News from the System Office

A new 90-credit bachelor’s degree in management offered by Dickinson State University was approved during the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education’s (SBHE) April meeting. DSU developed the program in response to industry needs for supervisory skills and flexible pathways for non-traditional students. The SBHE approved policies to allow several institutions to pilot reduced […]

Fifteen students from the North Dakota University System’s (NDUS) community colleges have been named to the 2026 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes students’ academic achievements, leadership and service. The group was honored April 16 during a recognition dinner at Williston State College. “These students are a clear example of how our community colleges prepare […]

The search committee appointed by the State Board of Higher Education to identify the next permanent president of Valley City State University (VCSU) has suspended the current presidential search process. The decision was made by the search committee following the recent withdrawal of multiple semi‑finalist candidates who accepted other professional opportunities prior to on‑campus visits.  “The State […]

More than 80 faculty, staff and students from across the North Dakota postsecondary institutions gathered at the North Dakota Heritage Center on April 9 for the annual ND OER Conference, a day dedicated to expanding access, reducing costs and strengthening collaboration around Open Educational Resources (OER). “This year’s theme, ‘Growing Access, Growing Opportunity,’ reflected ongoing […]

The State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) has selected Dr. Brian Kalk as the 8th president of Bismarck State College (BSC). Kalk will assume the role April 13, 2026. “With Brian Kalk chosen to lead Bismarck State College, the institution is poised to strengthen its role as North Dakota’s polytechnic,” said SBHE Chair Kevin Black. […]