In This Issue:

Former Metropolitan State professor turned state senator speaks out on the issues

In the months leading up to what promises to be an electric political year nationally, Sen. Ellen Anderson has some of her own home-grown concerns. And she’s certainly not afraid to voice them.The former Metropolitan State University "Women and Law" professor turned state senator has lived in Minnesota for the past 30 years. Anderson graduation from the University of Minnesota Law School cum laude in 1986 and, after years of serving in the legal system, was first elected to the Minnesota Senate as a Democrat representing District 66, encompassing north and some of east St. Paul and Falcon Heights, in 1992. She was re-elected to the Senate in 1996, 2000 and 2002...

'Dragon Fest' boat race showcases Asian culture

Splashes and drums could be heard along the shores of Lake Phalen as the boat race began at the 11th Annual Dragon Festival on Sunday. An estimated 9,000 – 10,000 visitors and the city of St. Paul experienced Asian culture last weekend. Representatives from the University’s China Center also attended the festival, welcoming 37 faculty members from China University of Mining and Technology to Minnesota...

New associate vice president appointed

Dawn Syverson of Oakdale was recently appointed associate vice president for information, telecommunications and technology for Metropolitan State University. In this position, Syverson serves as chief information officer (CIO) and provides technology vision and strategic leadership for Metropolitan State. She is responsible for policy formation and executive management of the information technology unit...

Metro State makes its mark through a little computer detective work

Five years ago, about the same time that the iPod was taking flight, Metropolitan State University Prof. Jigang Liu was trying to find a better way to teach the school how to get information from digital devices. Metropolitan State already offered programs in computer science and computer technology and security. But those degrees were based on programming. What about a degree that dealt with computer systems? Liu thought...

New financial aid associate director appointed

Lucy Ross of Maplewood has been appointed financial aid associate director for Metropolitan State University by President Wilson G. Bradshaw, effective June 11. Ross will assist in planning, organizing and implementing a comprehensive student financial aid assistance program. The current program serves approximately 4,000 students and disburses more than $25 million annually...

Darcel Hill named Power of YOU advisor

Darcel M. Hill of St. Paul was named the College of Arts and Sciences advisor for the Power of YOU students at Metropolitan State University. This is a two-year, fixed-term appointment through June 2009. She works closely with faculty and staff to welcome the Power of YOU students and to help them be successful at the university. Power of YOU is a program that makes the first two years of college available tuition free for residents from public, charter or alternative high schools in Minneapolis or St. Paul...

Know the "ABCs" about Hepatitis A, B and C

Dining out is one of America’s favorite social activities. Appetizing food, cocktails and stimulating conversation enhances the restaurant experience. Being catered to is a luxury enjoyed by many people, no matter what the cost. Yet this popular indulgence poses a serious health risk. A satisfied palate may not be the only residual. Feasting on meals prepared in restaurants by contaminated hands could expose you to Hepatitis A...

Presidential candidate answers questions online

Rather than waiting for air time during presidential debates, candidate Bill Richardson decided to offer a direct question feature on his Web site. "Every time we have a major media outlet debate, two or three of the candidates get most of the questions and most of the time while every other candidate is left with a fraction of the time, and a fraction of the questions," he said. "I think there is a better way. Rather than trying to make the old media change their ways, I’m going to go straight to the source..."

Metropolitan State appoints nursing faculty

M. Patricia “Pat” Donohue, Golden Valley, was appointed professor, College of Nursing and Health Sciences, Metropolitan State University, by President Wilson G. Bradshaw. This fixed-term appointment was effective July 1. Donahue will serve as interim director of baccalaureate programs. She will provide leadership for the Metro Alliance baccalaureate nursing programs. In consultation with the alliance’s two-year nursing programs directors, she will work in concert with and provide leadership to the faculty to determine, integrate and implement curriculum for the programs...

Walk the LibertyWalk

Have you considered getting in shape this summer? Perhaps your school schedule isn’t quite as stringent, or you find that your children are antsy and need exercise? Put the time to great use and do something like walking. You could prepare for a marathon for a good cause like “LibertyWalk 2008,” which will take place next spring...

University receives $1 million Upward Bound grant

The U.S. Department of Education has notified Metropolitan State that it is the recipient of a four-year $1 million Upward Bound grant. Upward Bound, a federal TRIO program, will serve 50 low-income and first-generation students in St. Paul schools. These students will receive tutoring and other support and will take part in cultural and social activities. Students’ abilities in core content areas will be strengthened, enhancing their readiness for the Minnesota Comprehensive Assessments and the ACT test...

Movie - Kickoff 2007

University Activities Board presents Summer Movie-Kickoff at Metropolitan State University. The following movies will play throughout the summer at Founders Hall Auditorium:...

The World In Film - SiCKO: Healthcare denied for profit

Universal healthcare — its one of the hottest issues debated by nearly all 2008 presidential candidates. Nearly 50 million Americans do not have healthcare coverage. And of the nearly 250 million Americans that do have healthcare insurance, thousands will have their prescribed procedures and medicines denied by HMOs as experimental, not medically necessary, due to a preexisting condition or because their condition is not considered life threatening. Plainly put by Director Michael Moore, the United States healthcare system is SiCKO...

Sporting the Twin Cities - 'The Boys of (the second half of) Summer'

Speculation, speculation, speculation… Rumors are always flying in the world of sports; it’s just that sometimes the mill becomes more active than others. From trades to casual performance-enhancing drug use, the talking heads are busy talking. Whether it’s Kevin Garnett or Barry Bonds or (gulp) Torii Hunter, conjecture abounds...