Today in History: Senate votes to make Minot State a university

The team at Forum Communications has taken a queue from our “On This Day” column, and they’ve begun mining their own historic content for news from the past that’s meaningful or interesting in our own time. And in today’s edition, the topic is Minot, and the legislative vote from 1983 on changing the name for

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GlobalND welcomes Palestinian Educators to Minot

**MINOT, N.D.** – GlobalND is hosting six Palestinian educators from April 15 to 19. Coming to the United States under the auspices of the International Visitor Leadership Program (IVLP) of the U.S. State Department, the Palestinian’s overall program theme is “Secondary School Administration.”  GlobalND, a non-profit, all-volunteer community-based organization, fosters international relationships and global understanding through

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MSU announces 35th annual Spring Honor Dance and Powwow Celebration events

MINOT, N.D. – The Minot State University Native American Center and Club will host the 35th annual Spring Honor Dance & Powwow celebration on Friday, April 25, and Saturday, April 26, in the Minot State Dome. In addition to the powwow, on Friday, April 25, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Minot State Dome,

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Minot State offers biomedical science, environmental science degrees

Minot State University will offer two new degrees beginning in Fall 2025: biomedical science and environmental science. The biomedical science program blends biology, chemistry, exercise science, and psychology to prepare students for graduate study in healthcare fields. The environmental science degree combines biology, chemistry, and geoscience, with tracks in conservation, earth systems science, and environmental

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Trade programs growing in interest for Minot students after high school

For today’s high school students, the road after graduation no longer leads in just one direction. At Minot North High School, a growing number of seniors are weighing college alongside trade schools, apprenticeships, and immediate careers. With programs in everything from nursing to aviation, and counselors helping students shape a plan as early as middle

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Minot State FBLA shines at State Leadership Conference

Minot State University’s Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) chapter continues to set the standard, earning top honors at the recent Collegiate State Leadership Conference held in Mandan. With 16 active members, Minot State once again claimed the Dorothy L. Travis Outstanding Chapter award, a testament to their consistent excellence. Individual and team success followed,

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Minot State to hold another ‘Rise and Grind’ event for Summer, Fall 2025 enrollment

College registration doesn’t have to feel like a maze—especially when there’s coffee involved. Minot State’s “Rise and Grind” event, running March 25–28, is designed to make enrolling for Summer and Fall 2025 as smooth as possible. Students can stop by the Beaver Dam for help with holds, advising appointments, and class selection—plus a free grande

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Minot State University continues to see enrollment growth

Minot State University is bucking the trend of declining college enrollments, marking its third consecutive year of growth. With 67 new students this semester—ranging from transfer students to local high school graduates—MSU continues to attract more learners. School officials credit the expansion of academic programs and affordability as key factors in its steady rise. KX

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Minot State Expanding Access to Social Work Education

Minot State University is making social work education more accessible with its new fully online Bachelor of Social Work program, launching in summer 2025. Designed for rural students, working professionals, and community college graduates, the program mirrors MSU’s in-person degree while offering flexibility without sacrificing quality. With small class sizes, interactive coursework, and experienced faculty,

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Watch: Minot State Student’s Video Earns Emmy Nod for Softball Jersey Reveal

**Minot, N.D. – **It is easy to recognize and praise all of what happens on the court, field, ice, mat, and course when watching Minot State student-athletes compete. However, there is much undisclosed activity that takes place behind the scenes to be gameday ready. Before the Beaver athletes take center stage, fans in attendance are treated

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Minot State University Track & Field Team visits Minot AFB

A member of the 5th Maintenance Group presents atop a munition loading trailer to Minot State University Track & Field Team students at Minot Air Force Base, North Dakota, March 4, 2025. Many of the students had prior knowledge of the Air Force’s presence but were not educated on the greater mission of the base.

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On This Day | A Normal School for Minot

The concurrent resolution which passed the two houses this week makes it quite probable that Minot will eventually get a Normal school. There was considerable opposition to the measure in the house, and not

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Minot State to Host Symposium on Fostering Resilience

Minot State University is hosting a Community Symposium titled “Fostering Resilience” on March 21 at the Student Center Conference Center. This event, running from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., will explore trauma-informed care, ethics, and burnout prevention—crucial topics for those in high-stress professions and anyone interested in mental health. With a blend of keynotes, panel

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‘We’re Everywhere Now’: How a Speech Language Pathologist Has Seen Her Work Evolve

For speech-language pathologist Debi Ryan, communication is more than a skill—it’s a lifeline. After three decades in the field, she’s seen firsthand how the ability to express oneself can transform lives, whether in a hospital, a clinic, or a school. Today, she works with students who struggle to communicate, helping them find their voice through

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Amended tenure policy bill passes in House, advances to North Dakota Senate 

North Dakota’s debate over tenure took a turn Tuesday as the House passed a bill requiring the University System to formalize its tenure policies—something already in progress. Originally, the bill sought to eliminate tenure at two-year colleges, but that provision was removed. Now, the focus is on regular evaluations, including mandatory post-tenure reviews every five

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Department of Science to host its annual Science Open House

The Minot State Department of Science is gearing up for its annual Science Open House on February 18, welcoming regional students from grades two through eight. This event, a staple for decades, invites around 300 young scientists to engage in hands-on demonstrations and enjoy scheduled Magic Shows in Hoffman Auditorium. Set amid the Cyril Moore

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