Author Archives: Carolyn Holen
Recognition, support and satisfaction…
Our Viking family has had special moments for celebration during the past few weeks. Recently, we gathered to recognize employees for years of service and special achievements at our annual employee recognition and retirement dinner. The evening was extra meaningful, as last year’s event was cancelled due to COVID restrictions. This large-scale event was hosted …
Hunter Sand
What year are you at VCSU? I’m a junior. What attracted you to VCSU? I chose to attend VCSU because I liked the “small town” atmosphere and feel. I also enjoyed how friendly everyone on campus was; it truly felt like a second home. Why did you choose your specific major? I am pursuing my elementary education …
Hannah Dockter’s VCSU Voyage
What year are you at VCSU? Junior What attracted you to VCSU? I’ve lived in Valley City my entire life. My parents met at VCSU and my sister and her husband both completed their degrees through VCSU. I hadn’t considered attending until I decided I wanted to become an English teacher. VCSU has one of …
KaSaundra Peterson
What year did you graduate from VCSU? Fall of 2016 Where are you working right now? I am the education director at the North Dakota CPA Society. I plan on continuing educational opportunities for certified public accountants across North Dakota and neighboring states including conferences and seminars. Why did you choose to attend VCSU? I chose to …
Hub of activity!
Greetings from Valley City State University! The end of the year activities are winding down, and the beautiful campus is a much quieter place this week. Students have checked out of the residence halls, and following commencement and submission of final grades, we are on to a summer of planning, organizational work and efforts to …
VCSU to host spring commencement on May 15
Valley City State University will hold a spring commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 15, to honor its graduating class during the 2021 spring semester. VCSU will recognize 318 graduates – 278 will receive bachelor’s degrees and 36 will receive master’s degrees. All graduates recognized at the Virtual Commencement Ceremonies in May 2020 and December 2020 are …
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Greetings from Valley City State University!
Greetings from Valley City State University! Public service is often a thankless job. Now that the 2021 legislative session is complete, let’s all take the time to thank those who represent us and make decisions that will help shape the success and future of our communities and state. Our latest issue of The Bulletin featured …
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VCSU Student Senate awards Student Advocate and Teacher of the Year
The Student Senate of Valley City State University has announced its 2021 award recipients. Kevin Murphy, assistant professor of math, was named the Teacher of the Year. Kelly LaFramboise, director for diversity and inclusion, and athletic training staff: Anna Bratsch, Rebekah Rye and Danica Tarabanovic, received the Student Advocate of the Year award. Murphy began …
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VCSU announces Faculty Excellence Awards
President Alan LaFave has announced the Valley City State University Faculty Excellence Awards for 2020–21, recognizing “exceptional dedication and commitment to students and the university by outstanding teaching, scholarly activities, or university service.” This year’s recipients are Angela Williams, Senior Faculty (associate or full professor) award; Kenton Sandfoss, Junior Faculty (instructor or assistant professor) award; …
Harmony Richman
Tell us a little bit about yourself. I was born and raised in Forest Lake, MN as the oldest of three children. I flew the nest to Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM) where I obtained my Bachelor of Science in Math Education in 2008. During my undergraduate years, I met my future husband. I completed …