Research Month Events Calendar
Explore a wide variety of knowledge through events taking place that showcase research, scholarly and creative activities at Minnesota State Mankato.
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Monday, April 1, 2024
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Apr 1Optimizing Salary Cap Allocation in the NFL Speaker: Lucas Bukowski Abstract: Every season, each NFL team must decide how to allocate the funds available to them within the salary cap. The goal of this paper is to use regression techniques to model team success based on team spending, and then use those models ...
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Apr 1Please join us on Monday, April 1 to support your campus community celebrating research, scholarly, and creative work at the NEW Research Month Kick-Off Event. Kick-off Event schedule includes: 5:00 - 6:45pm: Poster Session and Book Display with appetizers – Hearth Lounge, CSU. Free parking for off-campus guests is available from 5:00pm and ...
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Apr 1The 50th annual Douglas R. Moore Faculty Research Lecture at Minnesota State University, Mankato will take place on Monday, April 1, 2024 and feature a presentation by faculty member Mriganka De. "Can We Regenerate Soil Health and Enhance Corn Productivity in the U.S. Corn Belt through Perennial Cover Crops and Poultry ...
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Apr 2Library Services invites faculty and staff to attend the 2024 Minnesota State University Authors Reception. This event will honor faculty and staff authors who have written and/or edited books with publication dates between March 2022 and March 2024.
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Apr 2Senior Show 1 Exhibiting April 1 - 12 Reception: Tuesday, April 2, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
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Apr 3Creating Community Well-Being: Shaping the Future of Healthcare Please join us on Wednesday, April 3 to support your campus community and explore the link between good health and social connections. We’ll delve into how to thrive in communities that support out physical, economic, and social well-being so we can reach our ...
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Apr 4Melissa Febos is the author of four books, including the nationally bestselling essay collection, GIRLHOOD, which was a LAMBDA Literary Award finalist, winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award in Criticism, and named a notable book of 2021 by NPR, Time, The Washington Post, and others. She is the recipient ...
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Apr 4Melissa Febos is the author of four books, including the nationally bestselling essay collection, GIRLHOOD, which was a LAMBDA Literary Award finalist, winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award in Criticism, and named a notable book of 2021 by NPR, Time, The Washington Post, and others. She is the recipient ...
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Apr 4Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Apr. 4-6 & 11-14, 2024 Made possible by Community Bank Mankato and Jones Law Office From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria ...
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Apr 4
Melissa Febos, Reading with Andreas Winner Nathan Larson: Good Thunder Reading Series
Melissa Febos is the author of four books, including the nationally bestselling essay collection, GIRLHOOD, which was a LAMBDA Literary Award finalist, winner of the National Book Critics Circle Award in Criticism, and named a notable book of 2021 by NPR, Time, The Washington Post, and others. She is the recipient ... -
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Minnesota State Mankato College of Business Faculty Research Day 2024
Minnesota State University, Mankato's College of Business faculty research award recipients will disucuss their research during the annual College of Business Faculty Research Day on Friday, April 5 from 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. in the Johnson Alumni room, CSU. Program: 8:30 am – 9 am: Light breakfast and networking. 9 am – ... -
Apr 5Last August, Professor Emeritus William E. Lass passed away. To celebrate his life and commitment to the history of Minnesota, the History Program, University Archives & the Southern Minnesota Historical Center, and Library Services at Minnesota State Mankato are hosting the William E. Lass Minnesota History Symposium on Friday, April ...
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Apr 5Predicting Heart Disease Based on Patient Characteristics Speaker: Lizzy Eccles Abstract: Heart disease is a major concern worldwide. Everyone must know the importance of early detection and intervention when it comes to this life-threatening disease. In this research paper, multiple unsu- pervised and supervised learning techniques are employed to predict the likelihood of ...
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Apr 5Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Apr. 4-6 & 11-14, 2024 Made possible by Community Bank Mankato and Jones Law Office From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria ...
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Apr 6Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Apr. 4-6 & 11-14, 2024 Made possible by Community Bank Mankato and Jones Law Office From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria ...
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Apr 6
Performance Series: The Lost Walleye Orchestra with Stacy K Band
The Lost Walleye Orchestra plays a mix of good-time, Americana, folk, and original music. The lineup of well-seasoned players has been playing together since 1986. The members have over 150 years of combined professional performing experience. Independent Minnesota based singer-songwriter Stacy K performs adventurous roots rock that puts everything on the ... -
Apr 8Available: April 8 - April 12
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Apr 8PanLingua is an undergraduate student conference that celebrates and showcases languages and cultures. Students will present their research, posters or creative work in the target language in any of the following disciplines: Literature History Linguistics Translation Archaeology/Anthropology Visual & Performing Arts Cultural & Ethnic Studies Travel Abroad Andreas Guest Speaker: Dr. Viorica Marian The Power of Language: Consequences of Bilingualism ...
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Apr 9Graduating Honors students present their final portfolios outlining their experiences in leadership, research, scholarly and creative activity, and intercultural engagement. 4:00-4:45pmNaomi KinneyBiologyMH 215
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Apr 10Celebrate both Earth Month and Research Month by visiting with environmental professionals, professors, and students. Whether you are looking for work/internship opportunities or want to know more about a specific program on campus, stop by each day to connect with our on and off-campus networks. This event is open to current ...
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Apr 10Graduating Honors students present their final portfolios outlining their experiences in leadership, research, scholarly and creative activity, and intercultural engagement. 1:00-1:45 Maddie Tilotta Nursing https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/96128383210 Passcode: Honors
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Apr 11About The Conference The Southern Minnesota Conference on Psychology is an annual conference hosted by the Department of Psychology at Minnesota State University, Mankato. The goal of the conference is to promote psychology and highlight student research from a variety of disciplines within the field of psychology. The conference is intended ...
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Apr 11Graduating Honors students present their final portfolios outlining their experiences in leadership, research, scholarly and creative activity, and intercultural engagement. 10:00-10:45 Sachita Pokhrel Sociology https://minnstate.zoom.us/j/94871241763 Passcode: Honors 11:00-11:45 Carter Logan History MH 215
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Apr 11Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Apr. 4-6 & 11-14, 2024 Made possible by Community Bank Mankato and Jones Law Office From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria ...
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Apr 12Graduating Honors students present their final portfolios outlining their experiences in leadership, research, scholarly and creative activity, and intercultural engagement. 3:00-3:45 Alysha Kruger Applied Health Sciences MH 215
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Apr 12Join us for a fun multi-phase evening as we explore Indigenous astronomy at the Jeffers Petroglyphs. Schedule Includes: 5 - 7 pm: Bell Museum will offer astronomy-based activities and Jeffers Petroglyphs will offer professional guided tours of Native American rock carvings that relate to astronomy. 7 pm: Culture Bearer Steve Tamayo will give a ...
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Apr 12Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Apr. 4-6 & 11-14, 2024 Made possible by Community Bank Mankato and Jones Law Office From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria ...
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Apr 13Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Apr. 4-6 & 11-14, 2024 Made possible by Community Bank Mankato and Jones Law Office From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria ...
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Apr 13Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Apr. 4-6 & 11-14, 2024 Made possible by Community Bank Mankato and Jones Law Office From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria ...
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Apr 14Book by Terrence McNally, Music by Stephen Flaherty, Lyrics by Lynn Ahrens Apr. 4-6 & 11-14, 2024 Made possible by Community Bank Mankato and Jones Law Office From Tony winners Terrence McNally, Stephen Flaherty and Lynn Ahrens, this dazzling show transports its audience from the twilight of the Russian Empire to the euphoria ...
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Apr 15Attend a screening of the Emmy award-winning film Green Fire: Aldo Leopold and a Land Ethic for Our Time at Minnesota State University, Mankato as part of the Earth Month Celebration. A film discussion led by Matthew Kaproth, MSU Biology Professor, and Jim Vonderharr and Henry Panowitsch from the Prairie Enthusiasts will follow ...
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Apr 16Graduating Honors students present their final portfolios outlining their experiences in leadership, research, scholarly and creative activity, and intercultural engagement. 11:00-11:45 Grace Larsen Political Science MH 206B
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Apr 16The Chamber Singers and the University Gospel Group will perform in concert on Tuesday, April 16 at 7:30 p.m. in the Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center for Performing Arts, 320 Maywood Ave. The Chamber Singers, under the direction of Dr. Elisabeth Cherland, will perform a musical set ...
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Apr 17
Striving for Change: Biodiversity, Regeneration & Rethinking Agriculture
Join a conversation with MSU Alum and sixth generation Southern Minnesota farmer, Scott Haase. He is co-manager of Haase Family Farms, and owns and operates Blue Dirt Farm where his focus is on direct sales of meat products from animals raised on pasture and woodlands, integrated with regenerative agricultural practices. ... -
Apr 17By Bruce JonesApr. 17-20, 2024 Is it a play about two actors starring in a spy series? Or a play about two spies infiltrating a crime family? Or a play about two overanxious criminals role-playing as actors? Turns out it’s all three, as reality shifts frequently in this hilarious, fast-moving comedy. ...
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Apr 18All students, faculty, and staff are invited to attend the 26th annual Undergraduate Research Symposium at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Projects involving all disciplines and all forms of research, scholarly, and creative activity are encouraged to participate. There will also be an asynchronous option available for those unable to attend the in-person ...
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Apr 18Available: April 18 - May 2 Reception: Thursday, April 18Time: 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. Symposium: April 18, 2024
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Apr 18Senior Show 2 Exhibiting April 18 - May 2 Reception: Thursday, April 18, 7 p.m. - 9 p.m.
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Apr 18By Bruce JonesApr. 17-20, 2024 Is it a play about two actors starring in a spy series? Or a play about two spies infiltrating a crime family? Or a play about two overanxious criminals role-playing as actors? Turns out it’s all three, as reality shifts frequently in this hilarious, fast-moving comedy. ...
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Apr 19Graduating Honors students present their final portfolios outlining their experiences in leadership, research, scholarly and creative activity, and intercultural engagement. 10:00-10:45 Brooke Andel Biomedical Sciences MH 206B
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Apr 19By Bruce JonesApr. 17-20, 2024 Is it a play about two actors starring in a spy series? Or a play about two spies infiltrating a crime family? Or a play about two overanxious criminals role-playing as actors? Turns out it’s all three, as reality shifts frequently in this hilarious, fast-moving comedy. ...
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Apr 19Andy Martin’s technique and virtuosity has established him as an in-demand musician on the Los Angeles music scene. He has appeared at many colleges and universities throughout the country as a guest artist and clinician. A world-class jazz musician, Martin is featured as leader or co-leader on twelve albums. These ...
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Apr 20
Performance Series: Erik Koskinen Band with Luke Leblanc Band
Real-phonic Records artist Erik Koskinen is an American singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, whose music is not categorized by sub-genres. Stylistically he is on his own. Influenced by roots music of the Americas and the world, the rhythmic integrity and musical tone are as important as the lyrical content and the artistic ... -
Apr 20By Bruce JonesApr. 17-20, 2024 Is it a play about two actors starring in a spy series? Or a play about two spies infiltrating a crime family? Or a play about two overanxious criminals role-playing as actors? Turns out it’s all three, as reality shifts frequently in this hilarious, fast-moving comedy. ...
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Apr 21The University Contemporary Vocal groups will perform on Sunday, April 21 at 3:00 p.m. in the Elias J. Halling Recital Hall of the Earley Center for Performing Arts, 320 Maywood Ave. The Maverick Fusion and Vocal Precision a cappella vocal groups are co-directed by Douglas Snapp and Stephanie Thorpe. The Maverick ...
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Apr 23Graduating Honors students present their final portfolios outlining their experiences in leadership, research, scholarly and creative activity, and intercultural engagement. 10:00-10:45 Ainslee Hemmen Biochemistry MH 215 11:00-11:45 Marielle Calanza Zoology MH 206B 1:00-1:45 Aidan Forberg Biomedical Sciences MH 215
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Apr 24Join the Department of Physics and Astronomy at the Astronomy Open House. Visitors have a chance to view a variety of objects - planets, stars, and galaxies - and hear from astronomy faculty about the latest discoveries and insights astronomers and astrophysicists have learned about the universe in which we ...
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Apr 25Graduating Honors students present their final portfolios outlining their experiences in leadership, research, scholarly and creative activity, and intercultural engagement. 1:00-1:45 Kendall Solomon Biotechnology MH 215
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Apr 25Peter Singer's ground-breaking book, Animal Liberation, was first published in 1975. In this talk, Singer will summarize the key ideas, including the ethics on which the book is based, and ask what progress we have made, if any, since then. There will be ample time for questions and discussion. Join on Zoom (regisration required) ...
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Apr 25Closing the season with a grand finale, this spectacular collaboration between the dance, theater, and music programs will be an epic production of Carl Orff’s iconic choral masterpiece. Combining powerful music, captivating choreography, and stunning visuals, this production will venture through 24 movements of medieval poetry and highlight the work ...
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Apr 26The Biological Sciences Department invites you to attend the 2024 Biological Sciences Research Symposium showcasing the research and other works of Biological Sciences students at Minnesota State University, Mankato. Schedule Includes: 2:00-4:00pm: Poster Session Located in second floor Trafton South Hallways 4:00-5:30pm: Reception and Awards Ceremony Located in Ford Hall Atrium
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Apr 26Closing the season with a grand finale, this spectacular collaboration between the dance, theater, and music programs will be an epic production of Carl Orff’s iconic choral masterpiece. Combining powerful music, captivating choreography, and stunning visuals, this production will venture through 24 movements of medieval poetry and highlight the work ...
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Apr 27Each year, Minnesota State University, Mankato hosts the regional science and engineering fair. You can get involved by viewing the displays during the Open House from 12pm-2pm, or by volunteering to help out or judge. Interested volunteers can fill out a form HERE. Learn more at https://cset.mnsu.edu/regional-science-fair/. This public event is being shared with ...
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Apr 27Closing the season with a grand finale, this spectacular collaboration between the dance, theater, and music programs will be an epic production of Carl Orff’s iconic choral masterpiece. Combining powerful music, captivating choreography, and stunning visuals, this production will venture through 24 movements of medieval poetry and highlight the work ...
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Apr 30
Your Brain on Food: The Relationship Between Nutrition and Mental Health
Join the Center for Rural Behavioral Health and Dr. Shelly Brandenburger to gain insight into the current depth and breadth of literature base regarding depression and nutrition. Mechanist considerations, research cofounders, trials, and clinical considerations will be reviewed. Cost: $20($15 early bird price if registered by 4.1.24) 1.5 CEU hours approved by the ...
