[9] The dome's concrete framework was incorporated into the new student and conference center and is still visible in the food court area.

In 2005 SMSU developed the first bachelor's degree culinology program in the nation to be approved by the Research Chefs Association.

[11] Southwest Minnesota State University provides undergraduate education in the liberal arts and professional studies.

The brick and concrete buildings are interconnected via tunnels and enclosed walkways, providing a continuous and controlled environment during both summer and winter.

The university's residence halls were named by the students during the late 1960s and reflect various themes and values of the times, e.g. Aquarius, Casa Futura, Methedras and Kama Sutra.

The Southwest Marketing Advisory Center (SMAC) is located on the second floor of the Science and Technology building, Room 203.

Its mission is to serve the marketing and research needs of southwestern Minnesota while giving real-world experience to junior, senior and graduate-level student employees.

The Mustangs compete in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference (NSIC), which is a part of NCAA Division II.

The programs for women are basketball, cross country, golf, soccer, softball, tennis, volleyball and swimming.