The SMSU Podcast

Southwest Minnesota State University
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The official podcast of Southwest Minnesota State University. A curated catalog of academics, athletics and alumni.

  1. May 12

    Campus Update Ep. 128 | SMSU Academic Year in review with Marcy Olson Sr. Director of Communication & Marketing

    This week, Josh and Marcy go through highlights from past year’s guests and some of the exciting things SMSU does throughout the year!

    30 min

  2. May 5

    Campus Update Ep. 127 | Graduate Studies and Education Learning Community with Cori Ann Dahlager Director of the School of Graduate Studies and Dr. Tanya Yerigan Professor of Education

    This week, we talk about the Graduate studies programs here at SMSU, and more specifically, the Education Learning Communities that provide a unique experience for educators looking to further their careers! The program is designed where students meet once a month for a weekend in a cohort, the program takes two years to complete and you learn in your area with educators from your area! For more information, go to https://www.smsu.edu/graduatestudies/programs/mseducation/learningcommunityinfo/index.html

    21 min

  3. May 5

    Campus Update Ep. 126 | Summer Classes through SMSU with Michael Van Keulen Associate Director of Student Success

    This week, we have Michael Van Keulen, Associate Director of Student Success, to talk about getting ahead through SMSU! Michael touches on how SMSU encourages the 15-credit-per-semester model so that undergraduate students graduate within the 4-year window while not feeling overworked with a heavy class schedule! The other way SMSU helps students get ahead or catch up is through our summer courses, which are almost completely online! If you are interested, check out our summer courses at www.smsu.edu/go/summer and work with the SMSU Admissions team to get enrolled and get ahead this summer!

    16 min

  4. Apr 21

    Campus Update Ep. 125 | Schubert Festival with Dr. Daniel Rieppel Professor of Music

    This week returning guest Dr. Daniel Rieppel joins us to highlight the Schubert Festival performance that runs from April 23rd-26th with Thursday’s performance taking place at the Campus Religious Center at 7:30 pm, Fridays performance also taking place at the CRC starting at 6:30 pm, Saturday’s performance is a round table discussion running from 2-4 pm at the CRC and Sunday the Festival wraps up with Grand Finale Festival Concert in the Holy Redeemer Catholic Church at 4:00 pm with Tickets costing: Adult: $12; Students: $5; Families of 3 or more: $25. The performances Thursday-Saturday are free and open to the public! Dr. Rieppel goes through the thought process behind his selection of the pieces and what they mean personally, and their historical impact! Don’t miss out on these phenomenal performances along with all the other events happening during the fine arts celebration this month!

    31 min

  5. Apr 14

    Campus Update Ep. 124 | M4L Day and STEM Symposium with Assistant Director of Development Kim Gunther and Professor of Mathematics Dr. Heather Moreland

    This week, we have so many things going on that we have a double guest feature! Kim Gunther, Assistant Director of Development, joins to talk about M4L, which is on April 16th, 2026, starting at Midnight and running the full 24-hour period on Thursday! Make sure to donate at www.M4Lday.com Our second guest this week is Dr. Heather Moreland, Professor of Mathematics, talking about the 2nd annual STEM Symposium. The day will feature keynote speaker: Dr. Dequina Angelina Nicholas. The Symposium will take place on April 22nd, 2026, in the Upper Conference Center, starting at 6 pm, and is free and open to the public!

    20 min

  6. Apr 7

    Campus Update Ep. 123 | Entertainment and Theatre Arts Spring Main Stage production of “Tartuffe” with Professor of Theatre Nadine Purvis Schmidt and Sophomore Peder Early

    This week, we dive into the world of theatre with the Professor of Theatre and director of SMSU’s spring mainstage production, Tartuffe—joined by Peder, a lead actor in the show and an Entertainment and Theatre Arts major. Together, they share how Tartuffe was selected for the season, what it’s like bringing a classic comedy to life, and what students can expect from the Entertainment and Theatre Arts program at SMSU. 🗓 Showtimes: • April 15–17 at 7:30 PM • April 19 at 2:30 PM 📍 Location: SMSU Fine Arts Building – Main Stage 🎟 Learn more about the cast, crew, and production here: ⬇️ https://www.smsu.edu/today/articles/2026/03-31-2026_tartuffe-spring-theatre-production.html Come laugh, learn, and experience the magic of live theatre!

    18 min

  7. Mar 31

    Campus Update Ep. 122 | Sexual Assault Awareness Month with Justice Administration Professor Amanda Sieling and Author Danielle Leukam

    Southwest Minnesota State University will welcome author and survivor advocate Danielle Leukam to campus on Tuesday, March 31, at 7 p.m. in Bellows Academic 102 for a public presentation titled “Take Back Your Power: My Experience, My Message.” Leukam is a nationally recognized speaker, author, and advocate whose work centers on healing, resilience, and empowerment for survivors of trauma. Drawing from lived experience, Leukam shares a powerful message about reclaiming personal strength and creating change through honesty, courage, and connection. The event is sponsored by the SMSU Social Science Department and is free and open to the public.

    15 min

  8. Mar 24

    Campus Update Ep. 121 | Mustang Market with Coordinator of the Mustang Market Joyce Robinson

    The Mustang Market Coordinator, Joyce Robinson, discusses how the Mustang Market came to be on campus and the purpose it serves. Mustang Market is SMSU’s permanent food and resource pantry, located in Bellows Academic 154. The market is open on Thursdays from noon to 7 pm. All food and supplies are free to our on- and off-campus community for those seeking the resources we offer.

    23 min
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The official podcast of Southwest Minnesota State University. A curated catalog of academics, athletics and alumni.

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  • Creator
    Southwest Minnesota State University
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    100
  • Rating
    Clean
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