Winona State University

10/14/2026

🎉💜Homecoming memories that will last a lifetime! From the school spirit and unforgettable moments to the alumni reunions and nonstop fun, this Homecoming was one for the books! 🏫✨ Thanks to everyone who made it so special. Until next year! 💜💜

10/05/2026

🏆 WE’RE KIND OF A BIG DEAL. 🏆
Winona State University is showing the Midwest what Warrior Pride looks like! 💜💜

📈 #8 among Top Public Schools in the Midwest
🎓 #29 among Regional Universities in the Midwest
⭐ Named a “Best in the Midwest” by The Princeton Review for an incredible 23rd consecutive year
💵 Named “One of Money’s Best Colleges in America 2026” by Money Magazine

And yes, we’re still the #1 university in the Minnesota State system😉

Check out our WSU Blog page for more about our Rankings and statements!

Winona State University remains the highest-ranked university in the Minnesota State system and the second-highest-ranked public university in Minnesota, according to the 2027 U.S. News & World…

09/18/2026

Thank you to all who made Parents Weekend special 💜 checkout the link for more WSU albums and photos from this weekend and more!

Photographers: Elena Bremen '27, Holly Foss '27

09/15/2026

Sept. 20 is the last day to apply for an AI Innovation & Engagement Fund! With these small grants, Winona State students can pursue extracurricular AI projects that benefit the university or Winona community. Anton Kadlec ’28 and Sandumini Kaldera ’27 share their experiences receiving grants last year.

Winona State students Anton Kadlec ’28 and Sandumini Kaldera ’27 share their experiences receiving grants through the AI Innovation & Engagement Fund.

08/25/2026

Welcome Week was a blast! Welcome to all of our new Warriors💜

07/21/2026

Looking for a quick summer reading? We've got you covered.

We're proud to share that Winona State finished third overall in the 2025-26 NSIC All-Sports standings, our best finish in four years!

BURNSVILLE, Minn. – Winona State University ended the 2025-26 Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC) All-Sports standings in third.

07/08/2026

And we couldn't agree more! Winona State is proud to call this cute town our home. From local shops to welcoming campus life, there's something here for everyone!

Explore Minnesota’s cutest small towns, from lakefront escapes and historic river towns to Scandinavian-inspired gems and German heritage sites.

07/07/2026

We had some special visitors on campus recently! Take a look at this sweet deer family that stopped by for a visit. We're lucky to have moments like these to remind us of the natural beauty that surrounds Winona State. Thanks for the visit, little friends! 🦌

07/04/2026

Happy 4th of July, Warriors!
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06/19/2026

Today we honor Juneteenth, the federal holiday commemorating the end of slavery. Take time to reflect, learn, and support. 💜