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President Sharon Pierce

"Minneapolis College provides accessible, high-quality education, fostering excellence and opportunity for all. Guided by a student-centered approach, the college values belonging, community partnerships, excellence, and integrity. These principles shape our mission to transform lives and create pathways to success."

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It’s more important than ever for us to care for our campus community, to care for one another, and to care for ourselves.

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Pride, Perspective, and Purpose

The week of graduation is one of my favorite times of the year. It’s a time when the energy on campus shifts—from focused determination to full-hearted celebration. Our graduates have spent the past several months persevering, adapting,…

A Culture of Caring

Recently, we have been reminded just how complex, volatile, ambiguous, and uncertain our world can be—and it continues to evolve in ways that test us.Change and uncertainty can bring stress. That’s why it’s more important than ever for us…

Investing in the Workforce of Tomorrow

According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, individuals…

A Welcoming and Supportive Community for All

Ever since first joining Minneapolis College, and throughout my years of experiencing this community, I’ve grown to deeply value our ability to work and reason together, and our ability to empathize with one another—especially during…

Your Vote Matters

As we approach the final weeks before the election, I want to take a moment to share some thoughts that have been on my mind during this campaign season.This year we celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Civil Rights Act. For those of us…