Author Archives: Mark Potts
President’s Column: A Week of Milestones and Memories
By Alan LaFave, President of VCSU Greetings from Valley City State University! It was a banner week for Valley City State University from September 22-27 as we celebrated record-breaking enrollment, major announcements and Homecoming all in the same week. While the week kept us busy, it was also a perfect reflection of the current momentum …
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VCSU Music Welcomes Daryn Imani Nowlin for Guest Recital
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 …
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VCSU Celebrates Reopening of McCarthy Hall
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 …
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U.S. News Ranks VCSU #2 Public Regional College in the Midwest
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 …
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VCSU Establishes AI Institute for Teaching and Learning
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 …
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VCSU Sets 3rd Consecutive Fall Enrollment Record
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 …
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VCSU to Host Spanish Day for High School Students, Oct. 8
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 …
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VCSU Alumni Association Announces Homecoming Honorees
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 …
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Tomorrow’s Teachers Days at VCSU
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 …
VCSU Homecoming Set for Sept. 22-27
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 & …