
June 4, 2026
Valley City State University has partnered with other North Dakota colleges to offer a virtual workshop series focused on improving online course design using artificial intelligence tools. About 100 participants have registered so far. Two national experts in online learning will lead the sessions.
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June 3, 2026
Valley City State University has named three new McCready Scholars who will receive full scholarships this fall. The university also announced an upcoming art residency award for faculty member Angela Mircsov along with sports updates including the annual Viking Golf Scramble.
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May 14, 2026
Valley City State University will honor its largest-ever graduating class at this year's commencement ceremony on May 16. Interim President Dr. Allen Burgad highlighted academic milestones as well as campus events leading up to graduation.
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May 14, 2026
Valley City State University will celebrate its largest-ever spring graduating class on May 16 with over 230 students recognized during commencement ceremonies at W.E. Osmon Fieldhouse. The event features speeches from interim president Allen Burgad, undergraduate speaker Tara Dahl, and faculty speaker Lindsey Kiecker.
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May 7, 2026
Valley City State University recognized seven students with its prestigious Viking Pilot award for their contributions to campus life. The annual honor highlights upper class leaders selected by a committee representing students, faculty, and staff.
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April 28, 2026
Valley City State University announced it will host the IgniteND conference focused on innovation in education June 2-3. The event targets K-12 educators with sessions about artificial intelligence integration in classrooms.
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April 27, 2026
Valley City State University’s Prairie Waters Center will hold three youth summer camps focused on water ecosystems education in June and July of 2026. Camps are open for grades five through twelve with activities like stream exploration and fishing.
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April 22, 2026
Valley City State University has paused its presidential search after several candidates withdrew from consideration. Interim President Dr. Allen Burgad will continue leading during this transition period while next steps are evaluated.
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April 19, 2026
Valley City State University welcomed around 300 students for its Regional Science Olympiad after rescheduling due to weather. Teams competed in various STEM events with several advancing to the state competition.
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April 15, 2026
Valley City State University shares its latest news including art exhibits, music concerts, student awards, athletic updates, faculty development initiatives, science competitions, and community events scheduled through late April.
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