January
Darwin Day 2017: Celebrating science and humanity
Thursday Feb. 2, 2017 12:00 AM
Darwin Day returns to Minot State University Feb. 9-10. Darwin Day is a global celebration of science and reason, focusing on how all living creatures evolve.
2016 Fall President's List and Dean's Lists
Thursday Jan. 5, 2017 12:00 AM
Minot State University reports its academic honor rolls by providing a “President’s List” and three rolls named “Dean’s List.” The President’s List names students with a grade point average of 3.8 and above. The “Dean’s List” – one each from the College of Arts and Sciences, the College of Business and the College of Education and Health Sciences – will recognize students who earned GPAs of 3.5 to 3.79 within their respective colleges.
CoB students compete side by side with Canadians
Wednesday Jan. 18, 2017 12:00 AM
Miriam Dumes and Erin Kampen, College of Business students, recently competed on two separate teams with University of Regina students. The two MSU students won awards.
Minot city planner to speak at Democracy Cafe
Wednesday Jan. 18, 2017 12:00 AM
Robert Davis, Minot planning director, will discuss “Planning for a Changing and Growing Minot” at the next Democracy Café Tuesday Jan. 24.
Walter Piehl artwork honors Governor Burgum's inauguration
Friday Jan. 20, 2017 12:00 AM
North Dakota Governor Doug Burgum and First Lady Kathryn Helgass Burgum commissioned Walter Piehl, North Dakota visual artist and Minot State University art professor, in December to commemorate his inauguration with a painting.
Community Rocks! to benefit Roosevelt Park Zoo
Monday Jan. 30, 2017 12:00 AM
The third annual Community Rocks! 2017 concert will be Feb. 4 at The Grand, with music beginning at 7 p.m. Erik Anderson, MSU music professor, will conduct the Community Rocks Symphony Orchestra in 15 rock classics. Melissa Spelchen, criminal justice assistant professor, is lead vocalist.
Joe Davis commemorates Black History Month
Monday Jan. 30, 2017 12:00 AM
As part of Black History Month, Joe Davis, Minot State University alumnus, will present “The Future of Black History” Feb. 3 in the Multicultural Center, at 10 a.m.
Appreciation Night slated for Feb. 10
Monday Jan. 30, 2017 12:00 AM
Special events are planned for the Alumni, Beaver Boosters and Friends Appreciation Night on Feb. 10, when MSU basketball hosts University of Minnesota-Duluth.
MSU Alumni Association goes to Arizona
Tuesday Jan. 31, 2017 12:00 AM
MSU’s Alumni Association and President Steven Shirley will host Arizona reunion events March 2-5.
February
Beta Theta Sorority and American Red Cross partner on blood drive
Monday Feb. 6, 2017 12:00 AM
The Beta Theta Sorority will sponsor a blood drive Feb. 17 in the Swain Hall Atrium from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Minot State Division of Science reaches out to community
Friday Feb. 10, 2017 12:00 AM
The Cyril Moore Science Center and the undergraduate student clubs are hosting an open house Feb. 21 for grade 3-6 students, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. MSU faculty and students will demonstrate science research projects. For the public, a chemistry magic show starts promptly at 3 p.m.
Federal law enforcement professionals: MSU graduates featured in CJ Club’s symposium
Monday Feb. 13, 2017 12:00 AM
MSU’s Criminal Justice Club will sponsor “Federal Law Enforcement Professionals” Thursday (Feb. 16) in Swain Hall’s third floor lounge at 6 p.m.
Minot State University Technology Day winners
Thursday Feb. 16, 2017 12:00 AM
Students from 15 area high schools competed Feb. 15 at the MSU Department of Business Information Technology’s 19th annual Tech Day. Berthold won the Sweepstakes Team Award.
Minot State celebrates Mother Language Day
Friday Feb. 17, 2017 12:00 AM
Minot State will host a community celebration of multilingualism, diversity and culture Feb. 21 in the Multicultural Center at 1:30 p.m.
Theatre students present thought-provoking ‘Student Body’
Wednesday Feb. 22, 2017 12:00 AM
MSU’s Theatre Program will present “Student Body” Wednesday through Saturday (Feb. 22-25) in Aleshire Theater at 7:30 p.m. The play follows a group of college students who discover a disturbing videotape of a sexual assault that occurred at a party they attended.
Corbitt is ‘Affirming Campuses’
Wednesday Feb. 22, 2017 12:00 AM
Darcy Jeda Corbitt, MSU Diversity Council's guest speaker, will present “Affirming Campuses: Making Classrooms Inclusive of LGBTQ+ Student” Thursday (Feb. 23) in the Multicultural Center at 1 and 3 p.m.
MSU students give free hearing screenings on World Hearing Day
Saturday Feb. 25, 2017 12:00 AM
MSU’s Department of Communication Disorders, NSSLHA and CD 513 Assessment students will provide free hearing screenings March 3 for World Hearing Day.
MSU students and senior citizens learn from each other
Saturday Feb. 25, 2017 12:00 AM
Freshmen enrolled in Leisa Harmon’s University Studies 110 class are facilitating a book club, which is reading Laura Ingalls Wilder’s “Little House in the Big Woods,” at the Parker Senior Center.
MSU open house offers glimpse of student experience
Monday Feb. 27, 2017 12:00 AM
On April 22 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Minot State University invites prospective students and their families to a Spring Open House. They will experience what campus life is like for students.
March
Minot State University hosting Science Olympiad
Thursday Mar. 9, 2017 12:00 AM
The MSU Division of Science will host area middle and high school students Monday (March 13) for a regional Science Olympiad, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Minot State students on ‘Who’s Who’ list for 80 years
Friday Mar. 10, 2017 12:00 AM
“Who’s Who Among Students in American Universities and Colleges” selected 17 Minot State University juniors and seniors for inclusion in the 2017 edition.
Minot State hosting 2017 NDSTA/NDCTM STEAM Conference
Thursday Mar. 16, 2017 12:00 AM
On March 24 and 25, Minot State University will host the 2017 NDSTA/NDCTM STEAM Conference, which is the statewide conference of the North Dakota Science Teachers Association and the North Dakota Council of Teachers of Mathematics.
Career Center coordinates 2017 MSU Job Fair
Thursday Mar. 23, 2017 12:00 AM
The Career Center will sponsor the 2017 MSU Career Fair Wednesday (March 29) in the Conference Center from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The career fair is open to all Minot State students in all majors.
Minot State Concert Choir at Legislative Showcase at State Capitol
Friday Mar. 24, 2017 12:00 AM
This Wednesday (March 29) at 11:30 a.m., the MSU Concert Choir, under the direction of Carlos Vieira, music assistant professor, will be part of a choral concert during the NDUS Legislative Showcase.
Student Satisfaction Inventory and the Priorities Survey for Online Learners
Monday Mar. 27, 2017 12:00 AM
MSU is administering the Student Satisfaction Inventory and the Priorities Survey for Online Learners to students. The online survey is available until this Friday (March 31).
24th NSSLHA spring conference focusing on school-age stuttering therapy
Monday Mar. 27, 2017 12:00 AM
NSSLHA-MSU chapter is holding its 2017 spring conference Friday (March 31) in the Conference Center, 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m. The theme is “School-age Stuttering Therapy: What do we ALL need?”
Theatre program explores objectivity and art in new production
Thursday Mar. 30, 2017 12:00 AM
The MSU Theatre Arts Program presents Neil LaBute’s “The Shape of Things” April 5-8 in the Black Box Theater at 7:30 p.m.
April
Minot State returns to the mall after hiatus
Monday Apr. 3, 2017 12:00 AM
Minot State University is returning to Dakota Square April 8 after a three-year hiatus. With campus groups participating, “MSU at the Mall” will be an afternoon full of activities for all ages to learn more about the university.
Minot State students honored on ‘Who’s Who’ list
Monday Apr. 10, 2017 12:00 AM
MSU honored 17 juniors and seniors listed in the 2017 edition of “Who’s Who” April 5. A campus nomination committee and editors of the annual directory picked the students based on their academic achievement, community service, leadership skills and potential for continued success.
Clothesline Project displayed during Sexual Assault Awareness Month
Wednesday Apr. 12, 2017 12:00 AM
During April, SAAC, Title IX Office and Residence Life and Housing are teaming up for the Clothesline Project to show how sexual assault and domestic violence impact many. The event is part of MSU’s “It’s on Us” campaign.
MSU Honor Dance: Celebrates accomplishments
Thursday Apr. 13, 2017 12:00 AM
Minot State’s Dome will come alive with tradition, color and movement April 28-29 during the 28th annual Spring Honor Dance and Powwow Celebration. Sponsored by the Native American Cultural Awareness Club, the Native American Center and the university, the event will honor all 2017 graduates.
Alumni Association’s premier Gala event is April 28
Monday Apr. 17, 2017 12:00 AM
The 34th annual Gala Dinner and Auction will commemorate Minot State University’s history, its alumni, its students and its future April 28 at The Grand Hotel, Minot. This event supports student scholarships and Alumni Association activities.
MSU Development Foundation announces completion of successful capital campaign
Thursday Apr. 27, 2017 12:00 AM
In 2009, the MSU Development Foundation embarked on “Our Place, Our Time,” a $26 million capital campaign. The campaign concluded Dec. 31, raising $31.2 million.
MSU choirs present the concert ‘Transcendental’
Thursday Apr. 27, 2017 12:00 AM
MSU Women's Chorus, MSU Concert Choir and the newly formed Arts Crossing Ensemble will perform a choir concert Sunday (April 30) in Ann Nicole Nelson Hall at 7:30 p.m. The theme will be “Transcendental.”
May
MSU’S Flat Tail Press to celebrate print
Tuesday May. 2, 2017 12:00 AM
Flat Tail Press will host a celebration of printmaking May 5-6 in Hartnett 215E. MSU students, faculty and staff and community members will join printmakers from around the world to participate in the worldwide Print Day in May event.
Success celebrated at MSU CoB recognition banquet
Tuesday May. 2, 2017 12:00 AM
Minot State University College of Business will hold its annual Recognition Banquet May 5 at the Grand Hotel at 5 p.m. This event acknowledges students for academic and organizational success.
WPO slates auditions for ‘Orpheus in the Underworld’
Tuesday May. 2, 2017 12:00 AM
Minot’s Western Plains Opera announces Monday (May 15)open auditions for its September production of Jacques Offenbach’s hilarious operetta, “Orpheus and the Underworld.”
Minot State University students don cap and gown
Friday May. 5, 2017 12:00 AM
More than 695 undergraduate and graduate students were eligible to walk through Minot State University’s commencement exercises May 12 in the Dome.
MSU hosts Friend-raising Golf Tour in area communities
Wednesday May. 24, 2017 12:00 AM
Minot State University alumni and friends are invited to participate in the 12th annual Friend-raising Golf Tour.
SGA names Professors and Advisor of the Year
Wednesday May. 24, 2017 12:00 AM
Minot State University’s Student Government Association selected Tawnya Bernsdorf, Dan Conn, Eileen Solberg and Naomi Winburn as 2016-17 Professors and Advisor of the Year.
Linda Benson recognized as staff emeritus at Minot State
Wednesday May. 31, 2017 12:00 AM
Linda Benson, public information specialist, retired May 31 after 34 years of service to Minot State University. Benson is the first staff member to be awarded staff emeritus by MSU President Steven Shirley.
June
Xcel Energy donates to Minot State STEM program students
Monday Jun. 26, 2017 12:00 AM
Xcel Energy’s donation will fund scholarships for students in MSU’s STEM (science, technology, engineering, and mathematics) program.
Minot State University begins construction on relocating Northwest Art Center
Monday Jun. 26, 2017 12:00 AM
Minot State University commenced work on relocating the privately-funded Northwest Art Center.
Spring 2017 Presiden't List and Dean's List
Tuesday Jun. 27, 2017 12:00 AM
A total of 459 undergraduate students were named to the spring semester 2017 President’s List at Minot State University, according to President Steven W. Shirley. To be named to the MSU President’s List, students must earn a grade point average of at least 3.8 for the semester and complete a minimum of 12 hours of instruction.
July
Thank you Minot Air Force Base
Monday Jul. 3, 2017 12:36 PM
A thank you to Minot Air Force Base by President Shirley.
Begin your college journey with us.
Monday Jul. 17, 2017 12:00 AM
Minot State University offers 60 undergraduate majors, small class sizes, affordable tuition, and a friendly-community atmosphere all with the big university feel.
North Dakota Art Gallery Association receives grant
Wednesday Aug. 23, 2017 2:00 PM
In support of efforts to provide arts programming in their community, the North Dakota Art Gallery Association (NDAGA) was awarded a $6,921 Institutional Support grant by the North Dakota Council on the Arts (NDCA).
August
NDCPD awarded Administration for Community Living Core Grant
Monday Aug. 14, 2017 2:10 PM
MINOT, N.D. – The North Dakota Center for Persons with Disabilities (NDCPD), a University Center of Excellence on Developmental Disabilities, Education, Research and Service at Minot State University, was awarded a $2.735 million grant from the Administration for Community Living (ACL).
Minot State celebrates record year of giving
Thursday Aug. 31, 2017 3:00 PM
For the second straight year, the Minot State University Development Foundation has reported a record year in giving to the university during Fiscal Year 2017.
Minot State Diversity Council announces 2017-18 campus & community events
Thursday Aug. 31, 2017 4:00 PM
The Minot State University Diversity Council will host multiple events during the 2017-18 school year as a part of its ongoing mission and vision.
September
Minot State Veterans Services to host two events
Monday Sep. 11, 2017 9:00 AM
The Minot State University Veterans Services office will host a 9/11 remembrance moment of silence event and will dedicate a POW/MIA table display in the campus dinning facility during the week of September 11-15.
Walther earns Bakken U Scholarship
Monday Sep. 11, 2017 4:30 PM
Minot State University student Nicole Walther is one of two individuals who was awarded the Bakken U Scholarship for 2017-18, the North Dakota University System announced.
Deaf Education Program celebrates anniversary with multiple events
Tuesday Sep. 12, 2017 5:00 PM
Minot State University’s Deaf Education Program will celebrate its 55th anniversary with events planned during Homecoming 2017. “Celebrating Centuries in Deaf Education: Honor the Past – Inspire the Future” will include guest lectures, a symposium, and reunion during the week of Sept. 19-23.
Minot State, Minot Area Community Foundation bring UNITY to Minot
Friday Sep. 15, 2017 4:00 PM
Minot State University has partnered with the Minot Area Community Foundation to bring the UNITY Project to campus beginning Monday, Sept. 18 and continuing throughout MSU’s Homecoming 2017 week.
Alumni Association to honor five
Friday Sep. 15, 2017 4:00 PM
The Minot State University Alumni Association will honor four individuals with the Golden Award and one with the Young Alumni Achievement Award at the 50th Anniversary Dinner.
Dale and Vonnie Brown Scholarship Endowment established at Minot State
Thursday Sep. 28, 2017 2:00 PM
The Minot State University Advancement Office is proud to announce that family and friends of Dale and Vonnie Brown have established a scholarship in their name.
Minot State NOTSTOCK: Come create art with us
Thursday Sep. 28, 2017 2:00 PM
In its 11th year, NOTSTOCK urges Minot and surrounding communities to “come create art with us!”
October
Minot State unveils four-year renewable award
Tuesday Oct. 10, 2017 10:00 AM
Minot State University (MSU) has announced the implementation of a newly created four-year renewable award beginning in the fall of 2018.
Minot State plans Take Back the Night event
Wednesday Oct. 11, 2017 2:00 PM
The Minot State University Student Social Work Organization, MSU Title IX/Keep U Safe program, and the Domestic Violence Crisis Center have teamed up to sponsor the second annual Take Back the Night event Thursday, Oct. 19 at the Beaver Dam in the Student Center.
Grandniece donates Hartnett letters to MSU
Thursday Oct. 12, 2017 4:00 PM
Mary Murphy, the grandniece of Lester and Eva Hartnett, donated letters written by Lester during World War I to Minot State University during an event Wednesday morning in the building that bears the Hartnett name.
Month-long Native American Cultural Celebration begins Wednesday
Monday Oct. 30, 2017 6:30 AM
The Minot State University Native American Cultural Center and Club, along with the MSU Diversity Council, will begin a month-long Native American Cultural Celebration Nov. 1.
November
Minot State hosts the 37th Northwest International Festival of Music
Tuesday Oct. 31, 2017 5:00 PM
Minot State University will again be the destination for the region’s best music talent as the MSU Division of Music will host the Northwest International Festival of Music Nov. 3-4.
Minot State celebrates Veterans Week
Friday Nov. 3, 2017 2:00 PM
The Minot State University Veterans Center has planned five days of events during MSU Veterans Week running Nov. 6-11.
MSU sends 11 to Peace Garden Conference
Friday Nov. 3, 2017 3:00 PM
Students from Minot State University and their counterparts from Brandon (Manitoba) University met Oct. 20 for the 65th Annual Peace Garden Conference for an event titled, “Canada and the US: Then and Now.”
Minot State co-sponsors Veterans Employer Summit
Friday Nov. 3, 2017 3:30 PM
The Minot State University Veteran Center, along with Fortis Energy Services and area partners, are proud to sponsor the 2nd annual Veterans Employer Summit Monday, Nov. 6 at the MSU Student Center.
Enrollment Services plans 2017 Fall Preview Day
Monday Nov. 6, 2017 5:00 PM
Minot State University Enrollment Services Fall Preview Day is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 18 on the MSU campus.
Tech Day attracts students from across the region
Wednesday Nov. 29, 2017 9:00 AM
The 20th annual installment of Minot State University Technology Day will bring students from across the region to the MSU campus for a day-long event filled with competitions.
KMSU Auction returns for its 19th year
Wednesday Nov. 29, 2017 5:00 PM
The Minot State University Broadcasting Department will host the 19th annual KMSU Auction on Thursday, Nov. 30, starting at 6:30 p.m.
Props for Pictures, Art Exhibition - Opening Reception
Thursday Nov. 30, 2017 9:00 AM
On Friday, December 1, Minot is invited to view paintings that challenge our notions on what painting should be. In his exhibition “Props for Pictures,” Douglas Degges questions our rapid-fire, visual culture, and stretches us to find beauty in the simple painted surface.
Annual ‘Messiah’ to be presented Sunday at Minot State
Thursday Nov. 30, 2017 12:00 PM
The Heritage Singers, Voices of Note, and various community members will join Minot State University’s Concert Choir in a presentation of Handel’s “Messiah” Sunday, Dec. 3 at Ann Nicole Nelson Hall on the MSU campus.
December
Area students excel at MSU Tech Day
Monday Dec. 4, 2017 4:00 PM
The 20th annual installment of Minot State University Technology Day brought students from across the region to the MSU campus for a day-long event filled with competitions.
Minot’s Common Heritage Project to be presented
Wednesday Dec. 6, 2017 8:00 AM
Directors of Minot’s Common Heritage Project will give a public presentation Monday, Dec. 11 at 7 p.m., at the Minot Public Library.
Final phase of Air Supported Dome construction begins
Wednesday Dec. 6, 2017 4:00 PM
The highly anticipated installation of the air supported dome over the turf at Minot State University’s Herb Parker Stadium began Monday.
MSU’s College for Kids expands into winter
Thursday Dec. 14, 2017 8:00 AM
The Minot State University College for Kids program has added Winter 2017 Classes to its programing for the first time.
Science students recognized at regional
Thursday Dec. 14, 2017 11:00 AM
Ten Minot State University students along professor Mikhail Bobylev attend the 12th annual Northwest Region Meeting “Undergraduate Research in the Molecular Sciences” event held at Minnesota State University – Moorhead.
Minot State plans open house for Herb Parker dome
Wednesday Dec. 20, 2017 12:01 PM
Minot State University will unveil the air supported dome at Herb Parker Stadium during an open house Jan. 10, 2018, from 6-8 p.m.
Minot State earns Star Volunteers Award
Friday Dec. 22, 2017 12:00 PM
For the third straight year, Minot State University received the Star Volunteers Award from the Roosevelt Park Zoo.
