January
Warrior Words II: Veterans of U.S. wars to present monologue writing
Wednesday Jan. 7, 2015 12:00 AM
Jan. 13 in Aleshire Theater at 7:30 p.m., veterans of U.S. wars will present work they completed in “Warrior Words,” a monologue-writing workshop offered by The Greater Grand Forks Community Theatre in Minot and three other North Dakota cities.
Tigirlily to perform at Minot State
Friday Jan. 16, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State Athletics has reached an agreement with modern country-pop group Tigirlily to perform a full concert following the conclusion of the Minot State men's and women's basketball games against Augustana College on Jan. 31 in the Minot State Dome.
Pennies for Patients underway at Minot State
Wednesday Jan. 21, 2015 12:00 AM
To combat blood cancer, MSU Residence Life and Housing office and Student Activities are spearheading Pennies for Patients, its annual fundraiser for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. A Penny Carnival, open to the public, is Jan. 27 in the Dome from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m.
MSU seeking scholarship applications
Thursday Jan. 29, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University is offering the most scholarships ever for the upcoming 2015-16 academic year.
Affordable Care Act enrollment event slated
Thursday Jan. 29, 2015 12:00 AM
Individuals seeking information on the Affordable Care Act Marketplace or accessing health insurance coverage can find help Feb. 5. MSU’s NDCPD, NDDAC and NDESPA are organizing a free, public enrollment event at Bismarck’s First Presbyterian Church, from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m., ACA Enrollment Flier 2015.pdf .
MSU combats blood cancer with Pennies for Patients
Thursday Jan. 29, 2015 12:00 AM
To combat blood cancer, the Residence Life and Housing office and Student Activities are spearheading Pennies for Patients, its annual fundraiser for The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society. MSU offices, departments or organizations support Pennies for Patients by displaying posters and contribution buckets.
Darwin Day 2015
Friday Jan. 30, 2015 12:00 AM
For its seventh year running, Darwin Day returns to Minot State University Feb. 12-13. Darwin Day is a global celebration of science and reason, with a focus on how all living creatures evolve.
February
MSU art offers open-studio opportunities
Tuesday Feb. 3, 2015 12:00 AM
To fight winter doldrums, the MSU Art Program offers ceramic open-studio sessions to the public during spring semester. The open-studio meetings will be Tuesdays from Feb.10 to March 10, and then March 24 and 31.
MSU Science Open House will captivate audiences of all ages
Tuesday Feb. 10, 2015 12:00 AM
The Cyril Moore Science Center and AUGITE, the geology student club, are hosting an open house Feb. 24, for students in grades 3-6, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. MSU faculty and students will highlight current science research projects and perform hourly chemistry “magic shows.”
Minot State spring enrollment numbers up
Wednesday Feb. 18, 2015 12:00 AM
Official spring 2015 enrollment numbers at Minot State University show a 2 percent increase compared to last year’s official spring numbers. Final student headcount after the fourth week of the spring 2015 semester is 3,320 students, an increase of 66 students over last year.
MSU Theatre’s ‘A Piece of My Heart’ explores war experience
Friday Feb. 20, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU’s Program of Theatre Arts presents Shirley Lauro’s “A Piece of My Heart” Feb. 24-28 in Aleshire Theater at 7:30 p.m. Carlen Gilseth, communication arts assistant professor, will direct the play.
Building diverse relationships
Friday Feb. 20, 2015 12:00 AM
On Feb. 26, NDCPD and MSU’s Diversity Committee will host Kostas Voutsas, motivational speaker and DSU business assistant professor. Voutsas will present “North Dakota Cookbook: Building Diverse Relationships One Pot at a Time.”
Minot State's SNDU chapter hosts Dr. Seuss literacy event in MPS district
Thursday Feb. 26, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University’s Students of North Dakota United chapter and North Dakota United-Retired will host a literacy event throughout the Minot Public School District Friday (Feb. 27). The event commemorates Dr. Seuss’ upcoming birthday and Read Across America.
March
MSU chapter of Collegiate DECA triumphed
Monday Mar. 30, 2015 12:00 AM
Members of the MSU chapter of Collegiate DECA excelled at the Collegiate DECA State Conference competition.
Otter Tail Corporation CEO to give business presentation
Monday Mar. 9, 2015 12:00 AM
Jim McIntyre, Otter Tail Corporation chief executive officer, will present to MSU students, faculty and staff March 10 in Main 104 at 12:30 p.m. The College of Business is sponsoring the presentation.
MSU bone marrow drive
Monday Mar. 2, 2015 12:00 AM
The Minot State University Biology Department, Club Biology and biology students are teaming up with Delete Blood Cancer, an organization leading the fight to eradicate blood cancer, to host a bone marrow drive March 11, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the Beaver Dam (Student Center, second floor).
Minot State's SNDU chapter coordinates Dr. Seuss literacy event in MPS district
Tuesday Mar. 3, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU’s SNDU chapter and NDU-Retired united for a literacy campaign throughout the Minot Public School District.
Minot State hosting Science Olympiad
Wednesday Mar. 4, 2015 12:00 AM
The Division of Science is hosting a regional Science Olympiad March 16 on MSU’s campus from 8:30 a.m. until 2 p.m. Middle school and high school students from area schools will participate.
Bone marrow donor registration drive: Swab your cheek, save a life
Thursday Mar. 5, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU students in “The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks," a first-year experience course, are teaming up with Delete Blood Cancer to host a bone marrow donor registration drive Wednesday (March 11), from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in the Beaver Dam (Student Center, second floor).
SGA election results
Friday Mar. 6, 2015 12:00 AM
SGA is the governing entity for the MSU student body and functions as its chief law and policymaking organization. SGA held elections for a new slate of officers and senators.
Student Success Center coordinates MSU Job Fair
Monday Mar. 23, 2015 12:00 AM
SSC will sponsor the 2015 MSU Job Fair Wednesday (March 25) in the Conference Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Rona Alexander to keynote at NSSLHA spring conference
Monday Mar. 23, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU's NSSLHA chapter is holding its 2015 spring conference March 27 in the Conference Center from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The keynote speaker is Rona Alexander, a speech-language pathologist specializing in the assessment and treatment of neuromuscular and musculoskeletal systems impairments in children.
Virtual presentation with Norwegian ambassador and MSU students slated
Monday Mar. 23, 2015 12:00 AM
Kåre R. Aas, Norway’s ambassador to the U.S. will chat live with MSU students April 29 in Aleshire Theater, 1-1:50 p.m. With digital diplomacy, the Royal Norwegian Embassy, launched the #VirtualAmbassador Program, which enables American university students to interact live with Aas.
April
Hope for the Hungry Community Banquet
Monday Apr. 6, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University students who are part of the Honors Society and are currently enrolled in Hon 391H “Community Problem Solving” will host the Minot Area Hope for the Hungry Community Banquet Friday (April 10) at Sevens Restaurant (2315 North Broadway) at 6 p.m.
Record number of MSU students on ‘Who’s Who’ list
Tuesday Apr. 7, 2015 12:00 AM
“Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges” selected 35 juniors and seniors for inclusion in the 2015 edition. This is the most students chosen for inclusion in Minot State University’s recent history.
Inauguration celebration of MSU President Steven W. Shirley slated
Wednesday Apr. 8, 2015 12:00 AM
The inauguration of Steven W. Shirley as the 11th president of Minot State University will celebrate the university’s honored past and history of service while advancing its future.
‘Circle Mirror Transformation’ brings drama and trauma
Tuesday Apr. 14, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU’s Program of Theatre Arts presents Annie Baker’s “Circle Mirror Transformation" April 21-25 in Aleshire Theater at 7:30 p.m.
MSU Staff Senate donates $2,000 to Minot Backpack Buddies Program
Tuesday Apr. 14, 2015 12:00 AM
Steven Shirley, Minot State University president, on behalf of MSU Staff Senate, recently presented a $2,000 check, to the Minot Backpack Buddies Program. The $2,000 was raised during Staff Senate’s annual silent auction.
MSU Summer Theatre to hold auditions for children
Thursday Apr. 16, 2015 12:00 AM
Auditions for children, ages 6-14, for Minot State University Summer Theatre’s 50th anniversary will be held April 25 in Aleshire Theater from 10 a.m. to noon.
National Science Foundation to visit MSU
Tuesday Apr. 7, 2015 12:00 AM
Arcady Mushegian and Timothy VanReken, National Science Foundation representatives, will visit Minot State University April 21.
MSU's Flat Tail Press hosts celebration of print
Tuesday Apr. 21, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University’s Flat Tail Press will host a celebration of printmaking May 2 in Hartnett 215E, from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. MSU students and faculty will join printmakers from around the world to participate in the worldwide Print Day in May event.
SSWO symposium to look at human trafficking
Wednesday Apr. 29, 2015 12:00 AM
SSWO will sponsor "Stolen Lives: The Reality of Human Trafficking” April 30 in the Cyril Moore Science Center Auditorium, 8 a.m.-5 p.m.
Minot State University students don cap and gown
Wednesday Apr. 29, 2015 12:00 AM
More than 775 undergraduate and graduate students were eligible to walk through Minot State University’s commencement exercises May 15.
May
MSU students present Hope for the Hungry Banquet proceeds to Salvation Army
Tuesday May. 5, 2015 12:00 AM
May 7, MSU students from HON 391: Community Problem Solving will present a $2,000 check from the Hope for the Hungry Community Banquet to the Minot Salvation Army’s food pantry. The event will be in the Honors Room (Model 208) at 10 a.m.
MSU graduates and alumnus to speak at commencement
Friday May. 8, 2015 12:00 AM
Graduate student Emily Gordon, undergraduate student Cameron McBeth and alumnus Nathan Conway addressed the Class of 2015 at MSU’s commencement ceremony May 15.
MSU hosts Friend-raising Golf Tour in area communities
Tuesday May. 19, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU alumni and friends are invited to participate in the 10th annual Friend-raising Golf Tour. The summer tour will stop in six cities: Velva, Rugby, Stanley, Bottineau, Garrison and Kenmare.
Fallen heroes honored by MSU Veterans Center
Wednesday May. 20, 2015 12:00 AM
The MSU Veterans Center honored veterans May 22 with a search-and-discover-fallen-heroes mission on Minot State University’s campus.Other events are planned.
MSU Summer Theatre commemorates 50 years
Thursday May. 21, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU’s Summer Theatre will celebrate its 50th season by producing five favorite shows. “Nunsense” ran June 9-13 and “Annie” June 17-21. “Greater Tuna” is June 26-30, “Little Shop of Horrors” July 7-11 and “The Music Man” July 21-25.
Dakota Chamber Music returns to MSU June 8-14
Thursday May. 21, 2015 12:00 AM
The Dakota Chamber Music will celebrate its 19th season June 8-14. The institute brings professional artists together with talented and motivated students and adults for intensive performance and study.
MSU Summer Theatre commemorates 50 years
Thursday May. 21, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU Summer Theatre will celebrate its 50th season by producing five favorite shows. “Nunsense” will run June 9-13, “Annie” June 17-21, “Greater Tuna” June 26-30, “Little Shop of Horrors” July 7-11 and “The Music Man” July 21-25.
June
MSU, Minot Sertoma and MACF update Nelson Hall to help individuals with hearing impairments
Monday Jun. 22, 2015 12:00 AM
With MSU’s endorsement and matching funding from the Minot Area Community Foundation, the Minot Sertoma Club contracted to install induction looping in Ann Nicole Nelson Hall to make events more enjoyable for all those wearing hearing aids and cochlear implants. The work was completed June 19. To assist with funding this project, the Minot Sertoma Club is conducting a Celebrate Sound Walk Thursday (June 25) at Duane Carlson Field from 5:30 to 8:30 p.m.
Spring 2015 MSU President's & Deans' Lists
Monday Jun. 8, 2015 9:00 AM
A total of 488 undergraduate students were named to the spring semester 2015 President’s List at Minot State University, according to President Steven W. Shirley.
Northern Plains Writing Project kicks off with pre-institute
Monday Jun. 1, 2015 12:00 AM
With a pre-institute session, The Northern Plains Writing Project launched its NPWP Institutes that begin July 6 and finish July 30 at MSU. In addition to writing and teaching, participating teachers will also read and discuss “Write Like This” and “Readicide,” written by Kelly Gallagher.
July
Minot State hosting annual luau at NDSF
Sunday Jul. 19, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU invites alumni and friends to a luau party at the North Dakota State Fair on July 22, 5-8 p.m. This event, which is free with paid gate admission, will be in the outdoor area of the Flickertail Gardens.
Minot State hosting annual luau at NDSF
Sunday Jul. 19, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU invites alumni and friends to a luau party at the North Dakota State Fair on July 22, 5-8 p.m. This event, which is free with paid gate admission, will be in the outdoor area of the Flickertail Gardens.
Grants enable Minot State’s POWER Center to remain dedicated to student growth
Tuesday Jul. 21, 2015 12:00 AM
Recently, the POWER Center had its Title IV grant renewed and received an additional grant that focuses on the needs of students with disabilities. The U.S. Department of Education grants provide opportunities for academic development, assist students with basic college requirements and motivate students toward completing their postsecondary education.
August
Area educators attend NPWP institutes at MSU
Tuesday Aug. 4, 2015 12:00 AM
The Northern Plains Writing Project Institutes started July 6 and ended July 31. In addition to writing and teaching, the nine participating teachers read and discussed “Write Like This” and “Readicide,” written by Kelly Gallagher.
Dan Langemo named MSU major gifts officer
Friday Aug. 28, 2015 12:00 AM
Dan Langemo has been named the new major gifts officer at Minot State University. He assumed his new duties Sept. 1.
WPO Gala to celebrate Bowles’ contribution and welcome McQuade
Friday Aug. 28, 2015 12:00 AM
Western Plains Opera will celebrate Ken Bowles’ contribution and welcome Mark McQuade at the WPO Opera Gala. The celebration will be Tuesday (Sept. 1) at the Holiday Inn Riverside at 7 p.m.
September
Business programs receive specialized accreditation
Wednesday Sep. 2, 2015 12:00 AM
IACBE board of commissioners recently reaffirmed accreditation of business programs offered by MSU’s College of Business.
MSU CD Vocal Function Lab benefits from community grant
Thursday Sep. 3, 2015 12:00 AM
The MSU Communication Disorders Department Vocal Function Laboratory is equipped with a new patient exam chair after receiving a $5000 community grant from Sertoma International in March 2015.
Homecoming king and queen named
Wednesday Sep. 16, 2015 12:00 AM
Reagan VanTeeling and Alex Buchholz were named the MSU homecoming king and queen Sept. 15 during a coronation.
MSU Alumni Association bestowed awards
Wednesday Sep. 16, 2015 12:00 AM
Linda (Wagner) Christianson, Deb (David) Schultz and Sandy (Schjeldahl) Starr received the Alumni Association’s Golden Award Sept. 17. Dr. Tami Jollie-Trottier received the Young Alumni Achievement Award.
MSU partners with Polish university
Friday Sep. 18, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University and the University of Social Science and Humanities, Poland, are partnering to offer exchange programs, study abroad programs, dual diplomas and faculty exchanges.
Minot Symphony Orchestra welcomes new conductor
Monday Sep. 21, 2015 12:00 AM
The Minot Symphony Orchestra will host a “Meet the Maestro” open house, welcoming its new conductor Efraín Amaya, Oct. 6 in the Conference Center (Student Center, third floor), from 5 to 7 p.m.
October
New interpreting and sign language degree approved for MSU
Monday Oct. 12, 2015 12:00 AM
In collaboration with Lake Region State College and the North Dakota School for the Deaf/Resource Center for Deaf and Hard of Hearing, Minot State University will offer a Bachelor of Applied Science in Interpreting and Sign Language Studies degree.
MSO opens ‘From the New World’ season
Thursday Oct. 8, 2015 12:00 AM
The Minot Symphony Orchestra will open its 90th season, “From the New World," Saturday (Oct. 10) with Efrain Amaya, the new music director at its helm. “Scandinavian Celebration,” MSO’s first concert of a new era, begins in Ann Nicole Nelson Hall at 7:30 p.m.
MSU Theatre Arts presents "A Midsummer Night's Dream"
Monday Oct. 19, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University’s Program of Theatre Arts presents William Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream,” re-envisioned and directed by Aili Smith, MSU associate professor and co-chair of Humanities, Oct. 22-24 in Aleshire Theater at 7:30 p.m.
MSU and DCB partner to promote early childhood education
Tuesday Oct. 27, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University and Dakota College at Bottineau are partnering to make teacher education programs more accessible to students. A Memorandum of Understanding was signed Oct. 21, stating that once students earn their associate degrees at DCB in early childhood education, they can then transfer to MSU to complete their Bachelor of Science in Education in early childhood development.
Veterans honored during Veterans Awareness Week
Tuesday Oct. 27, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University’s Veterans Center will recognize veterans during Veterans Awareness Week (Nov. 4-10). There will be a ribbon-cutting ceremony and open house to celebrate the new MSU Veterans Center, and the center is bringing in speakers and representatives from veteran agencies and service organizations to share information with student-veterans.
Campus Players teams with Magic City Misfits for 'The Rocky Horror Picture Show'
Tuesday Oct. 27, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University's Campus Players will host the Magic City Misfits presentation of "The Rocky Horror Picture Show" Oct. 30 at 11:15 p.m. in Aleshire Theater. Doors will open at 10:45 p.m. The pre-show event will begin at 11:15 p.m., with the screening to begin at 11:45 p.m.
Nearly $300K grant awarded to MSU in support of students with intellectual disabilities
Tuesday Oct. 27, 2015 12:00 AM
NDCPD has been awarded a $289,518 grant from the U.S. Department of Education-Office of Post-Secondary Education to support the Advancing Students Toward Education and Employment Program. ASTEP will help young adults with intellectual disabilities, living in rural communities, transition into post-secondary education, resulting in improved employment opportunities and greater life skills and self-determination.
November
MSU to celebrate Native American culture
Friday Nov. 6, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU’s Native American Cultural Awareness Club is sponsoring the Native American Cultural Celebration in November. The commemoration will include speakers, presenters and exhibits of Native American success and culture.
Hess Corporation representatives prepare students with ‘The Interview’
Sunday Nov. 8, 2015 12:00 AM
“The Interview,” the third event of the “Are You Workplace Ready?” series, featured Julie Vetter, North Dakota competency supervisor, and Rachel Allison, senior competency technician, from Hess Corporation working with MSU students.
Freezin’ for a Reason brings awareness of homelessness, hunger
Thursday Nov. 12, 2015 12:00 AM
The MSU Student Social Work Organization is sponsoring “Freezin’ for a Reason” Nov. 14 in the Marketplace Foods’ parking lot (1620 South Broadway, Minot), 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Trinity-MSU partnership increases number of nursing graduates
Monday Nov. 16, 2015 12:00 AM
An unqualified success. That’s how Trinity Health and Minot State University officials describe a program aimed at generating more baccalaureate degree nurses for North Dakota’s future.
December
Technology Day showcases students of all ages
Tuesday Dec. 1, 2015 12:00 AM
Wednesday (Dec. 2) at Minot State University, high school students will compete at the Department of Business Information Technology’s 18th annual Technology Day. The high school students attend 13 regional schools.
‘Make the Call, Win it All’ at KMSU Auction
Tuesday Dec. 1, 2015 12:00 AM
The MSU Program of Broadcasting will host its 17th annual KMSU Auction Thursday (Dec. 3). The auction will air live on public access Channel 19 at 6:30 p.m., with a preshow starting at 5 p.m. Bids will be accepted by phone at that time at 858-4019.
Nursing Scholarship Day highlights student research
Tuesday Dec. 1, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State’s Department of Nursing is sponsoring its semiannual Nursing Scholarship Day Dec. 13 in Ann Nicole Nelson Hall, starting at 8:30 a.m. Nursing students will showcase their research for fall semester.
MSU Campus Players presents 'Alice in Wonderland'
Wednesday Dec. 2, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University's Campus Players presents “Alice in Wonderland” Dec. 9-11 in Aleshire Theater at 7:30 p.m.; the doors will open at 7 p.m. A matinee performance will be Dec. 12 at 2 p.m.; the doors will open at 1:30 p.m.
Area students compete at Technology Day
Monday Dec. 7, 2015 12:00 AM
High school students from across the area competed Dec. 3 in the MSU Department of Business Information Technology's 18th annual Technology Day. Schools participating included Berthold, Bowbells, Burke Central, Des Lacs-Burlington, Kenmare, Powers Lake, Sawyer, Stanley, TGU Granville, TGU Towner, Underwood and Westhope.
MSU history students to give public presentations of research
Friday Dec. 11, 2015 12:00 AM
MSU students enrolled in HIST 251: Introduction to Public History will deliver public presentations of their local history research Dec. 17 in Main 211, 10 a.m.-noon. The event is free and open to the public.
Holiday hours
Thursday Dec. 17, 2015 12:00 AM
Minot State University will close at noon on Dec. 24 and will be closed Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. During the holiday season, Minot State entities have varying schedules.
KMSU Auction: a success for students
Thursday Dec. 17, 2015 12:00 AM
The Minot State University broadcasting program’s 17th annual auction successfully raised $8,400. This unique fundraising event was organized, produced and promoted entirely by MSU students.
SGA names Bertsch, Conn, Crackel, Geller and Markel as MSU Professors and Advisor of the Year
Monday Dec. 21, 2015 12:00 AM
The Student Government Association selected Andy Bertsch, Dan Conn, Robert Crackel, Laurie Geller and Paul Markel as the 2014-15 Professors and Advisor of the Year.
Minot State University's Top Stories from 2015
Wednesday Dec. 30, 2015 12:00 AM
