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VCSU named a 2024-25 College of Distinction

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 …

Music Concerts set for April 4th and 8th at VCSU

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 …

VCSU graduates boast 99% success rate

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 …

VCSU Shooting Sports Adds Skeet Team

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 …

VCSU Music presents “House of Life” on March 28

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 …

VCSU Art presents Eve Scott senior capstone

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 …

President’s Column: Reflections

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 …

VCSU Math hosting 2025 Math Competition

Valley City State University Department of Mathematics will host hundreds of area students for the 2nd Annual VCSU Math Competition on Wednesday, April 9. The competition is open to students in grades 7-12. Registration is done online at the link below and will close on Tuesday, April 1. View the Online Registration Form The event …

VCSU launches Unmanned Aerial Vehicle certificate

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University is launching a new certificate that prepares students to fly unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV). Starting in the Fall 2025 semester, the VCSU Social Science Department is offering an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle/Unmanned Aerial Systems program. The 7-credit certificate of completion includes three classes and can be completed in …

VCSU Music presents “Love and Loss” choral concert March 7

The VCSU Music Department presents the Love and Loss choral concert Friday, March 7, at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. The moving program explores the depths of love and loss, featuring pieces like “When I Fall in Love”, “Vive L’Amour”, and “Cry Me a River”. The concert includes performances by the VCSU …