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VCSU Renowned Professor for Ployhar Honor Band, Oct 28

Monday October 24, 2022

The 19th annual James D. Ployhar Honor Band will perform in the VCSU Center for the Arts Performance Hall on Friday, Oct. 28, 2022. A variety of classical and modern band literature will be performed by 95 students selected from 20 schools across North Dakota and South Dakota, featuring selections arranged by Ployhar. “We are once again humbled by the ...

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VCSU lauded by National Council

Thursday October 13, 2022

NCTQ highlights VCSU for equity and excellence for aspiring teachers of color Education majors hold a 95.5% pass rate for the Praxis II exam Recent data released by the National Council on Teacher Quality (NCTQ) shows that Valley City State University (VCSU) continues to be a leader in preparing the next generation of teachers, including helping students of color achieve ...

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VCSU announces Education Days for Tomorrow’s Teachers

Monday October 10, 2022

VCSU is excited to announce the fall Education Days for Tomorrow's Teachers. These campus visit days are for students and their families interested in pursuing teacher education. The events will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 26 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. and Wednesday, Nov. 9 from 9:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. High school students will be provided an opportunity ...

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VCSU receives $600,000 teacher preparation grant to address teacher shortage

Thursday September 15, 2022

Scholarships available for paraprofessionals and substitute teachers seeking a teaching license Valley City State University (VCSU) has received a $600,000 grant from the North Dakota Department of Public Instruction to help prepare more teachers to fill critical teaching needs across the state. The grant will fund the VCSU Grow Your Own Scholarship Program. This program offers scholarships to individuals aspiring ...

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VCSU Alumni Association Honors in 2022

Wednesday September 14, 2022

Seven Alumni will be honored during the Valley City State University Alumni Association 2022 Homecoming celebration scheduled September 16 & 17. On Saturday morning, an all-Alumni Honors Breakfast will be held at the VCSU Student Center beginning at 8:30 a.m. The Honors Breakfast provides the VCSU Alumni Association with an opportunity to present fellow alumni with Certificate of Merit, Alumni ...

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VCSU Alumni Invited Back to Campus for Homecoming 2022 Festivities

Tuesday September 13, 2022

The Valley City State University Foundation and Alumni Association welcome Alumni back to campus for VCSU Homecoming the weekend of September 16 and 17. “We love seeing familiar faces and welcoming our Viking family back to campus,” Executive Director for Advancement Cory Anderson said. “It’s a great chance for our Alumni to catch up with old friends, and to see ...

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President’s Column: Welcome new faculty

Tuesday August 30, 2022

From the desk of President Alan LaFave Greetings from Valley City State University! The beginning of each new year is full of excitement and anticipation. Part of that excitement was in full display on the campus front lawn last week during our annual Marketplace event.  This was a tremendous time for our students to learn about the wealth of campus ...

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Buchholz named VP for Business Affairs

Wednesday August 10, 2022

Valley City State University (VCSU) today announced Erica Buchholz will serve as the next Vice President for Business Affairs (VPBA). Buchholz was appointed as an interim in this position earlier this year.  “Erica is an excellent addition to our leadership team,” VCSU President Alan LaFave said. “We are fortunate to have her skills and perspective at the table and I’m ...

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Valley City State Launches Viking Mobile ID

Monday July 25, 2022

Valley City, North Dakota - Valley City State University (VCSU) today launched the Viking Mobile ID for iPhone, Apple Watch, and Android Phones.  Students can use the Viking Mobile ID on campus with just a tap of their mobile device. Students, faculty, and staff can add their Viking Mobile ID to Apple Wallet or Google Pay and use their iPhones, Apple Watches, or Android ...

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Spring 2022 honor rolls released

Tuesday June 7, 2022

Valley City State University has released its President’s Honor Roll, Dean’s Honor Roll and Honor Roll for spring semester 2022. The President’s Honor Roll recognizes students who completed 12 semester hours or more of VCSU classes for which grade points are earned with a 4.0 grade point average. View President's Honor Roll The Dean’s Honor Roll recognizes students who completed ...

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