ABERDEEN, S.D. – Beulah Williams Library at Northern State University will be hosting a pair of evening events in April. 

The first event is a presentation and exhibition by George Prisbe, who painted the popular Dunnland series. He is a former NSU faculty member, and his South Dakota-themed paintings can be found in museums, libraries, and private collections throughout the state. Several are part of collections in Aberdeen and will be on display at the event. He will speak about his inspiration and process in creating this series of paintings at 7 p.m. on…

ABERDEEN, S.D. – The Aberdeen Development Corporation and Northern Innovation & Startup Center are proud to announce the inaugural Aberdeen Business Pitch Competition. This event aims to foster entrepreneurship and innovation within the Aberdeen community while providing invaluable support to emerging businesses. “From launching a store front to securing funding to file a patent, the goal of the Aberdeen Business Pitch Competition is to propel businesses towards their next phase of…

ABERDEEN, S.D. – Dr. Nathan Payant, a distinguished conductor, educator, and alumnus of Northern State University, is set to lead a performance at the legendary Carnegie Hall in New York City. The concert, scheduled for Saturday, April 13, will feature Dr. Payant conducting Dan Forrest's "LUX: The Dawn From On High" alongside nearly 70 singers from various ensembles, including his community choir, Laudamus Chamber Chorale, and the Concert Choir from Colorado State University.

Reflecting on his journey, Dr. Payant reminisced about his musical roots, crediting his…

ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University announces that two of its outstanding students, Alexandria Arndt and Diana Li, have been named finalists for the 2024 South Dakota Governor's Giant Vision Competition. Their innovative projects have set them apart as top qualifiers, showcasing their commitment to entrepreneurship and creative problem-solving.

Alexandria Arndt's Groundbreaking Campus Safety App: Tier Five

Alexandria Arndt, a passionate student entrepreneur, has developed Tier Five, a revolutionary campus safety and security app designed…

ABERDEEN, S.D. – Five Northern State University students participated in an Alternative Spring Break trip to Louisiana in March to volunteer in libraries and elementary schools. The trip reflected the university's focus on providing practical experiential learning opportunities for students.

During their week of volunteer work, students participated in initiatives such as surveying patrons of different branches of the East Baton Rouge Parish Public Library system about their desires for library space usage. The students also worked with library outreach efforts by…

ABERDEEN, S.D. – Travis Netzer, lecturer of tuba and euphonium at Northern State University, and William Wieland, an accomplished composer and pianist, will present a captivating recital of music for tuba and piano on Thursday, April 11, at 7:30 p.m. in Krikac Auditorium.

The recital is free and open to the public, and for those unable to attend in person, a livestream will be available on the NSU Music Department Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MusicNSU/.

The program will showcase a…

ABERDEEN, S.D. – Northern State University's Professor of Voice/Opera, Darci Bultema, is set to captivate audiences with an upcoming recital featuring guest pianists Michael Ching and Philip Everingham.

The recital, titled "Love Lost/Love Found," will be held on Sunday, April 7, at 3 p.m. in Krikac Auditorium. The event is free and open to the public, and for those unable to attend in person, a livestream will be available on the NSU Music Department Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MusicNSU/.…

ABERDEEN, S.D. – Northern State University and the NSU Foundation are proud to announce the upcoming 2024 GiveNDay, an annual fundraising event dedicated to supporting Wolves students and strengthening community ties. The event will kick off at 9 a.m. on Wednesday, April 3, and conclude at 9 p.m. on Thursday, April 4.

GiveNDay celebrates Northern State University's rich history of excellence and showcases the unwavering spirit of its community. The event provides an opportunity for alumni, faculty, staff, students, and friends of NSU to unite and positively impact…

ABERDEEN, S.D. – The Northern State University Athletic Department and United Way of Northeastern South Dakota are joining efforts to serve the community during the 22nd annual Day of Champions. On Saturday, April 27, the Wolves will make an impact by volunteering their time at several organizations within the Aberdeen area.

The Day of Champions began in 2002 as a collaborative effort between the NSU Athletic Department and the United Way. Over the past 22 years, more than 3,000 Northern student-athletes have worked on over 260 projects, contributing 21,000 hours of…

ABERDEEN, S.D. - Northern State University is thrilled to unveil the inaugural "NSU-Con," a vibrant showcase highlighting the university's rich tapestry of research, scholarship, and creative endeavors. Scheduled for April 5, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., this event promises to captivate audiences with the diverse and innovative work of NSU's students, faculty, and staff.

NSU-Con offers attendees a dynamic and interactive experience, featuring an array of activities ranging from engaging talks and compelling poster presentations to captivating performances and stimulating…