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ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University's Business Club recently gave students a firsthand look at professional life beyond the classroom, organizing a trip to Fargo in April 2026 that included visits to WDAY News and Eide Bailly.

The trip, planned and coordinated entirely by Business Club students, focused on professional networking and career pathway exploration. Students secured funding, contacted businesses directly and made all travel arrangements — putting their business skills to work before they ever arrived.

"I'm very proud of the Business…

ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University's TRIO Student Support Services program is proud to recognize its graduating students for their hard work, perseverance and commitment to academic success during the 2025-26 academic year.

TRIO Student Support Services is a federally funded program designed to support first-generation college students, students with financial need and students with disabilities as they work toward earning a college degree. Through academic advising, mentoring, financial literacy education, career exploration and personal support, the…

ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University's TRIO Student Support Services program celebrated student achievement and success at its annual Recognition Night on Thursday, April 9, in Kessler's Champion Club at the Barnett Center.

The event honored TRIO Student Support Services scholars for their academic accomplishments, leadership, involvement and progress toward degree completion. Faculty, staff and campus partners were also recognized for their continued support of TRIO students and the program's mission.

"Recognition Night is one of our favorite…

ABERDEEN, S.D. — Eight Northern State University students showcased their creativity and collaborative skills at the second annual Design Jam, held April 10 at the USD Discovery District in Sioux Falls.

The one-day competition brought together students from Northern State University, the University of South Dakota, the University of Sioux Falls and Dakota State University. Participants were placed into interdisciplinary teams representing all four universities and challenged to conceptualize and produce a 20-second motion graphics piece within a limited…

ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University recognized two faculty members with prestigious awards during the spring commencement ceremony Saturday, May 9, at the Barnett Center.

Dr. Darci Bultema, professor of music, received the NSU Foundation Faculty Excellence Award, which recognizes a faculty member known for excellence in teaching and learning, a sustained commitment to service and achievements in research and creativity within their discipline. Dr. Christian Pirlet, assistant professor of educational technology, received the NSU Outstanding Early Career…

ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University associate professor of counseling and program coordinator Dr. Shalini Mathew has been honored with the Mary W. Lark Humanitarian Award from the South Dakota Counseling Association, recognizing her extraordinary service and commitment to the well-being of others.

Mathew was nominated for the award by her counseling graduate students, who cited her advocacy for student mental health, her accessibility as a mentor and her commitment to creating inclusive, trauma-informed learning environments. In addition to teaching and…

ABERDEEN, S.D. — The Millicent Atkins School of Education at Northern State University recognized its first-ever Student Teachers of the Year during the Millicent Atkins School of Education Clubs Graduate Celebration on Tuesday, May 5.

The new recognition program was created to honor teacher candidates who demonstrated exceptional impact, professionalism, growth and relationship-building during their student teaching experiences. Nominations were submitted by cooperating teachers, university supervisors and Millicent Atkins School of Education faculty members…

ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University was represented at the Rocky Mountain Marketing Research Symposium, where Dr. Amanda Garrison, associate professor of marketing, was invited to present her latest research.

Held annually and by invitation only, the symposium brings together scholars from leading R1 research institutions, marketing journal editors and doctoral students. This year's theme, "Business for a Better World," focused on marketing research connected to meaningful societal outcomes.

Garrison presented research co-authored with Dr. Linda…

ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University is pleased to announce that Dr. Erin Fouberg has been named provost and vice president for academic affairs, effective May 11, 2026.

Fouberg has served as interim provost since December 2025 and brings deep institutional knowledge and a proven record of academic leadership to the role. She has served as associate vice president for academic affairs and director of graduate studies at Northern since 2019, leading comprehensive initiatives in graduate enrollment management, academic program development, innovation and…

ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University will honor the achievements of more than 300 students during its spring commencement ceremony Saturday, May 9, at 10 a.m. in Wachs Arena at the Barnett Center.

Jim Thares, founder and chief executive officer of Primrose Retirement Communities, will serve as this year's commencement speaker and will receive an honorary Doctor of Public Service degree during the ceremony.

Thares, a native of Ipswich, S.D., earned a Bachelor of Science in accounting from Moorhead State University in 1983 and is a certified…