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Hotline // November 6, 2024

Nov 6, 2024

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This week’s Hotline includes the following articles:


VCSU Foundation announces Viking Day of Giving

Viking Day of Giving logoThe Valley City State University (VCSU) Foundation announced the 2024 Viking Day of Giving will be Thursday, Nov. 14.

The Viking Day of Giving is an opportunity for alumni and friends of VCSU to “Row With Us” and support scholarships for students at VCSU. Scholarship donations on the Day of Giving can be directed to specific athletic teams or programs on campus, allowing donors to make direct impacts in areas important to them.

“A single gift, no matter the size, can help turn dreams into reality for VCSU students striving to complete their education,” said Cory Anderson, VCSU Executive Director for University Advancement. “Join us for the Viking Day of Giving on November 14 for a chance to be part of something special and make a lasting impact at VCSU.”

The Viking Day of Giving began in 2020 and has continued to grow each year. More than 145 donors participated in the event last year.

Those who are interested in joining VCSU’s Day of Giving initiative can visit https://bit.ly/VikingDay24 or call the Foundation at (701) 845-7203.

 

Viking Pathway leadership attends conference on inclusive postsecondary education

Heather Peschel and Janna Kohler

Heather Peschel and Janna Kohler, director and coordinator of the Viking Pathway program at VCSU, attended the 2024 State of the Art Conference on Inclusive Postsecondary Education and Individuals with Intellectual Disabilities in Chapel Hill, N.C. held Oct. 29 and 30.

The conference provided an opportunity to engage with the latest research and best practices in the field of inclusive higher education. The event also facilitated valuable networking among leaders and practitioners dedicated to advancing postsecondary options for individuals with intellectual disabilities.

Dutton attends Western History Association conference

Tony Dutton

Tony Dutton presented “Living a Dream: neocolonial fantasies and democratization of tourism in Baja California Sur” at the 64th annual Western History Association (WHA) conference in Kansas City, Mo.

His paper was accepted as part of a panel on the 20th century West and built on his dissertation research. Dutton examined how the language promoting tourism to La Paz and Baja Sur changed as the focus of recreation changed and transportation infrastructure improved, leading to the mass tourism boom of the late 20th and early 21st centuries. The WHA is a large, national conference, drawing more than 1,000 participants. This is Dutton’s second paper accepted for a WHA session.

VCSU hosting Tomorrow's Teachers visit days

Tomorrow’s Teachers participants at first event on Oct. 30

Valley City State University’s award-winning education department is hosting a pair of day-long events for high school students considering a teaching career.

The first Tomorrow’s Teachers Visit Day happened Oct. 30 with more than 30 potential future educators visiting campus. The second event is set for Wednesday, Nov. 13.

High school students interested in elementary education or secondary education careers are invited to attend one of the visit days. They can attend education classes with current university students, take a campus tour, enjoy an on-campus lunch in the Student Center, and visit with students currently enrolled in VCSU’s education programs.

Students interested in attending the Tomorrow’s Teachers event on Nov. 13 are asked to pre-register at https://www.vcsu.edu/admissions/visit/tomorrows-teachers-education-visit-day/.

For questions about Tomorrow’s Teachers Visit Day, please contact Rachel Bopp in the School of Education at rachel.n.bopp@vcsu.edu.

Polymer Skies exhibit runs through Nov. 22 at CFA Gallery

Polymer Skies by Debbie KauffmanThe 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.

Polymer Skies features a collection of intricately crafted quilted pieces that reimagine traditional quilt block patterns using found and upcycled plastic materials. Each piece reflects Kauffman’s deep connection to the North Dakota landscape, allowing the artist “to give a voice to my thoughts, express my concern for the environment and illustrate the love I have for this place, I call home.”

Kauffman’s work explores the intersection of environmental issues, traditional craftsmanship, and visual storytelling. By using patchwork quilt blocks, she honors the history and tradition of quilting, while the use of repurposed post-consumer plastics highlights the overwhelming presence of plastic waste that has invaded the North Dakota landscape.

For more information about Kauffman’s artwork and process, visit www.debbiekauffman.com/polymer-skies-series.

Viking sports update

Volleyball
VCSU went 2-1 on the week including a 3-1 win over (RV) Dakota State. The Vikings finish the regular season with a 14-13 overall record and a 5-5 conference mark. VCSU earned a No. 4 seed for the NSAA Tournament and hosts No. 5 Dickinson State in the NSAA Quarterfinals scheduled for Nov. 8 at 6 p.m. in the W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse.

Men’s Basketball
The Vikings defeated Briar Cliff 85-78 in a home contest last Wednesday. Agwa Nywesh was named NSAA Offensive Player of the Week after totaling 20 points, five rebounds and two steals in the win. The Vikings are back home Wednesday night at 7 p.m. against the University of Minnesota Morris.

Women’s Basketball
The Viking women went 1-1 at the Charger Classic over the weekend including an 85-69 win over Midland University. VCSU’s women are back home Wednesday at 5 p.m. against the University of Minnesota Morris.

Football
The Vikings made a late comeback to earn a 10-6 victory over Mayville State Saturday. Trent Finney’s touchdown with 54 seconds left in the third quarter gave the Vikings a 7-6 advantage, and Yzan Lorenzo iced the win with a field goal late in the fourth quarter. VCSU plays its last home game of the season this Saturday against No. 17 Dickinson State for Senior Day. Tailgating begins at 1:30 p.m. and kickoff is scheduled for 3 p.m.

Cross Country
The VCSU Cross Country teams will host the NSAA Championships Friday, Nov. 8 at the Valley City Town & Country Club. The men’s 8K begins at 10:30 a.m. followed by the women’s 6K at 11:30 a.m.

Upcoming Events
Nov. 6: Basketball vs. MN-Morris – 5/7 p.m. (The Bubble)
Nov. 8: Cross Country, NSAA Championships – 10:30 a.m. (Valley City Town & Country Club)
Nov. 8: Volleyball vs. Dickinson State, NSAA Quarterfinal – 6 p.m. (The Bubble)
Nov. 9: Football vs. No. 17 Dickinson State, Senior Day – 3 p.m. (Lokken Stadium)
Nov. 9: Men’s Basketball at Dakota Wesleyan – 5 p.m. (Mitchell, S.D.)
Nov. 12: Women’s Basketball at Dakota Wesleyan – 7 p.m. (Mitchell, S.D.)
Nov. 13: Men’s Basketball at Bemidji State University – 5:30 p.m. (Bemidji, Minn.)

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