The President's Weekly Newspaper Column
Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.
Million-dollar gift is changing lives
December 22, 2012
In November of last year, Mayville State received a gift of $1,000,000. Designated for the purpose of providing student scholarships, the gift is the largest…
Support from alumni and friends makes a difference
December 15, 2012
During the holiday season, it is appropriate to reflect on the many blessings we enjoy at Mayville State. We have much for which to be thankful, including our…
Personal Service extends beyond the walls of the Mayville State campus
December 8, 2012
There is the obvious asset of faculty and staff who are encouraged to go above and beyond in their service to students. But there is another aspect of personal…
Capital project funding requests center on campus safety concerns
December 1, 2012
Mayville State has identified two priority capital projects that have been approved by the State Board of Higher Education for funding consideration during the…
After Hours going strong in seventh year
November 24, 2012
Each month a community volunteer offers her home and co-sponsors the social with the help of friends who share hostess duties and provide refreshments.
Department of Education Title III grant funding used to strengthen Mayville State
November 17, 2012
Mayville State University was the fortunate recipient of a $1.9 million U.S. Department of Education Title III grant, announced in the spring of 2007.
MSU Foundation Honor Society members make a big impact at Mayville State
November 10, 2012
In July of 2007, the MSU Foundation implemented some changes that have simplified the way the general public and Mayville State alumni and friends interpret…
AHEC assists with health care needs in North Dakota
November 3, 2012
Area Health Education Centers (AHECs) are statewide networks of community-based organizations linked to academic health centers to address health workforce needs.
Scholarships benefit students while strengthening the university
October 27, 2012
Through the efforts of the MSU Foundation, Mayville State alumni and friends play a major role in providing financial support for students who enroll at Mayville…
Celebrate the holidays in song at Mayville State University
October 20, 2012
It seems a little premature to start talking about the upcoming holiday season, but I know people begin making plans early and I'm hoping you'll mark a couple of…