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The Untold Stories of American Veterans
December 19, 2023 - By Tanya Miller
What began as a qualitative research project on the connection between authentic learning and student engagement quickly grew to have a life of its own. I conceived of this project while conducting research for my dissertation in educational leadership through the Minnesota State University of Moorhead.
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MHC Receives the 2021 Schwartz Prize: It Took a Village!
December 15, 2021 - By Rose McGee
The nation witnessed in horror and heard Mr. George Floyd’s plea, “I can’t breathe” and with his last dying breath, his call out for his “Mama.” That was May 2020 and all eyes were on Minnesota. At Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC), we struggled with how and even when to respond…
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A tribute to Dr. James Peterson (1942–2021): In Memoriam
November 5, 2021 - By Patrick Henry
James L. Peterson, who served on the Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) Board of Directors from 2009 to 2018, died on October 30, 2021.
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The Work Ahead
April 23, 2021 - By Kevin Lindsey
The work of creating a just society for all does not happen by accident. The work of a just society requires all of us to play a part in advancing the cause of justice.
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Our New Vision
February 27, 2020 - By Kevin Lindsey
The new vision for the Minnesota Humanities Center calls upon the organization to utilize the disciplines of the humanities to increase understanding, innovation, and justice.
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2019 Veterans’ Voices Awardees Announced
September 3, 2019 - By Minnesota Humanities Center
The Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC) is thrilled to announce the 2019 Veterans’ Voices Awardees! These nine individuals have shared exemplary written works of poetry, prose, essays, memoirs, and more that speak to their military service and experiences as a Veteran. Through the written word, Veterans find their voice, process their…
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Minnesota Humanities Center Names New CEO
June 3, 2019 - By Bryan Ljung
I am pleased to announce Kevin Lindsey, J.D, as the Minnesota Humanities Center’s (MHC) new CEO. Kevin is a widely respected advocate and lawyer with a wealth of experience in public policy and education reform.
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Search for New MHC CEO Is Underway
January 30, 2019 - By Minnesota Humanities Center
We’re excited to announce that a nationwide search for the Humanities Center’s next CEO is underway!
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MHC Celebrates 2018 and Rings In 2019
December 31, 2018 - By Minnesota Humanities Center
Happy New Year! As you can see, 2018 was a busy year for the Minnesota Humanities Center (MHC). We traveled the state listening to community stories about water, and learning about the importance of treaties with Native Nations.
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