The President's Weekly Newspaper Column
Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.
Performing Arts Hall of Fame inductees for 2018 named
The Mayville State University Alumni Association Board and Mayville State administration approved the establishment of the Performing Arts Hall of Fame at Mayville State University…
Mayville State serves in an important role for our state
The Grand Forks Herald reported this week that tuition rates in North Dakota are less than in Minnesota. I’m happy to say that Mayville State was listed nearly at the top of the…
Athletic Hall of Fame underscores Mayville State’s proud tradition in athletics
It was a pleasure for me and our new Mayville State athletic director Ryan Hall to meet and visit with the administrators at May-Port CG High School this past week. Superintendent…
We look forward to an exciting academic year
President Van Horn has just returned from San Diego where he attended the American Association of State Colleges and Universities New Presidents Academy. It was an invaluable…
Excitement surrounds the return of student athletes and all students as a new academic year begins
The summer has flown by! It’s hard to believe the student athletes have already begun to arrive on campus. The football team reported for pre-season camp on Aug. 3. The volleyball…
These are exciting times for athletics at Mayville State
We’re very excited about the major facilities update that’s underway on campus – the installation of artificial turf at Jerome Berg Field! The long-time dream is finally a reality.…
Campus and community partnerships are important
My first couple of weeks on the job as president of Mayville State University have been wonderful! I’ve had the opportunity to meet several campus and community folks. In addition,…
We are excited to be here!
As you may know, I was named president of Mayville State University on March 28, 2018. My first official day on the job was July 1. Misty and I are delighted to be in the…
Mayville State to host Shrine Bowl athletes and coaches in July
For the seventh year in a row, Mayville State University will host the North Dakota Shrine Bowl players and coaches during their week of training prior to this year’s 9-man and…
Annual golf tournament honors the memory of Mayville State icon Harvey McMullen
The annual Harvey McMullen Memorial Golf Tournament is scheduled for Friday, July 13, 2018 at the Mayville Golf Course. The 4-person scramble is open to all men and women.…