Author Archives: Mark Potts
VCSU seeking employers for Career & Internship Expo
VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University is seeking employers for its annual Career & Internship Expo on Tuesday, February 25. Students attending the expo will be looking for internships, summer jobs, part-time positions, and full-time opportunities. This is an excellent way for employers to meet soon-to-be graduates and make connections with underclassmen. “This …
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VCSU named a STEM School of Excellence
Valley City State University has been named a 2024-2025 STEM School of Excellence in recognition of a wide range of STEM-related initiatives the university leads or collaborates on. The award was announced by the International Technology and Engineering Educators Association (ITEEA) STEM Center for Teaching and Learning, which annually recognizes schools for their commitment to …
VCSU hosts 3rd annual Marketplace for Kids Education Day
Valley City State University welcomed nearly 400 elementary and middle school students to campus for the third annual Marketplace for Kids Education Day on Thursday, Jan. 9. Students had opportunities to take part in 27 different classes that featured projects, experiments and presentations from area professionals representing numerous careers and industries. Sessions ranged from “Fun …
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President’s Column: VCSU proud to play large role in local economy
By Dr. Alan LaFave Greetings from VCSU and Happy New Year to all! As we prepare for the upcoming legislative session, we know there are many items of importance that will be discussed and decided. The economic contribution of the North Dakota University System is reviewed and studied each biennium. The most recent study, released …
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President’s Column: Reflections of gratitude for 2024 and looking forward to 2025
The days between Christmas and the beginning of the New Year give us all an opportunity to look back, reflect with gratitude on our work together and continue plans for moving ahead. I’d like to highlight just a few of the accomplishments and some reflections on the past semester. Enrollment For the first time in …
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VCSU Celebrates Graduates at Tenth Winter Commencement
Valley City State University (VCSU) celebrated the success of more than 100 graduates Thursday afternoon at the Tenth VCSU Winter Commencement Exercises. VCSU president Alan LaFave presided over the ceremony in historic Vangstad Auditorium where 17 students were recognized for completion of master’s degrees and 103 students for undergraduate degrees. “Our graduates have proven they …
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VCSU professor awarded grant to research organic carbon in wetlands
Valley City State University assistant professor Michelle Abshire has been awarded a grant for nearly $15,000 to purchase equipment and lead a group of students in researching organic carbon in wetland and lake sediments. Abshire received an Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (UROP) equipment grant for $14,988 awarded by the National Science Foundation – ND EPSCoR. …
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President’s Column: Celebrating achievement, resilience, and new beginnings at Commencement
Greetings from Valley City State University! As the calendar turns to December 19, 2024, the Valley City State University community will gather in Vangstad Auditorium to celebrate a special moment in the lives of our students: the Winter Commencement. It’s a time to pause, reflect, and appreciate the hard work, perseverance, and determination that has brought our graduates …
VCSU Winter Commencement set for Dec. 19
Valley City State University’s Tenth Winter Commencement Exercises will take place at 3:30 p.m., Thursday, Dec. 19, inside historic Vangstad Auditorium. VCSU president Alan LaFave will preside over the ceremony where 17 students are set to be recognized for completion of master’s degrees and 103 students for undergraduate degrees. Jazmine (Hill) Truax has been selected …
VCSU Music presents holiday concerts Dec. 12-13
The Valley City State University music department presents a pair of concerts in Valley City on Dec. 12-13, featuring various groups and holiday classics. Christmas at St. Cate’s is scheduled for Thursday, Dec. 12, and the VCSU Holiday Showcase is Friday, Dec. 13. After a one-year hiatus, VCSU Music returns to St. Catherine’s Church in …
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