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Meet Business Alum Alex Klever
When Alex Klever began his college career, he had no idea it would lead to him traveling across the country for one of the best internship opportunities of his life. Now, as graduation approaches, he wouldn’t have had it any other way. Originally from LaMoure, North Dakota, Klever attended Northern State University in the Fall …
Dr. Kyle Vareberg
Dr. Kyle Vareberg, English and communication graduate believes VCSU allowed him to see beyond himself. Hometown: Valley City, North Dakota Grad year: 2012 Major: English Education and Professional Communication Tell us about yourself. Though I didn’t move far to attend VCSU (roughly seven blocks), I knew when I got there that the school was right …
President’s Column: Campus updates
Student successes, Senate Appropriations, Tech Wars, music events, track and field Greetings from Valley City State University! The winter weather has not been loosening its grip as of late! Despite the continued longevity and persistence of this weather, the business and work of the institution continue. On Wednesday, March 8 I was fortunate to represent …
Tasha Piehl-Thomas
Tasha Piehl-Thomas, ‘18, a business process integration management graduate, was encouraged by her professor to apply for an internship at Doosan Digital Innovation America (DDIA) during her undergrad. After she found the courage to apply, that opportunity led her down a road she is still traveling. Hometown: Marion, N.D. When did you graduate and what …
Gina Burtness: Tech Trailblazer in Engineering Innovation
Gina Burtness is heading into her 4th year at VCSU. During spring semester, the double major worked her way to the top as she took home first place in her human resources event at the Collegiate DECA International Career and Development Conference and Competition. Now Burtness is leaning in to her software engineering major this …
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President’s Column: Alumni in Arizona
Greetings from VCSU! As I write this week’s column from the warmth of my office, the temps outside are at the lowest of the season. It harkens me back to our early February alumni visits and events held in Arizona. I joined Kim Svenningsen-Hesch and Cory Anderson from our Foundation and Alumni office and ventured …
Lindsey Kiecker
Upon transferring to VCSU, Lindsey Kiecker was met with peers and professors who foster her passion for teaching. She is busy preparing for a career as a science teacher and hopes to one day pursue her Ph.D. Major(s): Chemistry education, physics minor, STEM education certificate Hometown: Jamestown, N.D. When will you graduate? Spring of 2023 …
VCSU Foundation to participate in Giving Hearts Day Feb. 9
The VCSU Foundation will participate in Giving Hearts Day on Thursday, Feb. 9 for the 7th consecutive year. In 2022, 235 generous donors raised $18,524. Those dollars help VCSU students through scholarship support in addition to hosting alumni gatherings, award programs, Homecoming activities, and publish the alumni newsletter The Bulletin. On Thursday, Feb. 9, supporters …
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VCSU 28th Annual Scholarship Auction, April 28
The 28th annual Valley City State University Scholarship Auction will be held April 28, at the Valley City Eagles Club. The theme is “A Night at the Track” and attendees are encouraged to dress in racing attire of any kind. Auction tickets are $60 each, which includes admission, two drink tickets and a buffet dinner. …
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Innovation & Inspiration in Challenging Times
Five VCSU alumni share their thoughts on the wins, challenges and hope they see in new teachers graduating from their alma mater VCSU alum and elementary school principal Sara Schafer, ’89, loves her job. “I have a front row seat to the greatest show on earth,” she says, laughing. Schafer loves working with students, teachers …
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