The President's Weekly Newspaper Column
Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.
MSU will recognize distinguished alumni and friends at June 22 dinner
We’re very excited about plans that are being made for Alumni Day, Friday, June 22. With all the good things happening at Mayville State, there is much to celebrate. We hope you’ll…
Durant’s Mayville State experiences gave her a firm foundation for the future
Mayville State has a history of providing a wonderful basis of pedagogy and experiences that set graduates of science programs on a path to success and fulfillment. Many further…
Enjoy an F-M RedHawks game with your Mayville State friends
We hope you’ll mark your calendar and plan to join your Mayville State friends at Newman Outdoor Field in Fargo Wednesday, June 27, Mayville State night with the Fargo-Moorhead…
Commencement is a wonderful celebration for graduates and degree candidates
Mayville State University’s 126th commencement was held Saturday afternoon, May 12. Nearly 200 individuals who had completed the requirements for their degrees at the end of the…
Hagens say, "Thank you for celebrating with us!"
Debbie and I had a very special time Friday night, May 4, at my retirement celebration held in the Luckason Room on the campus of Mayville State University. It was an evening…
Annual golf events provide social and fund-raising opportunities
The weekend of June 15-16 marks the 43rd annual Mayville State University Golf Classic. Activities are planned at Forest Hills Golf and RV Resort in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. The…
Commencement festivities planned for May 12
The people of Mayville State are busy preparing for a big celebration that will be held on campus May 12. The graduates have worked hard to reach this milestone and look forward…
Honor a loved one at the Mayville State Military Honor Garden
The Military Honor Garden, located on the grounds south of the Edson and Margaret Larson Alumni and Leadership Center at Mayville State, pays tribute not only to those who died…
As spring semester comes to a close, plans for summer school ramp up
Summer is a busy time at Mayville State. Although some of our on-campus students leave campus for summer jobs, internships, or just rest and relaxation, many of them continue their…
The halls and corridors at MSU are alive with the sound of music!
Bringing music opportunities to campus for Mayville State students has been a long-time thrust. We are thrilled that we are now offering band and choir participation activities for…