The President's Weekly Newspaper Column
Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.
A tribute to Steven P. Bensen
As June comes to a close, we bid our best wishes to Steven P. Bensen, who will retire after a 30-year career at Mayville State University as Vice President for Business Affairs. He…
STEM Education programs impact area teachers and students
There is growing concern across North Dakota and the nation about the low number of students, teachers, and professionals prepared in the areas of science, technology, engineering,…
Alumni Association will recognize distinguished alumni and friends at June 23 dinner
We’re very excited about plans that are being made for Alumni Day, Friday, June 23. With all the good things happening at Mayville State, there is much to celebrate. We hope you’ll…
Memorial Day is a special day of remembrance
We invite you to stop by the Military Honor Garden, located on the south lawn of the Edson and Margaret Larson Alumni and Leadership Center, to pay your respects on Memorial Day,…
Enjoy an F-M RedHawks game with your Mayville State friends
We hope you’ll mark your calendar and plan to join your Mayville State friends at Newman Outdoor Field in Fargo Wednesday, June 28, Mayville State night with the Fargo-Moorhead…
Mayville State University Alumni Day planned in conjunction with Summerfest
Summer will be here soon! Hopefully this means that most people will have an opportunity to get out and enjoy some great weather and fun outdoor activities. Summer also is a time…
Annual golf events provide social and fund-raising opportunities
The weekend of June 16-17 marks the 42nd annual Mayville State University Golf Classic. Activities are planned at Forest Hills Golf and RV Resort in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. The…
Commencement festivities planned for May 13
The people of Mayville State are busy preparing for a big celebration that will be held on campus May 13. The graduates have worked hard to reach this milestone and look forward to…
$35,000 dollar-for-dollar match available in ‘I’m Thankful for Mayville State’ Week
Mark your calendar for Monday, April 24 through Friday, April 28, “I’m Thankful for Mayville State” Week, a five-day online give-a-thon that will benefit MSU students through the…
As spring semester comes to a close, plans for summer school ramp up
Summer is a busy time at Mayville State. Although some of our on-campus students leave campus for summer jobs, internships, or just rest and relaxation, many others stay in…