Welcome to Major Madness

  • major madness logoMajor Madness is an event for current and recently transitioned EL, BIPOC, and first-generation juniors and seniors to learn about career and academic opportunities available after high school. Students will have an opportunity to hear from professionals and college students from diverse backgrounds talk about their career and academic experiences. Minnesota West and SMSU Admissions and Financial Aid staff will be available to answer questions. Campus tours will also be available.

    2024 Events
    • November 7 at Minnesota West in Worthington
    • November 8 at Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall
     
    Register By October 21
    Register Here
    Tentative Schedule
     
    8:15 - 9:00 Optional Tour
    8:30 - 9:00 Registration
    9:00 - 9:15 Welcome
    9:15 - 9:45

    Session 1: I Am Smart ... Grades Aren't Everything
    Jeet Sausen, Associate Director of the Mustang Pathway Program 
    9:50 - 10:20

    Session 2: I Am Worthy ... Money Isn't Everything
    Marly Wagner, Associate Director of Trio Upward Bound
    10:25 - 10:55

    Session 3: I Am Seen ... Representation Isn't Everything
    Bridget Borer, NCIC Achievement & Integration Coordinator
    Maria Peters, SW MN Private Industry Council Youth Program Coordinator
    11:00-11:30 Lunch
    11:30- 12:15 Student Panel 
    12:15-12:30 Closing
    12:30-1:15 Optional Tour

    The conference is free and includes breakfast and lunch. Transportation and teacher substitute reimbursement will be available for schools. 

     MN West Flyer SMSU Flyer

    For more information, contact
    Gail Polejewski
    gail.polejewski@swwc.org 
    507-537-2273