The President's Weekly Newspaper Column
Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.
Mayville State 125th anniversary is great cause for a community celebration
“The establishment of a college in Mayville marked the end of a dream and the beginning of a grand adventure. The vision of the advantages inherent in higher education had long…
A Sparkling Affair will help to add sparkling touches at alumni center
Last October we announced the Edson and Margaret Larson Foundation gift of $340,000 to the MSU Foundation. The purpose of their contribution is to save Mayville State’s historic…
Events provide opportunities for alumni and friends to connect
February 9, 2013.
The Mayville State University Alumni Association is an organization sponsored by the Mayville State University Foundation for the purpose of addressing alumni…
Business Activity Day, an important annual event at Mayville State University
February 2, 2013.
The Mayville State University Division of Business and Computer Information Systems sponsored the annual MSU Business Activity Day on the campus of Mayville…
Mayville State and North Dakota University System have significant economic impact
January 26, 2013.
As the legislative session gets underway, people look to the various state entities to determine where they think tax dollars should be spent. The North Dakota…
Time spent with legislators and others was productive and gratifying
January 19, 2013.
This week has been one of great activity and excitement. The 63rd Legislative Assembly has convened, and higher education representatives presented plans and…
Traill County-Mayville State luncheon is February 12
January 12, 2013.
The annual Traill County-Mayville State reunion luncheon will be held in Mesa, Ariz. on February 12, 2013. My wife Debbie and I will attend the luncheon once…
Wellness Center is fantastic community resource
January 5, 2013.
Research shows that adults who exercise five days a week for at least 30 minutes reap the benefits of better health. These benefits include lower blood pressure,…
It has been a wonderful year for Mayville State
December 29, 2012
The fall semester at Mayville State University has quickly come to a close. Students have finished their final tests and returned to their homes to celebrate the…
Million-dollar gift is changing lives
December 22, 2012
In November of last year, Mayville State received a gift of $1,000,000. Designated for the purpose of providing student scholarships, the gift is the largest…