VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University officially reopened McCarthy Hall with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Sept. 26, celebrating a complete $13.5 million renovation of the building. After a yearlong remodel, McCarthy Hall reopened to students and employees in August as the new home for VCSU’s renowned School of Education and the …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has once again earned national recognition in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, securing the No. 2 spot among Public Regional Colleges in the 12-state Midwest region. VCSU also maintained its position as the Top Public Regional College in North Dakota for the …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has launched the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Institute for Teaching and Learning, positioning itself at the forefront of shaping North Dakota’s K–12 education future through the integration of AI. The North Dakota State Board of Higher Education provided final approval for the AI Institute for Teaching and Learning …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has set a fall enrollment record for the third consecutive year, enrolling 1827 students this semester. Since 2012, VCSU’s enrollment has grown by 34 percent, with the university achieving new fall enrollment records in 12 of the past 13 years. This year’s total includes 1663 undergraduates and 164 …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) — Valley City State University invites area high school students and classes to its annual Spanish Day on Wednesday, Oct. 8. Hosted by VCSU’s Language and Literature Department, the event immerses students in the Spanish language and the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries through engaging, hands-on activities. Participants will: Explore contemporary slang from across the Spanish-speaking world Learn …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University’s nationally recognized School of Education is hosting a pair of Tomorrow’s Teachers Days this fall, giving high school students an inside look at VCSU’s teacher education programs. High school juniors and seniors who are considering a career in education are invited to attend the day-long events on …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University’s 2025 Homecoming Week runs Sept. 22-27 on the VCSU campus. Homecoming Week includes a variety of activities for both students and alumni, including a ribbon cutting for the newly renovated McCarthy Hall and an induction ceremony for the Vikings Hall of Fame. View the Homecoming Website & …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D.- Valley City State University is proud to announce the newest members of the Viking Athletic Hall of Fame, who will be formally inducted during the annual banquet on Friday, September 26, 2025. The class of 2025 includes four athletes, one coach/administrator, and two teams. This year’s Hall of Fame inductees are Caitlyn …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University is hosting its 2025 Family Weekend on October 10-12, encouraging families to visit their students on campus for a weekend of fun events and activities. “We’re excited to bring back Family Weekend after an 11-year hiatus,” said Mark Nelson, vice president for student affairs. “This is the …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University is hosting a ribbon cutting for the newly renovated McCarthy Hall on Friday, Sept. 26. After a yearlong complete remodel, McCarthy Hall reopened to students and employees in August as the new home for VCSU’s renowned School of Education and the Department for Technology and STEM Education. …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University will be featured on an upcoming episode of The College Tour, a national TV series streaming on Amazon Prime. The College Tour will be on VCSU’s campus September 8-12 filming the university and its 10 students and alumni who are profiled in the episode. VCSU is the …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University and the Valley City community will come together for a night of live music, fun games and delicious street food on Thursday, Sept. 11, in downtown Valley City. The 4th annual Summer Vikes on Central welcomes incoming and current VCSU students to Valley City and introduces them …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University is ranked the #1 Best Small College in North Dakota by Niche. Niche, a nationally respected college search tool for prospective students and their families, compiles annual college report cards and rankings. Niche’s 2026 rankings were released this week and are based on a thorough analysis of …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University welcomes more than 300 new students over the next few days as the school gears up for the start of the Fall semester. Move-In Day for new incoming freshmen is Friday, Aug. 22, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Numerous volunteers will be on hand to greet …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University Student Affairs has introduced the VCSU Care Team, a dedicated group of staff focused on the safety, support and overall well-being of the campus community. The Care Team was formed following specialized training in May 2025 from the National Association for Behavioral Intervention & Threat Assessment. Staff …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has been awarded a $478,000 grant from the National Science Foundation that will be used to fund VCSU undergraduate research projects over the next four years. VCSU is among 10 partnering institutions in North Dakota that were awarded grant money for a collaborative proposal to build a …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Robinson Center for the Arts Gallery announces Do You Feel What I Feel, an exhibit of Eugene Ofori Agyei’s sculptural work opening August 18. The exhibit opens to the public on Monday, August 18, and will be on display through Thursday, October 23, during regular gallery …
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Photo: Dr. Matt Borcherding, Provost/Vice President for Academic Affairs at M State (left), and Larry Brooks, Vice President for Academic Affairs at VCSU. Unique collaboration benefits students with cost savings and convenience, aims to address workforce shortage Moorhead, Minn. – Minnesota State Community and Technical College (M State) and Valley City State University (VCSU) held …
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From left, Andrew Coe, Dan Catizone, Clay Mannie, Peder Gjovik, and Lisa Krumwiede accept the ITEEA STEM School of Excellence for their respective schools. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University faculty and alumni received numerous awards and recognitions at the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA) annual conference in April. The conference …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Foundation recognized donors who hit new levels of giving this year during a Donor Recognition Luncheon, held June 16 on campus. Donors who reached new levels of lifetime giving at $25,000 or above were recognized during the ceremony. “VCSU has so many great supporters, whether it …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – A decades old dream is about to become reality for Valley City State University. More than 250 people were on hand Thursday to celebrate groundbreaking for the Tharaldson Family Athletic Center, showing their enthusiasm for the project and appreciation for the private donors who helped make it possible. “We truly are …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University recently hosted the inaugural session of the Teacher Empowerment Incubator, a program focused on empowering educators in rural North Dakota to lead change in their schools and communities. Led by The Educators’ Lab in conjunction with VCSU, the Teacher Empowerment Incubator is an 8-month professional development experience …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Foundation has launched a new and improved website at www.vcsualumni.org, making it even easier for VCSU alumni to stay connected. Through a more user-friendly interface on www.vcsualumni.org, VCSU graduates can share major life events with Foundation staff, donate to scholarships or other VCSU causes, or nominate …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has announced the 2025 class of inductees into the Osmon Icon Coaches Hall of Fame. This year, 27 outstanding VCSU alumni will be honored for their lifelong contributions to coaching, education, and student development. These Viking graduates represent a legacy of leadership, sportsmanship, and excellence across high …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University announced today that residents of South Dakota, Montana, Manitoba and Saskatchewan will receive the same special tuition rate as Minnesota students who attend VCSU. VCSU has adjusted its contiguous tuition rate to extend the same great value to all five neighboring states and provinces. Students from …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University will host a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, June 12, to celebrate the start of construction on its new athletic facility. The Tharaldson Family Athletic Center will be located just south of the W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse and will feature a spacious indoor turfed practice area, a modern weight …
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Photo: VCSU students and staff in the Fisheries & Wildlife program are pictured with alumni Dick Monson. Note: This story originally appeared in the April 2024 edition of The Bulletin. VCSU Alum Provides Support for Fisheries & Wildlife The VCSU student experience for Fisheries and Wildlife majors is about to get even better. Already a …
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Valley City State University honored more than 300 graduates on Saturday during its 133rd Commencement Ceremony. Held at the W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse, the 2025 Spring Commencement recognized 24 graduate students and 294 undergraduate students who earned their degrees over the past year at VCSU. “One thing is abundantly clear, you have all been very involved …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has selected four incoming freshman students to receive the prestigious McCready Scholarship for the 2025-26 school year. The McCready Scholarship is the highest scholarship available at VCSU and covers full funding for tuition, fees and books for the student’s first four years at Valley City State University. …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Department of Language and Literature invites the public for a night of poetry, stories and violin music Thursday, May 14, at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. The evening includes a solo concert by Olga Chavarro, a distinguished violinist from the University of Quindío …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University will recognize more than 300 graduates during its annual Spring Commencement ceremony at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 17, inside the W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse. President Alan LaFave, who began his tenure at VCSU in 2018, will preside over the commencement exercises. Curtis Biller will represent the State Board of Higher …
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Photo: From left, Grant Larson, Beth Mehus, LilyBeth Townsend, Grace Reep, Tara Dahl and Grace Mueller have received the Viking Pilot Award. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Six Valley City State University students have been honored with the 2025 Viking Pilot Award in recognition of their substantial contributions to campus. Grant Larson (Leeds, N.D.), Beth Mehus …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – More than 45 Valley City State University students will present their research, writing and other creative activities during the annual VCSU Scholar Symposium. The Scholar Symposium will be held Tuesday, May 6, in the main lobby at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. Presentations run from 10 a.m. to …
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Photo: The VCSU Trap Shooting Team, from left, McCoy Mohl, Kelby Gjovik, Brooke Gaudry, Nick Deschamp, Kasey Odegaard, Grant Larson, Tyler Johnson, Ty Awender, Quentin Glueckert, Logan Heen, Madi Wilhelmi, Jake Hennings, Cali Steffan, Cooper Monilaws (not pictured). VCSU defeats NDSCS in team division shoot-off JAMESTOWN, N.D. (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Trap …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Ensembles from the Valley City State University Department of Music are going on tour in early May, performing nine concerts in North Dakota and South Dakota from May 2-9. The VCSU Music Tour begins with a kick-off concert on Friday, May 2, at VCSU’s Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts, …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University students provided free tax return preparation for community members this year, helping to prepare 50 tax returns free of charge. The Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) program was offered by students and faculty from the VCSU Department of Business and is for low-to-moderate income taxpayers. The average …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Department of Business has gained accreditation for its business administration program from the International Accreditation Council for Business Education (IACBE). The IACBE Board of Commissioners at its April meeting granted first-time specialized business accreditation to VCSU for its Bachelor of Science program with a major in …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Three Valley City State University students qualified for and competed at the Collegiate DECA national competition earlier this month in California. Senior Jalynn Anderson, sophomore Matt Belgarde and junior Sarah Monilaws all represented VCSU in competitive events at the Collegiate DECA International Career Development Conference, held April 5-8 in San Francisco. …
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Photo: Brittany Nathan, left, is presented flowers by members of Student Senate. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University Student Senate has presented its Student Advocate of the Year and Teacher of the Year awards, highlighting the accomplishments of Brittany Nathan and Dr. Nicholas Galt. Brittany Nathan is the assistant director for resident life …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Opera Ensemble is pleased to announce its spring concert, scheduled for Sunday, April 27, at 3 p.m. The performance takes place at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. Under the direction of Dr. Stephen Cunningham, the Opera Ensemble will present a selection of pieces …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The VCSU Scholarship Auction raised $125,000 for student scholarships during the annual event held Friday, April 11, at the Valley City Eagles Club. “The support and generosity from our community is greatly appreciated,” said Kim Hesch, assistant director for university advancement. “Thank you to everyone that donated items, attended the auction, …
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Photo: Serve, by Courtney Fiebiger, won 1st place in the 2024 VCSU Juried Student Art Exhibit. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The VCSU Robinson Center for the Arts Gallery presents the annual Juried Student Art Exhibit, featuring a diverse range of artwork created by VCSU students this academic year. The exhibit opens to the public on …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University math department hosted its 2nd Annual Math Competition on April 9, welcoming more than 450 junior high and high school students from 37 different schools. The competition featured 259 students in grades 7-9 and 195 students in grades 10-12. Students competed as individuals and as teams …
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Photo: VCSU faculty Dr. Nicholas Galt, center, is pictured with VCSU administrators and employees from the science department. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University faculty have named Nicholas Galt, Ph.D. and Benjamin Noteboom, Ph.D. as the recipients of the 2024-25 VCSU Faculty Excellence Awards. President Alan LaFave and Director for Academic Affairs Larry …
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Dr. James Boe, center, is pictured with wife Natalie and VCSU faculty members. From left: Clayton Mannie, Natalie Boe, James Boe, Lisa Krumwiede and Peder Gjovik. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Dr. James Boe, Dean of Graduate Studies and Extended Learning at VCSU, was awarded with Academy of Fellows Membership at the annual International Technology and …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University Student Health Services will host the annual Wellness Fair on Wednesday, April 16, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the VCSU Student Center. The event is free and open to the public. Attendees can expect amazing door prizes, hands on activities, and wellness information from 27 …
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Tickets are still available for the 30th annual VCSU Scholarship Auction happening Friday, April 11. “Adventure Awaits! A Night Full of Treasure” begins at 5 p.m. Friday at the Valley City Eagles Club. This year’s pirate-themed event will be full of treasure, swashbuckling adventurers, and a feast fit for a captain. Auction tickets are on …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University junior Grady Hornung competed this weekend at the American Forensics Association (AFA) National Speech Tournament in North Carolina. Hornung earned his spot at nationals through placing in competition at multiple events this year. Hornung qualified in Dramatic Interpretation and competed in three rounds at the 47th AFA …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University is proud to announce its recognition as a 2024-2025 College of Distinction, an honor that highlights its commitment to providing an exceptional undergraduate education. Since its founding in 2000, Colleges of Distinction has awarded schools for their successful implementation of high-impact educational practices and hands-on learning. The …
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The Valley City State University Music Department is pleased to announce two upcoming concerts at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. The Spring Instrumental Concert will take place on Friday, April 4, at 7:30 p.m., and the Percussion Ensemble Spring Concert is Tuesday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m. Both concerts are free of charge and open …
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