Should we at Metropolitan State be concerned about Minnesota State University, Mankato establishing that classroom space in Edina?
I do not believe that you should be concerned. Consider that Metropolitan State had nearly a six percent enrollment growth this fall the largest percentage increase of any of the seven state universities. Enrollment among underrepresented students also grew nearly eight percent at Metropolitan State. Those are substantial gains. Under the dynamic leadership of President Hammersmith, I believe the University is poised to become an even more significant institution for the Twin Cities area. At the same time, we will need at least some other state universities to offer baccalaureate and advanced degree programs in the Twin Cities. The first strategic direction of the Board of Trustees is increasing access to higher education. Almost nobody is clamoring for collegiate athletics at Metropolitan State, but three other MnSCU schools have high-profile men’s and women’s NCAA Division I hockey programs. Bemidji State and St. Cloud State men’s teams are ranked 10th and 15th in the nation, respect
