The President's Weekly Newspaper Column
Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.
Mayville State graduates make a difference in important workforce need areas in North Dakota
Among the greatest needs in the state of North Dakota is workforce. Our state is facing a growing labor shortage, with more open jobs than available workers. The state is actively…
Turning lemons into lemonade
Just about the time my weekly newspaper column was beginning to get to readers last Friday, the members of our Mayville State football team were gathering and hitting the streets…
Embracing personal service on campus and in the community
The population of this area is about to grow! Over the last few weeks, students have begun to arrive on campus for athletics pre-season camps. We are excited for the final influx…
From athletic camps to can’t-miss events, fall is packed with energy and anticipation
The fall semester and all the excitement that surrounds it are fast-approaching! Comet Football players and staff reported to campus for pre-season camp on Aug. 2. Comet Volleyball…
There’s still time to enroll at Mayville State for the fall semester!
The summer days are passing quickly, and we are busy preparing for an exciting fall semester. Mayville State offers valuable opportunities and options for individuals who wish to…
Homecoming/Farmers Bowl 2025 will be a time for celebrating, reminiscing
Mark your calendar for Sept. 26-27, the weekend when Mayville State Homecoming meets Farmers Bowl for an epic Comets Family Reunion! A combined celebration for these two special…
Enjoying a busy summer with an eye toward the quickly approaching fall activities
The summer is flying by! Faculty and staff have been busy with the hosting of events on campus, orientation and registration days, teaching classes, working on research projects,…
Grateful for those who serve for the benefit of the greater good
Each year on July 4, we celebrate Independence Day, America’s birthday. The holiday commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. The Declaration of…
TEAM - Together Everyone Achieves More
When a university is functioning well, certain attributes can be observed. During this past week, we’ve seen many of those attributes of success, including the willingness to work…
Traditions bring generations together for important causes
By the time many people read this column, the 51st annual Shrine Bowl games will have been played and the long-anticipated week of practices and activities leading up to the games…