ABERDEEN, S.D. – Three Northern State University School of Fine Arts students were recognized at the South Dakota Music Teachers Association conference held Nov. 2-4 at the University of South Dakota campus in Vermillion.

Brady Vandevort of Aberdeen, won the MTNA Young Artist Brass competition. Vandevort plays the euphonium and studies under Dr. Travis Netzer at NSU. Kelly McPhail was his accompanist. Vandevort will advance to the divisional competition at the University of Iowa in Iowa City, Iowa, Jan. 12-14.

Tierra Decker of Huron won the SDMTA… more

ABERDEEN, S.D. -  On Friday, Nov. 17, the doors of the historic Ward Hotel will open for the last time for the jazz ensembles of NSU and swing dancers for the fall Swing Dance.

Doors for the event will open at 6 p.m., with music beginning at 7 p.m. Featured will be the NSU Jazz Combo, directed by Frederic Hemke, the NSU 1 O’clock Jazz Ensemble directed by Dennis McDermott, and the 2 O’Clock Jazz Ensemble, directed by Dr. Grant Manhart. Dr. Wendy van Gent’s Vocal Jazz Ensemble will be performing swing music throughout the evening. This year’s event… more

ABERDEEN, S.D. – Northern State University international students have a $5 million economic impact on the region – the second highest among universities in South Dakota.

That’s according to a report, “South Dakota Benefits from International Students,” released by NAFSA: Association of International Educators. The report, which includes figures from the 2015-16 academic year, also found that NSU international students support 27 jobs in the community.

This semester, Northern has 75 degree-seeking students and 98 exchange students from 42 different… more

ABERDEEN, S.D. – The Northern State University Symphonic Band and Concert Band will present their fall concert, entitled “Classics,” on Sunday, Nov. 19, at 3:00 p.m., in the NSU Johnson Fine Arts Center Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater.

“Classics” will feature some of the best-known and loved repertoire for wind band.

The Symphonic Band will perform “Gavorkna Fanfare,” by Jack Stamp; “William Byrd Suite,” arranged by Gordon Jacob; “Symphonic Dance No.3 – ‘Fiesta,’” by Clifton Williams; “Angels in the Architecture,” by Frank Ticheli; and “Chimes of Liberty… more

ABERDEEN, S.D. – Sharon Kienow, Northern State University director of financial aid, was awarded the Hall of Fame Award by the Rocky Mountain Association of Student Financial Aid Administrators (RMASFAA) at its annual conference in Wichita, Kan., on Oct. 17.

RMASFAA recognizes individuals who have provided voluntary service or made significant contributions toward the aims and ideals of the financial aid profession in the RMASFAA region. The Hall of Fame award, the highest award given by RMASFAA and, can be given to any person who has contributed significantly to… more

ABERDEEN, S.D. – The Northern State University Foundation has hired Cathy B. Hall, CPA, as its new chief financial officer.

Hall began her duties on Oct. 30. She is a graduate of Northern State University with a B.S. in Fine Arts and did post-graduate work in accounting at the University of South Dakota. Hall has more than 30 years of experience in public accounting, higher education and nonprofit accounting. In addition, she has served as a finance team member on numerous peer reviews and focused visits for the Higher Learning Commission.

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ABERDEEN, S.D. – Aberdeen, S.D., home of Northern State University, has been recognized among the top 11 cities in the nation for millennial home buyers.

Aberdeen ranked No. 2 on this list, compiled by mortgage data firm Ellie Mae. More than half of homebuyers in Aberdeen, or 56 percent, are millennials. Joining Aberdeen on the list, which was publicized nationwide, are other smaller cities, including Dickinson and Williston in North Dakota. Affordability and increased job availability are believed to be factors.

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ABERDEEN, S.D. – Northern State University will hold community forums to discuss the university’s campus master plan.

The forums, which are open to the public, will be held on the following dates:

▪ 5:30-7:30 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 19, 2017, in the NSU Student Center Centennial Rooms

▪ 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, Jan. 11, 2018,  at the South Dakota School for the Blind and Visually Impaired

The South Dakota Board of Regents has approved a collaborative project involving NSU and the School for the Blind and Visually Impaired. The… more

ABERDEEN, S.D. – South Dakota artist Dick Termes, whose acclaimed Termespheres® have been recognized worldwide, will be a visiting artist at Northern State University Nov. 6-8.

Termes’ NSU visit will include a free, public lecture 7-8 p.m. Nov. 6 in the Johnson Fine Arts Center Berggren Recital Hall.

An internationally renowned artist, Termes is creator of the Termesphere, described on his website as a revolving three-dimensional space/time exploration of an entirely closed universe. As part of his NSU visit, Termespheres will be on display in the… more

ABERDEEN, S.D. – The Northern State University School of Fine Arts will hold its annual Band Clinic on Wednesday, Nov. 8, in the Johnson Fine Arts Center.

The clinic plays host to nearly 200 high school students with over 20 schools represented from Aberdeen and the surrounding area.

This year’s guest conductors include NSU’s very own Dr. Joelle Lien, associate vice president for academic affairs and graduate studies director, and Ms. Sara Weischedel from Holgate Middle School.

The… more