KMSU Southern Minnesota News Project

April 7, 2023 Josh Peck, comedian and TV celebrity spoke at MNSU to hundreds of students on campus about his struggles with weight, bullying and how it has formed him into who he is today. KMSU's Brittney OKeefe reflects on how his journey impacted how she looks at herself.

April 7, 2023 KMSU's Matt Brown shares the story of MNSU's decades-long theatre director who retired and came back for a final performance  to an audience of many former students and others. This is a story of how Paul Hustoles had a final hurrah after 2020 closed down the theatre season.

Feb. 23, 2023 Minnesota State University, Mankato has over 120,000 alumni. Each year a committee selects the top alumni for the year. KMSU's Matt Brown introduces us to this year's honorees.

For 47 years, Minnesota State has hosted the Pan African Conference. Each year the conference focuses on a unique theme relating to Pan African issues. This year, they hope to create a discussion around the cross-generational joys of black people around the world. KMSU's Matthew Brown reports.

Feb. 6, 2023 Minnesota State University Professor of Communication Studies, Dr. David Engen, introduces us to podcasts about our community created by his students in his "Special Topics Course". He introduces the stories on KMSU's Minnesota Morning with Karen Wright.

Feb. 6. 22023 Minnesota State University brings millions of dollars into southern Minnesota.  KMSU's Matthew Brown talks with MNSU President Edward Inch and VP of Finance Rick Straka about the University's contributions to the community.

Feb. 1, 2023 Minnesota State Mankato held a grand opening to show off its new golf training facility, built and funded by the teams. KMSU reporter Matt Brown introduces us to MNSU Golf Coach, Alex Schmitz and others who participated in the event.

11-17-2022 Professional athletes have been making millions when companies use their name, image, or likeness. Now, college athletes have an opportunity to earn money from their talent. KMSU's Ellen Solem tells us about Minnesota State Mankato athletes benefiting from the new policy.

It's Homecoming at MNSU this week! Olivia Daniels has a brief rundown of the fun events going on!

February 24, 2022 FFA used to stand for Future Farmers of America and was geared toward those going into agricultural production. The organization has expanded to include much more to meet the growing demands for leadership in these areas. In 2019, Ethan Dado joined Mankato Area Public Schools as its first agriculture/foods/natural resources teacher. Dado's duties also include leading the Mankato...

Feb 4, 2022 KMSU's Ricardo Moreno, Jr. reports on the start of Spring Semester 2022 with cases of COVID-19 on the rise. He talks with students about their thoughts and concerns.

Feb. 10, 2022 KMSU's Olivia Daniel's reports on a $225K grant awarded to Minnesota State University Mankato and three nonprofit partners. It comes from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture. The funds will go toward increasing food, gardening and nutrition education for youth in under-served communities.

November 24, 2021 Students taking music industry classes at Minnesota State University, Mankato are doing what they can to help others in need by hosting "Can Jam 2", a benefit for the University's Campus Kitchen Food Shelf. KMSU's Ricardo Mereno, Jr. has the story.

November 4, 2021 Minnesota State University, Mankato is an official member of the National Association of Collegiate Esports (NACE), a leading organization in college-level esports. KMSU Reporter Olivia Daniels talks about this growing and competitive sport.

March 21, 2021 KMSU reporter, Jonathan Fjeld talks about the Dr. Michael T. Fagin Pan African Conference which is committed to developing and enhancing the leadership skills in our collegiate Black young adults, as well as provide opportunities for academic scholars, professionals, and community members to discuss issues that affect descendants of Africa on a local, national, and international lev...

January 27, 2021 Minnesota Valley Action Council is reaching out to get the word out about its Energy Assistance Program. Director Sheila Ous says many who have lost jobs or have been otherwise affected by the pandemic may be eligible and are encouraged to see if they qualify for energy assistance or other programs offered by MVAC.

January 22, 2021 KMSU's Olivia Daniels reports four out of 10 students on the Minnesota State University campus suffers from food insecurity. A new food pantry has opened at MNSU to help bridge a growing need.

Nov. 19, 2020 KMSU reporter, Olivia Daniels talks with MNSU student June Somsanith about her recent diagnoses of COVID-19 and how all students can help protect their friends and families by being tested before returning home for Thanksgiving break

April 23, 2020 A group of Minnesota State Mankato students are doing their part to help with Governor Tim Walz's call for Homemade Mask Week to slow the spread of COVID-19. Mavs of Action Committee (MAC) is a student-run organization supported at Minnesota State University, Mankato. MAC focuses on social justice through education, advocacy, and activism with an inclusive and intersectional feminis...

May 1, 2020 Minnesota State University is raising money to help students during the COVID-19 pandemic. KMSU reporter Erik Borchert talks about the MavCares Fund which is providing much-needed financial support during these unprecedented times.

April 16, 2020 Southern Minnesota News Project reporter, Jonathan Fjeld, tells us about the #RememberMeTooMovement, started by international students who are concerned that they will be able to continue their education during the COVID-19 pandemic.

April 13, 2020 Southern Minnesota News Project reporter, Erik Borchert talks about MavPass. As students get ready for new courses in upcoming semesters, sometimes the topics are unfamiliar or rigorous. Minnesota State University, Mankato has developed a new resource to help students succeed. As distance learning becomes the new normal, MavPass has also transitioned its study sessions to host onlin...

March 20, 2020 Karen Wright talks with Minnesota State Mankato students about how the Coronavirus has impacted them and what they are doing since they can't return to campus.

March 13, 2020 Representatives of the Southern Minnesota Healthcare Coalition held a news conference to discuss the state of the coronavirus (COVID-19) in Southern Minnesota. In addition, Governor Tim Walz declared a "peacetime state of emergency" in Minnesota.

Feb. 27, 2020 Southern Minnesota News Project news anchor Sandy Maraj introduces the news: - National Diversity Case Competition reported by Jonathan Fjeld - MNSU Food Insecurity program with Campus Kitchen reported by Sandy Maraj - Cultural Competency program offered through the MNSU Diversity Institute reported by Erik Borchert