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UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA CROOKSTON ANNOUNCES FACULTY/STAFF AWARD RECIPIENTS FOR 2021-22

The University of Minnesota Crookston held their Faculty and Staff Awards Banquet Tuesday, May 10, in the Bede Ballroom. The recipients of the distinguished awards are as follows:  Retirements- Lynne Michelson, Krista Proulx, Twyla Treanor, Mike Hanson, and Linda Kingery Distinguished Staff Service Award – Kolby Castillo in the Athletic Department Distinguished P&A – Steven […]

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UMC TO HOST “IN THE SPIRIT OF CINCO DE MAYO” EVENT ON APRIL 22ND

The University of Minnesota Crookston is proud to bring back one of their most treasured spring events, “In the Spirit of Cinco de Mayo.” “With help from the university and Crookston community, this event highlights the celebration of Mexican traditions and culture where we educate the community by showcasing cultural diversity along with historically accurate

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UMC HOLDS INTERNATIONAL GRADUATE SASHING CEREMONY

Five University of Minnesota Crookston seniors that studied abroad and 12 senior international students were recently sashed at the International graduation and sashing ceremony.   Each year UMC seniors get their sash and wear this during commencement ceremonies.  Sashing is an annual event recognizing students’ international travel. Sam Hassan (Fall ’20) and Rose Kanssole (Spring

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UMC HANDS OUT TORCH AND SHIELD AWARDS TO HONOR GENEROSITY AND SUPPORT

by UMC University Relations The Torch & Shield Recognition was held on Wednesday, November 6, 2019, in Kiehle Auditorium. It is an evening dedicated to honoring individuals and organizations who have provided leadership and who have aided in the development of the University of Minnesota Crookston, the Northwest Research and Outreach Center, and Extension. This

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UMC ALUMNUS AND EMPLOYEE KEN MENDEZ CARRIES FAMILY LEGACY FORWARD

For University of Minnesota Crookston alumnus Ken Mendez 2011, it’s a legacy integrally connected to the history of Northwest Minnesota, the University of Minnesota Crookston, and the people of the Red River Valley. Mendez’s father, Jesus, was born in Mexico, and after crossing the border in Texas, they were contracted to work in the sugar

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