The President's Weekly Newspaper Column
Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.
Addressing the state’s workforce needs is paramount
A top priority of Mayville State University is to help fill the workforce needs of North Dakota. We have been working hard, putting our ideas together and identifying opportunities…
Presentation demonstrates Mayville State’s impact in our state
Dr. Brian Huschle, Ms. Amber Hill, Dr. Corday Goddard, and I had the opportunity to represent Mayville State University in a presentation before the North Dakota Legislative…
Scholarship support is a sound investment in the future
We at Mayville State University are sincerely grateful for the wonderful scholarship support that comes from numerous alumni and friends. This assistance is extremely important to…
Agribusiness program addresses state workforce need, offers flexibility for students
The Mayville State University Bachelor of Science degree program in agribusiness provides coursework, career field experience, and a degree to prepare students for careers in…
Great things happen when teamwork prevails!
For the first time ever at Mayville State, Homecoming met Farmers Bowl for what was an epic Comets Family Reunion Sept. 15 and 16. Students, alumni, friends, and community members…
It’s been a great week to be a Comet!
For the first time ever, Mayville State Homecoming met Farmers Bowl for a combined celebration the week of Sept. 11. It was a week packed full of things to do as students, faculty,…
Combined Farmers Bowl/Homecoming festivities will be an opportunity to recognize our roots and honor our agricultural way of life
‘Tis the season to gather alumni and friends and celebrate the gift of Mayville State University and what it means in our lives. For the first time ever, Homecoming will meet…
Ensuring the best possible student experience is at the forefront
In the upcoming academic year, we’ll be focusing on four key objectives: enrollment, workforce development, fundraising, and the renovation of Old Main. Each of these focus areas…
Welcoming new and returning students: a special part of getting the new year off to a great start!
Every day is a great day to be a Comet, but that sentiment is especially emphasized at the kickoff of a new academic year when current students return and a brand-new class of…
Looking to the 2023-24 academic year with key objectives as a guide
It’s been a great week as we are in the final stretch to the kickoff of the 2023-24 academic year. Classes begin Monday, Aug. 21. Pre-service activities for faculty and staff were…