Emergency Information for Minnesota State Moorhead

Fall 2025 Commencement Ceremonies Will be Held as Planned

Despite the potential for strong winds and snow to create blizzard-like conditions  Dec. 17-18, Moorhead’s commencement ceremonies will go on as planned.

Please use caution and care when deciding to travel. Watch for the most current weather reports; a Blizzard Warning has been issued for the area through 6 p.m. Thursday, Dec. 18. Allow extra time to arrive at your destination safely as reduced visibility while driving is expected. All three ceremonies will also be streamed live for those not attending in person.

  • Graduate Commencement Ceremony, Wednesday, Dec. 17, 6 to 7:30 p.m. – Livestream
  • Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony (College of Arts & Humanities and College of Business, Analytics & Communication), Thursday, Dec. 18, 10 to 11:30 a.m. – Livestream
  • Undergraduate Commencement Ceremony (College of Education & Human Services and College of Science, Health & the Environment), Thursday, Dec. 18, 2 to 3:30 p.m. – Livestream

The Public Safety Department is staffed 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, and can be reached at 218.477.2449. In case of emergency, dial 911.

Emergency Phone Numbers

Fire, Police & Ambulance: 911

Non-Emergency Phone Numbers

  • Minnesota State Moorhead Public Safety: 218.477.2449
  • Moorhead Police: 218.299.5120
  • Moorhead Fire Department: 218.299.5435
  • F-M Ambulance: 701.364.1700
  • Fargo Police Department: 701.235.4493
  • Red River Regional Dispatch Center: 701.451.7660
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