Transcripts for Video Testimonials
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Residence Life - Video Transcript

Lauren (Stanley, ND): "I meet different girls everyday just going up the stairs into my dorm."

Lenny (Modesto, CA): "I'd definitely say that this dorm, Crane Hall, is the best in the state."

Rocky (Ankorage, AK): "You get to experience a lot of stuff with a lot of different people. It's really fun."

Lenny: "It's easy to stay involved when... when your on campus. And I think if you move off campus you kind of get lost in the mix."

Lauren: "We've had Halloween parties, grocery bingo, and movie night. It's just something to keep you busy on the weekend."

Lenny: "I think it's a good step between moving from mom and dad to living on your own."

Rocky: "Game systems, TVs, VCRs... Anything you could ever want to use to bring in."

Lenny: "There's always a chance to get involved. There's all kinds of clubs... organizations you can be a part of."

Lauren: "I highly recommend being in the dorms, because it's just a great place to be."

Move In Day - Video Transcript

Dr. David Fuller, MSU President: "I find it really exciting to get to know the students personally and also to get the parents... I get to talk to them and find out why they came to Minot State."

Mother: "Oh my gosh. They were phenomenal. We pulled up to the front door and we were swarmed with like four or five helpers. They took all our stuff, all we had to do was follow them in. It was just fabulous."

Lauren (Stanley, ND): "Well I'm really glad to be here at Minot State University and I'm looking forward to a really really good year. So I'm excited."

Faculty - Video Transcript

Bill Harbort, Art Instructor: "It's exciting to see a vibrant campus with students buzzing..."

Paul (Stanley, ND): "Coming in as a Freshman it can be kind of overwhelming. You know, not knowing many people sometimes and here you get to know people right away. There's activities and it's smaller so it's easier to get to know people."

Zach (Minot, ND): "The dorms are pretty close to the classes to so it's not too far. It's not like you have to walk three, four, or five blocks to get to your class."

Bill Harbort: "Be Seen, Be Heard is about being an individual here on a campus. Being seen, being heard, having personal attention and interaction."

Dr. Laurie Geller, Math Instructor: "What your going to get here is friendly approachable faculty, small class sizes where your going to get to know your instructor as well as the other students in class."

Paul: "I like it a lot. It's not to big and it's not to small. It's a friendly college."

Zach: "Walk around campus, you still get to see the same people. You get to say hi to them, you get to know people a lot easier. You don't feel so alone and secluded."

Dr. Laurie Geller: "Students of MSU I think get a good education and go on to become positive contributing members of society."

Student Athlete - Video Transcript

Blain (Kenmare, ND): "Yeah here at Minot State it's not just about football, it's about school too. I love it, it's beautiful, beautiful weather... it's close to home. My family can come watch me play sport, play football. And everybody's so nice here in North Dakota. I mean it doesn't get better, it doesn't get better than North Dakota."

"Homecoming is awesome, it really gets the students out. The energy that they bring to the game... there are so many fans that come out and watch. It's awesome to play when there are a lot of fans."

"Minot State provides a great opportunity to be around great people. There's something for everybody here at Minot State."

Graduate Students - Video Transcript

Trista (Brandon, Manitoba): "Minot State University has been wonderful to me. The community of Minot has been exceptional. Just a lot of really great people here who are invested and driven and devoted to the students, to academics, and just the community organizations as a whole..."

Narrator: "Minot State students have access to over 26 areas of graduate study that allows them to continue their reduction towards a certificate or even a PHD. "

Trista: "It's been a long haul. It's definitely a lot of work but I'm so pleased with my decision of staying at Minot State. It's become kind of like a family to me. I know a lot of the faculty. I know a lot of the students. My experiences have been nothing short of great."

International Students - Video Transcript

Adam (Poland): "My name is Adam, I come from Poland and I am an international student at Minot State and I study graphic design and photography. Why should I come to Minot? Well, number one, school is small and people are very nice."

"I think I go forward as an individual as far as my knowledge. I think education is very important in one's life. I definitely enjoy art classes, mostly because I think I was challenged."

"Well I really enjoy my time at Minot State University. I've seen a lot of changes in the three/four years for good, so I think it's going in good directions. Recommend for everyone."

Academics - Video Transcript

Dr. Thomas Linares, Communication Disorders: MSU... very friendly, very outgoing, very student orientated and they do want to see students, hear students.

Teresa Seright, RN, MSN: Students have an opportunity to learn from really remarkable individuals.

Dr. Loraine Willoughby, Med: B.ED and MSIS Director, We teach students how to develop database applications. We teach them how to design a network system that might be from a small business all the way up to a global enterprise business.

Dr. Thomas Linares: Employers come wanting MSU graduates.

Teresa Seright: We have been working with centers right along with us in clinicals, so they're really getting in on some cutting edge technology with that.

Dr. Thomas Linares: Our students right now are passing the national test well above the national average. So we're really proud of our graduate students.

Teresa Seright: Right now we have class sizes of a bout 20 which is great. It gives us an opportunity have more one on one with the students.

Dr. Loraine Willoughby: The Information Systems Technology is an exciting area to be involved in.

Dr. Thomas Linares: In 2013 the University will be 100 years old. By then the university is going to be expanding, not only in terms of student enrollment, but there are going to be specific programs that are enhanced.

Teresa Seright: I think that the nursing students that come out of our program are very well prepared. We have recruiters come from Mayo for example to recruit our nursing students because the have a reputation for being educated very well.

Dr. Thomas Linares: I guarantee that students do come first here at MSU.

Virtual Tour - Video Transcript

Hi there! I'm Luke and I'm Vanessa - and we are your virtual tour guides! As you know, roots are important! Family is important! At Minot State University, we're a family waiting for you to arrive. Take a peek through our virtual tour. We've been told we're just the right size and in just the right location. Come on - we'll show you!

Minot State University's Old Main is the pillar of the campus. Old Main has anchored Minot State for nearly 100 years. The building is home to education, business, music, physical education, and technology. The beautiful Ann Nicole Nelson Hall houses fine arts performance on the second floor. Several computer labs are also located in Old Main for your use, day and night.

The Student Center is the hub of activities. It houses the new student activities center, the Beaver Dam. From comedians to hypnotists to dances-the Beaver Dam is the place to be! You can shoot pool, watch TV on the gigantic 20-foot screen or on one of the flat-screen TVs, or just enjoy hanging out with friends. For a pick-me-up? Get a drink at our campus Starbucks! We also have high-tech laptops stationed just outside the Beaver Dam for all your email and MySpace needs.

You’re probably asking yourself right now, "but what about the food?" There are several places to eat in the Student Center. When on the meal plan, you can eat all you want in the Beaver Creek Café. The includes main entrée, deli or grill items, homemade pizzas, desserts, and beverages. If you’re not on the meal plan, you can eat at Buckshot’s on the main floor. They offer soups, saldas, subs, and more. If you’re in a hurry, swing into Symbols, our convenience store. And when lounging around in the Beaver Dam, check out Sandella’s unique menu showcasing wraps, quesadillas, and flat bread pizzas.

The Minot State University Bookstore and additional computer kiosks are located on the first floor of the Student Center. The bookstore provides students with the basics: textbooks, software, and school supplies. They also have a variety of MSU apparel, from sweatpants and hoodies to t-shirts and shorts. A new addition to the MSU campus is the Multicultural Center for international students on the first floor of the Student Center.

Third floor is home to the Native American Cultural Center, our student newspaper the Red & Green, and the offices of public information, alumni, and university advancement.

The Administration Building is your one-stop shop for all your admissions needs. Enrollment services and admissions are located on the first floor. Recruiters and staff are knowledgeable about admissions procedures and can hook you up for a campus tour. (We know you love this virtual tour, but you really want to see and feel the campus for yourself!) The business, financial aid, and registrar's office are eager to help with your questions.

Student affairs and the Center for Extended Learning are also located in the Administration Building on the lower level.

Cook Hall and McCulloch Hall host all new freshmen students. Female students experience a great social environment while staying in Cook Hall. The men hang out in McCulloch during their first year. Both halls provide kitchen and laundry facilities, recreational activities, and wireless Internet.

When you've completed your freshmen year on campus, you'll want to check out the suites in Lura Manor and the newly renovated Crane Hall. The Student Health and Development Center in Lura Manor offers individual counseling, health, disability, and tutoring services to help you be successful in your college experience.

Crane Hall has become the campus favorite for upperclassmen. This newly opened hall has gained popularity for its suites and co-ed living arrangements. (Oh Yeah!) The living facilities are spectacular and the large kitchen and laundry facilities feel like home. Upperclassmen also have the option of living in the nostalgic Dakota Hall. All residence halls offer Internet access and cable TV.

Model Hall houses to the Mathematics and Computer Science Departments. It also accommodates classrooms, computer labs, and faculty offices. Model is also home to the Honors Program.

Cyril Moore Science Center gives you opportunities to conduct extensive research in the sciences. Cutting-edge technology and top-notch faculty are leading the way in research to eliminate cancer, improve water quality, and combat the methamphetamine epidemic. Throughout the hallways you will find exhibits from MSU's Museum of Natural History and Science.

The Gordon B. Olson Library is a jewel on the MSU campus, providing seating for more than 600 students and holding more than 500,000 volumes! Computer labs, study rooms, and an art gallery are also located in the library.

Want to avoid the freshmen 15? Take advantage of the university's Fitness Center located in Swain where you can receive free personal training services. Swain Hall is used for classes, intramural sports, student activities, and as a practice gym for university athletics.

Hartnett Hall houses English, foreign language, art, communication arts, and broadcasting programs. KMSU radio and the university TV station are also located in Hartnett Hall. Aleshire Theater hosts several theater productions each year. The Hartnett Hall Gallery on the second floor displays works by students, faculty, and nationally recognized artists.

The Dome is a regional hub for athletic events. It hosts the MSU Beaver’s basketball, volleyball, and track and field teams. Racquetball courts, classrooms, and the athletic department can also be found there. The Dome, which holds nearly ten thousand people, is one of the top facilities in the nation for NAIA Division II athletic events.

Memorial Hall hosts the academic programs of communication disorders, psychology, addiction studies, social work, special education, nursing, and criminal justice. The Graduate School is located on the second floor. The North Dakota Center for Persons with Disabilities and the Rural Crime and Justice Center, two Centers of Excellence, are also located in the building.

As the day sets, Old Main is as glorious as ever, standing proud and ready to serve thousands of students and guests every year. We would like to invite you to tour our campus in person. It’s a pretty cool place-come and experience what other students are saying: we're just the right size and we're in just the right location. Come and see for yourself!