Inter Faculty Organization

https://www.ifo.org/ifo-updates/2026/6/2/pres-chernega-appointed-to-mn-truth-council

Pres. Chernega Appointed to MN Truth Council — Inter Faculty Organization President Chernega’s appointment ensures that the voices of higher education faculty, researchers, and the broader communities they serve across Greater Minnesota are directly represented in this crucial truth-seeking initiative.

Congrats! Well-deserved recognition for great faculty and staff.

Four outstanding members of the Metro State community were honored today at the 2026 Board of Trustees Awards for Excellence ceremony—a Minnesota State recognition of exceptional commitment to student learning.

👏 Congratulations to our 2026 Outstanding Educator honorees:
⭐️ Cheng Thao—Computer Science and Cybersecurity professor
⭐️ Crystal Fashant—Public and Nonprofit Leadership professor
⭐️ Monica Roth Day—Social Work professor and field director

Also, shout out to 2026 Outstanding Service Faculty honoree:
⭐️ Julie Jaszkowiak—Credentials Evaluator from the Registrar's Office, College of Individualized Studies

Their dedication, leadership, and impact in and beyond the classroom inspire us all. Thank you for your commitment to excellence in education!

St. Cloud State professors Dr. Robert Galler and Dr. Christopher Lehman are part of an upcoming lecture series that aims to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States by providing different local historical perspectives. Lehman will speak at the Benton County Historical Society on March 21 and Galler at the Stearns History Museum on March 28.

Read the full Today story: https://scsu.mn/41j0YMO

Watch IFO President Jenna Chernega testify about the impacts of Operation Metro Surge on higher education.

ICE impacts on colleges, students Many Minnesota colleges and universities are speaking out about the impacts of Operation Metro Surge across the state, saying fewer international students are back for the spring semester.

Deeply thankful for the endorsement by the Inter Faculty Organization As an educator and a Regent at the University of Minnesota, I know first-hand how vital academic freedom and shared governance are, and I’ll continue to be a strong, proven ally for faculty and higher education at the Capitol.

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Poll finds ‘staggering’ support among Minnesotans for massive ICE protest The polling found 23% of Minnesota voters participated in some way, with 38% of participants saying they did not go to work and 65% saying they did not shop.