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Bridging Partnerships between China and the West
In English Language Programs at Winona State University, a large Chinese scroll hangs proudly on the wall. Written in Chinese calligraphy by artist Linan Chen, the scroll reads, “True knowledge will bridge China and the West [學貫中西].” The scroll was gifted to the...
This Month in Music at WSU – April 2019
The Winona State University Department of Music will host a variety of performances throughout the month of April. Here is the list of upcoming events: Jazz Combos at 7:30 p.m. Monday April 8th on the Zane’s Stage in Kryzsko Commons. Faculty Recital featuring Alan...
WSU In the News – Nursing Students Organize Family Health Fair
Each year, Winona State University-Rochester Nursing students volunteer their time to coordinate and run an annual Family Health Fair at the Rochester Public Library. The event provides a family-friendly environment in which the nursing students can work with the...
WSU Professor Helps Decode the Driftless
You don’t need to talk for very long to Dr. Dylan Blumentritt, Assistant Professor in the Geoscience department at Winona State University, to know that he is passionate about his work. His eyes gleam with excitement as he explains the beauty of the Driftless Area, a...
Our View: Fulfilling the Need for Fair and Transparent College Admission
In March 2019, news broke of a major college admissions scandal, in which wealthy parents bribed a path for their sons and daughters into elite institutions. Like most Americans, we are appalled. But as local leaders in higher education, we are also indignant,...
Building Community Through Learning
Wandering around Somsen Hall on a Friday afternoon, you don’t need to reach the third floor before you smell the savory aroma of homemade food. Walking up the stairs, you hear excited chatter and comradery in the center of Winona State University's Business...
WSU Contributes Nearly $448M In Economic Impact
Winona State University generates $447.9 million in economic impact each year, according to a recent study assessing the economic contributions of the seven state universities and 30 state colleges in the Minnesota State system. “I’m proud to see that the numbers in...
WSU in the News – Alumna Receives Celebrity Help
Winona State University alumna Regan Lonien and her class at Bear Cave Intermediate School in Stewartville, Minn., got a big surprise recently when Carrie Underwood retweeted their video message asking for her support in their fundraising efforts. It all started this...
WSU Appoints Acting Dean of College of Nursing and Health Sciences
Winona State University announces Dr. Jeanine E. Gangeness has been appointed Acting Dean of the College of Nursing and Health Sciences, effective immediately. As Acting Dean, Dr. Gangeness will provide leadership for the College while Dr. Julie M. Anderson, who...
This Month in Music – March 2019
The Winona State University Department of Music will host a variety of performances throughout the month of March. Here is the list of upcoming events: Symphonic Wind Ensemble’s “Children’s Concert” at 2:00 p.m. Sunday March 3rd in the DuFresne Performing Arts...
