University of Minnesota Morris
LightNews LightNews
banner
umnmorris.bsky.social
University of Minnesota Morris
@umnmorris.bsky.social
130 followers 31 following 120 posts
The University of Minnesota Morris offers a rigorous liberal arts education that prepares career-ready graduates to be global citizens with critical communication, critical thinking and creative problem solving skills.
Posts Replies Media Videos
umnmorris.bsky.social
Apply for FREE to the University of Minnesota Morris by December 15 (use code Morris26).
It only takes a few minutes, and you’ll get priority scholarship and housing consideration, not to mention the chance to join a campus community that feels like home. morris.umn.edu/apply
#UMNMorrisApply.
Promotional image featuring an individual in glasses and a green jacket, with solar panels in the background. Text overlay reads 'MORE IS Finding Your Purpose.' Group of people with a telescope at sunset near a wind turbine, with text overlay "More is Finding Your People." Student wearing a maroon University of Minnesota sweatshirt and backpack, smiling outdoors with text overlay 'MORE IS FINDING YOUR DRIVE.' Person in a Minnesota sweater smiling, with text overlay reading "MORE IS Finding Your Place" against a blurred sunset background.
December 11, 2025 at 9:29 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Apply for FREE to the University of Minnesota Morris with code Morris26 by December 15 for priority scholarship consideration.
Once you submit, you’ll be one step closer to exploring all you’re meant to be and more.
More is Morris.
morris.umn.edu/admissions/apply
Aerial view of the University of Minnesota Morris campus during sunrise with the slogan "More is Morris" overlaid in bold text.
December 8, 2025 at 5:50 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
A job interview is stressful enough without worrying about what to wear. And buying professional clothing may be outside of a college student's budget. The Cougar Closet, located in the ACE office on the lower level of the Student Center, can help.
z.umn.edu/CougarCloset

#UMNMorrisProud
December 4, 2025 at 9:10 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Need a little paws-itivity during finals week?
Archie is ready to get all the pets on Tuesday, Dec. 9 and Thursday, Dec. 11 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the Student Center. 🐕
Poster featuring a dog surrounded by fallen leaves with text announcing "The Dogtor is In" for Archie's office hours at the Student Center, Public Safety logo displayed at the bottom.
December 2, 2025 at 5:40 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Throughout National Native American Heritage Month, the UMN Morris community honored and celebrated the immense knowledges, diverse cultures, and contributions of our Indigenous students, faculty, and staff.
z.umn.edu/NativeAmericanHeritageMonth
Two individuals performing at a cultural event, one holding a microphone and the other a traditional drum, with an audience in the background. Two individuals examining an object closely in a classroom setting. One person wears a red and green beanie, while the other wears glasses. Two people dancing in a community hall with onlookers in the background. Four individuals are playing a drum and another person is sitting nearby. All are singing.
November 29, 2025 at 7:52 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
There are so many things to be grateful for this Thanksgiving: our students, employees, alumni, neighbors, friends, and family members.
Cheers to a holiday of gratitude and happiness.
Happy Thanksgiving!
Graphic image featuring a stylized turkey composed of colorful shapes, with the text 'Happy Thanksgiving!' and 'Love, Pounce' written in a casual font.
November 27, 2025 at 1:31 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
We're ❄️snow❄️ excited!
#snow
Snow falls on a street at the University of Minnesota Morris, featuring a banner with the university logo and a view of a historic building in the background.
November 25, 2025 at 9:07 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
The UMN Morris Competitive Ethics team captured 4th place in the annual Midwest regional Ethics Bowl held Nov. 15 at Northeastern Illinois University in Chicago.

Team members are Muthu Meenakshisundaram, Ewan McKenzie, Josh Turpin, and Jayson Weber.

https://z.umn.edu/CompetitiveEthics25
Four individuals posing with smiles in front of a brick wall.
November 25, 2025 at 7:55 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
The alumni relations office is now seeking nominations for the 2026 Distinguished Alumni Award.

The UMMAA awards alumni who have distinguished themselves in their personal or professional life.
Details are at z.umn.edu/UMMDistinguishedAlumni

#UMNMorrisProud
Two individuals smiling at the camera at the University of Minnesota Morris, standing in front of a yellow banner promoting the nomination for Distinguished Alumni 2026. Details include deadlines and a URL for more information.
November 23, 2025 at 11:41 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Did you see Pounce 🫧Bublé🫧 in the Parade of Lights in Morris?
What a great night for a parade!🫧
#Pounce
#UMNMorrisProud
A large, illuminated Cougar mascot adorned with bubbles stands atop a vehicle during a night parade, in front of a brightly lit store with a sign reading "FURNITURE."
November 21, 2025 at 1:07 AM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Today is Give to the Max Day-Minnesota’s day of giving
Your generosity, combined with others’ on this special giving day, will help ensure that students like Grace not only complete their college journey, but get to explore all they are meant to be and more.🔍
z.umn.edu/UMMSSS🔗
#GTMD2025

November 20, 2025 at 2:02 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
More is ... learning by doing, something Madison Grimsbo ’21 took full advantage of at UMN Morris. Read more about the critical thinking and problem solving skills Grimsbo learned at UMN Morris and how they prepared her to serve. z.umn.edu/GrimbsoMarineCorps
#MoreIsMorris #LiberalArts
Three members of the Marine Corps Field Band in dress uniforms standing outside.
November 12, 2025 at 3:55 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Celebrating National First-Generation College Celebration Day Nov 8 by highlighting the superpowers of our amazing first-gen students & staff! From perseverance to positivity, they bring incredible strength and perspective to UMN Morris!
#FirstGenProud #UMNFirstGen #FirstTogether #UMNMorrisProud
November 7, 2025 at 9:11 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Exciting news! Earlier this fall, UMN Morris welcomed visitors from our new partner institution, Baitursynuly University, in Kostanay, Kazakhstan. In turn, UMN Morris Associate Professor Peter Dolan spent a month at BU on a visiting professor fellowship. More is ... global opportunities.
Six people and a cardboard mascot standing in front of a sign for the University of Minnesota Morris. A man standing under the flag of Kazakhstan A man in an archery range shooting an arrow.
November 6, 2025 at 4:24 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Discover Morris Day at the University of Minnesota Morris is Friday, November 14. This is the perfect time for prospective students and families to get your questions answered, explore the campus, and even sit in on a class!

To register, visit z.umn.edu/Nov2025VisitDay
Two individuals wearing safety goggles are engaged in a scientific experiment. Text on the image reads "Discover Morris Campus Visit - November 14."
October 31, 2025 at 6:55 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
The Terminator is back … and this time, she’s singing! Don't miss the Midwest premiere of "Terminator: The Musical" opening Oct. 30 in the George C. Fosgate Black Box Theatre. Details here: morris.umn.edu/news-events/...
Colorful image of a Terminator skull with glowing red eyes, accompanied by two robotic arms, set against a gradient background of red, green, and blue.
October 29, 2025 at 8:44 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Once again, The Princeton Review has included the University of Minnesota Morris in the latest edition of its Guide to Green Colleges, 2026 edition. UMN Morris earned a Green Rating score of 93/99.

morris.umn.edu/news-events/...

#Sustainability #GreenCollege #HigherEd
Five people engaged in conversation in front of solar panels on a sunny day with a cloudy sky.
October 28, 2025 at 4:09 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
We’re proud to introduce a new marketing campaign, “More is Morris,” highlighting why students choose UMN Morris. Based on in-depth research, the brand refresh emphasizes the magic and sense of place that makes Morris so unique.
z.umn.edu/MoreIsMorris

#UMNMorris #UMNMorrisProud #UMNProud
October 27, 2025 at 7:27 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Congratulations to Spanish Teaching Specialist Windy González Roberts on receiving the 2025 Award of Merit from the @North Central Council of Latin Americanists for her student and community-related work.
z.umn.edu/RobertsAwardofMerit
#UMNMorrisProud
Three individuals pose for a photo at an event. The person in the center is holding a certificate. All are smiling and dressed in business casual attire.
October 15, 2025 at 3:46 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Congratulations to Troy Goodnough and Clement Loo on receiving the James Farrell (Re)Cognition awards from the Upper Midwest Association for Campus Sustainability (UMACS).
z.umn.edu/UMACSawards2025
#UMNMorrisProud #Sustainability
Two smiling individuals posing for a selfie indoors. The person on the left is wearing a pink shirt and glasses, and the person on the right is dressed in a yellow plaid shirt.
October 9, 2025 at 8:09 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
UMN Morris alumni are A-MAZING! During Homecoming Cougar Athletics held the Hall of Fame Induction ceremony for Dave Engelhardt, Mark Fohl, Rich Glas, Emily Mehr, Brendon Foss, and Kaylie Clark. Also, Karen Kraemer received the Distinguished Alumni Award.
#RollCougs #UMNMorrisProud
Group of six individuals holding awards, standing in front of a University of Minnesota Morris banner. Two women smiling and standing in front of a University of Minnesota Morris banner.
October 9, 2025 at 7:28 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
When it's Homecoming at UMN Morris, alumni will find a way to celebrate, connect and show that Cougar Pride!🐾 🐾
Thanks to those who participated in the "Cougars in Chicago" Alumni Gathering and helped cheer the Cougar football team to victory!!
〽️〽️
Group of six individuals posing with smiles in a colorful bar setting, featuring neon signs and beverage brands in the background. Three people smiling in a sports bar Group of people smiling at a social gathering, standing and sitting in two rows, holding "Morris" signs, inside a room with a festive decor and arcade games in the background. A group of people smiling and posing at a social gathering, some holding drinks, in a room decorated with neon signs and rustic wood paneling, notably featuring a 'Minnesota Morris' jersey
October 8, 2025 at 3:35 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Applying to University of Minnesota Morris just got easier! No application fee all month long in October-no promo code needed! It’s a great time to take the next step to becoming a Cougar!🐾
Three students wearing University of Minnesota Morris apparel walk through campus under a banner that reads "Apply Free in October!"
October 1, 2025 at 7:00 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
Congratulations to UMN Morris alumnus Ben Winchester '95, who was recently honored with a Distinguished Extension Educator award at the 2025 All-Extension Annual Conference, held in Duluth. 🏆 👏🏼
z.umn.edu/WinchesterExtensionAward
#UMNMorrisProud
Image of a person standing at a podium smiling, speaking at the UMN Morris All-Extension Annual Conference, with a banner reading 'CONGRATULATIONS UMN Morris Alumni'. Text below states Ben Winchester received the Distinguished Extension Educator award in 2025.
September 25, 2025 at 7:32 PM
umnmorris.bsky.social
We are #UMNMorrisProud to climb into the #6 spot in the U.S. News & World Report rankings of Top Public Schools in the National Liberal Arts Colleges category.

z.umn.edu/USNewsRanking2025

#highered #liberalarts
Image displaying the U.S. News and World Report Rankings 2026, where Morris is ranked as the number 6 Public Liberal College.
September 25, 2025 at 2:20 PM