VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University music department presents an evening recital by Daryn Imani Nowlin, mezzo-soprano, October 15 at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. Nowlin is a rising professional in the music world and will be at VCSU for an afternoon masterclass followed by a free public recital … Continue reading "VCSU Music Welcomes Daryn Imani Nowlin for Guest Recital" The post VCSU Music Welcomes Daryn Imani Nowlin for Guest Recital appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: U.S. News ranks VCSU #2 Public Regional College in the Midwest VCSU celebrates reopening of McCarthy Hall Gable receives ‘Difference Maker’ award Halvorsen and Reep receive recognition for their research at the Dakota History Conference Mircsov participates in National Council of Arts Administrators Conference What’s happening at VCSU … Continue reading "Hotline // October 1, 2025" The post Hotline // October 1, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University officially reopened McCarthy Hall with a ribbon cutting ceremony on Friday, Sept. 26, celebrating a complete $13.5 million renovation of the building. After a yearlong remodel, McCarthy Hall reopened to students and employees in August as the new home for VCSU’s renowned School of Education and the … Continue reading "VCSU Celebrates Reopening of McCarthy Hall" The post VCSU Celebrates Reopening of McCarthy Hall appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has once again earned national recognition in the 2026 U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings, securing the No. 2 spot among Public Regional Colleges in the 12-state Midwest region. VCSU also maintained its position as the Top Public Regional College in North Dakota for the … Continue reading "U.S. News Ranks VCSU #2 Public Regional College in the Midwest" The post U.S. News Ranks VCSU #2 Public Regional College in the Midwest appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has launched the Artificial Intelligence (AI) Institute for Teaching and Learning, positioning itself at the forefront of shaping North Dakota’s K–12 education future through the integration of AI. The North Dakota State Board of Higher Education provided final approval for the AI Institute for Teaching and Learning … Continue reading "VCSU Establishes AI Institute for Teaching and Learning" The post VCSU Establishes AI Institute for Teaching and Learning appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has set a fall enrollment record for the third consecutive year, enrolling 1827 students this semester. Since 2012, VCSU’s enrollment has grown by 34 percent, with the university achieving new fall enrollment records in 12 of the past 13 years. This year’s total includes 1663 undergraduates and 164 … Continue reading "VCSU Sets 3rd Consecutive Fall Enrollment Record" The post VCSU Sets 3rd Consecutive Fall Enrollment Record appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) — Valley City State University invites area high school students and classes to its annual Spanish Day on Wednesday, Oct. 8. Hosted by VCSU’s Language and Literature Department, the event immerses students in the Spanish language and the cultures of Spanish-speaking countries through engaging, hands-on activities. Participants will: Explore contemporary slang from across the Spanish-speaking world Learn … Continue reading "VCSU to Host Spanish Day for High School Students, Oct. 8" The post VCSU to Host Spanish Day for High School Students, Oct. 8 appeared first on Valley City State University.

Photo, from left: Trent Kosel, Ashley (Smette) Krinke, Jessica (Hintz) Stoen and Bruce Babcock. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Nine Viking Alumni will be honored at the Valley City State University Alumni Association Honors Breakfast during Homecoming Week. The VCSU Alumni Association announced that five alumni will receive the Certificate of Merit award, three alumni are … Continue reading "VCSU Alumni Association Announces Homecoming Honorees" The post VCSU Alumni Association Announces Homecoming Honorees appeared first on Valley City State University.

REGISTER FOR TOMORROW’S TEACHERS DAYS VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University’s nationally recognized School of Education is hosting a pair of Tomorrow’s Teachers Days this fall, giving high school students an inside look at VCSU’s teacher education programs. High school juniors and seniors who are considering a career in education are invited to … Continue reading "Tomorrow’s Teachers Days at VCSU" The post Tomorrow’s Teachers Days at VCSU appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: VCSU Homecoming Set for Sept. 22-27 Vikings Hall of Fame Class of 2025 Inductees VCSU hosting 22nd Ployhar Honor Band Viking Sports Update What’s happening at VCSU and around Valley City… The post Hotline // September 17, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University’s 2025 Homecoming Week runs Sept. 22-27 on the VCSU campus. Homecoming Week includes a variety of activities for both students and alumni, including a ribbon cutting for the newly renovated McCarthy Hall and an induction ceremony for the Vikings Hall of Fame. View the Homecoming Website & … Continue reading "VCSU Homecoming Set for Sept. 22-27" The post VCSU Homecoming Set for Sept. 22-27 appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University music department is hosting the 22nd annual Ployhar Honor Band, bringing together more than 90 high school students from across the region. The Ployhar Honor Band takes place Oct. 23-24 at VCSU’s Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts, culminating with a free public concert at … Continue reading "VCSU hosting 22nd Ployhar Honor Band" The post VCSU hosting 22nd Ployhar Honor Band appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: 2025 Summer Vikes on Central Set for Sept. 11 VCSU Hosting Sept. 26 Ribbon Cutting for McCarthy Hall VCSU hosting Family Weekend, Oct. 10-12 VCSU hosting 22nd Ployhar Honor Band Viking Sports Update What’s happening at VCSU and around Valley City… The post Hotline // September 10, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University is hosting its 2025 Family Weekend on October 10-12, encouraging families to visit their students on campus for a weekend of fun events and activities. “We’re excited to bring back Family Weekend after an 11-year hiatus,” said Mark Nelson, vice president for student affairs. “This is the … Continue reading "VCSU hosting Family Weekend, Oct. 10-12" The post VCSU hosting Family Weekend, Oct. 10-12 appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University is hosting a ribbon cutting for the newly renovated McCarthy Hall on Friday, Sept. 26. After a yearlong complete remodel, McCarthy Hall reopened to students and employees in August as the new home for VCSU’s renowned School of Education and the Department for Technology and STEM Education. … Continue reading "VCSU Hosting Sept. 26 Ribbon Cutting for McCarthy Hall" The post VCSU Hosting Sept. 26 Ribbon Cutting for McCarthy Hall appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: President’s Column: New Year Brings New Energy To Campus VCSU to be featured on The College Tour 2025 Summer Vikes on Central Set for Sept. 11 VCSU Wins Summer Reading Challenge Against UJ Vikings host Augsburg in 7th Annual Ag Bowl What’s happening at VCSU and around Valley … Continue reading "Hotline // September 3, 2025" The post Hotline // September 3, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University will be featured on an upcoming episode of The College Tour, a national TV series streaming on Amazon Prime. The College Tour will be on VCSU’s campus September 8-12 filming the university and its 10 students and alumni who are profiled in the episode. VCSU is the … Continue reading "VCSU to be featured on The College Tour" The post VCSU to be featured on The College Tour appeared first on Valley City State University.

By Alan LaFave, VCSU President Greetings from Valley City State University! The start of a new academic year is upon us, and the energy on campus these past few weeks has been electric — a perfect blend of anticipation, new beginnings, and deep-rooted Viking pride. New students moved into their residence halls on August 22, … Continue reading "President’s Column: New Year Brings New Energy To Campus" The post President’s Column: New Year Brings New Energy To Campus appeared first on Valley City State University.