NDUS Names VCSU Presidential Search Committee Members
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 Chair D.J. Campbell and VCSU Vice President for Business Affairs Erica Buchholz will serve as co-chairs of the search process.
Other committee members that have been identified include:
- Emily D. Wicktor, Ph.D. – Associate Professor of English
- Anthony Dutton, Ph.D. – Professor of History/President of Faculty Association
- Kerry Gregoryk, Ph.D. – Director for Institutional Effectiveness & Planning
- Erin Heide – Director for Enrollment Services
- Morgan Hopewell – Facilities Office Manager and Safety Coordinator
- Cory Anderson – Executive Director for University Advancement
- Josh Kasowski – Market President, Bank Forward
- Josh Johnson – Superintendent of Valley City Public Schools
- Tyler Marthaler – Market President, Dacotah Bank
- Mattilyn Nathan – VCSU undergraduate student
The group is scheduled to meet on Jan. 26, 2026.
About Valley City State University
Valley City State University, a member of the North Dakota University System, is a student-focused institution committed to academic excellence and innovation. Founded in 1890 and located in Valley City, North Dakota, VCSU offers more than 65 undergraduate programs and graduate degrees. Known for its nationally recognized teacher education program and small class sizes, VCSU prepares students for success through hands-on experiences and strong faculty support. Learn more at www.vcsu.edu.
About NDUS
The North Dakota University System is a unified system of higher education governed by the State Board of Higher Education. Organized in 1990, the system includes two research universities, four regional universities and five community colleges.
The mission of the State Board of Higher Education and the Chancellor of the North Dakota University System is to unleash the potential of higher education in the state to enhance the quality of life, and the social and economic vitality of all served by its public colleges and universities.