Campus Happenings

08 Jul NDSU robotic platform to teach ag producers of the future

Posted at 20:55h in Campus Happenings by hhotzler

The NDSU Precision Agriculture Program’s new robotic platform may soon be used to teach tomorrow’s producers. The high-tech “Weedbot system” had its first field test on July 2. The device is 6 feet wide, 12 feet long and stands 7 feet tall. It is intended to...

08 Jul NDSU to be represented on Coaches 4 Change committee

Posted at 20:54h in Campus Happenings by hhotzler

The NDSU men’s basketball program will be represented by assistant coach Josh Sash in Coaches 4 Change, known as C4C. The new organization was founded by college basketball coaches who are dedicated to helping their student-athletes, campuses and communities. The mission of the organization is to...

08 Jul NDSU implements HyFlex instruction for fall 2020

Posted at 15:57h in Campus Happenings by hhotzler

NDSU will begin using a technology-enhanced instructional model that allows students and faculty to fully interact in person or remotely beginning fall 2020. The HyFlex Educational Model, announced by President Dean L. Bresciani, is a powerful tool during the pandemic as it allows for live...

08 Jul NDSU receives rangeland management study grant

Posted at 15:56h in Campus Happenings by hhotzler

NDSU has been awarded a $499,242 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture's National Institute of Food and Agriculture to study rangeland management strategies. "Working rangelands are a pillar of American agriculture and a critical opportunity for long-term, sustainable conservation," said Jason Harmon, the program lead...

08 Jul Interim dean named at NDSU

Posted at 15:54h in Campus Happenings by hhotzler

Benton Duncan, professor and chair of the NDSU mathematics department, has accepted an interim appointment as dean of the NDSU College of Graduate and Interdisciplinary Studies. Interim Provost Margaret Fitzgerald made the announcement June 29. Duncan began his new duties July 1. “Dr. Duncan is an experienced...

30 Jun More than $3 million in CARES Act funds distributed to NDSU students

Posted at 19:20h in Campus Happenings by hhotzler

NDSU has distributed $3,359,788 to 7,874 students as part of the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Eligible students were able to receive an initial grant up to $600, depending on their financial need. Students are eligible to apply for additional grants due...

30 Jun NDSU student-athletes receive All-America honors

Posted at 19:19h in Campus Happenings by hhotzler

NDSU women’s track and field student-athletes Shelby Gunnells and Paige Harris have been named to the CoSIDA Academic All-America team for Division I, the College Sports Information Directors of America announced June 25. Gunnells was voted to the Academic All-America first team while Harris earned third-team...

18 Jun NDSU program spotlight: Challey School of Music

Posted at 19:57h in Campus Happenings by hhotzler

The NDSU Challey School of Music offers a remarkable learning experience. The program has been accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music since 1970 and its tradition of excellence in ensembles dates back to 1904. NDSU has the largest variety of degree programs in...

18 Jun NDSU education builds career confidence

Posted at 19:55h in Campus Happenings by hhotzler

Lauren Singelmann credits her self-confidence to the opportunities she’s been given at North Dakota State University to learn and grow in her field of engineering. “Imposter syndrome is something I continue to work through, but I’ve found that I now have more moments where I genuinely...

18 Jun NDSU student research team shines in NASA competition

Posted at 19:54h in Campus Happenings by hhotzler

An NDSU research team has been selected as one of seven national winners in the 2021 Moon to Mars eXploration Systems and Habitation Academic Innovation Challenge. The competition, sponsored by NASA in partnership with the National Space Grant Foundation, is for projects to assist the Artemis...