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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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Saddle Up for Spring

Saddle Up for Spring at Southwest Minnesota State University is our new student orientation program designed to help you smoothly transition to life as a Mustang. During Saddle-Up for Spring, you will have the opportunity to participate in various events. The programming will assist you in navigating the campus and connecting with new and current Mustangs, faculty, staff, as well as the Marshall community, all while having a blast! We are excited to welcome you to campus and to our Mustang Family.

Before you arrive:

Check your SMSU.edu email often
  • Important information regarding move-in, coming to campus, and spring course delivery will be sent to your SMSU.edu email.

Saddle Up for Spring Schedule

All events are open to all incoming freshmen and transfer students. 

Saturday Event Schedule
Time Event Location
11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Campus Tours Meet in the Upper Student Center
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Brunch Social House (Campus Dining)
2:00 – 3:00 p.m. Stuff a Stanger  Upper Student Center
4:00 –6:00 p.m. Dinner Social House (Campus Dining)
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Game Night Mustang Zone
Sunday Event Schedule
Time Event Location
11:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Campus Tours Meet in the Upper Student Center
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Brunch Social House (Campus Dining)
2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Friendship Braceletes & LEGO sets Upper Student Center
4:00 – 6:00 p.m. Dinner Social House (Campus Dining)
6:00 – 7:00 p.m. BINGO Upper Student Center
Monday Event Schedule
Time Event Location
8:00 – 11:00 a.m. Survival Kits with Hot Cocoa Link Between CH and BA
Tuesday Event Schedule
Time Event Location
12:00 – 1:00 p.m. Keychain making with SAC Upper Student Center
8:30 – 9:30 p.m. Pickle Ball  PE Gym 
Wednesday Event Schedule
Time Event Location
6:00 – 8:00 p.m. Paint and Sip with RHA Upper Student Center
Thursday Event Schedule
Time Event Location
11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Club Fair Upper Student Center
12:00 - 7:00 p.m. Mustang Market BA 154
Friday Event Schedule
Time Event Location
11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Build Your Own Snack Mix  Upper Student Center