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Graduating Stories of Inspiration and Determination
Pure academic talent, fierce determination, and a drive to make an impact, our Spring 2021 graduates are truly impressive. We’ve rounded up a few of their stories and can’t wait to see what they accomplish next.Pursuing Success An international student from Tianjin,...

In the News: WSU & SMU on same team
Teaming up monthly since last summer to collaborate, share information, and offer resources, Winona State University and Saint Mary's University are working to tear down the perceived walls of being in competition which each other. A recent team effort to clean up...

Supporting Small Businesses through the Pandemic
Assessing challenges and finding ways to overcome them is a necessity for any businesses to survive and grow. During the pandemic, that has been even more so. Winona State University’s Adult & Continuing Education (ACE) Department has, for years, been helping...

Winona State University Excels in Graduate Programs
Although the COVID-19 pandemic has some undergraduate students questioning their higher education choices, Winona State University has seen a steady increase and growth in graduate programs even amidst the pandemic. WSU currently offers more than 30 different...

Explore the Driftless with Ecological History Series
The Driftless area of Minnesota is quite unique. Filled with rare plants, animals, and various ecosystems, the Driftless area is worthy of exploration and that’s exactly what attendees will do during the Ecological History Series. With events extending out until...

WSU Offers In-Person Events for Graduating Students
For the first time since the pandemic started, graduating students will have the chance to walk across the stage while their name is read at Winona State University during an in-person Name Reading Ceremony. Not only that, but two guests of their choice can watch a...

WSU President Olson to Host Rockin’ Radio Show
For those ready to rock out while listening to some entertaining commentary, best tune in to KQAL 89.5 FM on Wednesday, Mar. 24. Chiming in from Winona State University's campus, President Scott Olson will host his official radio program "Working on a Dream" from 4-6...

WSU Announces In-Person Learning for Fall Semester
In stark contrast to the last year of virtual and hybrid classes, most college classes for the Fall Semester will be in person at Winona State University. Announced Thursday, WSU plans to have 70 percent of classes in person. The other 30 percent of classes will be...

On Campus Events Ease Students Back into Social Activities
On Friday, groups of students huddled around their tables in anticipation for the next set of trivia questions, while quickly and quietly discussing answers in hopes of advancing to the next round. During the Kryzsko After Dark event, Winona State students...

WSU Women’s History Month Events to feature Renowned Activist among Others
Contributed PhotoAn activist who has helped shape the Women’s Movement for the last 40 years will be presenting during Winona State University’s celebration of Women’s History Month. Loretta Ross, a renowned activist who helped establish the country’s first rape...