern Minnesota. From the following major airports: 90 miles northeast of Sioux Falls, SD; 150 miles west of Minneapolis, MN; 220 miles south of Fargo. Marshall is home to Marshall/Ryan Field (MML), which can accommodate charter aircraft.

If you need special accommodations to attend the commencement ceremony, please contact our Accessibility Services staff at (507) 537-6492 or Vickie.Abel@SMSU.edu. 

President Jones officially began his duties on February 18, 2026, after serving as interim president starting July 1, 2025. 

For other questions, email Inauguration@SMSU.edu or call (507) 537-6272.

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