Stories

"The people at M State make you feel really welcome. The instructors are nice, and everybody is really helpful. I also really like being part of the Spartans football team. After I graduate, I plan to transfer to a four-year school, finish my business degree and keep playing football."

"I originally planned to go to Bemidji State University for psychology, but then I became a CNA and realized how much I enjoyed nursing. I started looking into M State and found out it was much more affordable for me. I have no regrets. The nursing program is going really well. I tend to get bored quickly when I’m learning, and I like that this program moves fast. We’re learning new things every week, so there’s always something new to keep me engaged."

"I’m working toward A.A. degrees in Liberal Arts and Sciences and Music. I know what it’s like to struggle and feel like you’re on your own. Now that I’ve come through that period of my life, I want to find a way to help other people. I want to make a difference. I love music, and I’d like to use it to help people cope with what they’re going through.”

"I like everybody here on the Fergus Falls campus. It’s been a good experience. Long term, I’d love to become an athletic director and coach at a college."

“I’m loving it at M State. I’m an artist and do a lot of character art and illustrations, so I really like being able to let my creative side out in the Graphic Design program. At the same time, I’m learning more of the technical and informational side of design, which will help me take those skills into the real world."

"I love it here! I’m so happy I chose this school. I really like how interactive the instructors are with their students. I don’t think you’d get that as much at a bigger college."