Halloween Costume Yay and Nays

Halloween is my favorite holiday. I love haunted houses, pumpkin season, classic movies, fascinating home and office decor, all-black clothing, glitter, horror movies while aggressively eating junk food, and creative costumes that reference pop culture. I also know that, for me and others, Halloween can also be a frustrating holiday where ignorance, good intentions, or...

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Turning a Yellow Light Green

The Board of Trustees is the executive authority on all matters in the Minnesota State system. We have the opportunity to testify during every Board of Trustees meeting. This year, instead of testifying exclusively, as State Chair, I have chosen to put a different student on the spotlight to share their story regarding university affordability every month. The Board of Trustees is composed of outstanding individuals in the Minnesota community including three student trustees...

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Our Statement on Student Immigration Status

During our September board meeting the board of directors had a great discussion regarding the DACA executive order. It was our prerogative that given the national conversation surrounding immigration, DACA, and DREAMers, that we must take a stance as an organization regarding the protection of our fellow students of various...

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