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Mayville State University President Dr. Brian Van Horn is pictured with students Lindsey Tulla, Noelle Erickson, and Daniel Suda at the annual Honor Society President's Dinner held Oct. 22, 2025. At the dinner, the students shared their gratitude for their Mayville State experiences and the generous alumni and friends who help to make these experiences possible through their financial and other support. Click here to hear the students' remarks.

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As the holidays draw near, our hearts are filled with gratitude for the many gifts with which we have been blessed. One of those precious gifts for countless alumni and friends is Mayville State University. For 136 years, the university has provided experiences that have made lives better.

Will you consider paying your gratitude for Mayville State forward so that a deserving student might enjoy the benefits of a Mayville State education?

Scholarship assistance truly makes a difference for students who are becoming the leaders of tomorrow. The opportunity to earn scholarships weighs heavily into a student’s decision to attend Mayville State. While our costs are very affordable, a scholarship makes our university even more appealing and may mean the difference in whether a student chooses to attend Mayville State, or whether to attend college at all. Your gift will help to relieve the financial stress that can go with earning a college degree and may be the very thing that makes it possible for a deserving person to earn a college degree.

Please consider what Mayville State has meant in your own life and make a gift to the scholarship fund that will help to ensure that others will benefit in the same way you have. 

The thankfulness flows in both directions.

We at Mayville State could not be more grateful for the generosity of our alumni and friends. Your support is key to making great things happen at the university and in the lives of individuals. From the bottoms of our hearts, we say “thank you” for your past and future support. You are changing lives.

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Your gift to the academic scholarship drive will help hard-working students like Noelle, Daniel, and Lindsey.

Noelle Erickson.jpg“Behind every scholarship is someone who believes in students like me and shares a passion for Mayville State. You may never meet every student you help, but your kindness becomes part of their story, shaping their path long after they graduate. Thank you for believing in the power of education to transform lives.”

Noelle Erickson, Argusville, N.D. 

Daniel Suda.jpg"Scholarships have made a real difference for me. I'm fortunate to be involved at MSU as a member of the football team and a residence hall assistant. I also work for the facilities department. These experiences have taught me time management and leadership. Scholarships allow me to be involved without constantly worrying about finances. I'm incredibly grateful."

Daniel Suda, Halstad, Minn.

Lindsey Tulla.jpg"What truly sets Mayville State apart is the incredible support we receive from the community and from generous donors like you. your contributions don't just help us pay for school - they allow us to fully engage in all this university has to offer. Thank you for believing in us and for helping us build the foundation for a meaningful future."

Lindsey Tulla, Bovey, Minn.

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Checks may be mailed to MSU Foundation, 330 Third Street NE, Mayville, ND  58257.

Questions? Call or email Stacy at 701-788-4864 or stacy.buchl@mayvillestate.edu.

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A message from President Van Horn

Brian Van Horn.jpgDear Friends and Supporters,

At Mayville State University, we believe that education is not just a pathway to opportunity. It is a promise of possibility. Every scholarship awarded is a testament to that promise, and the reflections shared by Noelle, Daniel, and Lindsey are an echo of your generosity and belief in their potential.

As you read their heartfelt testimonials, I hope you feel the deep gratitude they express on behalf of all Mayville State students. They remind us that your support does more than ease financial burdens. It inspires confidence, fuels ambition, and opens doors that might otherwise remain closed.

From record-breaking enrollment to exciting facilities upgrades, the positive momentum at Mayville State University is undeniable. We are incredibly grateful for the amazing teamwork that is resulting in opportunities to shape the future through education. As supporters of this institution, you play an integral role in this success.

Together, we are building a legacy of hope and achievement. Thank you for being part of this journey and for investing in the future of our students and our university.

With sincere appreciation,

Dr. Brian Van Horn
President, Mayville State University