The BSC Library is located in Skogen Hall at the heart of campus. Focused on student and faculty resources, the airy and modern new Library also is open to the public. Extensive collections can be found in the Library, including books and e-books, journals and magazines, newspapers, CDs and DVDs,
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The BSC Library offers a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, with a professional, experienced staff ready to assist with your information and research needs.
In our collection, you will find information resources in a variety of formats — books and e-books,multi-disciplinary online databases, CDs,
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Marlene Anderson, Director of Library Services
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BA, University of Montana
Contact for: Administration, Collection Development
Telephone: 701-224-5578
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1939 - Bismarck Junior College (BJC) was founded and occupied the top floor of Bismarck High School. The BJC Library began as part of the BHS Library with a collection of 500 books.
1955 - BJC and its library moved from the high school building to a location on the southeast corner
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We are partners in the teaching, learning, and engagement work of Bismarck State College.
We support the mission and goals of the College by providing information resources and library services.
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Bismarck State College Library will host the annual BookTalk at BSC series exploring a “Journeys” theme beginning in January 2022. The discussions are free and open to the public and will take place on Sundays in January, February and March at the BSC Library.
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The Bismarck State College Library will be celebrating National Library Week, April 12-18 with an open house on Wednesday. The event will be the "last hurrah" for the Library as it is scheduled for demolition in late summer 2015. The campus and public are invited to attend this free event.
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Artist and Bismarck State College alumnus Shane Balkowitsch has gifted the college a wet plate portrait titled “Standing for Us All” of Swedish teenager Greta Thunberg. Balkowitsch will present the portrait for hanging in BSC Skogen Hall on Wednesday, April 6 at 12 p.m.
Balkowitsch, a
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Bismarck State College Library will host its annual BookTalk at BSC book discussion series exploring a “Braided Lives” theme beginning in January 2023. The discussions are free and open to the public and will take place on Sundays in January, February and March at the BSC Library.
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(KX12) In a special ceremony unveiling an art piece, BSC faculty, staff, and students gathered in the school’s current library to see the new work whose purpose is to recognize the former library's importance to campus from 1968-2015.
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(KFYR-TV) A burst water heater in Bismarck State College's Skogen Hall has resulted in the loss of many materials in the BSC Library.
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(The Bismarck Tribune) Bismarck State College staff are working to restore the campus library after a leaking water heater caused significant damage to its collection last month.
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(KFYR-TV) The “Transfer of Memory” exhibit tells the stories of Holocaust survivors who are living in Minnesota, and you can now view it at the Bismarck State College library.
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Going to class and engaging with your professors are half the battle when it comes to academic success. But you'll need more than that. Bismarck State College offers many resources and services to help you along the path to completing your degree.
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This 50,000 square-foot building contains a 50-meter competition pool, diving, recreation and lap pools and seating for spectators. Its wellness center has strength and cardiovascular equipment and a group fitness and dance studio. Children can enjoy the Turtle Beach indoor playground as well as activity-based
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Where do I start to find the information I need?
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For a full explanation of the BSC Library's policies and services, please visit the BSC Policies & Services website.
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Borrowing & Renewing Materials
I want to check out library materials. Do I have to have my Mystic Card/BSC photo ID with me?
Yes, we require positive identification before we will check out materials to you. Your valid Mystic Card/BSC photo ID or BSC community library card is preferred. If
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BSC Library Hours – Monday, May 19 – Friday, August 1
Monday - Thursday – 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Friday – 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Saturday – CLOSED
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Exceptions
Monday, May 26 –
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Mission
The mission of the Bismarck State College Archives is to collect, preserve, arrange and make available important historical and social records of the
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From the Student Union to the BSC Aquatic Center, from the Skogen Hall courtyard to gym of the Armory, the BSC campus is alive and buzzing. Get involved in a student organizations, play a game of pool, study in the Library, jump into intramural sports or cheer on the Mystic
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The Mystic ID Card is your official college identification card to be used for campus services such as dining, bookstore purchases, library circulation, and more. Use of the card constitutes acceptance of all terms and conditions of the cardholder agreement accompanying the card when issued, as amended
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BookTalk at BSC is our annual book discussion series. Books are chosen around a theme each year with discussions held at the BSC Library and are free and open to all.
Check back soon for the 2016 schedule.
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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
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The Gannon Gallery in the Bismarck State College Library offers an exhibition of paintings by Donna Watts through Nov. 30.
Reception for the artist and her “Inspired by Shadow” exhibit is Wednesday, Oct. 26, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the gallery.
“The works of the Old Masters
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The Bismarck State College BookTalk series begins Jan. 7 with a community discussion on “A Lesson Before Dying” by Ernest J. Gaines.
This first of three discussions on selected Sundays in 2018 runs from 1 to 3 p.m. in the BSC library at 1400 Schafer Street.
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All classes beginning at 4 p.m. or later on Wednesday, Jan. 10 are canceled due to worsening weather conditions. BSC’s normal business operations will remain open until 5 p.m. The BSC Library will be closing at 5 p.m.
If classes need to be canceled for Thursday, Jan. 11, the announcement will
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Readers will gather for BookTalk at BSC on Sunday, Feb. 9, to discuss “Dances with Wolves” by Michael Blake.
Humanities instructor Dr. Brian Palecek will lead this second of three discussions exploring a "Native Prairie” theme at Bismarck State College from 1 to 3 p.m.
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Bismarck State College’s 21st BookTalk at BSC series begins Sunday, Jan. 5, with a community discussion on “Pushing the Bear: A Novel of the Trail of Tears” by Diane Glancy. Humanities instructor Dr. Brian Palecek will lead the discussion.
This first of three discussions on
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Readers will gather for BookTalk at BSC on Sunday, Feb. 7, to discuss “1984” by George Orwell. This year's discussions are being held virtually and are open to all.
BSC Assistant Professor of Religion/Philosophy Tayo Basquiat will lead this second of three discussions
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BSC ArtsQuest 2018 and BSC Embracing Diversity brings singer/songwriter Tret Fure to Bismarck State College to share her music and her story on Wednesday, April 11. At noon Fure will speak in the BSC Library about managing and maintaining a career as a lesbian woman and the paths she has taken,
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Readers will gather for BookTalk at BSC on Sunday, Feb. 3, to discuss “The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story of the Last True Hermit” by Michael Finkel.
Humanities instructor Dr. Brian Palecek will lead the second of three discussions exploring the theme "Off the
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The last discussion in the "Off the Grid" BookTalk series at Bismarck State College takes place Sunday, March 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Larry S. Skogen Hall at 1400 Schafer Street. The final book in the series is “The Mosquito Coast: A Novel” by Paul Theroux.
Michael Tomanek,
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Beginning in January, the Bismarck State College (BSC) Library will host its annual BookTalk at BSC book discussion series, exploring an “Unmoored” theme this year. The discussions are free and open to the public and take place on Sundays in January, February, and March at the BSC Library.
This
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The Bismarck State College Library will host the first of three BookTalk at BSC discussions on Sunday, Jan. 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. on campus. Due to water damage in BSC’s Skogen Hall, the January discussion group will now meet in the BSC Student Union Alumni Room, 1425 Schafer Street, to examine
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The Bismarck State College (BSC) Library will host the final of three BookTalk at BSC discussions exploring an “I Spy” theme on Sunday, March 3, from 1 to 3 p.m. Led by retired English and humanities instructor Dr. Brian Palecek, this discussion will examine the book “Permanent Record”
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Books & Brew
Location: BSC Student Union (1425 Schafer St.)
Day: January 12
Time: 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Visit the Library Table at the BSC Student Union on January 12 from 8 AM to 11 AM, check out a book, and receive a coupon for a discount on a drink at Mystic Java. Enjoy reading and a special
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Books & Brew
Location: BSC Student Union (1425 Schafer St.)
Day: April 22
Time: 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Visit the Library Table at the BSC Student Union on April 22 from 8 AM to 11 AM, check out a book, and receive a coupon for a discount on a drink at Mystic Java. Enjoy reading
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Books & Brew
Location: BSC Student Union (1425 Schafer St.)
Day: August 26
Time: 8 a.m. - 11 a.m.
Visit the Library Table at the BSC Student Union on August 26 from 8 AM to 11 AM, check out a book, and receive a coupon for a discount on a drink at Mystic Java. Enjoy reading
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AFLAC Insurance policies are available for purchase for employees and their family. This would be accomplished through payroll deductions. Options include Cancer, Accident, Critical Illness and Short-Term Disability. Eligible upon employment and coverage
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Mystic Memories is an online collection of yearbooks, publications, images, and historical information about Bismarck Junior College and Bismarck State College. From our beginnings in 1939 to our present campus and beyond, we invite you to explore our collections.
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“How many things there are that I do not want.” – Socrates, ca. 425 B.C.
Walden on Wheels: On the Open Road from Debt to Freedom by Ken Ilgunas
Discussion leader: Dr. Kimberly Crowley
Date: Sunday, January 6, 1-3 P.M.
The Stranger in the Woods: The Extraordinary Story
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The Bismarck State College BookTalk series begins Jan. 3 with a community discussion on “The Things They Carried” by Tim O’Brien.
This first of three discussions on selected Sunday runs from 1 to 3 p.m. in the new BSC library at 1400 Schafer Street.
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The BookTalk discussion series at Bismarck State College continues Sunday, Feb. 1, with "Wild: from Lost to Found on the Pacific Crest Trail" by Cheryl Strayed.
Leading the discussion from 1 to 3 p.m. in the BSC Library is Janelle Masters, retired BSC English
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The last discussion in the "Road Trip" BookTalk series at Bismarck State College takes place Sunday, March 1, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the BSC Library.
"On the Road" by Jack Kerouac has become an American classic and one the most important novels of the
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Readers gather for BookTalk at BSC Sunday, Feb. 4, to discuss “The Round House” by Louise Erdrich.
Michael Tomanek, BSC assistant professor of English, will lead the second of three discussions exploring the theme "And Justice for All” at Bismarck State College from 1
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The last discussion in the "And Justice for All" BookTalk series at Bismarck State College takes place Sunday, March 4, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Library-English-Art building (LEA Hall) at 1400 Schafer Street. The final book in the series is “Men We Reaped: A Memoir” by
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The BookTalk at BSC series began Sunday, Jan. 8 with a community discussion on "Train Dreams" by Denis Johnson.
This first of three discussions on selected Sundays runs from 1 to 3 p.m. in the library of LEA Hall, 1400 Schafer Street, on the Bismarck State College campus.
This
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The last discussion in "The Prize That Wasn't: 2012 Pulitzer Prize for Fiction" BookTalk series at Bismarck State College takes place Sunday, March 5, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the new Library-English-Art building (LEA Hall) at 1400 Schafer Street. The final book in the serious is “The
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The Bismarck State College campus has grown by three buildings this past year and gained modern, expanded space in the Student Union.
A public open house to view the completed projects is set from 4 to 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 22, on central campus and along Edwards Avenue.
Visitors can enjoy music
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The Bismarck State College Library will host the second of three BookTalk at BSC discussions exploring a “Journeys” theme on Sunday, Feb. 6. This discussion will examine the book “Wandering in Strange Lands: A Daughter of the Great Migration Reclaims Her Roots" by Morgan
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The last discussion in the "Native Prairie" BookTalk series at Bismarck State College takes place Sunday, March 8, from 1 to 3 p.m. in the Larry S. Skogen Hall at 1400 Schafer Street. The final book in the series is “The Personal History of Rachel DuPree” by Ann Weisgarber, and
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Bismarck State College’s 20th BookTalk at BSC series begins Sunday, Jan. 6, with a community discussion on “Walden on Wheels: On the Open Road from Debt to Freedom” by Ken Ilgunas. Dr. Kimberly Crowley, BSC associate professor of English, leads the discussion.
This first of
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Readers gather for the second installment of BookTalk at BSC Sunday, Feb. 7, to discuss “Matterhorn: a Novel of the Vietnam War” by Karl Marlantes.
Exploring the theme, “War Stories: Vietnam,” this second of three discussions at Bismarck State College runs from 1 to
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The last discussion in the “Vietnam: War Stories” BookTalk series at Bismarck State College takes place Sunday, March 6, from 1 to 3 p.m. in Skogen Hall, the new Library-English-Art building at 1400 Schafer Street.
“Going After Cacciato” by Tim O’Brien records
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Former Bismarck State College president Dr. Larry C. Skogen will soon have a building named in his honor on the college campus he served for 13 years. On Wed., May 8, at 1:30 p.m., BSC will hold a ceremony to name LEA Hall after the college’s sixth president.
Skogen served BSC from 2007 to
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(The Bismarck Tribune) Bismarck State College is naming a building in honor of former longtime president Larry Skogen. BSC will hold a ceremony at 1:30 p.m. Wednesday to name LEA Hall after the college’s sixth president.
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The Bismarck State College Library will host the second of three BookTalk at BSC discussions exploring a “Braided Lives” theme on Sunday, Feb. 5, from 1-3 p.m. This discussion will examine the book “Yellow Bird: Oil, Murder, and a Woman’s Search for Justice in Indian Country”
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The Bismarck State College (BSC) Library will host their final 2023 BookTalk at BSC discussion from 1-3 p.m. on Sunday, March 5.
Dr. Kimberly Crowley, associate professor of English, will lead the discussion of Mona Susan Powers’ book, “The Grass Dancer.” Powers is a
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Bismarck State College (BSC) will host a Holocaust Remembrance Day (Yom HaShoah) event on Thursday, April 24, at 12 p.m. (CDT).
This Holocaust Remembrance Day falls on the 80th anniversary of the liberation of concentration camps that marked the end of the Holocaust. Between 1941 and 1945, an estimated
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