VCSU Foundation Launches New Website

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Foundation has launched a new and improved website at www.vcsualumni.org, making it even easier for VCSU alumni to stay connected. Through a more user-friendly interface on www.vcsualumni.org, VCSU graduates can share major life events with Foundation staff, donate to scholarships or other VCSU causes, or nominate fellow alumni for awards. They ...

VCSU Announces 2025 Osmon Icon Coaches Hall of Fame Inductees

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has announced the 2025 class of inductees into the Osmon Icon Coaches Hall of Fame. This year, 27 outstanding VCSU alumni will be honored for their lifelong contributions to coaching, education, and student development. These Viking graduates represent a legacy of leadership, sportsmanship, and excellence across high school and collegiate athletics. These ...

VCSU to Break Ground on Tharaldson Family Athletic Center

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University will host a groundbreaking ceremony on Thursday, June 12, to celebrate the start of construction on its new athletic facility. The Tharaldson Family Athletic Center will be located just south of the W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse and will feature a spacious indoor turfed practice area, a modern weight room, a fully equipped training ...

Private Donation Will Enhance Fisheries & Wildlife Program

Photo: VCSU students and staff in the Fisheries & Wildlife program are pictured with alumni Dick Monson. Note: This story originally appeared in the April 2024 edition of The Bulletin.  VCSU Alum Provides Support for Fisheries & Wildlife The VCSU student experience for Fisheries and Wildlife majors is about to get even better. Already a respected and popular program because ...

VCSU Honors Graduates at 133rd Commencement

Valley City State University honored more than 300 graduates on Saturday during its 133rd Commencement Ceremony. Held at the W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse, the 2025 Spring Commencement recognized 24 graduate students and 294 undergraduate students who earned their degrees over the past year at VCSU. “One thing is abundantly clear, you have all been very involved in what has been a ...

VCSU Commencement Set for May 17

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University will recognize more than 300 graduates during its annual Spring Commencement ceremony at 10 a.m., Saturday, May 17, inside the W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse. President Alan LaFave, who began his tenure at VCSU in 2018, will preside over the commencement exercises. Curtis Biller will represent the State Board of Higher Education (SBHE). The undergraduate reflection ...

VCSU Announces McCready Scholars

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University has selected four incoming freshman students to receive the prestigious McCready Scholarship for the 2025-26 school year. The McCready Scholarship is the highest scholarship available at VCSU and covers full funding for tuition, fees and books for the student’s first four years at Valley City State University. Kristyn Bauer, Ann Muggli, Kalyssa ...

VCSU Scholarship Auction Raises $125,000

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The VCSU Scholarship Auction raised $125,000 for student scholarships during the annual event held Friday, April 11, at the Valley City Eagles Club. “The support and generosity from our community is greatly appreciated,” said Kim Hesch, assistant director for university advancement. “Thank you to everyone that donated items, attended the auction, and purchased items.” The VCSU ...

Tickets Available for 30th Annual VCSU Scholarship Auction

Tickets are still available for the 30th annual VCSU Scholarship Auction happening Friday, April 11. “Adventure Awaits! A Night Full of Treasure” begins at 5 p.m. Friday at the Valley City Eagles Club. This year’s pirate-themed event will be full of treasure, swashbuckling adventurers, and a feast fit for a captain. Auction tickets are on sale now for $70 each, ...

30th Annual VCSU Scholarship Auction set for April 11

Adventure Awaits! A Night Full of Treasure Ahoy Mateys! The 30th annual Valley City State University Scholarship Auction presents: “Adventure Awaits! A Night Full of Treasure” on April 11 at the Valley City Eagles Club. This year’s pirate-themed event will be full of treasure, swashbuckling adventurers, and a feast fit for a captain. Auction tickets are on sale now for ...