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Group Visit

Are you ready to experience BSC with your school squad or other group? Look no further! The BSC Admissions office is here to make it happen. Don't miss out on the chance to explore BSC and the many benefits we have to offer.   Contact us to schedule your visit! Email: bsc.admissions@bismarckstate.edu Call:
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/visitcampus/groupvisit/

BSC student selected as 2023 Coca-Cola Academic Team Scholar

Frederic Odioinkhere, a student at Bismarck State College, has been named a 2023 Coca-Cola Academic Team Bronze Scholar and awarded a $1,000 scholarship. Odioinkhere, a BSC Process Technology major from Plant City, Fla., will also receive a commemorative medallion. The Coca-Cola Scholars
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-student-selected-as-2023-coca-cola-academic-team-scholar/

BSC team advances to Collegiate Cyber Defense Regional Competition

In a digital world where virtually all content can be consumed from any device at any time, and where social media is the mecca for Generation Z, the National Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (NCCDC) is the Rolls Royce of events for students applying cyber skills that protect the world’s
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-team-advances-to-cyber-collegiate-regional-competition/

BSC students named to the 2021 All-North Dakota Academic Team

Four Bismarck State College students are among the 17 North Dakota community college students named to the 2021 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes the academic achievements of community college students. Michael Schultz, Power Generation Technology major from Grand Marsh, Wis. Ashlei
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-students-named-to-the-2021-all-north-dakota-academic-team/

BSC Mystics Esports team headed to NJCAAE Overwatch championship

In its inaugural season, the BSC Mystics Esports Overwatch team is headed to the National Junior College Athletic Association Esports (NJCAAE) Overwatch championship match on Tuesday, April 28. BSC Overwatch players are Ethan Reuter, Parker Doll, RJ Tare, Keenan Welder, Robert Bender, Robert
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-mystics-esports-team-headed-to-njcaae-overwatch-championship/

Three BSC students inducted to 2020 All-North Dakota Academic Team

Three Bismarck State College students were among 11 North Dakota community college students named to the 2020 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes the academic achievements of community college students. Members of the team and the colleges they attend are:  Alie Glasser,
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/three-bsc-students-inducted-to-2020-all-north-dakota-academic-team/

Secretary of Energy Perry plans Monday visit to N.D. coal mine, power plant

U.S. Secretary of Energy Rick Perry will visit North Dakota on Monday, touring coal facilities and hosting a roundtable with energy industry executives. Rep. Kevin Cramer, R-N.D., and Sen. John Hoeven, R-N.D., announced Perry’s visit, which will include tours of North American Coal’s
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/secretaryofenergyperryplansmondayvisittondcoalminepowerplant/

BSC team participates in United Way's Little Black Dress Campaign

BSC is proud to once again be participating in the Little Black Dress Campaign, a poverty awareness event led by United Way's Women United. During the week of Sept. 17-20, our BSC team "BSC Back in Black" will be wearing the same little black dress every day to demonstrate the effects poverty
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bsclittleblackdress2018/

Explore BSC programs during February and March Program Visit Days

Bismarck State College will be holding 13 Program Visit Days for students interested in taking a closer look at specific BSC programs or departments before making career and academic decisions. These visit days will give prospective students direct access to classrooms, faculty and behind-the-scenes
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/explorebscprogramsduringfebruaryandmarchprogramvisitdays/

Community invited to Mystics Volleyball Team Homecoming, Nov. 25

The 2019 Bismarck State College Mystics Volleyball Team came into the NJCAA Div II National Volleyball Tournament in Charleston, West Virginia, ranked #12. They are coming home the #4 team in the nation. The 2019 Mystics Volleyball Team has made their mark in the BSC history book. All Mystics fans
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/communityinvitedtomysticsvolleyballteamhomecomingnov25/

Team registrations sought for regional Science Olympiad at BSC

The North Dakota State Science Olympiad coordinating team at Bismarck State College is calling for middle school and high school student teams to register for the Regional Science Olympiad in Bismarck on March 31, 2016. Students will compete in individual events at the regional tournament with a
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/teamregistrationssoughtforregionalscienceolympiadatbsc/

Students named to 2015 All-North Dakota Academic Team

Reprinted with permission from the North Dakota University System. BISMARCK, N.D. - Seven North Dakota community college students have been named to the 2015 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes the academic achievements of community college students. They will be honored at a dinner
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/studentsnamedto2015allnorthdakotaacademicteam/

Students Named to the 2016 All-North Dakota Academic Team

Five North Dakota community college students have been named to the 2016 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes the academic achievements of community college students. The students were honored at a dinner and awards ceremony on Thursday, April 21, at Lake Region State College. North
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/studentsnamedtothe2016allnorthdakotaacademicteam/

Bismarck State College named top team for the American Heart Walk

Fifteen employees from Bismarck State College (BSC) joined nearly 300 Bismarck-Mandan-area residents for the American Heart Association’s Heart Walk on May 14. The annual event raises funds to fight heart disease and stroke, the two leading causes of death in the world. Team BSC raised $3,000
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/heartwalk/

BSC students named to the 2017 All-North Dakota Academic Team

Twelve North Dakota community college students have been named to the 2017 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes the academic achievements of community college students. The students were honored at a dinner and awards ceremony on Tuesday, March 7, at Bismarck State College. Monsignor James
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017ndacademicteam/

BSC team pedaling for a cause

Come Saturday, 15 BSC employees, alumni, friends and family will be spinnin’ and grinnin’ at Legacy High School. Spinnin’ because of their participation in the Sanford Health Great American Bike Race (GABR). Grinnin’ because of the funds they are raising to support children and
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017gabr/

BSC creative team brings home gold and silver in national competitions

Bismarck State College has shown that it can compete with the big dogs when it comes to its marketing efforts.   BSC landed in the winner’s circle in four categories of the 32nd Annual Educational Advertising Awards, a national contest sponsored by Higher Education
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/creativeawards/

Two BSC students named to 2024 All-North Dakota Academic Team

Fifteen students from the North Dakota University System’s community colleges have been named to the 2024 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes students’ academic achievements, leadership and service. BSC students Sierra Lang and Aissata Soumare, both of Bismarck, N.D., were among
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/two-bsc-students-named-to-2024-all-north-dakota-academic-team/

BSC Rodeo Team starts first season strong

(KFYR-TV) It is the first year the BSC rodeo team is competing, and the men’s team is already ranked fourth by the National Intercollegiate Rodeo Association. Right now, the team is building a foundation, and it is off to a great start.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/2024/09/18/bsc-rodeo-team-starts-first-season-strong/

BSC professor headed to Ultimate Frisbee World Championships

(KFYR-TV) By day, Kim Kohler is an assistant professor of sociology at Bismarck State College, but by night, she’s an Ultimate Frisbee athlete.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/2024/11/08/bsc-professor-headed-ultimate-frisbee-world-championships/

Tales from the Farm: BSC Rodeo Team

(KX12) From bull riding to break-away roping and even goat tying, the Bismarck State College Rodeo team is galloping toward greatness after their first year back in the arena. In this KX12 Tales From the Farm, saddle up and get ready for a ride as we get a behind-the-scenes look into one of the team’s
https://www.kxnet.com/studio701/tales-from-the-farm/tales-from-the-farm-bsc-rodeo-team/

BSC students chosen for 2025 All-North Dakota Academic Team

(KFYR-TV) An honor society chose three Bismarck State College students to be a part of the 2025 All-North Dakota Academic Team. The team recognizes students’ academic achievements, leadership and service. 
https://www.kfyrtv.com/2025/03/30/bsc-students-chosen-2025-all-north-dakota-academic-team/

ND Today: BSC Mystics Dance Team

(KFYR-TV) ND Today host Jody Kerzman visits with BSC Mystics Dance coaches to learn more about the Mystics Competitive Dance team competing on the collegiate level for the first year.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/video/2025/07/31/nd-today-bismarck-state-college-mystics-dance-team/

BSC students named to the 2026 All-North Dakota Academic Team

Four BSC students have been named to the 2026 All-North Dakota Academic Team. In total, 15 students from the North Dakota University System’s (NDUS) community colleges were named to the team which recognizes students’ academic achievements, leadership and service. The group was honored
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-students-named-to-the-2026-all-north-dakota-academic-team/

Join Our Team

BSC is looking for online cybersecurity and computer networking adjunct professors. Current Openings   Adjunct Cybersecurity and Computer Information Technology Instructors Summary of Position SUMMARY OF POSITION: Responsibilities include teaching cybersecurity and information
https://bismarckstate.edu/cybersecurity/faculty/joinourteam/

BSC/University of Mary combo team places in regional cyber defense competition

For the second year in a row, a combined cybersecurity team of six Bismarck State College and two University of Mary students placed third in the North Central Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC) held during the DakotaCon cybersecurity conference at Dakota State University in Madison, S.D.   Dakota
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscuniversityofmarycomboteamplacesinregionalcyberdefensecompetition/

BSC presidential candidates to visit campus March 2-5

The five candidates for the position of Bismarck State College president will be on the college campus March 2-5. The public is invited to attend the community forums held in the Basin Electric Auditorium inside the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence.   The BSC Presidential Search Committee
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-presidential-candidates-to-visit-campus-march-2-5/

BSC hosts Energy Progress & Innovation Conference (EPIC) Jan. 24-26 in Bismarck

Bismarck State College (BSC) Continuing Education and TrainND will host the Energy Progress & Innovation Conference (EPIC), Jan. 24-26, at the Bismarck Event Center. This year’s conference, formerly known as the Energy Generation Conference (EGC), features 200 exhibit booths representing 35
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-hosts-energy-progress-and-innovation-conference-(epic)-jan-24-26-in-bismarck/

BSC campus will close at 3 p.m. (CST) on Oct. 26

Due to weather conditions, campus accessibility and our concern for community safety, the Bismarck State College campus will close at 3 p.m. (CST) today, Oct. 26. All classes and events after 3 p.m. will be canceled and offices will be closed. Only designated essential personnel should report for
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-campus-will-close-at-3-pm-(cst)-on-oct-26/

Energy Generation Conference set for Jan. 26-28

  A short time remains to register for the Energy Generation Conference in Bismarck, the upper Midwest’s premier training and exhibitor event for those involved in the energy industry.   The conference runs Jan. 26-28 at the Bismarck Event Center. Online pre-registration fee is $40
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/egc2016/

MDU Resources Community Bowl to close May 26 for summer construction projects

The MDU Resources Community Bowl on the campus of Bismarck State College will close Tuesday, May 26, for major construction and facility improvement projects led by the Bismarck Community Bowl Authority. The anticipated reopening is August 13. Facility improvement projects include: Turf replacement Track
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/mdu-resources-community-bowl-to-close-may-26-for-summer-construction-projects/

Schedule a Visit

Schedule a tour or one-on-one visit to learn more about the degree program that matches your goals, as well as the many student services BSC offers.   Campus visit appointments available: Monday - Friday at 9:30 a.m., 10:00 a.m., and 1:00 p.m. CST. The 1:00 p.m. tour is available
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/visitcampus/

High school juniors and seniors invited to visit campus Oct. 21

Bismarck State College hosts its Fall Open House on Friday, Oct. 21, for high school juniors and seniors to explore the campus, learn about programs and get information on how to apply. A $1,000 scholarship will be given away to one prospective student attending the Fall Open House. Students can
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/highschooljuniorsandseniorsinvitedtocampusoct21/

Visit With A Veteran

This Veterans Day, meet Greg Lugar, a veteran and BSC associate professor in the energy department. He primarily teaches in the Nuclear Power Technology program, but also instructs for other energy programs and for an occasional philosophy or religion course. What has been your military journey? I
https://bismarckstate.edu/blog/visit-with-a-veteran/

Mystics Competitive Dance Team Recruiting Form

https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/mystics-competitive-dance-team-recruitment-form/

Bismarck State College presidential semi-finalists to visit campus March 2-4

(NDUS) Six semi-finalists for the position of Bismarck State College (BSC) president will be on the college campus March 2-4. The public is invited to attend the community forums held in the Basin Electric Auditorium inside the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence.
https://ndus.edu/bismarck-state-college-presidential-semi-finalists-to-visit-campus-march-2-4

BSC welcomes two key additions to its academic leadership team

Bismarck State College (BSC) announces the appointment of two accomplished healthcare industry professionals to key leadership positions, further enhancing the institution's commitment to student success and excellence in polytechnic education.   Alex Glatt joins BSC as the Assistant Dean of
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-welcomes-two-key-additions-to-its-academic-leadership-team/

BSC/University of Mary combo team places in regional cyber defense competition

https://bismarckstate.edu/cybersecurity/news/bscuniversityofmarycomboteamplacesinregionalcyberdefensecompetition/

K-20W team nominated for Roaming Bison Award

Bismarck State College is proud to be part of the team engaged in the mission of "Every Student, Cyber Education, K-PHD," an initiative that has been nominated for the Roaming Bison Award – one of the North Dakota Governor’s Awards for Excellence in Public Service. The specific
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/k20wteamnominatedforroamingbisonaward/

K-20W team nominated for Roaming Bison Award

https://bismarckstate.edu/cybersecurity/news/k20wteamnominatedforroamingbisonaward/

Poet to visit Bismarck State College

Poet Brian Baumgart will be at Bismarck State College on Monday, March 5 at 7:30 p.m. for a reading, question-and-answer session and book-signing. The event will be held in the Basin Electric Auditorium inside the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence and is free and open to the public.   Baumgart’s
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/baumgartvisit/

Grant helps BSC buy high-tech welding equipment

Bismarck State College has acquired a new welding system and a mobile computer lab with a $646,000 workforce training grant from the North Dakota Department of Career and Technical Education matched with local industry contributions.   The Apex 2100 orbital welding system made by Lincoln Electric
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/granthelpsbscbuyhightechweldingequipment/

test lane 26

View the official Degree Plan in the Academic Catalog  These advising worksheets are unofficial and to be used for class planning purposes only. Cybersecurity and Information Technology BAS - 2019-20
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/testlane26/

CHAMPS TO US: Mystic Volleyball's historic season

The 2019 Bismarck State College Mystics Volleyball Team came into the NJCAA Division II National Volleyball Tournament in Charleston, West Virginia, ranked #12. They came home the #4 team in the nation. #MYSTICSHISTORY  
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/winter-2020/champs-to-us-mystic-volleyballs-historic-season/

GAME ON: BSC Esports

The National Junior College Athletic Association only announced the addition of esports in September, and BSC has already created a state-of-the-art esports lab and established a team of 39 students. And one of them is already climbing the ranks.   Fifty-five students from more than 15 schools
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/winter-2020/game-on-bsc-esports/

PhishNotify

PhishNotify is a tool that will allow you to report suspicious emails received in your email. It is available for Outlook on your desktop, webmail, and the Outlook mobile app for iOS and Android. When a suspicious email is identified as one you believe to be phishing or potentially malicious, click
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/phishnotify/

BILT

The BILT model is a collaborative leadership model that allows business and industry to offer direct input in the development of college programs. This is an engaging approach to connect college programs to industry leaders. Programs are advised by industry leaders to ensure the curriculum and
https://bismarckstate.edu/polytechnic/business-and-industry/bilt/

BSC Bookstore

 
http://shopbookstore.bismarckstate.edu/home.aspx

Alumni Board

The 2025-2026 BSC National Alumni Association is managed by a board representing graduates and current students from six decades, and the Alumni Development Manager. President - Rob Koppinger  Vice President - Jerry Chaussee Past President - Donna Fricke Additional Board Members: Eric
https://bismarckstate.edu/alumnifoundation/about/board/

The Dakota Interviews

The Dakota Interviews involves extended interviews and video recordings of 100 people of every background – farmers, homemakers, artists, welders, teachers, CEOs, business owners, young and old – to find out what people are thinking about themselves and the state in which they live.
https://bismarckstate.edu/community/humanities/dakotainterviews/

Explore BSC | Open House Event

https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/openhouse/

Date rape, student safety expert Katie Koestner to share personal story at BSC

Katie Koestner, considered to be the country’s most highly regarded student safety expert on sexual assault, visits Bismarck State College on Wednesday, Oct. 26, to share “Katie’s Journey: The Story that Broke the Silence on Date Rape.”   “Katie’s Journey”
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/katiekoestner/

EMS leader heads toward the heart of hurricane’s destruction

By 5 a.m, 24 hours after Hurricane Irma decimated Florida, Darci Grunett was headed into the heart of the destruction. And for her, that’s normal. "In our field, we run toward things that others are running from,” Grunett says of her profession. She’s a veteran Paramedic
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscparamedicleadertofl/

Mystics open their baseball season in Arizona honoring a lost teammate

The Bismarck State College Mystic baseball team will open the 2017 season in Tucson, Ariz., March 11 at the Tucson Invitational Games. The Mystics will play 10 games in seven days at Kino Sports Complex, the former spring training home of the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Chicago White Sox. The
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/mysticsintucson/

Energy Progress & Innovation Conference to be held virtually in 2021

Bismarck State College Continuing Education and TrainND are excited to announce the 2021 Energy Progress & Innovation Conference (EPIC) will be a virtual conference held January 26-27, 2021 to allow attendees to learn, share and network from the safety and convenience of their homes or workplaces. One
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/energy-progress-and-innovation-conference-to-be-held-virtually-in-2021/

BSC wins national trap title in first season

In post-to-post fashion, the Bismarck State College Clay Target League (BSC CTL) team took the USA College Clay Target League’s (USA CCTL) Conference 1A-1 Fall National Trap Title with dominant shooting performances from its team members competing in just their first season for the Mystics. I
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bismarck-state-wins-national-trap-title-in-first-season/

BSC waiving application fee through May 31

To help make life a little easier for our future students, Bismarck State College is waiving the $35 application fee for students who apply to BSC (bismarckstate.edu/apply) now through May 31, 2020. New students and transfer students who apply for admission to BSC for the Summer 2020 and Fall
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-waiving-application-fee-through-may-31/

BSC adds varsity esports, offering scholarships

Bismarck State College Athletic Director Buster Gillis announced today (July 9, 2019) in a press conference that BSC is entering the rapidly growing and competitive world of esports (electronic sports) by launching a varsity Mystics esports team this fall. The college is actively recruiting gamers to
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscaddsvarsityesportsofferingscholarships/

Five candidates selected for Bismarck State College president position

Five candidates have accepted invitations to visit Bismarck State College to interview for the position of president. Candidates will visit the campus March 2-5. Additional information about each candidate and a schedule of campus and community open forums with the candidates will be released later
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/five-candidates-selected-for-bismarck-state-college-president-position/

Meet Millie Hyatt: BSC’s 2025 Outstanding Student in Theatre

(KFYR-TV) Millie Hyatt started in the BSC Theatre Arts Program two years ago at 16. She’s graduating at age 18 as BSC’s 2025 Outstanding Student in Theatre and as part of the collegiate North Dakota All-Academic Team.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/2025/05/08/meet-millie-hyatt-bscs-2025-outstanding-student-theatre/

No longer the first rodeo for Bismarck State College

(The Bismarck Tribune) The Bismarck State College rodeo team has gone through their first rodeo and are now onto to their fourth, and the inaugural season for the Mystics rodeo team has been off to a hot start.
https://bismarcktribune.com/sports/college/no-longer-the-first-rodeo-for-bismarck-state-college/article_d5559d2a-76c8-11ef-903b-47a3226c32a9.html#tncms-source=login

The One Big Beautiful Bill Act

On July 4, 2025, President Donald Trump enacted the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, introducing significant changes to higher education policy including changes to federal student financial aid programs effective July 1, 2026. Please note: The information on this page is subject to change as additional
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/applyingforaid/the-one-big-beautiful-bill-act-and-important-updates-to-federal-financial-aid/

Meet Those Who Make It Possible

Assistant Dean of Automation, Energy, and Advanced Technology - Certifying Official for the XR for VR Grant   Mandi Eberle is an Assistant Dean for the Automation, Energy and Advanced Technology Division at Bismarck State College (BSC). She also serves as XR for VR’s Certifying
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/xrforvr/about-us/

Contact Us

We’d love to hear from you! Whether you have questions about our XR for VR project, partnership opportunities, or general inquiries, please reach out using any of the methods below. Email bsc.XRforVR@bismarckstate.edu Phone Number 701-224-2589 Mailing Address Bismarck State College
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/xrforvr/about-us/contact-us/

News

Check out what’s new with the XR for VR Project at Bismarck State College! From media features to project highlights, this is where we share our latest stories, achievements, and appearances in the news.  
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/xrforvr/events/news/

Financial Aid for Service Members

Financial Aid information for Service Members Follow these guidelines to apply for and determine your federal student aid eligibility. Please keep in mind that applying for federal student aid is separate from applying for your military benefits. Please be in contact with the BSC Veterans
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/services/veterans/financialaidforservicemembers/

PA News We Can Use

https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/crnewstouse/

Great Gig, Big Stage

About 25,000 copies of Vintage Guitar magazine are printed and distributed all over the world each month. Established in 1986, the subscription-based publication features the companies that build vintage guitars and artists who play them as well as information on new gear, up-and-coming artists and
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/winter201819/greatgigbigstage/

CyberCon

http://cyberconbsc.com/

Cybersecurity News

https://bismarckstate.edu/cybersecurity/news/

Computer Specifications

The information below serves as general computer recommendations for BSC students. Visit your academic program page for the specific computer requirements for your academic program. All BSC courses use a Learning Management System (LMS) called Blackboard. Chromebooks, Chrome OS devices,
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/computerspecs/

Student Success

Your success at Bismarck State College is important. That's why we offer many services on campus to help you achieve your goals. Explore student supports, campus resources and student programming, or contact us, and we'll be happy to help you find the service that will meet your needs.   
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/services/student-success/

Student Job Openings

https://bismarckstate.edu/employment/jobopenings/student-employment/student-job-openings/

Faculty & Staff

Summer, 2018 Bismarck State College, North Dakota’s Polytechnic Institution, is dedicated to student success. Our campus positions are student-centered to provide high quality campus services and hands-on learning experiences.   We offer rewarding work opportunities with a competitive
https://bismarckstate.edu/employment/faculty-and-staff/

Blackboard

Bismarck State College uses the Blackboard (Bb) Learning Management System for online learning.  Visit our Blackboard & Infobase site for more information.   Please Note:  Chromebooks do not work with Blackboard, as many features and interactions are not compatible. 
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/blackboard/

BSC in the News

https://bismarckstate.edu/bscinthenews/

Heavy Equipment Operations Inquiry Form

Ready to start a career in Heavy Equipment Operations? Gain hands-on experience with a variety of machinery, from bulldozers to excavators, under the guidance of industry-experienced instructors. Benefit from a curriculum designed in collaboration with professionals, earning industry-recognized certifications
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/heavyequipmentoperator/heoinquiry/

Helpful Resources

Cybersecurity threats evolve rapidly, making constant watchfulness essential. Keep up to date with the latest developments in cyber threat intelligence. We provide a selection of essential authoritative resources for students, faculty, and staff. Protect your digital presence and contribute to our community's
https://bismarckstate.edu/cybersecurity/cybersecuritycenter/helpful-resources/

Campus News Roundup

BSC and VCSU Announce Collaborative Elementary Education Bachelor's Degree A new collaborative program between BSC and Valley City State University (VCSU) means students now can earn an Associate in Science degree with an emphasis in elementary education from BSC and a Bachelor of Science degree in
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/fallwinter2017/campusnewsroundup/

Military News

https://bismarckstate.edu/military/news/

Veterans

BSC is approved to offer programs to veterans and other eligible persons for veteran's benefits. For details, visit the BSC Veterans Services site. If you have any questions on how your approved Veteran's benefits may affect your tuition and fee billing please contact Student Finance. We can be reached
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/veterans/

President's Cup

   
https://bismarckstate.edu/alumnifoundation/events/presidentscup/

iTunes U

Event videos and more are captured by the BSC's video production team. View them at full lenth and in high quality resolution through iTunes U. Special Events '60s Symposium, 2015 (currently being produced, check back soon!) The Kennedy Symposium, 2013 Conversations Music Jazz
https://bismarckstate.edu/community/live/itunesu/

Energy Expo

BSC live streaming of the Great Plains & EmPower ND Energy Conference.
https://bismarckstate.edu/community/live/energyexpo/

Energy Progress & Innovation Conference

 Future Conference Dates January 28-30, 2025 January 27-29, 2026 For the latest conference updates please go to  NDEPIC.COM   CONTACT: 1-877-846-9387 • 701-224-5600 • bsc.training@bismarckstate.edu Find us on Facebook!  
https://bismarckstate.edu/continuingeducation/professional/conferences/egc/

Important Information

OSHA Record Keeping Advisor The U.S. Department of Labor has issued the OSHA Recordkeeping Advisor, a new Web tool to help employers understand their responsibilities to report and record work-related injuries and illnesses. Get the latest OSHA News Read the most recent OSHA publications
https://bismarckstate.edu/continuingeducation/ndosh/info/

Great Plains Energy Corridor

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http://www.energynd.com/

Military Affairs

The BSC Veterans Services Office has resources available to assist those who have served or are currently serving in the military along with eligible dependents in navigating the VA Education Benefits process. We can provide information on other campus services such as tutoring, counseling, financial
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/services/veterans/

Energy News

https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/news/

Alumni & Foundation News

https://bismarckstate.edu/alumnifoundation/news/

Employment

The right career. The right place.  Join the Bismarck State College team and embark on an exciting career journey where we do education right. Whether you're looking for a student-employee position, part-time or full-time staff roles, or a faculty position, BSC offers exceptional opportunities.
https://bismarckstate.edu/employment/

VA Updates

Recent VA updates: Refund for MGIB $1200 Buy-in The Veteran must request the refund in order to receive the refund.  There is no automated system in place to refund those eligible Veterans. The eligible Veteran can send in the request through the submit a question link, fax it to 314-552-9444,
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/services/veterans/updates/

Login Information

Your NDUS Account is used to access Campus Connection, Blackboard, email and Office 365 services, lab computers and the wireless network   The NDUS Account Self Service site allows you to: Claim your NDUS Account Change your password Locate your User ID Reset a forgotten password Find
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/login/

Contact Us

BSC Computer Center/Help Desk Location:  Schafer Hall 129 Phone:  (701) 224-5442 Email:  bsc.helpdesk@bismarckstate.edu (monitored during regular business hours) BSC Campus Map   BSC Help Desk Hours: Academic School Year: Monday-Friday: 8:00 AM-4:00 PM Central
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/contact/

Speaker's Bureau

BSC Speakers Bureau act as a resource for people who plan meetings, conferences and special events. Working with BSC Speakers Bureau gives you access to effective speakers and ensures professional expertise to match the best speaker to your event. BSC will work closely with you to identify your exact
https://bismarckstate.edu/continuingeducation/business/speakers/

Faculty & Staff Job Openings

Thank you for visiting our Job Openings page. For full consideration of a job opening, ensure all required materials are completed by the deadline listed.  *For the best results during the application process, Chrome is the recommended browser.   Applicants must be legally authorized
https://bismarckstate.edu/employment/jobopenings/

Tax Information

Starting in the 2019 calendar year and moving forward, Bismarck State College students eligible to receive a 1098-T tuition statement automatically receive the form online only via their Campus Connection account. Students who wish to receive a paper copy must contact the Student Finance office, via
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/tuitionfees/taxinformation/

Financial Aid Process

I need to complete my FAFSA 1. To receive federal financial aid, you must be seeking a degree. Complete the admissions application at Bismarck State College by going to bismarckstate.edu/HowToApply 2. Obtain a Federal Student Aid (FSA) ID by visiting studentaid.gov Select "create
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/applyingforaid/types/process/

Mystic Java Coffee Shops

Daily Specials Monday -- MOCHA MONDAY - $1 off all Mochas. Tuesday -- Double Punch Day Wednesday -- $1 off the Monthly Special.  Thursday  -- $1 off the Barista's choice of the day. Friday --  FAN FRIDAY - Wear BSC apparel and get $1 off your drink! Drink
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/campuslife/dining/mysticjava/

Public Affairs Project Request Form

The Public Affairs team provides communication and creative services for Bismarck State College. We are eager to work with you on creating the most effective communications material to meet your objectives, budget, and schedule. Below are the most commonly requested design and support services
https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/crrequest/

Student Union

The Student Union houses the Welcome Center, BSC Bookstore selling textbooks and BSC gear, and the Mystic Java offering a full coffee bar and snacks. The Mystic Marketplace delivers a variety of meals and dining options throughout the day, including meals to go. Also found in the Union is the
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/campuslife/studentunion/

Campus Police | Safety & Security

The BSC Campus Police Department is dedicated to providing a safe and secure environment for the thousands of students, faculty, staff and visitors that live, work and study at Bismarck State College. With a primary mission of protecting lives and property and the belief that people are our
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/healthandsafety/campussafety/

Counseling

Solution-focused counseling is available to students at no charge. To make an appointment, please call 701-224-5752. Visit the solution-focused counseling page for more information.
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/healthandsafety/counseling/

Student Health Insurance

Domestic Students   The NDUS UHCSR Plan does not offer coverage to domestic students. NDUS encourages students to seek health care coverage if they do not have insurance. If you are in need of assistance in finding health insurance, please visit healthcare.gov. International Students The
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/healthandsafety/studenthealthinsurance/

Student Merit Pages

Your BSC Merit page gives you the recognition you deserve for your great achievements During your time at BSC, we know that you will be doing great things, every day. It is important to us that we document and you get recognition for your accomplishments while you are a student here so we've
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/merit/

Staff Directory - CE

Scott Agnew Title: TrainND Sales Manager Telephone: 224-5650 Email Address: scott.agnew@bismarckstate.edu Courtney Bernhardt Title: Administrative Assistant Telephone: 224-2531 Email Address: courtney.bernhardt@bismarckstate.edu Joseph Camisa Title: TrainND Manager Telephone: 701-224-2534 Email: joseph.camisa@bismarckstate.edu   Jessica
https://bismarckstate.edu/continuingeducation/contact/cetiemployeedirectory/

BSC Alumni Board adds members, elects officers

The BSC National Alumni Association Board of Directors elected Shelly Wanek, ’05, president and Kyren Miller, ’98, vice president at its annual meeting in September. Wanek is Manager Comp/EEO/Recruitment at Basin Electric Power Cooperative. Miller is program manager,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscalumniboardaddsmemberselectsofficers/

Careers in Energy Week

The Center for Energy Workforce Development (CEWD) and member companies began working together to create a Careers in Energy Week in 2010. The purpose is to increase the public's awareness about energy careers through a concerted nationwide effort.  This year's Careers in Energy Week will be October
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/careersinenergyweek/

Author to speak at BSC about ND photography project

Photographer and teacher Roddy MacInnes will be at the Bismarck State College Library on Monday, Sept. 26, from 5:30–6:30 p.m. to talk about his “Finding Nina” project.    The “Finding Nina” project began in 1993 when MacInnes purchased two photo albums from
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/authortospeakatbscaboutndphotographyproject/

Location change announced for energy conference

The Great Plains & EmPower ND Energy Conference on Oct. 11 has been moved from Bismarck State College to the Ramada Bismarck, 1400 East Interchange Avenue.   Registration is closed for the event, and all pre-registered attendees can check-in for the event starting at 7:30 a.m. on Tuesday,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/conferencelocationchange/

Bakken U scholarship application now open

Applications are now open for more than $25,000 in scholarships that have been announced under the North Dakota University System's BakkenU initiative. Now entering its third year, the NDUS Foundation has awarded $15,000 in BakkenU scholarships while the five BakkenU institutions have made several
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/201718bakkenu/

2017 AWWA State of the Water Industry Report Results Are In!

AWWA has tracked issues and trends in the water industry since 2004 through its State of the Water Industry (SOTWI) study. The annual SOTWI survey allows participants to server as a voice for their colleagues and encourages reflection on the water industry's ‑challenges and priorities. The association
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017awwastateofthewaterindustryreportresultsarein/

BSC partners with Frontier Precision to equip surveying lab

Starting in the fall of 2018 Bismarck State College Engineering Technology students will be trained using only the most up-to-date equipment thanks to a new partnership with a leading regional sales company of surveying technology and equipment.   Frontier Precision, a sales company headquartered
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/frontierprecisionsurveyinglab/

BSC concerts feature music, art and poetry

As part of their ArtsQuest celebration, Bismarck State College presents their annual Collage Concert and Spring Choral Concert. ­­­ Audiences will enjoy a seamless performance during BSC’s popular Collage Concert Tuesday, April 10, in Sidney J. Lee Auditorium.   Set for 7:30
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018collageconcert/

North Dakota IT experts prepare students

A complement of cyber security trainers and advisors, including members of the North Dakota National Guard, recently helped prepare a team of North Dakota students for participation in the North Central Collegiate Cyber Defense Competition (CCDC). This was the first time a team from North Dakota has
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/cyberdefensecompetition/

Designers battle it out on stage for supreme creative title

The stage is set for Shortcuts, a real-time design battle showcasing creative skills and pitting faculty against students and agencies against industry. While the hope is that things don’t get physical, spectators will have the chance to cheer on their favorite designer on Monday, April 23 in
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/shortcuts2018/

Rigs moving away from Bakken’s core, but gas production still hits new high

Rigs have expanded their footprint to a wider area of the Bakken, and the trend is already showing up in the changing ratio of oil and gas numbers. Crude oil production went up 3.5 percent from July to August to 1.084 million barrels per day, while gas production went up 2.5 percent to 1.943
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/rigsmovingawayfrombakkenscorebutgasproductionstillhitsnewhigh/

BSC hosts Century High School art exhibit through March

The Gannon Gallery at Bismarck State College will display an all-media exhibit by Century High School art students March 6-30.   Reception for the students in grades nine through 12 takes place Thursday, March 9, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the new Library-English-Art building at 1400 Schafer Street.
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017chsartexhibit/

Poet David Solheim returns to Bismarck for ArtsQuest at BSC event

As part of this month’s ArtsQuest line-up, Bismarck State College (BSC) is proud to bring poet Dr. David Solheim to campus for a poetry reading event. Solheim will present selections from his latest book of poetry, "Seasoned,” on Monday, April 15, at 6 p.m.   Solheim, a 1965
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/poet-david-solheim-returns-to-bismarck-for-bsc-artsquest-event/

BSC Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) program starts March 7

A Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) program offered through Bismarck State College (BSC) Continuing Education will begin March 7. Originally slated for January, this later start date will provide an opportunity for more students to enroll, providing a more robust learning environment.   This
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-certified-medical-assistant-(cma)-program-starts-march-7/

BSC to host career exploration event and job fair for students and the community

Bismarck State College (BSC) is hosting an Energy and Manufacturing Career Awareness event in conjunction with the BSC Fall Career Fair on Wednesday, Oct. 26, from 12:30 to 6:30 p.m. in the National Energy Center of Excellence on the BSC campus. The day is free and open to the public thanks to funding
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-to-host-career-fair-for-students-and-the-community/

BSC offering $500 cybersecurity scholarships to teachers

Bismarck State College (BSC) has received funding from a North Dakota Department of Commerce Technical Skills Grant and Palo Alto Networks to offer North Dakota K-12 teachers $500 scholarships toward earning their Cybersecurity Education and North Dakota Department of Public Instruction (DPI) credentials.
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/cyberscholarshipsforteachers/

BSC to host Yom HaShoah Commemoration, A Holocaust Remembrance Day

Bismarck State College (BSC), in partnership with the North Dakota National Guard and the Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas, will host a Yom HaShoah Commemoration Holocaust Remembrance Day event on Tuesday, April 26 at 12 p.m. (CST). The event will honor the community’s
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-to-host-yom-hashoah-commemoration-a-holocaust-remembrance-day/

Search committee names three finalists for BSC president

Three finalists have been chosen to interview with the North Dakota State Board of Higher Education for president of Bismarck State College.   The BSC Presidential Search Committee, at their meeting Thursday, March 5, named the following finalists (in alphabetical order):   Dr. Clark Harris Special
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/search-committee-names-three-finalists-for-bsc-president/

BSC lowers risk level on campus

Bismarck State College will lower its COVID-19 risk level from Level 4 High Risk to Level 3 Moderate Risk effective Monday, Jan. 11. A number of factors played into this decision including BSC’s rolling positivity rate which has remained near zero percent for several weeks.  The risk level
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-lowers-risk-level-on-campus-masks-social-distancing-other-mitigation-remain-in-place/

Unit 42

Unit 42 is the Palo Alto Networks threat intelligence team. Made up of accomplished cybersecurity researchers and industry experts, Unit 42 gathers, researches, analyzes, and provides insights into the latest cyber threats, then shares them with Palo Alto Networks customers, partners and the broader
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/unit42/

BSC students awarded technical and energy scholarships

The Bismarck State College Foundation has recognized 85 Bismarck State College students as recipients of technical and energy scholarships. These scholarship are payable for the Spring 2018 semester and will help students pursue a technical or energy degree from BSC. The BSC Foundation is committed
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018techandenergyscholarships/

EIA: Solar Generation to Jump 23 Percent This Year

Far more of the nation's electricity is being generated by wind than solar, but prepare for a surge in panels. The Energy Information Administration's latest Short-Term Energy Outlook sees a 23 percent increase in solar generation this year, totaling an estimated 260,000 megawatt-hours per day. And
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/eiasolargenerationtojump23percentthisyear/

Great Gig, Big Stage

About 25,000 copies of Vintage Guitar magazine are printed and distributed all over the world each month. Established in 1986, the subscription-based publication features the companies that build vintage guitars and artists who play them as well as information on new gear, up-and-coming artists and
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/greatgigbigstage/

BSC seeking comments in preparation for High Learning Commission eval

Bismarck State College (BSC) is seeking comments from the public about the College in preparation for its periodic evaluation by its regional accrediting agency, the Higher Learning Commission. BSC will host a visit April 29-May 1, 2019, with a team representing the Higher Learning Commission. BSC has
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscseekingcommentsinpreparationforhighlearningcommissioneval/

BSC Carpentry open house showcases student-built home

The BSC Carpentry students are showcasing their home building skills by inviting the public to come tour their 2017-18 BSC Carpentry house and meet the builders. The open house style event is Thursday, May 10 and Friday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 3926 Meridian Dr. in Bismarck.   Each year,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018bsccarpentryhouse/

North Dakota oil production grows in March as natural gas hits new record

North Dakota oil and gas production saw robust increases in March but fell shy of the state’s oil record, the state’s top oil regulator said Wednesday. Oil production grew 4 percent in March to 1.39 million barrels per day, a “pretty good recovery” after severe winter
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/northdakotaoilproductiongrowsinmarchasnaturalgashitsnewrecord/

North Dakota Oil Output Expected to Hit Record This Summer

Per North Dakota’s oil regulator, the state’s daily crude output rose 4.1% in March after decreasing 4.9% in the previous month on harsh winter weather. The North Dakota Department of Mineral Resources’ (‘DMR’) latest data stated that oil production in March averaged 1,390,138
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/northdakotaoiloutputexpectedtohitrecordthissummer/

BSC cyber student secures internship at Palo Alto Networks in national cyber competition

Bismarck State College Cybersecurity and Computer Networks student, Riley Mueller, was a top 10 finisher in the first Palo Alto Networks Secure the Future Competition – a grueling months-long national competition against dozens of cybersecurity students from universities across the nation. Other
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-cyber-student-secures-internship-at-palo-alto-networks-in-national-cyber-competition/

BSC is "Back in Black" to support women and children in our community

BSC is proud to once again be participating in the Little Black Dress Campaign, a poverty awareness event led by United Way's Women United. During the week of Sept. 16-19, the BSC team "BSC Back in Black" will be wearing the same little black dress every day to demonstrate the effects poverty
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscisbackinblacktosupportwomenandchildreninourcommunity/

National tournament watch party held Nov. 22 – community invited

TOURNAMENT UPDATE: The Mystic have advanced to the Final Four by upsetting #4 Fort Scott Community College and play again at 5:30 p.m. (CST) on Friday, Nov. 22. That game will be livestreamed for the community in the BSC Mystic Marketplace inside the Student Union on campus. BSC Mystic Marketplace
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/nationaltournamentwatchpartyheldnov21communityinvited/

ND Today: BSC Homecoming Festivities

(KFYR-TV) Wayne Wolf, host of ND Today, welcomes BSC Dean of Students Lea Quam and BSC student Graysen Connolly to the studio to visit about BSC Homecoming and how the community can join in the festivities!
https://www.kfyrtv.com/video/2025/10/02/nd-today-bismarck-state-college-homecoming-festivities/

ND Today: BSC Immersive Reality Room

(KFYR-TV) ND Today host Wayne Wolf visits the BSC campus to visit with BSC XR for VR Project Director Shannon Coulter about the XR for VR project and the upcoming Immersive Reality Room Open House on March 9.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/video/2026/03/05/nd-today-bismarck-state-college-virtual-reality-immersive-room/

BSC Commencement to honor 1,121 graduates on May 15

Bismarck State College will confer 1,384 degrees during its 86th commencement ceremony at 1 p.m. CDT Friday, May 15, at the BSC Bavendick Center, 1511 Canary Drive. The ceremony will recognize students who completed their coursework during the 2025-26 academic year, as well as those expected to complete
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-commencement-to-honor-1,121-graduates-on-may-15/

Author and former BSC President returns to discuss new book on Native American education

Former Bismarck State College (BSC) president and now author, Dr. Larry C. Skogen, will be back on the college campus on Tuesday, Nov. 12, to discuss his latest work, “To Educate American Indians: Selected Writings from the National Educational Association’s Department of Indian Education,
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/author-and-former-bsc-president-returns-to-discuss-new-book-on-native-american-education/

BSC hosts renowned author for reading event

Bismarck State College (BSC) announces an author reading event featuring acclaimed writer Rebecca Clarren on Monday, April 29, at 6 p.m. (CST). As part of this year’s BSC Arts Quest programming and the Visiting Writers Series, the evening promises an insightful discussion on Clarren's latest book,
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-hosts-renowned-author-for-reading-event/

Stampede event marks return of Rodeo to Bismarck State College

(KX12) There’s a stampede coming to Bismarck State College, in the form of a fundraiser event for the newly returned Rodeo Team.
https://www.kxnet.com/studio701/community/stampede-event-marks-return-of-rodeo-to-bismarck-state-college/

ND Today: BSC Rodeo

(KFYR-TV) Wayne Wolf, host of ND Today, welcomes BSC Rodeo coach Jon Peek to the studio to visit about the upcoming BSC Rodeo sponsored camps, clinics and collegiate rodeo.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/video/2025/08/07/nd-today-bismarck-state-college-bsc-rodeo/

Larks Senior Night

Senior Night at the Larks | Saturday, July 18 | 6:05 p.m. | Bismarck Municipal Ballpark Hey, high school seniors! Celebrate summer with Senior Night at the Larks presented by Bismarck State College. It's a free, fun way to learn about everything BSC has to offer! Bring a friend,
https://bismarckstate.edu/events/larks-seniornight/

Books & Brew

Books & Brew Location: BSC Student Union (1425 Schafer St.) Day: August 25, 2026 Time: 8 a.m. - 11 a.m. Visit the Library Table at the BSC Student Union on August 25 from 8 AM to 11 AM, check out a book, and receive a coupon for a discount on a drink at Mystic Java. Enjoy
https://bismarckstate.edu/events/booksnbrew_aug/

World Language

https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/language/

Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning

https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/hvac/

Farm & Ranch Management (Farm & Ranch)

https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/farmranch/

Mystics Live

https://bismarckstate.edu/community/live/mystics/

Recruiting Students for Hire

Looking for graduates to fill job openings in your company? Recruitment opportunities are available for companies interested in hiring BSC students: Posting a position: Companies that have an open position can have it posted on Job Seekers Network free of charge! Job Seekers Network is an online
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/industry/workforce/hire/

Get Started

Becoming a Student Degree Programs & Course Offerings How to Request Joint Service Transcripts (JST) Application for Admission Placement Testing Transfer Credits Registering for Classes Buy Books BSC Academic Services About
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/militaryresources/started/

SHARP

Employers who qualify for OSHA's Safety and Health Achievement Recognition Program, or SHARP, receive exemption from OSHA general schedule enforcement inspections. To qualify, you must receive a comprehensive consultation visit, correct all identified hazards and demonstrate that effective safety and
https://bismarckstate.edu/continuingeducation/ndosh/sharp/

Mystic Sports

Mystics Team Ends as Regional Champs by Head Coach Jennifer Walsh The 2017 Mystic volleyball season left its mark. The Mystics earned the Mon-Dak Conference championship title with a 9-1 record, won the west sub-regional title and won the Region XIII Championship over N.D. State School of Science.
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/fallwinter2017/mysticsports/

Video Extra: BSC Mystics Volleyball 2019 Season Recap

https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/winter-2020/champs-to-us-mystic-volleyballs-historic-season/video-extra-bsc-mystics-volleyball-2019-season-recap/

360 Degree Campus Tours

 
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/visitcampus/campus-tour-video/

Summer Open House

Whether you’re just beginning to explore college options, ready to start your college career, or want to pick up where you left off, you’re invited to visit the Bismarck State College campus and see what we have to offer.  Join us! Friday, June 11, 2021 National Energy Center of
https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/summer-open-house/

Quiet Fall, Busy Spring as Athletics Adjusts

In July, the National Junior College Athletic Association (NJCAA) announced that all close-contact fall sports will be shifted to the spring semester, and the winter sports will have a revised season. This triggered changes in the BSC Mystics volleyball and basketball seasons. Volleyball, which
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/fall-2020/quiet-fall-busy-spring-as-athletics-adjusts/

Workplace Essentials

Tailored for businesses and organizations in the southwest region of North Dakota, One Day Workplace Essentials is a series of customized training sessions designed to enhance your workforce. Offered by TrainND Southwest, part of North Dakota's premier workforce training network with over 25 years of
https://bismarckstate.edu/continuingeducation/business/development/workplaceessentials/

Competency-Based Education at BSC

Bismarck State College's Competency-Based Education (CBE) programs let you move at your own pace and earn credit for what you already know. Designed for working adults, CBE shifts the focus from hours in a classroom to mastery of skills and knowledge. Courses span a variety of subjects, from biology,
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/cbe/

Saddle up for an unBULLievably good time at the Mystics Stampede, Aug. 24

Bull riding events aren’t unique to North Dakota, but hosting a bull riding showdown right on campus is a first for Bismarck State College. Bulls and bravery will go head-to-head on Saturday, Aug. 24, when the BSC Rodeo Team hosts the college’s first-ever Mystics Stampede.   An action-packed
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/saddle-up-for-an-unbullievably-good-time-at-the-bsc-mystics-stampede,-aug-24/

Drone racing flies into BSC

(KFYR-TV) The list of sporting options at Bismarck State College is growing. The school’s newest addition is drone racing.
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/drone-racing-flies-into-bsc/

BSC to recognize outstanding alumni and athletic hall of fame inductees on May 14

Bismarck State College (BSC) is set to recognize several outstanding alumni and Hall of Fame inductees at its annual Alumni & Athletic Hall of Fame Awards Dinner on Thursday, May 14, 2026. A social begins at 5:15 p.m. (CDT), followed by dinner at 6 p.m. (CDT) in the Bavendick
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-to-recognize-outstanding-alumni-and-athletic-hall-of-fame-inductees-on-may-14/

Prospective college students are invited to Explore BSC on Oct. 17

Bismarck State College will hold its Explore BSC event on Friday, Oct. 17, for prospective college students to explore program options and the BSC college experience. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. (CST) at the new BSC Advanced Technology Center, 1220 Schafer Street, Bismarck.   Explore
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/prospective-college-students-are-invited-to-explore-bsc-on-oct-17/

BSC to honor alumni and Hall of Fame athletes

Bismarck State College (BSC) will honor several alumni and Hall of Fame inductees during the annual alumni recognition event in May. The BSC National Alumni Association Board of Directors has chosen Carroll L. Dewing, ’76, as BSC Alumnus of the Year and Lori Furaus, ’13, as the BSC Rising
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-to-honor-alumni-and-hall-of-fame-athletes-2024/

U.S. Secretary of Education visits Bismarck State College to explore career and technical education programs

(KFYR-TV) U.S. Secretary of Education Miguel Cardona tours BSC and holds round table discussions with educational leaders to discuss challenges in ND.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/2023/06/23/us-secretary-education-visits-bismarck-state-college-explore-career-technical-education-programs/

High school juniors and seniors invited to explore BSC June 7

Bismarck State College hosts its Summer Open House on Friday, June 7, for high school juniors and seniors and recent graduates to explore campus, learn about programs and get information regarding how to apply. Prospective students will have opportunities to visit with representatives from Admissions,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/highschooljuniorsandseniorsinvitedtoexplorebscjune7/

Hess will ramp up Bakken production

The Bakken is a key element in the Hess Corporation’s strategy to turn all its major assets into big cash generators by 2022, stepping their net cash flow up by more than 250 percent by 2025. A detailed plan for the company’s Bakken assets was discussed during a recent investor
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/hesswillrampupbakkenproduction/

High school juniors and seniors invited to campus Oct. 19

Bismarck State College hosts its Fall Open House on Friday, Oct. 19, for high school juniors and seniors to explore the campus, learn about programs and get information on how to apply.   Open House hours are 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence Bavendick Stateroom
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018fallopenhouse/

Golfers invited to participate in BSC scholarship event June 15

Golfers have a chance to play as well as raise money for Bismarck State College athletic scholarships during the BSC President’s Cup Golf Classic Friday, June 15, at Prairie West Golf Course in Mandan.   Teams will play 18 holes in one of two formats and vie for prizes. The event includes
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018presidentscupgolfclassic/

High school juniors and seniors invited to campus Oct. 20

Bismarck State College hosts its Fall Open House on Friday, Oct. 20, for high school juniors and seniors to explore the campus, learn about programs and get information on how to apply.   Open House hours are 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence Bavendick Stateroom
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017fallopenhouse/

High school juniors and seniors invited to campus June 8

Bismarck State College hosts its Summer Open House on Friday, June 8, for high school juniors and seniors to explore campus, learn about programs and get information regarding how to apply to BSC. Students will have opportunities to visit with representatives from Admissions, Financial Aid and other
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018summeropenhouse/

BSC recognizes oustanding student achievements

Bismarck State College recently celebrated its scholars and outstanding students at the 48th annual Student Recognition Ceremony in the Bavendick Stateroom of the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence. This year 141 students were recognized for being nominated for Phi Theta Kappa membership. Students
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017studentachievements/

Holocaust Remembrance Day Observance Event at BSC May 5

The Jewish Community Relations Council of Minnesota and the Dakotas (JCRC) is proud to work with the North Dakota National Guard and the Bismarck State College Embracity Diversity Team to host Bismarck’s Holocaust Remembrance Day Observance on Thursday, May 5, at 1:30 p.m. in the Bavendick Stateroom,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/holocaustremembrancedayobservanceeventatbscmay5/

BSC adds new employees

Bismarck State College has hired a number of new faculty and professional staff throughout the 2014-2015 academic year. The Mathematics program added two assistant professors - Danica Allard and Heather Gysberg, who was teaching part time. The Agriculture, Technology and Natural Resources program
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscaddsnewemployees/

Presidents Run

Gather your friends together and join BSC President Brian Kalk for a summer day to enjoy the sights of North Dakota on Friday, July 17, 2026. Join us as we road trip to the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library. Register here: https://bismarckstate.edu/alumnifoundation/events/PresidentsRun/
https://bismarckstate.edu/events/presidentsrun/