The President's Weekly Newspaper Column
Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.
Accreditation visits will take place this year
Accreditation is a process of validation in which colleges, universities and other institutions of higher learning are evaluated. The standards for accreditation are set by a peer…
Community member input will be important to success of new strategic plan
A challenge for the coming year is the development of a new strategic plan. We are in the enviable position of having accomplished all, and even more, of the plans we laid down a…
HPER facility expansion makes room for re-purposing and renovating of existing space
The current 17,000 sq. ft. Health, Physical Education, and Recreation (HPER) facility expansion project, which is comprised of three building additions, will provide new classroom…
Cheer team is a great source of pride for Mayville State
In the fall of 2012, Mayville State began offering a new opportunity with which Mayville State University students could get involved – the Mayville State University cheer team.…
Raffle is instrumental in providing scholarship dollars for student athletes
An activity that is instrumental in providing scholarships for Mayville State’s student athletes is currently underway. The ninth annual Comet Athletic Club Sportsmen’s raffle…
Return of student athletes marks the beginning of a new academic year
One of the first signs of the beginning of the fall semester is the return of athletes to campus. Returning football players reported on August 4, and the rest of the team will be…
Athletic Hall of Fame honors proud tradition in athletics
Mayville State University has a proud tradition in athletics. To honor and preserve the memory of those athletes, teams, coaches, and others who have contributed in a very…
HPER facility replacement project taking shape
Did you know that more than 29,000 new bricks will be installed as part of the HPER facility replacement project?
Legislature provides excellent opportunity for Mayville State supporters
The 64th North Dakota Legislative Assembly has renewed an amazing program to spur philanthropic giving to North Dakota state universities and enhance academic excellence. The…
Mayville State 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,…