ABERDEEN, S.D. – At Northern State University, career preparation is about more than finding a job—it’s about helping students envision and build their futures. To reflect that focus, the university is renaming its Career Services Department to Career Design, a name that captures its commitment to helping students take an active role in shaping their professional journeys.
The name change reflects the department’s evolving mission to help students navigate the many decisions that shape a meaningful career. Through self-discovery, exploration, skill-building and strategic planning, Career…
ABERDEEN, S.D. – The Northern Innovation & Startup Center in partnership with the Aberdeen Development Corporation is once again bringing bold ideas and innovative thinkers to northeast South Dakota for the Technology & Entrepreneurship Summit, taking place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Sept. 30 at the Johnson Fine Arts Center on the Northern State University campus.
This year’s Summit features two keynote speakers, as well as a diverse lineup of speakers with experience spanning technology, storytelling, cybersecurity, entertainment and entrepreneurship.
Pixar veteran and storyteller…
ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University's Millicent Atkins School of Education will host its annual Learning Expo on Wednesday, Sept. 30, at the Gerber Building and Barnett Center on the NSU campus in Aberdeen. The free event invites prospective education students and educators to connect with NSU faculty and learn about Northern's education programs.
Check-in begins at 8 a.m. with the event running from 8:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch will be provided.
South Dakota native Sean Covel will deliver the keynote address. A producer of the film Napoleon Dynamite and a professor at the…
ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University invites students, faculty, staff, alumni, veterans, first responders and community members to participate in a Day of Remembrance, Service and Community on Friday, Sept. 11, marking the 25th anniversary of the September 11 terrorist attacks. The events are designed to honor those who lost their lives, recognize the courage and sacrifice of first responders and provide meaningful opportunities for reflection and service.
The day will begin with a 9/11 Memorial Ceremony from 9 to 9:45 a.m. at the west entrance of Dacotah Bank Stadium. The ceremony…
ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University is celebrating 125 years of history, growth and impact with a yearlong anniversary celebration honoring the institution's past while looking ahead to its future.
Northern officially kicked off its 125th celebration Aug. 18 as faculty and staff gathered ahead of the start of the 2026-27 academic year.
Northern State University President Dr. Alan LaFave speaks to faculty and staff during a meeting Aug. 18 ahead of the upcoming school year.
"125 years of Northern State University. It's tremendous," said Northern State University President Dr.…
ABERDEEN, S.D. — The Northern State University School of Fine Arts will open its 2026-27 season with two events on Thursday, Sept. 10, at the Johnson Fine Arts Center — a student art show reception and the annual Music Faculty Showcase Recital.
The evening begins at 6 p.m. with the opening reception for the Welcome Back Student Art Show in Gallery X. Simultaneously, a closing reception will be held in the JFAC Art Gallery for the 2026 Annual National Juried Exhibition.
At 7:30 p.m., the Music Faculty Showcase Recital will take place in the Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater, featuring…
ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University President Dr. Alan LaFave has announced the retirement of Susan Bostian, associate vice president for human resources, effective Sept. 25, 2026. Bostian joined Northern in June 2006 and has provided 20 years of dedicated service to the university.
Bostian came to Northern after 17 years as human resources director at the Aberdeen American News. A 1989 graduate of Northern State University with a degree in accounting, she has spent her career building expertise in all aspects of human resources — from recruitment and retention to employee…
ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University and Epicosity have earned a Telly Award for the "Experience Northern" video campaign in the Branded Content category, adding national recognition to a project that earlier this year received a Gold ADDY Award from the American Advertising Federation-South Dakota.
The Telly Awards annually recognize the best work in video and television across all screens, receiving more than 13,000 entries globally from six continents and all 50 states. Winners represent some of the most respected advertising agencies, television stations, production companies…
ABERDEEN, S.D. — Northern State University's Department of Music has awarded scholarships from the Loren E. Lomis Music Scholarship fund for the 2026-27 academic year to three students: Kathryn Steger of Aberdeen, Emalea Nelson of Pierre and Vincent Strenge of Wyndmere, N.D.
Established in accordance with the Last Will and Testament of Loren E. Lomis, the scholarship supports full-time outstanding music majors with involvement in music ensembles as a secondary priority. Northern State University is grateful for the continued generosity of the Loren Lomis Trust Under Will, which leaves a…
Most nursing students spend their days juggling lectures, labs and clinical experiences. Northern State University student Katie Witte does all of that while training with Team USA Weightlifting and competing against the best athletes in the Americas.
The Aberdeen native recently earned the bronze medal in the 86-kilogram division at the 2026 Senior Pan American Championships in Panama City, Panama, all while continuing the rigorous coursework required in Northern's nursing program.
Making her senior international debut, Witte lifted 106 kilograms (233 pounds) in the snatch and 133…