University of Minnesota - Crookston

08/17/2026 | News release | Distributed by Public on 08/17/2026 09:37

Chancellor Community Letter August 2026

Greetings from the University of Minnesota Crookston! We had a fantastic, whirlwind summer hosting camps and celebrations on our beautiful campus. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us, especially the organizers and attendees of Crookston's Night to Unite and the Ox Cart Days Festival. We're excited to announce our float received second place in the Ox Cart Days Torchlight Parade. A big thank you to everyone who decorated it, walked in the parade and made it possible.

Chancellor Mary Holz-Clause serving ice cream during the Ox Cart Days Festival Ice Cream Social.

We also want to thank the businesses and organizations that hosted our students for internships this summer. These hands-on experiences are graduation requirements and open critical doors for our students' future careers.

As we head into the 2026-2027 school year, we are thrilled to welcome our new students, faculty, and staff. Please give them a warm welcome as they get to know our local communities.

We are especially proud to welcome 63 international students this fall. Sixteen countries are represented: the Bahamas, Bangladesh, Canada, China, Colombia, Czech Republic, Equatorial Guinea, India, Nepal, New Zealand, Spain, Turkey, Ukraine, United Kingdom, Vietnam, and Zambia. The largest number of our students is from Vietnam, reflecting a partnership we've had in existence with a university in Ho Chi Mihn City the last six years.

If you are heading to the Minnesota State Fair (August 27 - Labor Day), come visit the U of M showcases:

  • U of M Central: Research and education highlights.
  • Ag/Hort Building: Trivia, giveaways, and hands-on fun.
  • Miracle of Birth & Pet Centers: Veterinary and animal science displays.
  • 4-H Building: Extension showcases and youth development.
  • Gopher Dairy Bar: Delicious malts and dairy treats.

Classes officially begin on September 1, and we cannot wait for the energy to return to campus. Have a wonderful school year, and we hope to see you at our campus events and athletic games. Go Golden Eagles!

Sincerely,

Mary Holz-Clause
Chancellor

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