A Bold Vision for the Future

Dear Alumni and Friends,

I spent the first two years of my presidency getting to know the people, programs, and greatness of Minnesota State Moorhead. As I begin my third year, I am proud of what we have accomplished. We have done great things! We focused on initiatives and efforts to elevate our regional presence and build on this great university’s historic strength.

We are experiencing a surge of forward-thinking energy that is palpable across campus and throughout our extended Dragon community. Our momentum is resolute and purposeful; it’s not just about enrollment growth and regional outreach. It’s about direction, energy, and confidence. These attributes are the driving force elevating our university as a national leader and innovator in higher education.

The result is an unwavering commitment to academic excellence, bold decisions to engage intentionally with community partners, and strategic investments by those who believe in our great work at Moorhead.

We are thriving with unprecedented advancement that will define our next chapter. Our five-year vision is taking shape to reinforce our place as the university and partner of choice for the region.

• Elevating academic relevance with innovation by championing bold interdisciplinary ideas, advancing academic distinction, and aligning academic programs with emerging workforce needs.

• Supporting every unique student journey to empower personal and professional growth through high-impact experiences that shape confident leaders and doers.

• Building stronger communities through our 70,000+ living Dragon alumni network and forging mutually beneficial partnerships that strengthen the region’s economy, schools, and quality of life.

• Revitalizing inspired campus spaces where everyone can gather, dream, and build — together.

This is our time to shine. The next five years will shape the next fifty.

Whether you’re a proud alum, a first-time donor, or a community champion — there is a place for you in our shared vision. Your engagement matters. Your belief in Moorhead helps us dream bigger, reach higher, and go further.

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We are Dragons on the rise! 

Dr. Tim Downs
12th President, Minnesota State Moorhead