NAMI Minnesota to Host Conference on Mental Health and Neurodiversity in Marshall NAMI Minnesota (the National Alliance on Mental Illness), in partnership with Southwest Minnesota State University and Prairie Winds Counseling, Inc., will host “Transforming Care: A Mental Health and Neurodiversity Conference” on Thursday, April 9, from 11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. at Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall. This regional conference invites people from across Southwest Minnesota — including healthcare providers, educators, direct service professionals, families, and community members — to come together for a shared learning experience focused on improving understanding and care for neurodivergent adults living with co-occurring [...]

Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall 1501 State Street Marshall, MN 56258 Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall 04/01/2026 | 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM Note: NEW MERCH: Come give March 30-April 12 for an exclusive Red Cross x Life is Good T-shirt, ltd. qty!   If you are 17 years of age, 16 with parental consent, in good health, and weigh at least 110 pounds you’re eligible to give. Make your appointment to donate by heading to www.redcrossblood.org or give them a call @1-800-RED CROSS.

  Come out and enjoy a preview of upcoming events from the SMSU Fine Arts Celebration. The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. in commons area of the Bellows Academic Building and the Whipple Gallery with complementary appetizers prepared by the Student Hospitality Opportunities Club and a cash bar by the Hitching Post. After a short program, choose from your favorite performances by the SMSU Chorale, the cast of “Tartuffe”,the SMSU Chamber Winds, readings by SMSU Creative Writing Students, work by students of the Art & Design Program, videos from the students of the Broadcast Digital Media Program, as well as exhibits [...]

Southwest Minnesota State University Marshall 1501 State Street Marshall, MN 56258 01/29/2026 | 11:00 AM - 05:00 PM Note: Come give blood 1/26-2/28 for a $20 e-gift card to your choice of merchant.   If you are 17 years of age, 16 with parental consent, in good health, and weigh at least 110 pounds you’re eligible to give. Make your appointment to donate by heading to www.redcrossblood.org or give them a call @1-800-RED CROSS.

Young Writers Dates & Fees Celebrating the 34th year of authors connecting with students Brochure and Registration will be available at the end of October. Who can register: For all students in grades 3-8. School teachers register groups of students and their chaperones. Parents register their students and themselves. Young Writers Dates: January 6, 2026 (snow date Jan. 7) You do not need to be an SWWC member to participate. Young Writers Fees: $40 per student $10 per adult Registration Deadline: Registrations closed at midnight on November 25, 2025. Writing is more than putting words on paper, it’s an art form [...]

Sticks and Hammers Sticks and Hammers is a two-piano, multi-percussion ensemble that plays classic pieces written for such instruments. The ensemble features pianists Dan Rieppel and David Viscoli, along with timpanist Erich Rieppel and percussionist Carlos Camacho. Tickets Adults: $20 | Students: $15 Tickets available at MAFAC, Hy-Vee or at the door. Sunday, November 23, 3:00 p.m. CST SMSU Fine Arts Theater