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We’ll be recognizing our roots and honoring our agricultural way of life during the combined Homecoming/Farmers Bowl festivities September 27 and 28
It’s nearly time for alumni and friends to gather and celebrate the gift of Mayville State University and what it means in our lives. For the second year in a row, Homecoming will meet Farmers Bowl for a combined event where we’ll recognize our roots as Comets while honoring the agricultural way of life in our area. Festivities are planned for the weekend of Sept. 27-28.
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Jerome Berg teams reunion planned as part of Homecoming/Farmers Bowl festivities
The “First Annual Last Reunion of Jerome Berg Teams,” a title coined by Dr. Martin Johnson, who played on Jerome Berg teams, will take place as part of the annual Mayville State Homecoming/Farmers Bowl festivities on Sept. 27 and 28. Jerome Berg was head coach of Mayville State football teams from 1956 to 1966. During his tenure, Coach Berg’s teams won 62 games and lost only 20. This run included six conference titles. Coach Berg retired from coaching in 1966. He died in January of 2011, at the age of 84.
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Newest Comets experience personal service from the get-go
The 2024-25 academic year is off to a fantastic start! Saturday, Aug. 24 was move-in day at the residence halls. It was heartwarming to be a part of the crew when faculty, staff, and student volunteers jumped right in to help the students and families as the newest Comets began a new and exciting chapter in their lives.
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Mayville State participating in Compass pilot program to strengthen connections between colleges, employers, and students
Mayville State University is participating in the Compass pilot program. Compass is an online platform developed by Golden Path Solutions, a North Dakota-based company that helps schools and students in grades 8-12 with career exploration and work-based learning and employers and communities with workforce development. The initiative aims to bridge the gap between educational institutions, employers, and students.
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Agribusiness students and faculty mentor attend World Buiatrics Congress in Mexico
Mayville State University agribusiness students Kinsey Hanson, Mayville, N.D.; Logan Krueger, Mayville, N.D.; and Justina Carlson, Finley, N.D.; began their summer vacation with an exciting and educational trip to Cancun, Mexico, where they attended the World Buiatrics Congress 2024 held May 20 through 24. The World Buiatrics Congress “brings together experts, leaders and professionals from around the world to discuss and advance the bovine industry.” Students were accompanied by Mayville State University Assistant Professor of Biology Dr. Michael Kjelland, who is co-director of the Mayville State University Agribusiness Club. Dr. Kjelland was a presenter at the conference, as were some of his colleagues.
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Mayville State Homecoming meets Farmers Bowl September 27-28
Mayville State University Homecoming will meet Farmers Bowl for a combined celebration planned for Sept. 27-28. The Mayville State Alumni Association has a full schedule of activities planned for all alumni, friends, and community members. The weekend will begin in grand style with an Old Main renovation kickoff event at 11 a.m. Friday, Sept. 27. A program outside the front entrance of Old Main will be followed by the ceremonial first swing of the golden sledgehammer inside the building. The North Dakota Legislature has provided funding to renovate Mayville State’s historic Old Main. Preliminary work is well underway, and the interior transformation of Old Main will begin soon. This will be the last time when people will be able to see the building as it is remembered by many.