Name: Taylor Pfeifer Hometown: Reiles Acres, N.D. Taylor Pfeifer, a senior at Northern Cass High School, is celebrating a huge milestone in her education. While Pfeifer is leaving Northern Cass with a high school diploma, she is also leaving with her associates degree from VCSU! Although the journey had its ups and downs, she’s been … Continue reading "Taylor Pfeifer" The post Taylor Pfeifer appeared first on Valley City State University.

Grant Larson, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Education in Elementary Education, will deliver the student address at spring commencement. Hailing from a farm near Leeds, N.D., Larson is the fourth generation in his family to pursue a career in teaching. Throughout his time at VCSU, Larson demonstrated a deep commitment to both his … Continue reading "Grant Larson" The post Grant Larson appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: President’s Column: End of Semester and Planning for Summer The Forge open mic night set for May 14 VCSU hosts Colombian violinist May 14 VCSU Commencement Set for May 17 VCSU hosts Scholar Symposium Multicultural Affairs hosts meal for AAPI month 2025 Viking Awards Senior Spotlight: Peyton Zaun … Continue reading "Hotline // May 14, 2025" The post Hotline // May 14, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

By Alan LaFave, President of VCSU Greetings from VCSU! As we conclude a very successful spring semester, I’d like to take a moment to share some updates on campus projects and priorities we will be addressing during the coming summer months. We are pleased and excited that the McCarthy Hall project is nearing completion. This … Continue reading "President’s Column: End of Semester and Planning for Summer" The post President’s Column: End of Semester and Planning for Summer appeared first on Valley City State University.

Name: Peyton Zaun Hometown: Valley City, N.D. Major/Minor: Chemistry & Health Science  Graduation Year: 2025 What made you choose those majors? I chose my majors because I’ve always had an interest in biological sciences and chemistry, as well as scientific discovery. Are you involved in any extracurricular activities on campus? I was on the Men’s Basketball … Continue reading "Peyton Zaun" The post Peyton Zaun appeared first on Valley City State University.

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 … Continue reading "VCSU Commencement Set for May 17" The post VCSU Commencement Set for May 17 appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: Student Senate Announces 2025 Viking Pilot Awards VCSU Announces McCready Scholars VCSU hosts Colombian violinist May 14 VCSU Commencement Set for May 17 VCHS students recognized at VCSU Dual Credit Writers Conference Dramstad named Difference Maker Viking sports update What’s happening at VCSU and around Valley City… The post Hotline // May 7, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

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. … Continue reading "VCSU Announces McCready Scholars" The post VCSU Announces McCready Scholars appeared first on Valley City State University.

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 Wednesday, 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 … Continue reading "VCSU hosts Colombian violinist May 14" The post VCSU hosts Colombian violinist May 14 appeared first on Valley City State University.

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 … Continue reading "Student Senate Announces 2025 Viking Pilot Awards" The post Student Senate Announces 2025 Viking Pilot Awards appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: President’s Column: Commencement – A Celebration of Achievement with Distinguished Speakers VCSU Music Tour Kick-Off Concert is May 2 VCSU Scholar Symposium set for May 6 Business Department earns IACBE accreditation VCSU Wins Collegiate Trap Shooting State Championship VCSU Students Prepare Free Tax Returns For Community VCSU Piano … Continue reading "Hotline // April 30, 2025" The post Hotline // April 30, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

Name: Camden Schwarzkopf Hometown: Bismarck, N.D. Major/Minor: Software Engineering with a minor in computer science  Graduation Year: 2025 Can you walk us through your typical workday? What does it look like? What do you do? A typical day in my internship involves a mix of technical maintenance, research, development, and documentation, all centered around integrating VR … Continue reading "Camden Schwarzkopf" The post Camden Schwarzkopf appeared first on Valley City State University.

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 … Continue reading "VCSU Scholar Symposium set for May 6" The post VCSU Scholar Symposium set for May 6 appeared first on Valley City State University.

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 … Continue reading "VCSU Wins Collegiate Trap Shooting State Championship" The post VCSU Wins Collegiate Trap Shooting State Championship appeared first on Valley City State University.

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, … Continue reading "VCSU Music Tour Kick-Off Concert is May 2" The post VCSU Music Tour Kick-Off Concert is May 2 appeared first on Valley City State University.

Photo: Dr. Nicholas Galt, left, and student Grant Larson will speak at VCSU’s Commencement Ceremony on May 17.  By Dr. Alan LaFave, President of VCSU When I consider the multitude of events and activities held each year, none rise to the level of significance as the annual commencement activities. Valley City State University will celebrate … Continue reading "President’s Column: Commencement – A Celebration of Achievement with Distinguished Speakers" The post President’s Column: Commencement – A Celebration of Achievement with Distinguished Speakers appeared first on Valley City State University.

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 … Continue reading "VCSU Students Prepare Free Tax Returns For Community" The post VCSU Students Prepare Free Tax Returns For Community appeared first on Valley City State University.

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 … Continue reading "Business Department earns IACBE accreditation" The post Business Department earns IACBE accreditation appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: VCSU Opera Ensemble Performs Sunday, April 27 3 VCSU Students Compete at DECA Nationals Student Senate Announces Yearly Awards Employee Recognition Dinner set for May 15 Juried Student Art Exhibit opens April 21 2025 Scholar Symposium: call for submissions Meet Macy Fridgen Viking sports update What’s happening at … Continue reading "Hotline // April 23, 2025" The post Hotline // April 23, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

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. … Continue reading "3 VCSU Students Compete at DECA Nationals" The post 3 VCSU Students Compete at DECA Nationals appeared first on Valley City State University.