by Alex Carter | May 4, 2018 | Commencement, Featured Post, Twitter, WSU News
Adrienne Tryan faced many challenges on her path to success, including a major health scare. But the Arches, Minn., native was determined to earn her bachelor’s degree and continue toward her goal of becoming a physical therapist. “Ironically, while studying...
by Kassidy Jackson | May 4, 2018 | Commencement, Featured Post, Twitter, WSU News
Hailing from Kathmandu, Nepal, Supriya Bhatta decided to follow in her brother’s footsteps, who graduated from Winona State, after hearing him talk about the good programs and opportunities the university had to offer. Starting as an accounting major, she ultimately...
by Brian Waldbillig | May 2, 2018 | Academic News, Achievements, Campus News, Commencement, Events, Student News, Twitter, WSU News
Winona State University will recognize 76 members of the Spring 2018 graduating class at the 41st Evening of Distinction ceremony at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, May 3, in East Hall, Kryzsko Commons. These individuals were selected by the faculty in their...
by Rachel Williams Belter | May 2, 2018 | Academic News, Commencement, Featured Post, Student News, Top Stories, Twitter, WSU News
Every college student declares a major. But not every college student finds a calling. Winona State University student Brian Waldbillig was lucky enough to find both—along with so much more—in WSU’s Mass Communication program. The Farmington, Minn., native struggled...
by Brian Waldbillig | May 2, 2018 | Achievements, Commencement, Featured Post, Student News, Top Stories, Twitter, WSU News
Prospective college students have many specific needs when looking for the right college to attend. For some it’s making sure the university has the right major. For others, it’s the right location or the right size—not too big but not too small. For Rachel...
by Cassandra Douglas | Apr 28, 2018 | Academic News, Achievements, Commencement, Featured Post, Student News, Top Stories, Twitter, WSU News
After four years, three majors, two minors, and countless projects, conferences and competitions, Jimmy Hickey has an important bit of advice to share with his peers. The key to success in college? Get involved in the community. “Even if you’re awkward,”...
