The North Dakota University System includes 11 campuses: two research institutions, four regional universities and five community colleges.

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The State Board of Higher Education appointed Dr. Carmen Simone as interim president of Lake Region State College beginning July 1 after current President Doug Darling retires at the end of June. Congrats, Dr. Simone! Read more at: bit.ly/4kzIRKc
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55 years after completing his degree, Berg will cross the commencement stage @mayvillestate mayvillestate.edu/about-msu/…
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Representatives from several NDUS institutions and NDUS office staff gathered in Chicago for the HLC Annual Conference. The event featured over 200 sessions and workshops designed to address current challenges and explore innovative solutions in academia.
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SBHE selected Brent Sanford as interim chancellor of ND University System as of April 30. Sanford, former ND lieutenant governor, has been serving as interim president at BSC. SBHE named Dr. Dan Leingang to fill the interim president position at BSC. bit.ly/3RSzEQI
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Chancellor @hagerott will retire effective April 29 from NDUS. He plans to focus his efforts on national security challenges by serving on boards and committees in the Naval University System to help develop a long-range strategic plan. Read more at bit.ly/4jyZAgl
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The State Board of Higher Education has selected Scott Molander as the fourteenth president of Dickinson State University. Read the full release here: dickinsonstate.edu/news/2025… #HawksAreUp #DickinsonState
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The SBHE has selected Scott Molander as the fourteenth president of @dickinsonstate. The Board interviewed four finalists at their meeting Thursday, March 27, on the DSU campus. " I am honored and humbled," he said as he accepted the position. Read more at bit.ly/4iZc4xe
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Fifteen students from the ND University System’s community colleges have been named to the 2025 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes students’ academic achievements, leadership and service. The group was honored March 19. Read more at bit.ly/41VtMuQ
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A concept funded by the Legislature through the ND Career Builders Program is now being implemented @Minotstate. The program places students in Community Service Officer positions, providing job training and assistance with educational costs. minotdailynews.com/news/loca…
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A roundtable discussion @Bismarck_State centered around business needs, tech and energy. A recording of Rep. Fedorchak, “If you take away only one thing from me today, I hope it is this – North Dakota should lead the effort in powering AI.” Watch excerpt: vimeo.com/1058299062/40c6458…
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The economic contribution of NDUS on the state was an estimated at $3.71 billion in fiscal year 2023.The economic contribution includes both direct and secondary effects. Read more at bit.ly/3EXGIs4
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ND University System retweeted
𝙍𝙚𝙨𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙘𝙝 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙥𝙪𝙧𝙥𝙤𝙨𝙚. 𝙄𝙣𝙣𝙤𝙫𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙬𝙞𝙩𝙝 𝙞𝙢𝙥𝙖𝙘𝙩.💡 NDSU has once again earned the prestigious R1 research classification, reaffirming our commitment to discovery and education that serves North Dakota and beyond. "Our land grant mission drives us to deliver services to the state that include cutting-edge research and transformative education opportunities," said Colleen Fitzgerald, Vice President for Research and Creative Activity. From advancing agriculture to engineering new solutions, our faculty and students are shaping the future every day. Learn more here: t.ly/uIzxO #NDSU #ResearchUniversity #R1
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ND University System retweeted
🌟 𝗨𝗡𝗗 𝗔𝗖𝗛𝗜𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗦 𝗥𝟭 𝗦𝗧𝗔𝗧𝗨𝗦 🌟 This top-tier research designation places us among the nation’s leading universities — driving innovation, funding, and opportunity for North Dakota and beyond. Read more: bit.ly/4gE42IQ #UNDproud
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Enrollment across ND University System’s 11 institutions again increased this spring, underscored by the highest spring headcount since 2016. The headcount for the spring 2025 census stands at 44,880, while the 2016 spring headcount was 44,910. Read more bit.ly/41bB6mM
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It's time! Join us today in celebrating UND's Winter Grads! 🎉🎓💚 9 a.m. | Professional & Graduate Degrees 1 p.m. | Undergraduate Degrees @UNDartsci @UNDCEM @UNDCNPD @UNDSMHS 4 p.m. | Undergraduate Degrees @UNDaerospace @UNDbusiness @UNDEducation ℹ️ UND.edu/commencement
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The ND Career Builders Scholarship and Loan Repayment Program has $125,000 statewide in matching funds available for businesses to recruit employees in high-need and emerging occupations. For more information: ndus.edu/career-builders. Read more at: bit.ly/3W8ZuTt
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