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2026 Presidential Search

Presidential Search Committee Member Biographies

Thursday January 15, 2026

DJ Campbell State Board of Higher Education Vice Chair, Co-Chair Donald “D.J.” Campbell serves as a vice president and chief human resources officer for Sanford Health, a position he has held since 2020. In that role, he oversees all aspects of human resources for the regional health care organization’s Bismarck market, which encompasses 3,800 employees. He also develops statewide strategies ...

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Campus Listening Sessions on January 21 for VCSU President Search

Tuesday January 13, 2026

VALLEY CITY, N.D. – The North Dakota University System (NDUS) is looking for the next president to lead Valley City State University (VCSU). Campus stakeholders will be asked to provide input on the search process during listening sessions scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 21, at VCSU. 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. – Skoal Room, Memorial Student Center 1:00 to 2:00 p.m. ...

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NDUS Names VCSU Presidential Search Committee Members

Tuesday December 23, 2025

VALLEY CITY (NDUS) – The North Dakota University System (NDUS) announced the selection of committee members today for Valley City State University’s (VCSU) presidential search. “We appreciate your dedication to the presidential search committee. The insight and perspective each member brings to the group is vital to shaping VCSU’s future,” said NDUS Commissioner Brent Sanford. State Board of Higher Education Vice ...

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NDUS announces co-chairs of VCSU’s presidential search committee

Monday November 17, 2025

BISMARCK, N.D. – The North Dakota University System (NDUS) announced the selection of co-chairs to lead the Valley City State University (VCSU) Presidential Search Committee. State Board of Higher Education Vice Chair D.J. Campbell and VCSU Vice President for Business Affairs Erica Buchholz will serve as co-chairs of the search process. The search committee is being established following the announcement ...

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