The President's Weekly Newspaper Column
Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.
The power of a welcoming community
We are in the final weeks of preparing for students to arrive for the new academic year, and we anticipate a potential housing crunch. The limited availability of housing in the…
New beginnings and lasting legacies
As the calendar turns to August, there is a familiar sense of anticipation on the Mayville State University campus. Residence halls will soon fill with students. Athletic teams…
Remembering Susan
One of the greatest blessings of working at a small university is the opportunity to build genuine relationships. Colleagues become friends. Co-workers celebrate one another’s…
Welcoming the next generation of Comets
As summer moves along, the excitement for the Fall Semester of 2026 continues to build. Behind the scenes, faculty, staff, and campus leaders have been working hard to welcome a…
Freedom, service, and the gift of education
This year’s Independence Day observance carried extra-special meaning, as we marked our nation’s 250th birthday, a milestone that calls for both celebration and reflection. For two…
Mayville State hosts Shrine Bowl week with purpose and heart
Last week, Mayville State became a hub of camaraderie and purpose as we welcomed student athletes, coaches, families, and fans for the annual North Dakota Shrine Bowl football…
Building stronger communities through partnership
A university is more than a place of learning. It’s a partner in the life and future of its community. For Mayville State, that partnership extends to the towns and rural…
The spirit of service shines bright
There are countless reasons why Mayville State University stands out, but one quality that rises to the top time and time again is the passion and dedication of our employees,…
Service, stewardship, and sacrifice
Our dedicated alumni board members were on campus June 2. In addition to holding their quarterly meeting, they participated in a tour at Old Main, where they were able to join…
A season of energy, engagement, and Comet Pride
The academic year culminated a couple of weeks ago with commencement, and we have quickly made the transition to an active summer at Mayville State. Summer session classes have…