Awards & Achievements
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Bookkeeper turns entrepreneurial leap into community impact
Entrepreneur and Moorhead alumna Maddie Craig empowers nonprofits and small businesses through bookkeeping, blending financial expertise with community-driven values.
Science teacher makes waves through kindness, respect, and determination
Jake Pundsack is being recognized for his contributions as one of our 10 Under 10 alumni.
Digital content creator makes community impact in Fargo-Moorhead-West Fargo
Broadcast journalism grad Sara Hand, a recipient of Minnesota State Moorhead's 10 Under 10 Award, makes community impact through digital storytelling.
MSUM alum's research is making roads safer
Sheila "Charlie" Klauer is a nationally recognized transportation safety researcher and recipient of the MSUM Foundation's 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award.
Fish behaviorist recognized for contributions to science programs at MSUM
Bioscience professor Brian Wisenden is being recognized with the Outstanding Service Award.
The ad and PR world is within reach for MSUM students
Emily Stengrim, senior creative producer at Nike, has been recognized as an Outstanding Young Alum for her nationally-known impacts in marketing.
Poli Sci graduate receives award for using compelling stories to spark sweeping change
Carter Headrick ’93 has spent his career sharing stories to influence the decisions of U.S. leaders, earning him the MSUM Foundation’s Dragon Impact Award.
Building a Legacy of Leadership
MSUM honors Tony Grindberg with the Distinguished Alumni Award for his leadership in economic development and public service. His work shaping Fargo-Moorhead’s growth and creating opportunities has left a lasting impact.
Moorhead mayor honored with Dragon Impact Award
Carlson has left her impact in the community through her work advocating for victims of abuse.
A lifetime of international relations, starting at MSUM
Dan Conrad has been awarded the Distinguished Alumni Award, celebrating his storied career in law, international relations, and as the current CEO of BCBSND.
Education alum inspires change through simple moments
Education alum and Dragon Impact award winner Curtis Slater has made an impact through big and small moments. From greeting someone with a smile to creating his company TILL360, he has made a difference in education.
Mapping Voices: a life of storytelling
MSUM Distinguished Alumni Award recipient Keri Pickett has built a groundbreaking career in photography and filmmaking, mapping untold stories and preserving history through powerful visual storytelling.