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| Facilities: BSU Gymnasium |
The BSU Gymnasium, which seats 2,200, was
originally constructed in 1959. Almost a year of work came to
fruition as the physical education complex, the all-encompassing
building that houses the BSU Gymnasium, was dedicated on January
4, 1960 by Minnesota Governor Orville Freeman in front of a
packed crowd. This large building contains the gym, a swimming
pool, classrooms and faculty offices.
The BSU Gymnasium hosts all Bemidji State University volleyball
matches, men’s and women’s basketball games, as
well as area high school playoff games. In addition, there are
events ranging from concerts and recitals to faculty meetings
and commencement ceremonies that take place there.
Locker-room facilities accommodate the BSU athletic teams, as
well as a designated area for faculty, staff, students and recreation
center members.
As Governor Freeman once said on that day of commencement, “the
one million dollars that the new Bemidji State College gymnasium
cost is not a debt, but an investment,” so the 2002-03
academic year proves that it has more worth than that.
Not only does it house an array of activities, but perhaps more
importantly it gives a distinct “home-court” advantage
for the athletic squads that use it. BSU fans and boosters of
all ages are regularly seen sporting the green and white colors
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