VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The VCSU Scholarship Auction raised $125,000 for student scholarships during the annual event held Friday, April 11, at the Valley City Eagles Club. “The support and generosity from our community is greatly appreciated,” said Kim Hesch, assistant director for university advancement. “Thank you to everyone that donated items, attended the auction, … Continue reading "VCSU Scholarship Auction Raises $125,000" The post VCSU Scholarship Auction Raises $125,000 appeared first on Valley City State University.

By Alan D. LaFave, President The Valley City State University (VCSU) community came together for an unforgettable night of generosity, laughter, food, and spirited bidding at the annual VCSU Auction, held April 11 at the Valley City Eagles Club. This year’s event – the largest fundraiser of the year – proved once again that when … Continue reading "President’s Column: VCSU Auction Showcases Community Spirit and Generosity" The post President’s Column: VCSU Auction Showcases Community Spirit and Generosity appeared first on Valley City State University.

Photo: Serve, by Courtney Fiebiger, won 1st place in the 2024 VCSU Juried Student Art Exhibit. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The VCSU Robinson Center for the Arts Gallery presents the annual Juried Student Art Exhibit, featuring a diverse range of artwork created by VCSU students this academic year. The exhibit opens to the public on … Continue reading "Juried Student Art Exhibit opens April 21" The post Juried Student Art Exhibit opens April 21 appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University math department hosted its 2nd Annual Math Competition on April 9, welcoming more than 450 junior high and high school students from 37 different schools. The competition featured 259 students in grades 7-9 and 195 students in grades 10-12. Students competed as individuals and as teams … Continue reading "VCSU Math Hosts 450 Students for 2nd Annual Math Competition" The post VCSU Math Hosts 450 Students for 2nd Annual Math Competition appeared first on Valley City State University.

Photo: VCSU faculty Dr. Nicholas Galt, center, is pictured with VCSU administrators and employees from the science department. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University faculty have named Nicholas Galt, Ph.D. and Benjamin Noteboom, Ph.D. as the recipients of the 2024-25 VCSU Faculty Excellence Awards. President Alan LaFave and Director for Academic Affairs Larry … Continue reading "Galt and Noteboom earn VCSU Faculty Excellence Awards" The post Galt and Noteboom earn VCSU Faculty Excellence Awards appeared first on Valley City State University.

Dr. James Boe, center, is pictured with wife Natalie and VCSU faculty members. From left: Clayton Mannie, Natalie Boe, James Boe, Lisa Krumwiede and Peder Gjovik. VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Dr. James Boe, Dean of Graduate Studies and Extended Learning at VCSU, was awarded with Academy of Fellows Membership at the annual International Technology and … Continue reading "VCSU’s Dr. James Boe receives ITEEA’s Highest Award" The post VCSU’s Dr. James Boe receives ITEEA’s Highest Award appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: VCSU named a 2024-25 College of Distinction Tickets Available for 30th Annual VCSU Scholarship Auction VCSU Wellness Fair to take place on April 16 Hornung competes at national speech tournament 2025 Scholar Symposium: call for submissions Viking sports update What’s happening at VCSU and around Valley City… The post Hotline // April 9, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University Student Health Services will host the annual Wellness Fair on Wednesday, April 16, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. in the VCSU Student Center. The event is free and open to the public. Attendees can expect amazing door prizes, hands on activities, and wellness information from 27 … Continue reading "VCSU Health Services hosting Wellness Fair" The post VCSU Health Services hosting Wellness Fair appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University junior Grady Hornung competed this weekend at the American Forensics Association (AFA) National Speech Tournament in North Carolina. Hornung earned his spot at nationals through placing in competition at multiple events this year. Hornung qualified in Dramatic Interpretation and competed in three rounds at the 47th AFA … Continue reading "Hornung competes at national speech tournament" The post Hornung competes at national speech tournament appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University is proud to announce its recognition as a 2024-2025 College of Distinction, an honor that highlights its commitment to providing an exceptional undergraduate education. Since its founding in 2000, Colleges of Distinction has awarded schools for their successful implementation of high-impact educational practices and hands-on learning. The … Continue reading "VCSU named a 2024-25 College of Distinction" The post VCSU named a 2024-25 College of Distinction appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: VCSU graduates boast 99% success rate VCSU Shooting Sports Adds Skeet Team Music Concerts set for April 4th and 8th at VCSU Adventure Awaits! Get your tickets for the 30th Annual VCSU Scholarship Auction 2025 Scholar Symposium: call for submissions Stiegelmeier presents SOAR project at Minnesota Writing and … Continue reading "Hotline // April 2, 2025" The post Hotline // April 2, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

The Valley City State University Music Department is pleased to announce two upcoming concerts at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. The Spring Instrumental Concert will take place on Friday, April 4, at 7:30 p.m., and the  Percussion Ensemble Spring Concert is Tuesday, April 8, at 7:30 p.m. Both concerts are free of charge and open … Continue reading "Music Concerts set for April 4th and 8th at VCSU" The post Music Concerts set for April 4th and 8th at VCSU appeared first on Valley City State University.

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University graduates during the 2023-24 academic year had a 99% success rate according to VCSU’s Career Outcomes Report. Compiled by the VCSU Career Services Office, the report details the success of recent graduates in finding work or continuing their education at a higher level. Students who received an … Continue reading "VCSU graduates boast 99% success rate" The post VCSU graduates boast 99% success rate appeared first on Valley City State University.

VCSU Skeet Team members, from left: Grant Larson, Ty Awender, Logan Heen, Kasey Odegaard, Tyler Johnson, and Cooper Monilaws Skeet Team begins competition this spring VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Shooting Sports Team is expanding its offerings, announcing the addition of its first official skeet shooting team. VCSU added shooting sports … Continue reading "VCSU Shooting Sports Adds Skeet Team" The post VCSU Shooting Sports Adds Skeet Team appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: President’s Column: Reflections VCSU Music presents “House of Life” on March 28 VCSU Art presents Eve Scott senior capstone VCSU Math hosting 2025 Math Competition Students conducting survey for Medicine Wheel restoration project Dutton presents at the Congress of the Portuguese Association of Political Science in Lisbon Viking … Continue reading "Hotline // March 26, 2025" The post Hotline // March 26, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.

The Valley City State University Department of Music presents House of Life, a faculty recital on Friday, March 28. This recital features the music of Johannes Brahms and Ralph Vaughan Williams performed by Dr. Stephen Cunningham, bass-baritone and Dr. Ozzie Johnson, piano. House of Life showcases classical art song with two important song cycles from the Romantic period. Vaughan Williams’ “House … Continue reading "VCSU Music presents “House of Life” on March 28" The post VCSU Music presents “House of Life” on March 28 appeared first on Valley City State University.

The Valley City State University Art Department presents Distracted by Daydreams, Eve Scott’s capstone exhibit, available in the Robinson Center for the Arts Gallery from March 31 to April 11. A senior from Mandan, N.D., Scott is presenting an artist talk discussing her artwork on Monday, March 31, at 1:30 p.m. in the CFA Choir … Continue reading "VCSU Art presents Eve Scott senior capstone" The post VCSU Art presents Eve Scott senior capstone appeared first on Valley City State University.

By Dr. Alan LaFave, VCSU President Once every three years, the North Dakota University System and State Board of Higher Education conduct an in-depth evaluation of campus presidents. My second such evaluation was held last week on our campus. These evaluations bring into focus VCSU’s recent accomplishments, challenges, and future issues for the next three … Continue reading "President’s Column: Reflections" The post President’s Column: Reflections appeared first on Valley City State University.

This week’s Hotline includes the following articles: VCSU launches Unmanned Aerial Vehicle certificate VCSU SEGS partners on incubator for rural ND teachers SBHE Conducting Listening Sessions March 20 on campus VCSU Multicultural Affairs Hosting March 24 Open House Russi speaks on rural graduates returning to hometowns 30th Annual VCSU Scholarship Auction set for April 11 … Continue reading "Hotline // March 19, 2025" The post Hotline // March 19, 2025 appeared first on Valley City State University.