The President's Weekly Newspaper Column

Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.

Identifying an athletic conference home is an extremely important effort

Since we first learned in the fall of 2023 that the North Star Athletic Conference (NSAA) would be disbanding after the 2024-25 academic year, we have been exploring options for a…

Campus and community pride abounds

Our hearts are brimming over with campus and community pride! Many wonderful things are happening on a regular basis, but during the last couple of weeks, in particular, there has…

Team Mayville State working hard to provide great experiences for players, coaches, fans

Spring break is just a week away. The spring semester is buzzing along. Students, faculty, and staff are busy with a plethora of activities, from hosting a STEM carnival for…

Student athletes shine throughout the regular season and as conference tournaments begin

Games at Viterbo University in LaCrosse, Wis., and Waldorf University in Forest City, Iowa, Feb. 16 and 17 wrapped the 2023-24 regular season for Mayville State women’s and men’s…

Comets gather to celebrate their roots and support the Mayville State Tradition

As I write this week’s column, I am enjoying time with Mayville State University alumni and friends in Arizona. I like to call the events that happen during this annual trip south…

Criminal Justice Program established, scholarships available

We’re very happy to announce that Mayville State has added a new program in criminal justice. This is a very popular interest area. We often hear from prospective students who…

High school and Mayville State basketball a highlight for the next several weeks

In a few weeks, we’ll be rolling out the red carpet for Division A, Region 2 girls and boys basketball players, coaches, and fans when they participate in the regional tournament…

Employees make the Mayville State Experience stand apart

As I have said over and over again, Mayville State University is all about the people. Our staff and faculty are at the core of all that happens. These people are fundamental to…

Consider supporting Mayville State’s nursing program on Giving Hearts Day February 8

We are delighted to have been selected to participate in Giving Hearts Day 2024. Giving Hearts Day is a 24-hour online fundraiser for charities in northwestern Minnesota and North…

Mayville State alumni make a big impact as educators

The late Dr. James Warren Neilson, Mayville State professor emeritus’s book, “The School of Personal Service,” tells the history of the university. It is a great resource for…