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Activism Through Theater: BSU & Red Lake Nation College Give a Voice to Mother Earth

May 3, 2019

Dr. Season Ellison, assistant professor of history and VOTEF producer. Photo credit: Jon Heller

In conjunction with the second annual “Arts of the Earth” Festival, Bemidji State University and Red Lake Nation College partnered to hold the inaugural “Voices of the Earth” Festival.

Bemidji State Sends Graduates Off in Style at the 2019 Senior Social

May 3, 2019

Seniors posing for a picture in the photo frame.

Sandwiches, chips and cookies donated by Jimmy John's. — Sandwiches, chips and cookies donated by Jimmy John’s.

Students waiting for their senior send-off food and gift, despite the rainy weather.

Students picking out sandwiches, chips and cookies donated by Jimmy John's. — Students picking out sandwiches, chips and cookies donated by Jimmy John’s.

Students handing in their registration for door prizes.

As commencement day approaches at Bemidji State University, over 300 graduating BSU seniors attended a special send-off event at the David Park House on May 1 from 5 – 7 p.m. immediately following graduation rehearsal, which was held in Hagg-Sauer Hall.

Celebrating Excellence, BSU Recognizes Faculty & Staff Outstanding Achievements

May 2, 2019

All recognized BSU employees gathered for a group photo.

Jean Lanners received the Distinguished Service Award.

The Diversity Certificate recipients were Sandra Beck, facilities services supervisor, Dr. Christy Cook, assistant professor of nursing, Stacie Jergenson, assistant professor of criminal justice, and Donna Pawlowski, professor of communication studies.

Dr. Brian Donovan, 29 years of service, professor emeritus of English.

Dr. Sandra Kranz, 27 years of service, professor emerita of accountancy.

Dr. Judy Olson, 20 years of service, professor emerita of professional education.

Dr. Linda Colburn, associate professor of professional education, 5 years — Dr. Linda Colburn, associate professor of professional education, retires from BSU with 5 years of service.

Loralyn Kuechle, associate director of residential life, was recognized as BSU’s nominee for the 2019 Minnesota State Board of Trustees Professional Excellence in Service Award.

Student Center for Health and Counseling counselors, Lora Bertelsen, Amanda Gartner and Melissa Truax, received the Outstanding Contribution Award (team).

Paul Ekhoff, facilities building and maintenance supervisor, received the Outstanding Contribution Award.

Jim Stone, assistant professor of athletics, human performance, sport and health, and head soccer coach, received the Outstanding Contribution Award.

Dr. Misty Wilkie, associate professor of nursing, received the Outstanding Contribution Award.

Gwen Bailey, 32 years of service, associate director emerita of financial aid.

Dr. Pat Donnay, professor of political science, received the Excellence in Teaching Award.

Chris Haley, office services supervisor, received the Spirit of BSU Award (individual).

Bemidji State University A.C. Clark Library staff received the Spirit of BSU Award (team).

Visnja Remata-Bilanovic, customer service, retired with 17 years of service. Victoria Ruzicka, office and administrative specialist intermediate, Minnesota State Advanced Manufacturing Center of Excellence, retired with 18 years of service.

Bemidji State University recognized 66 employees with 755 combined years of service, five faculty members who have been granted emeriti status, five retiring staff members and winners of the university’s Awards of Excellence at its annual Employee Recognition Celebration on May 2.

Bemidji State Honors Memories of Hagg and Sauer with Hall Retirement Ceremony

May 1, 2019

After the event, attendees enjoyed light refreshments.

Attendees of the retirement ceremony gather before the event started on the lawn outside of Hagg-Sauer hall.

BSU President Faith C. Hensrud welcomed the crowd.

President Faith C. Hensrud encouraged attendees to cherish their memories of Hagg-Sauer hall.

Over 70 people gathered for the ceremony.

Pastor Ron Gladen, a guest speaker at the ceremony, attended BSU in the 1960's and had classes with both of the building's namesakes, Dr. Harold T. Hagg and Dr. Philip R. Sauer. He recalled the personalities of each and how they helped him to his future as a pastor. — Pastor Ron Gladen, a guest speaker at the ceremony, attended BSU in the 1960’s and had classes with both of the building’s namesakes, Dr. Harold T. Hagg and Dr. Philip R. Sauer. He recalled the personalities of each and how they helped him to his future as a pastor.

The Bemidji State Brass Quintet performed “Centone V, movement 1,” by Samuel Schmidt.

Wayne Robins and Lisa Skudlarek, general maintenance workers in Hagg-Sauer hall, removed the Arthur Lee Lecture Hall plaque from outside the classroom dedicated to the professor emeritus.

President Faith C. Hensrud with Wayne Robins and Lisa Skudlarek after the Arthur Lee Lecture Hall plaque was removed from outside the classroom dedicated to the professor emeritus.

President Faith C. Hensrud was interviewed by Lakeland Public Television after the event.

Travis Barnes, director of facilities, was interviewed by Lakeland Public Television after the event. — Travis Barnes, director of facilities, was interviewed by Lakeland Public Television about construction of the new building after the event.

On a chilly April day, more than 70 students, faculty, staff and community members gathered outside Hagg-Sauer Hall to remember, honor and retire the nearly 50-year-old building. Built in 1970, Hagg-Sauer is set to be replaced with an updated facility in the Fall of 2020.

BSU Faculty Recall Good Memories of Time in Hagg-Sauer Hall

April 30, 2019

BSU Faculty located in Hagg-Sauer hall recall their favorite memories of their time in the building. Built in 1970, Hagg-Sauer hall is set to be replaced with an updated facility in the Fall of 2020.

Bemidji State University Presents the 71st Annual Funtastic Dance Follies

April 30, 2019

BSU performers at the 71st annual Funtastic Dance Follies.

For the 71st year, Bemidji State University students presented the Funtastic Dance Follies – the university’s second-longest annual tradition behind only Homecoming. The April 21-23 show featured a variety of students, BSU clubs/organizations and community members performing dance routines ranging from swing, line, Latin, ballroom, fad and folk dancing, and many others.

From Africa to Minnesota: BSU Grad Student Studies Water Quality

April 26, 2019

Mirabel Tamukong came to Bemidji from Cameroon, West Africa to study hydrogeology in Bemidji State University’s environmental studies graduate program.

Celebrating Excellence, BSU Students Honored for Outstanding Achievements

April 25, 2019

Bemidji State's American Marketing Association revived the Outstanding Student Organization Award. — Bemidji State’s American Marketing Association revived the Outstanding Student Organization Award.

Kallie Hoplin received this year's Outstanding Student Leader Award. — Kallie Hoplin received this year’s Outstanding Student Leader Award.

The One More Light Music Festival received the Outstanding Program or Event Award.

Jonathan McNichols was recognized as the inaugural recipient of the Ladig/Morphew Student Activities Scholarship.

Patty Hartshorn, Relay for Life advisor, was recognized as the Outstanding Student Organization Advisor for 2019.

Dr. Jesse Grant, associate vice president for student life and success, welcomed the students to the event.

Denae Almano, executive director of the United Way of the Bemidji area.

Students, faculty and staff in the Beaux Arts Ballroom on campus.

Nina Johnson, director of the Hobson Memorial Union, had the honor of announcing this year's awards. — Nina Johnson, director of the Hobson Memorial Union, had the honor of announcing this year’s awards.

Nina Johnson, director of the Hobson Memorial Union, was recognized as 2019's Outstanding Professional Staff. — Nina Johnson, director of the Hobson Memorial Union, was recognized as 2019’s Outstanding Professional Staff.

The Hobson Memorial Union hosted its 2019 Leadership Celebration to recognize outstanding student leaders, organizations, programs and advisors on April 24.

BSU Marketing Students Showcase Creativity at Mock Trade Show

April 24, 2019

Bemidji State University marketing students presenting their original projects to local entrepreneurs.

Students presenting their idea for Belle Cosmetics.

Students present their idea for a product called Better Grip.

Students representing Green Tek, a solar powered watch product, showcase their product.

Students highlight their produce, Flare Fabric, a fabric designed to produce solar energy during use, to local entrepreneurs.

Students highlight a product to organize hats, called Cap Clip.

Bemidji State University marketing students taught by Dr. Angie Kovarik, assistant professor of business administration, held a mock trade show at Bemidji’s downtown LaunchPad facility on April 24.

Exploring the University’s Archives with Colleen Deel in Honor of BSU’s Centennial Year

April 24, 2019

Colleen Deel showcasing pieces from the university archives.

Colleen Deel presenting the final lecture in the BSU Honors Council series.

Audience attending Colleen Deel's honors lecture. — Audience attending Colleen Deel’s honors lecture.

BSU's STEM Scholars attended the honors lecture as a learning community event. — BSU’s STEM Scholars attended the honors lecture as a learning community event.

Colleen Deel, assistant professor of library & library services, presented the final lecture in the BSU Honors Council Lecture Series with her presentation entitled “Critically Understanding Our Relationship to the BSU Centennial.” To commemorate BSU’s centennial year, Deel turned to the university’s archives and created a narrative of our past.

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