Polymer Skies exhibit runs Oct. 14-Nov. 22 at CFA Gallery

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The VCSU Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts Gallery announces Polymer Skies, a solo exhibition by North Dakota artist Debbie Kauffman, will be open to the public October 14 through November 22. The Valley City community is invited to meet the artist at a reception on Wednesday, Oct. 23, from 2-4:30 p.m. Polymer Skies features ...

Dr. Ozzie Johnson Playing Piano Recital on Oct. 4

The music department at Valley City State University is pleased to host faculty member Dr. Ozzie Johnson playing a solo piano recital in the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. The performance is set for 7 p.m., on Friday, Oct. 4, in the Performance Hall of the CFA. Dr. Johnson is in his third year at VCSU, where he ...

Artist talk and reception for visiting artist, Ryan Stander, to take place on VCSU campus

Valley City State University invites the community to an artist talk and reception for visiting artist Ryan Stander’s solo exhibition “Hints, Allegations, and Things Left Unsaid”. The event will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 2 in the Larry J Robinson Center for the Arts Choir Room at 3:30 p.m. A reception will follow in the CFA Gallery and lobby until ...

VCSU Named the Top Public Regional College in North Dakota

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University (VCSU) has been ranked the top public regional college in North Dakota for the fourth consecutive year by U.S. News and World Report. Widely considered the premiere college rankings, the 2025 U.S. News Best College Report was released Tuesday morning. This report ranks colleges annually in areas such as retention, graduation rates, ...

VCSU sets enrollment record with 1806 students

VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – Valley City State University (VCSU) announced today it has enrolled more than 1800 students for the first time in school history. A record 1806 total students are currently enrolled at VCSU for the 2024 fall semester. That includes 1651 undergraduate students and 155 graduate students. Over the last 10 years, VCSU’s headcount has grown more than ...

VCSU inducting 3 into Music Hall of Fame

From left: Bill Wieland, John Monilaws and Tricia Lebahn are being inducted into the VCSU Music Hall of Fame. VALLEY CITY – Valley City State University will induct three standout alumni into the VCSU Music Hall of Fame at an upcoming ceremony during Homecoming weekend. William “Bill” Wieland ’86, John Monilaws ’87 and Tricia Lebahn ’98 will join the Music ...

VCSU Alumni Association Homecoming 2024 Honorees Named

PHOTO: From left: Joe Deutsch, Joan Heckaman* and Chet Pollert* (*Photos provided by the North Dakota Legislative Assembly) VALLEY CITY (VCSU) – The Valley City State University Alumni Association announced today that Dr. Joe Deutsch has been selected as the 63rd recipient of the VCSU Distinguished Alumni Award. Deutsch and seven other VCSU alumni will be honored with awards during ...

Alumni invited back for homecoming Sept. 20-22

The Valley City State University (VCSU) Foundation and Alumni Association is excited to welcome alumni back to VCSU for homecoming next week, Sept. 20-22. “As we prepare to celebrate homecoming, we’re thrilled to welcome back our alumni, family and friends to VCSU. It’s always a special time to reconnect, share stories, and witness the growth and exciting developments happening on ...

VCSU Music Faculty Showcase performance set for Sept. 13

Valley City State University is thrilled to present an evening of captivating performances by its esteemed music faculty in the 2024 Fall Music Faculty Showcase. The showcase will take place on Friday, Sept. 13, at 7:30 p.m. in the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts Performance Hall on the VCSU campus. Attendees can look forward to an eclectic program, ...

JAS Quintet performing Sept. 25 at VCSU

Valley City State University will host one of South Dakota’s premier jazz ensembles for a free concert September 25th at the Larry J. Robinson Center for the Arts. JAS Quintet will perform at the CFA Performance Hall on VCSU’s campus. The concert begins at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 25, and will feature a mix of old and new, including ...