Metro State University

Rooted in purpose, growing opportunity. 🌱 This morning, Metro State welcomed community and employer partners to campus for a breakfast celebrating the power of collaboration and its impact on student success, workforce development, and economic mobility.

Metro State graduate Kevin Day, a cybersecurity professional, shared his journey as a powerful example of economic mobility in action.

Leah Henrikson of Securian Financial and Metro State graduate Brittany Ondo shared how apprenticeship programs bridge the gap between education and employment. Their story demonstrated how intentional partnerships can create opportunity while building talent pipelines for the future.

Julia Miller of Hennepin County highlighted how academic partnerships can support working adults as they build new skills, advance their careers, and strengthen the communities they serve through public service.

To close the event, partners added leaves to our Rooted in Purpose: Elevating Mobility Commitment Trees, sharing commitments to internships, apprenticeships, mentorship, workforce development, and other opportunities that help students thrive.

Every leaf on the tree represents a commitment. Together, they reflect something bigger: a shared belief that talent is everywhere, and opportunity should be too!

At Metro State, we're committed to removing barriers, expanding opportunity, and creating pathways to economic and social mobility for every learner we serve.

The work continues, and there's always room for more partners at the table. Together, we can help create stronger pathways to opportunity, a more inclusive economy, and a brighter future for Minnesota's workforce.

Learn more at https://www.metrostate.edu/

Every June is Immigrant Heritage Month and the Metro State Library is highlighting the stories, histories, and contributions of immigrant communities across Minnesota. From the Twin Cities to Greater Minnesota, immigrant communities have shaped the state’s culture, education, workforce, and civic life for generations. Through memoirs, cultural studies, and community narratives, we’re celebrating the diverse voices that remain deeply connected to communities around the world while continuing to enrich Minnesota.

All books on display are available for check out.

Image Description: Photograph of a book display featuring immigrant communities across Minnesota.

We are excited to welcome Leslie Starrett to Metro State University as our new International Student Success Coordinator.

Leslie brings more than 25 years of international experience, including studying abroad in Brazil and England, as well as extensive professional experience in international education. Prior to joining Metro State, she served as the Assistant Director of International Recruitment and Admissions at St. Cloud State University for 16 years.

In her role, Leslie will support international students by providing guidance, connecting them with campus resources, and helping them achieve their academic and personal goals throughout their time at Metro State.

We are excited to welcome Leslie to the International Student Services team and look forward to the positive impact she will have on our international student community.

📍 Founder's Hall 139B

Want to make a real impact in oral health? 🦷✨

Metro State’s Advanced Dental Therapy master's program goes beyond clinical skills. Gain hands-on experience while helping expand access to care in underserved communities.

📅 Join our virtual info session:
Tuesday, June 9 at 6 p.m.

Hear from faculty, explore the program, and get your questions answered!

🔗 Register now: https://bit.ly/4fVFcXW

This Pride Month, we’re honoring the power of voice and identity through a collection of memoirs and poetry by LGBTQ+ authors. These works reflect the courage, resilience, and joy of living authentically. Join us in celebrating our LGBTQ+ friends and neighbors and uplifting their voices. 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️

All books on display are available for check out.

Image Description: Photograph of a book display on the topic of LGBTQ+ identity and voice in honor of Pride Month.

Big things happening at Metro State 👏

Tomorrow at 8:18 a.m., President Ginny Arthur will join Vineeta Sawkar LIVE on WCCO Radio to talk about Metro State’s national recognition for economic and social mobility.

When students are given access, support, and opportunity—lives change.

🎙️Tune in tomorrow morning!
https://www.audacy.com/stations/wccoradio

Metro State welcomed back our incredible retirees for our annual Retiree Luncheon and university update with President Ginny Arthur. 🎉

Through years of teaching, mentorship, leadership, and service, our retirees helped shape the Metro State community and support generations of students along the way. Their impact continues to be felt across campus every day.

Thank you for your years of service, your dedication to our mission, and for remaining such an important part of the Metro State community. 💙

The diplomas may be finished, but the friendships continue. 🎓✨ Several graduates from Metro State’s Social Work program recently reunited for their first in-person MSW summer class at Augsburg University. This is a reminder of the connections built here.

At Metro, students don’t just earn degrees. They build relationships, support systems, and communities that continue long after graduation.

We’re incredibly proud to see these grads continuing their education and stepping into the next chapter together. 💙