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Fall Open House

OCTOBER OPEN HOUSE OPENS EYES A record number of high school students attended the annual BSC Fall Open House in October.Staff, faculty and student ambassadors led the 300+ students and their parents on tours of a campus vibrant with fall color and bustling with students. In the Bavendick Stateroom,
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/fallwinter2017/fallopenhouse/

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/

Restart@BSC | Open House

https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/adult-students/restartbsc/

BSC Health Sciences open house showcases new “virtual hospital” training facility

Bismarck State College will hold a Dedication and Celebration Ceremony for its new Health Sciences facility on campus from 3:30-6 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 9. The public is invited to attend the event.   3:30 p.m. Dedication & Celebration Ceremony     4:30–6 p.m.       Refreshments
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bschealthsciencesopenhouseshowcasesnewvirtualhospitaltrainingfacility/

BSC to hold Fall Admissions Open House on Oct. 22

Bismarck State College will host its BSC Fall Admissions Open House on Friday, Oct. 22, for high school juniors and seniors as well as adults looking to begin or continue their education, or make a career change. Prospective students can learn about academic program options, apply for admission,
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-to-hold-fall-admissions-open-house-oct-22/

BSC to host open house for those interested in energy careers

Bismarck State College will hold an open house at the National Energy Center of Excellence on Tuesday, March 21 from noon to 4 p.m., offering prospective students and those interested in entering the energy industry a chance to learn about the training and education offered at BSC. BSC offers 12
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017energyopenhouse/

Open house for BSC juried student show set for April 20

The Juried Student Art Exhibition at Bismarck State College will be on display in the Gannon Gallery in Skogen Hall April 20 to May 12. A student reception and open house is set for Thursday, April 20, from 4 to 7 p.m. in the gallery. This year’s jurors are Sean Thorenson and Jason Lueder,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017juriedartexhibit/

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 2016-17 BSC Carpentry house and meet the builders. The open house style event is Thursday, May 11 and Friday, May 12 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 3506 Calypso Dr. in south Bismarck.   Each
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017bsccarpentryhouse/

BSC to host energy open house March 22

Bismarck State College will hold an energy open house at the National Energy Center of Excellence on Thursday, March 22 from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on campus. The event offers prospective students and those interested in the energy industry a chance to learn about the training and education offered at
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/energyopenhouse2018/

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/

Open house for BSC juried student show set for April 25

The Juried Student Art Exhibition at Bismarck State College will be on display in the Gannon Gallery in Skogen Hall through May 3. A student reception and open house is set for Thursday, April 25, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the gallery. This year’s juror is Lori Riehl, Bismarck Public Schools art
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/openhouseforbscjuriedstudentshowsetforapril25/

Sept. 22 BSC open house will celebrate four new buildings

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
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/sept22bscopenhousewillcelebratefournewbuildings/

National Energy Center of Excellence to host open house

Bismarck State College will hold an open house at the National Energy Center of Excellence on Tuesday, March 24, from noon to 5 p.m. for prospective students and those interested in the energy industry to learn about the training and education the college offers. The energy industry is expanding
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/nationalenergycenterofexcellencetohostopenhouse/

Open house for BSC juried student show set for April 22

The Juried Student Art Exhibition at Bismarck State College is on display in BSC Library's Gannon Gallery and can be seen through May 15. This is the last exhibit to be held in that building. The library and Art and English programs are moving into a yet-to-be-named building
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/openhouseforbscjuriedstudentshowsetforapril22/

Open house for potential students is June 9

Bismarck State College hosts its summer open house Tuesday, June 9, for high school juniors and seniors to explore the campus and get information on how to apply. Students can apply for admission, get a campus tour and talk with representatives from Admissions, Financial Aid and other student services. Hours
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/openhouseforpotentialstudentsisjune9/

Bismarck State College to host energy open house

Bismarck State College holds an energy open house Tuesday, March 22, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the National Energy Center of Excellence on campus. The event offers prospective students and those interested in the energy industry a chance to learn about the training and education
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bismarckstatecollegetohostenergyopenhouse/

ND Today: BSC Advanced Technology Center Open House

(KFYR-TV) ND Today host Sarah Kolberg visits the BSC Advanced Technology Center to learn more about the Community Open House on July 10.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/video/2025/07/07/nd-today-bismarck-state-college-advanced-technology-center/

Explore BSC | Open House Event

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

BSC Carpentry program highlights student work at open houses

The BSC Carpentry students will be showcasing both their cabinetry and their home building skills over the next week: BSC Cabinetry Class Open House Friday, May 1 from 10 a.m.-1 p.m. Room 248 BSC Technical Center From wooden toilet seats to pallet furniture, students will show their individual
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bsccarpentryprogramhighlightsstudentworkatopenhouses/

BSC open for Fall semester

Bismarck State College will be open for business this fall welcoming students back to the classrooms and the residence halls.   “Our staff and faculty are working diligently to ensure that we offer an outstanding and exceptionally safe campus experience to our students this fall and moving
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-open-for-fall-semester/

High school juniors and seniors invited to campus Oct. 18

Bismarck State College hosts its Fall Open House on Friday, Oct. 18, 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/highschooljuniorsandseniorsinvitedtocampusoct18/

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/

Prospective students invited to explore BSC on Oct. 21

Bismarck State College hosts its Fall Open House on Friday, Oct. 21, for prospective students to explore the campus, learn about programs and career pathways as well as receive information about the admissions process, student services, financial aid and much more.   Open House hours are 10:30
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/fall2022openhouse/

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/

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/

BSC Library holding last hurrah in old building

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. The
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bsclibraryholdinglasthurrahinoldbuilding/

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/

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/

High school juniors and seniors invited to campus June 9

Bismarck State College hosts its Summer Open House on Friday, June 9, 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/2017springopenhouse/

Paramedic students reflect on their career choice during National EMS Week

EMS Strong: Always in Service is the theme for National Emergency Medical Services Week, May 21-27. Bismarck State College salutes all of our students preparing to be EMS professionals as well as those already working in the field. Tanner Arthaud wanted to better understand what was going on in the
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2017emsweek/

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/

Ringneck Energy's ethanol plant finally is up and running

About four years after dirt first was moved on the site just south of Onida, South Dakota, Ringneck Energy’s ethanol plant finally is in full production, turning 80,000 bushels of corn every day into 225,000 gallons of ethanol, says Walt Wendland. He’s president and CEO of Ringneck
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/ringneckenergysethanolplantfinallyisupandrunning/

BookTalk at BSC discussion features “The Round House”

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
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/theroundhouse/

Fall Priority Registration for current BSC students is open

Fall priority registration for current BSC students runs April 4-22. Students will find an appointment day and time automatically set up for them in Campus Connection.  Following that appointment, students can register.   For assistance with the enrollment process use the Current Student
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/fallpriorityregistrationforcurrentbscstudentsisopen/

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/

Graphic design students' spring show now open

Students in the Graphic Design and Communications program at Bismarck State College are displaying their work April 30-May 2 in the BSC Student Union. The public is invited to view the students’ projects during the building's business hours, 6 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Students have submitted
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/2018graphicdesignspringshow/

BSC’s new Polytechnic Advanced Technology Center will house larger spaces for theatre students

(KFYR-TV) Soon, BSC theatre students will have a space that’s doubled in size. That’s because BSC’s new Polytechnic Advanced Technology Center will house larger spaces for theater and other programs.
https://www.kfyrtv.com/2024/02/08/bscs-new-polytechnic-advanced-technology-center-will-house-larger-spaces-theatre-students/

Applications open for ND Petroleum Council scholarships

Applications for the Al Golden Scholarship are now being accepted for the 2019-2020 school year. The North Dakota Petroleum Council (NDPC) will award nine $2,000 scholarships to students pursuing degrees or training in an energy-related field.  The scholarship was established in 2008 to
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/applicationsopenforndpetroleumcouncilscholarships/

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/

Building a house far from home

More than 2,000 miles from home and the only woman in BSC’s carpentry program, Autumn Nelson shows the focus it takes to learn her trade.   READ MORE 
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/buildingahousefarfromhome/

Energy Student Verification

* Indicates Required Field.
https://bismarckstate.edu/forms/energyverification/

Book-free classes

Today, area high schools hand out Chromebooks and iPads to students as often as they hand out the traditional dog-eared textbooks. The majority of BSC students soon will be more at ease with online learning than with hardcover textbooks and paper handouts. But, for now, BSC students are a hybrid of
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/fall2016/bookfreeclasses/

Edinburgh

I know I say this every time I go someplace new, but Edinburgh is definitely my favorite place that I have been to thus far. It is breath-taking-beautiful, and if time allowed it, I would go back in a heartbeat. However, my time here is almost half gone, and I still have so many things to do and see. Saturday,
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/liberalartstransferprograms/studyabroad/studentblog/edinburgh/

The Art of Carpentry

Some students take tests to show their knowledge, others write a paper. BSC Carpentry students build a house. Between the first day of class and the day the house goes on the market, they learn everything from concrete foundations to kitchen cabinets. This year, they also focused on collaboration. The
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bscmagazine/spring2017/theartofcarpentry/

Trump administration pushes for apprenticeships

President Trump says apprenticeships could match workers with millions of open jobs, but he's reluctant to devote more taxpayer money to the effort. Instead, Mr. Trump and Labor Secretary Alex Acosta say the administration is focused on getting universities and private companies to pair up and pay
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/trumpadministrationpushesforapprenticeships/

Students learn the art of carpentry

Some students take tests to show their knowledge, others write a paper. BSC Carpentry students build a house. Between the first day of class and the day the house goes on the market, they learn everything from concrete foundations to kitchen cabinets. This year, they also focused on collaboration. The
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/artofcarpentry/

BSC BookTalk series announces 2018 selections

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.   BookTalk at
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/booktalk2018/

North Dakota creates scholarship, student loan repayment grant to help fill workforce gap

North Dakota has a growing economy and a low unemployment rate, and employers are struggling to hire and retain qualified workers with technical skills that require education beyond high school but not a four-year degree. The struggle got the attention of state lawmakers, who passed a bill, House
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/northdakotacreatesscholarshipstudentloanrepaymentgranttohelpfillworkforcegap/

Red Lodge Clay Center at BSC

  Work by Christopher Watts Work by Bill Jones Join Red Lodge Clay Center residents Bill Jones and Christopher Watt  on the Bismarck State College campus for two days of workshops, informal discussions and presentations as they discuss their journey as artists, creative processes
https://bismarckstate.edu/community/humanities/artsquest/red-lodge-clay-center/

2020 Important Details

  Online Preliminary Test                                                                                                                                
https://bismarckstate.edu/community/youth/knowyourstate/important-details/

BSC Disc Golf Course

Download U-Disc, the official app of the Professional Disc Golf Association (PDGA).        
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/campuslife/getinvolved/frolfcourse/

Conclusions

I leave England in a week, and I return with mixed feelings. I have missed so many people, and I have missed out on so many things, but there is still something that makes me hate leaving...It is a something that cannot be replaced. It is a part of me that I will leave here in England, and take a different
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/programs/liberalartstransferprograms/studyabroad/studentblog/conclusions/

Guest Information

Commencement Ceremony May 15, 2026 – 1 p.m. (CST) BSC Bavendick Center 1511 Canary Ave. Bismarck, N.D. For hotel accommodations, restaurants, and area attractions, visit the Bismarck-Mandan Convention & Visitors Bureau Arrival, Parking, and Seating Doors open to guests
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/graduation/commencement/guest/

Commencement Ceremony

Congratulations on your upcoming graduation from Bismarck State College! The BSC Commencement Ceremony is open to family, friends and the general public. It is a celebration, not only of student achievement, but of new beginnings. It's also a result of hard work and dedication. Bismarck
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/graduation/commencement/

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/

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/

BookTalk

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.  
https://bismarckstate.edu/community/humanities/campusread/

Contact Us

The BSC Office of Financial Aid is located on the first floor of Schafer Hall. Please stop in or call our office during regular business hours for assistance.  Regular Office Hours 8 a.m. - 4 p.m. Monday - Friday Mailing Address Bismarck State College Office of
https://bismarckstate.edu/admissions/payingforcollege/applyingforaid/contactus/

Hands-On Technical Training

The hands-on training at the NECE utilizes equipment, trainers, animations and simulations to teach techniques and troubleshooting skills by creating workforce scenarios in a safe environment.   "(BSC’s training) allowed me to work through issues in ways that would be unrealistic
https://bismarckstate.edu/energy/industry/handson/

Graduation/Commencement

BSC's 86th Commencement Ceremony Celebrate Commencement with BSC!  Friday, May 15, 2026 at 1 p.m. (CST) BSC Bavendick Center 1511 Canary Ave., Bismarck, N.D. Commencement Livestream All students who graduate during Fall 2025, Spring 2026 and Summer 2026 may participate
https://bismarckstate.edu/academics/graduation/

Student Union

https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/studentunion/

Intramurals

Get in the Game with BSC Intramurals Looking for a way to stay active, meet new people, and add some fun to your week? Intramurals are where it’s at! Whether you’re super competitive or just in it for the laughs, there’s a place for you on the court, in the lanes, or at the table. Sports: Basketball Volleyball Bowling Pickleball Tournaments: Cornhole Ping
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/campuslife/getinvolved/intramurals/

Computer Lab Hours

Jack Science Center - Lab 122 Fall and Spring Terms: Monday-Thursday: 7:30 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Closed on holidays Between Terms and Spring Break: Monday-Friday: 7:30 a.m. - 3:45 p.m. Closed on holidays and over the summer Library – Skogen 101 The
https://bismarckstate.edu/students/resources/itsupport/lab/

2016 Alumni Award nominations needed

The BSC National Alumni Association is seeking nominations of outstanding alumni for the 2016 Alumni of the Year and Rising Star awards.   These two awards honor alumni for distinguished service, career success and leadership.   A third award was added this year to recognize an alumni
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscseeksnominationsforoutstandingalumni/

LGBTQ youth programs offered at BSC

The Bismarck State College Embracing Diversity Committee is offering two programs dealing with issues of LGBTQ youth. Both take place Thursday, Feb. 19, in Basin Electric Auditorium of BSC's National Energy Center of Excellence. They are free and open to the public. Cory Schneider, an LGBTQ educational
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/lgbtqyouthprogramsofferedatbsc/

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/

Try outs next week for BSC’s fall production “Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged)!”

Community members, along with Bismarck State College students, faculty, staff, are invited to try out for the BSC Theatre department’s fall production of “Complete Works of Shakespeare (Abridged)!” on Aug. 25 from 6-9 p.m. in the Sidney J. Lee Auditorium on the BSC campus.   Callbacks
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/tryoutsnextweekforbscsfallproductioncompleteworksofshakespeareabridged/

Musical auditions scheduled for BSC production

Bismarck State College Theatre Arts holds open auditions for "Legally Blonde: The Musical" Jan. 25-26 from 6 to 10 p.m. in Sidney J. Lee Auditorium.   Director Danny Devlin is seeking a large and diverse cast of singers, actors and dancers for this community production
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/auditions/

National entertainers perform at BSC 1960s symposium

Notable entertainers from the 1960s perform Nov. 3-4 as part of the Bismarck State College three-day symposium on one of America's most influential decades. Open to the public, and offered separately from "The ‘60s: Turmoil and Transformation" symposium, is an evening with renowned
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/1960sentertainers/

BSC wraps up ArtsQuest with a p•ART•y on May 3

What was previously know as the Campus Arts Crawl during Bismarck State College's ArtsQuest has now grown into something even bigger – now it's a p•ART•y! On Thursday, May 3, BSC will wrap up it's month-long ArtsQuest celebration from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in and around the BSC Student
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/party/

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/

BookTalk at BSC wraps up March 3

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,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/booktalkatbscwrapsupmarch3/

BSC ArtsQuest finale includes community raku, poetry contest, graphics show and a “pARTy”

ArtsQuest at Bismarck State College wraps up this week with the signature raku firing for students and the community, a poetry contest, a student graphic design show and a campus-wide “pARTy”.   The outdoor pottery firing encompasses three days from Sunday, April 28 to Tuesday, April
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscartsquestfinale/

Red Lodge Clay Center residents hold workshops at BSC, Oct. 15-16

Montana ceramic artists and long term Red Lodge Clay Center residents Crista Ann Ames and Kelsey Bowen will be on the Bismarck State College campus Monday, Oct. 15 and Tuesday, Oct. 16 to share their journey as artists, creative processes and conceptual development.   The public is invited to
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/redlodgeclaycenterresidentsholdworkshopsatbscoct1516/

Learn about health careers and education at informational session

Bismarck State College will hold a health careers information session on Tuesday, Nov. 6 from 10 a.m to noon, on the BSC Allied Health campus, 500 E. Front Ave. The informational session is open to students, parents, teachers, high school counselors and the community. Health careers are seeing double
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/learnabouthealthcareersandeducationatinformationalsession/

BSC closed after 4 p.m. on Jan. 29; all day Jan. 30 due to extreme cold

Due to the extremely cold weather conditions forecasted, all Bismarck State College classes, offices and on-campus events beginning at 4 p.m. or later on Tuesday, Jan. 29 and all day Wednesday, Jan. 30 are closed and cancelled.   BSC Student Union WILL BE OPEN 7 a.m.–7 p.m. BSC Mystic
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscclosedafter4pmonjan29alldayjan30duetoextremecold/

Learn about healthcare careers and education at informational session

Bismarck State College will hold a health careers information session on Tuesday, March 27 from 10 a.m to noon, on the BSC Allied Health campus, 500 E. Front Ave. The informational session is open to students, parents, teachers, high school counselors, and the community. In two years or less, BSC
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bschealthcareerssession/

BSC campus closing April 12-14 due to statewide blizzard

The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for northwest and north-central North Dakota effective Tuesday, April 12 to Thursday, April 14. Heavy snow and blizzard conditions are expected with 12-24 inches of snow accumulations over the three days and winds gusting up to 50 mph. Travel
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-campus-closing-april-12-14-for-pending-blizzard/

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/

BSC to host son of Easy Company member

Bismarck State College’s Bringing Humanities to Life and Marine Corps League Detachment 1419 Mandan will host George Luz Jr., son of Easy Company George Luz, on Monday, May 2 at 7 p.m. Luz Jr. will share stories and memories of his father and the famed Easy Company. Easy Company is a well-known
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-to-host-son-of-easy-company-member/

BSC to host cyber-focused IgniteND conference in June

Bismarck State College (BSC) will host the IgniteND conference on June 6-8 at the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence. The mission of the three-day conference is to provide educators, administrators, ad tech coordinators, parents and policymakers opportunities to obtain the tools needed to effectively
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-to-host-ignitend-conference-in-june/

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/

Community College Internships-U.S. Department of Energy

The Community College Internships (CCI) program seeks to encourage community college students to enter technical careers relevant to the DOE mission by providing technical training experiences at the DOE laboratories. Selected students participate as interns appointed at one of 16 participating
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/internshipprograms/

Bismarck State College Library announces the 2022 BookTalk selections

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.   Humanities instructor
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bismarck-state-college-library-announces-the-2022-booktalk-selections/

BSC to showcase three art exhibits in Spring 2022

During the Spring 2022 semester, the Bismarck State College (BSC) Gannon Gallery will feature three exciting art exhibits showcasing local talent. “The Art of Writing” by the BisMan Writing Guild is currently on display now through March 7. This collaborative exhibit brings together writers
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-to-showcase-three-art-exhibits-in-spring-2022/

Learn about health careers and education at BSC informational session

Bismarck State College will hold a health careers information session on Tuesday, Nov. 5 from 10 a.m to noon, in the new BSC Health Sciences Building on the BSC campus, 1133 College Dr., Bismarck. The informational session is open to students, parents, teachers, high school counselors and the community. Health
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/learnabouthealthcareersandeducationatbscinformationalsession/

BSC’s BookTalk series marks 21 years with a native prairie theme

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
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bscsbooktalkseriesmarks21yearswithanativeprairietheme/

BookTalk at BSC continues with “Dances with Wolves”

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.
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/booktalk-at-bsc-continues-with-“dances-with-wolves”-/

BookTalk at BSC will wrap up March 3 with Edward Snowden’s book, “Permanent Record”

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”
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/booktalk-at-bsc-will-wrap-up-march-3-with-edward-snowden’s-book-“permanent-record”/

Bismarck State College announces its 2025 BookTalk at BSC series

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
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bismarck-state-college-announces-its-2025-booktalk-at-bsc-series/

Bismarck State College announces 2026 BookTalk at BSC series

Bismarck State College (BSC) announces BookTalk at BSC 2026, the college library's annual book discussion series. This year's theme, “Bookish,” will resonate with those who are naturally curious, open-minded and deeply passionate about books, learning and libraries. Book discussions
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bismarck-state-college-announces-2026-booktalk-at-bsc-series/

Full scholarships available for new Qualified Dental Assistant (QDA) program at BSC

Bismarck State College (BSC) has received a Technical Skills Training Grant from the North Dakota Department of Commerce to provide full scholarships to more than 20 students enrolling in BSC’s new Qualified Dental Assistant (QDA) program. Registration is now open for the program designed to meet
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/full-scholarships-available-for-new-qualified-dental-assistant-(qda)-program-at-bsc/

BSC closing Nov. 9-11 due to blizzard conditions

The National Weather Service has issued a blizzard warning for the Bismarck-Mandan area through Thursday, Nov. 10. Heavy snow and blizzard conditions are expected with 10-16 inches of snow accumulations and winds gusting up to 50 mph.   Due to the impact of the anticipated storm and our concern
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/novemberblizzardclosing/

BSC remains closed through Dec. 16

The National Weather Service has upgraded the most recent weather alert to a blizzard warning. High winds, area power outages, advisories for no travel and I-94 closures are all factors that played into the decision to extend the Bismarck State College campus closure to include Friday, Dec.
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-remains-closed-through-dec-16/

Bismarck State College Library announces the 2023 BookTalk selections

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. Humanities
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bismarck-state-college-library-announces-the-2023-booktalk-selections/

BSC to host career fair for students and the public

Bismarck State College (BSC) will host up to 90 employers looking to add to their workforce at the 2023 Spring Career Fair on Wednesday, March 8, from 4 to 6:30 p.m. at the BSC National Energy Center of Excellence on the BSC campus. College students and community members seeking employment
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-to-host-career-fair-for-students-and-the-public/

BSC opening at Noon on March 1

Due to weather conditions and campus accessibility, BSC will open at 12 p.m. Noon (CST) on Wednesday, March 1. All classes beginning at Noon and later will be held and offices open. Any change to this plan will be communicated by 10:30 a.m. Only designated emergency personnel should
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-opening-at-noon-on-march-1/

BSC offering a new 12-week summer EMT program

April 2021 This summer, Bismarck State College is offering a 12-week Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) course May 17 to August 6, 2021 for anyone age 16 and older looking to join the workforce as an EMT or to begin the pathway to a career as a paramedic, firefighter or other emergency responder.   “The
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-offering-new-12-week-summer-emt-program/

Acclaimed speaker to address underage drinking and impact of social media on youth

Bismarck State College (BSC) will host renowned youth advocacy and higher education law expert C.L. Lindsay to shed light on the critical issues of underage drinking and the adverse effects of social media on today's youth. The presentation held on Monday, Aug. 28, at 6 p.m. (CST) at the National Energy
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/cllindsay2023/

BSC choral director earns third GRAMMY Award nomination

Dr. Jason Thoms, Bismarck State College (BSC) Director of Choral Activities, has achieved a remarkable milestone in his career – a GRAMMY nomination in the Best Choral Performance category for his contribution to the recording of "House of Belonging," performed by Conspirare and the
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-choral-director-earns-third-grammy-award-nomination/

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Energy Auditor

A home energy auditor is a professional who conducts a thorough inspection of a home to identify areas where energy is being wasted, usually by examining insulation, air leaks, heating and cooling systems, appliances, and lighting, and then provides recommendations on how to improve energy efficiency
https://bismarckstate.edu/continuingeducation/business/career-pathways/energyauditor/

BSC to remain closed on April 5 due to blizzard conditions

Bismarck-Mandan continues to remain under a blizzard warning. Due to the impact of the storm and our concern for our BSC community’s safety, BSC is taking the following precautions and giving the following guidance:    The Bismarck State College campus will remain closed for
https://bismarckstate.edu/news/bsc-to-remain-closed-on-april-5-due-to-blizzard-conditions/

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/

Mobile Glassblowing Studio coming to BSC

Artist John Offutt brings his Mobile Glassblowing Studio to the Bismarck State College campus April 27-28 as part of BSC ArtsQuest.   Offutt’s glass blown vases, gourds, fish and bowls can be found in museums, galleries and collections throughout the region. Inspired by plumb bobs, anchors,
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/johnoffutt/

BSC haunted theater creates ‘Stage Fright’

Bismarck State College theater students and the BSC Drama Club bring “Stage Fright: A Haunted Theatre Experience” to campus on Oct. 27-28.   With theater flair, the scares have been created and designed by students in the BSC Drama Club. A ghoulish guide will offer visitors a terrifying
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bschauntedtheatercreatesstagefright/

Haunted Theatre set at BSC

Bismarck State College theater students and members of the BSC Drama Club guarantee "stage fright" at the Haunted Theatre Oct. 30-31 on campus. With theatrical flair, the Drama Club has designed a scary and entertaining trip through the nether regions of Sidney J. Lee Auditorium and the
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/hauntedtheater/

BSC hosts artist reception for Shane Balkowitsch March 10

The Gannon Gallery at Bismarck State College hosts an artist reception for Shane Balkowitsch of Bismarck Thursday, March 10, from 4 to 6 p.m. in the gallery.   Balkowitsch’s “Souls of Silver” exhibit of wet plate photography is displayed on second floor of Skogen Hall, BSC’s
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/wetplatephotos/

BSC haunted theater creates ‘Stage Fright’

Bismarck State College theater students and the BSC Drama Club bring “Stage Fright: A Haunted Theatre Experience” to campus on Oct. 28-29.   With theater flair, the scares have been created and designed by students in the BSC Drama Club. A ghoulish guide will offer visitors the opportunity
https://bismarckstate.edu/master-news/bschauntedtheater/