Photo: VCSU’s Viking Pilot recipients, clockwise from top left – Olivia Backus, Alliana Freund, Cherokee Warnecke, Madilyn Klabo, Zachary St. Aubin, Nyssa Haslerud and Sarah Monilaws. VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Student Senate has awarded its 2026 Viking Pilot award to seven students in recognition of their diverse contributions to …
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VCSU Celebrates Largest Spring Graduating Class in School History VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University will host its 134th Commencement Exercises at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 16, inside the W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse. VCSU will celebrate the largest spring semester graduating class in school history, recognizing more than 230 students who completed their degrees …
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Photo: Members of Student Senate present Erin Edinger (center) with her Student Advocate Award. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University Student Senate has announced its Student Advocate and Teacher of the Year awards, spotlighting the accomplishments of Erin Edinger and Lindsey Kiecker. Edinger, VCSU Director for Residence Life, was voted the 2025-26 Student …
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The Valley City State University Larry J. 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 is open from April 27 to May 16 and can be view during regular gallery hours at the VCSU Center …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University will host its annual Scholar Symposium on Tuesday, May 5, at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. The event begins at 10 a.m. and concludes around 3:30 p.m. A record 100+ VCSU undergraduate students will showcase their research, writing or other creative projects developed …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University’s Prairie Waters Education and Research Center is hosting three separate 2026 summer camps that provide opportunities for students to learn more about water ecosystems and have fun doing it. Splashin’ Around at Prairie Waters, Fishin’ Around the Prairie Waters and STEM Explorers: Water Research Institute all …
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Photo, from left: Katie Jones and Sarah Monilaws show off their Top 10 medals. VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University students Sarah Monilaws and Katie Jones were named finalists and placed Top 10 at the national collegiate DECA competition held in Louisville, Kentucky, April 18-21. Monilaws, a senior from Absaraka, N.D., and …
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Photo, from left: Minot State University President Dr. Steven Shirley, VCSU Interim President Dr. Allen Burgad, Superintendent of the Williston Basin School District 7 Dr. Jason Germundson and Williston State College President Dr. Bernell Hirning. VCSU and Williston State Formalize Co-Matriculation Model VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University has partnered with Williston …
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Photo: VCSU faculty Anthony Dutton, center, is pictured with VCSU administrators and employees from the social science department. VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University faculty have named Anthony Dutton, Ph.D. and Lindsey Kiecker, M.S. as the recipients of the 2025-26 VCSU Faculty Excellence Awards. Interim President Allen Burgad and Vice President for …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. – The search committee appointed by the State Board of Higher Education to identify the next permanent president of Valley City State University (VCSU) has suspended the current presidential search process. The decision was made by the search committee following the recent withdrawal of multiple semi-finalist candidates who accepted other professional opportunities …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University hosted about 300 middle school and high school students on April 9 for the VCSU Regional Science Olympiad. A total of 21 teams competed at the Science Olympiad, which had been rescheduled from April 2 due to weather. Students prepared for a wide range of STEM topics, …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Department of Mathematics hosted its third annual Math Competition on April 8, welcoming 539 students from 49 schools across North Dakota and the region. Students in grades 7-12 competed in individual and team-based problem-solving challenges designed to promote creative thinking, collaboration, and a genuine enjoyment …
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Student Ensembles, Guest Artists & Senior Recitals Highlight Upcoming Schedule VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts is the place to be over the next four weeks. The VCSU music department will present or host 10 different concerts from April 10 to May 5, bringing …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Storytelling, a Senior Capstone exhibit by Valley City State University student Kara Pranzo, will be featured in the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts Gallery from April 13-24. Pranzo will deliver an artist talk about the exhibit on Monday, April 20, at 3 p.m. in the CFA Choir Room. The …
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Hornung and Weber travel to Portland April 3 for competition VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University students Grady Hornung and Anastasia Weber have qualified for the national collegiate speech tournament and will travel to Portland, Oregon, for the competition on April 3. Hornung, a senior from Walhalla, N.D., will compete in Dramatic Interpretation …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University Student Health Services will host the annual Wellness Fair on Wednesday, April 15, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the VCSU Student Center. The event is free and open to the public. Attendees can expect exciting door prizes, hands-on activities and wellness information from more …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University senior Jora Leeseberg’s capstone art exhibit, Bloom, will be on display in the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts Gallery from March 30 through April 10. Bloom showcases Leeseberg’s use of art mediums such as textiles, ceramics, photography, and painting. Within her artwork, Leeseberg uses …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. – Valley City State University Music is thrilled to be featuring Norwegian concert pianist Oda Voltersvik in a piano recital at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts on Sunday, April 12, at 7:30 p.m. This program – “Grieg in Dialogue” – will present music by Edvard Grieg (1843-1907) corresponding with …
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Stars, Stripes and Scholarships VALLEY CITY – Tickets are on sale now for the annual VCSU Scholarship Auction happening Friday, April 17, at the Valley City Eagles Club. This year’s theme of “Stars, Stripes & Scholarships” brings a patriotic celebration to the Eagles Club. Expect an evening filled with red‑white‑and‑blue spirit, standout auction items, and …
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Photo: VCSU interim president Allen Burgad, right, and BSC interim president Dan Leingang shake hands on Tuesday. BISMARCK, N.D. – Bismarck State College (BSC) and Valley City State University (VCSU) outlined a new academic partnership designed to strengthen North Dakota’s teacher workforce pipeline by creating a teaching degree pathway at BSC for students pursuing careers …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University senior Hanna Wieland’s capstone exhibit, Becoming, will be on display in the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts Gallery from March 16–27. Becoming showcases Wieland’s digital design work, including branding, logo design, and creative pieces inspired by personal experiences. The show will focus on Wieland’s growth …
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Photo, from left: Dr. Jamie Wirth, VCSU Math Department Chair; Mr. Larry Brooks, Vice President for Academic Affairs; Dr. Allen Burgad, Interim President, after Burgad signed the MOA with University of North Dakota. VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University and the University of North Dakota have signed a new Memorandum of Agreement …
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Photo: Dr. Thiago Ferreira will present a dynamic lecture recital on Tuesday, March 17, at VCSU. VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – The VCSU Department of Music invites audiences to experience a dynamic lecture recital on Tuesday, March 17, celebrating the music of acclaimed Brazilian composer Marlos Nobre (1939-2024). This special event highlights Nobre’s IV Northeastern …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University will host a free three-part lecture series in April titled “Making Sense of AI: Education, Workforce and Community.” The three sessions will be available both in person and online, allowing people statewide to attend and learn about how artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming the workplace. The …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Music Department will host two public concerts February 27-28 as part of the Viking Voice Festival, a two‑day event welcoming select vocalists from area high schools. Festival participants will take part in masterclasses, individual lessons, solo performance coaching, and will join together for the concluding Festival …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University students Sarah Monilaws and Katie Jones qualified for DECA nationals after taking first place in a team event at the 2026 State Career Development Conference (SCDC), held Feb. 9-10 in Fargo. Monilaws and Jones teamed up to take 1st place in Event Planning at the DECA …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University set another enrollment record during the 2026 spring semester, posting a total headcount of 1,868 students—the highest ever in school history. This year’s spring enrollment reflects an increase of 14 students over last spring and marks the third consecutive spring semester of record-breaking enrollment. VCSU welcomed …
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Generous donors can once again donate to the VCSU Foundation on Giving Hearts Day. For the 10th consecutive year, the VCSU Foundation is participating in the region-wide day of giving on February 12 to benefit non-profits. Donations to the VCSU Foundation can be given online or scheduled ahead of time. They can also be dropped …
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Photo: The Forge student editors are pictured, from left, LilyBeth Townsend, Gabrielle Erickson, Landen Eback, Abigail Dreher, Grace Mueller, Beth Mehus. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Forge, Valley City State University’s student literary magazine, has been recognized as a 2025 REALM First Class magazine by the National Council of Teachers of English (NCTE). It is …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University (VCSU) has been ranked among the 2026 Best Online Programs by U.S. News & World Report. U.S. News ranked VCSU in both the 2026 Best Online Bachelor’s Programs and the 2026 Best Online Master’s in Education categories. VCSU is the #2 North Dakota school in both online …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. (VCSU) – Valley City State University music faculty members will present a Faculty Recital on Thursday, Feb. 5, at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. The concert is free and open to the public, with performances beginning at 7:30 p.m. Six VCSU music faculty members will perform a diverse program …
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BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota University System (NDUS) has opened the search for the president of Valley City State University (VCSU) and is now inviting applications and nominations for the position. The State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) and the VCSU Presidential Search Committee seek an inspirational leader who is visionary, collaborative, and deeply …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University DECA Chapter and the VCSU Department of Business hosted more than 550 DECA and FBLA students to campus January 28 for the 33rd annual Emerging Leaders Competition (ELC) Day. Students from 25 area high schools attended the event, competing in various DECA and Future Business Leaders …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Master of Education program has added a Learner-Centered Instruction option to its offerings this semester. This 33-credit program is designed to help educators in any discipline become skilled in equitable teaching and leadership. Students who complete the coursework will earn a Master of Education in Teaching …
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Photo: Students do a hands-on activity with an instructor at VCSU’s INSTEM academy. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University INSTEM (Indians into STEM) Academy has been awarded a $15,000 grant through the North Dakota EPSCoR STEM Outreach Program, an initiative that supports activities designed to strengthen the STEM pathway and build STEM …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University is excited to roll out Free App Month, a special opportunity for prospective students to apply at VCSU without paying an application fee. From January 20 through February 20, 2026, application fees will be waived on most undergraduate applications. “We want to remove barriers and make higher …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. – Valley City State University has released its President’s Honor Roll, Dean’s Honor Roll and Honor Roll for Fall 2025 semester. The President’s Honor Roll recognizes students who completed 12 semester hours or more of VCSU classes for which grade points are earned with a 4.0 grade point average. View President’s Honor …
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VALLEY CITY, N.D. – The North Dakota University System (NDUS) is looking for the next president to lead Valley City State University (VCSU). Campus stakeholders will be asked to provide input on the search process during listening sessions scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 21, at VCSU. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Skoal Room, Memorial Student …
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Assistant Professor Clayton Mannie recognized as Emerging Leader VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has been named a 2025-26 STEM School of Excellence, and assistant professor Clayton Mannie was recognized as an Emerging Leader by the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA). This is the second consecutive year that VCSU has received …
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Photo: Pieces from the last VCSU Faculty and Staff Exhibit are shown on display in 2024. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University’s Center for the Arts Gallery presents the Biennial Faculty and Staff Exhibit, featuring creative work in crafts, painting, photography, quilting, and more. The exhibit opens for public viewing Tuesday, January 20, …
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Photo: Students watch Rex, a canine officer with the border patrol, do a demonstration during the Marketplace for Kids event. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University hosted its fourth annual Marketplace for Kids Education Day on Tuesday, January 8. An estimated 400 elementary and junior high students from six different school districts attended …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Career Services Office is seeking employers to participate in its annual Career and Internship Expo on Thursday, February 12. About 100 VCSU students are expected to attend the expo where they will be looking for internships, summer jobs, part-time positions, and full-time career opportunities. The event …
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VALLEY CITY (NDUS) – The North Dakota University System (NDUS) announced the selection of committee members today for Valley City State University’s (VCSU) presidential search. “We appreciate your dedication to the presidential search committee. The insight and perspective each member brings to the group is vital to shaping VCSU’s future,” said NDUS Commissioner Brent Sanford. State …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University honored more than 120 graduates at its 2025 Winter Commencement Exercises, held Friday morning at Vangstad Auditorium. Fifteen students were recognized for completion of master’s degrees and 106 students for undergraduate degrees. A recording of the ceremony is available at www.youtube.com/vcsuvikings. Photos from the ceremony are available online …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Dr. Allen Burgad officially began his tenure as interim President for Valley City State University on Tuesday, Dec. 16. Current President Dr. Alan LaFave is leaving VCSU to lead his alma mater, Northern State University in Aberdeen, S.D. His final day at VCSU will be Dec. 31, 2025. Burgad’s and LaFave’s …
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Photo: NDSCS President Dr. Rod Flanigan and VCSU President Dr. Alan LaFave signed an elementary education articulation agreement on Dec. 17. Wahpeton, N.D. — North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) and Valley City State University (VCSU) have formally signed a new articulation agreement creating a seamless, affordable pathway for students pursuing careers in elementary …
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Photo: The 1973 Spitz projector is shown darkened in the foreground while a video from the new Warped Media projector plays on the VCSU planetarium dome. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Planetarium received a major upgrade in November, adding a new full-dome projection system that greatly improves the quality of future …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University’s 11th Winter Commencement Exercises take place at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 18, inside historic Vangstad Auditorium. VCSU president Alan LaFave will preside over the ceremony where 15 students are set to be recognized for completion of master’s degrees and 106 students for undergraduate degrees. Macy Fridgen has …
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BISMARCK, N.D. – The State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) today appointed Dr. Allen Burgad as interim President of Valley City State University beginning Jan. 1, 2026. Current President Alan LaFave is leaving VCSU to lead his alma mater, Northern State University in Aberdeen, S.D. His final day at VCSU will be Dec. 31, 2025. …
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VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University hosted more than 80 area educators this week for a Personalized Learning Workshop, focusing on the “Demonstration of Learning & the Continuum of Learning.” The event was held December 3 on the VCSU campus and facilitated through the North Dakota Network for Personalized Learning (NDPLN). The workshop …
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