South Pole Club Med? Jul 24, 2008
The fossils were discovered by Richard Thommasson during screening of the sediment in research team member Allan Ashworth's lab at North Dakota State University. Because ostracods couldn't survive in the current Antarctic climate, their presence suggests that the southern-most continent hasn't always been as frigid as it is today. (Fox News)
Fossils date Dry Valleys' origin Jul 24, 2008
Dr Adam Lewis, from North Dakota State University, US, explained: "Our dating says the lake existed 14 million years ago, and within about 250,000 years of that lake existing and holding those ostracods, all the glaciers in the surrounding area stopped melting and they become cold-based and began to evaporate. "So after about 13. 8 million years ago, there's no water - it's bone dry, dry-frozen," he told BBC News. Antarctica's Dry Valleys, with their barren gravel-strewn floors, are said to be... (BBC News -- Science)
Unique Fossil Shows Antarctic Once Much Warmer Jul 23, 2008
The discovery by an international team of scientists is published in Proceedings of the Royal Society B. It involved researchers from the University of Leicester, North Dakota State University, the British Geological Survey, Queen Mary University of London, and Boston University ... Allan Ashworth's lab at North Dakota State University. (Science Daily)
CHIEFS vs. GOVERNORS: Mandan ends streak Jul 23, 2008
The big Century graduate, who will play baseball at North Dakota State University, walked none and struck out nine. Reid Jungling, Mandan's crafty 16-year-old lefty, was every bit Wentz's equal. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Grand Forks agency provides summer sack lunches Jul 20, 2008
North Dakota State University Extension Office, Valley Dental Health, Grand Forks Public Health and the Grand Forks Fire Department are a few of the presenters. On Monday, Greg Gust with the Grand Forks National Weather Service office gave children a weather presentation. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Fargo researchers collect sunflowers Jul 18, 2008
Research botanist Gerald Seiler, right, and plant pathologist Tom Gulya, check sunflowers growing in the U.S. Department of Agriculture building on the west edge of North Dakota State University Wednesday, June 16, 2008, in Fargo, N.D.. The two recently studied different sunflowers on a trip to Australia. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
PG South: Finally, Keystone Oaks wrestler going to nationals to compete in freestyle (Today) Jul 17, 2008
This summer, Zanetta made sure his schedule could accommodate a trip to North Dakota State University. He qualified for the Junior National Freestyle Championships that get underway Saturday. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Women's Basketball named to WBCA Academic Honor Roll for second-straight season Jul 16, 2008
326) T18 North Dakota State University - Amy Ruley (3. 326) 20 Oakland University - Beckie Francis (3. (Siusalukis.com)
Women's Basketball Named WBCA Academic Top 25 Jul 16, 2008
North Dakota State University. Amy Ruley. (Uncbears.com)
Women's Basketball named to WBCA Academic Top 25 Jul 15, 2008
North Dakota State University 3. 326 20. (Gobonnies.com)
Division I FCS ADA Announces 2008-09 Officers and Executive Committee Jul 13, 2008
The following directors of athletics were elected to serve on the Executive Committee Jeff Bourne, James Madison University; Charlie Cobb, Appalachian State University; Robert Hill, Stephen F. Austin State University; Brian Hutchinson, Morehead State University; Charlene Johnson, South Carolina State University; Greg LaFleur, Southern University; Patrick Lyons, Iona College; Bruce McCutcheon, Lafayette College; Dianne Murphy, Columbia University; Division I FCS ADA Past President Jim Murphy;... (Nacda.com)
Four Tournaments Highlight 2008 Volleyball Slate Jul 13, 2008
Gonzaga will match up with both Bradley University and Montana on the first day and will then play North Dakota State University and UC Riverside, a first-time opponent, on Aug. 30. The Zags second tournament of the season is at the University of Washington, Sept. 4-5. (Gozags.com)
Wheat Scab Showing Up in State Jul 13, 2008
Esker and Conley suggest they go online and to the North Dakota State University website at and Ohio State University at. The North Dakota site has images for wheat varieties that have awns, while Ohio State s provides images for awnless wheat varieties. (Agri-View, WI)
Officials hope to lessen college drinking problems Jul 8, 2008
Authorities said a North Dakota State University student visiting friends in Wahpeton died in May of injuries suffered in a fall down some steps after he had been drinking. Nationally, an Associated Press analysis of federal records found more than 150 college-age people, 18 to 23, drank themselves to death from 1999 through 2005, the most recent year for which figures are available. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Mississippi research interns spending summer in North Dakota Jul 6, 2008
FARGO, N.D. (AP) - A North Dakota State University professor who traveled to Mississippi Valley State last fall to watch a football game came back with more than a Bison win. He found a research team. (WREG.com, TN)
Mississippi students get flavor of Fargo Jul 6, 2008
(AP Photo/Dave Kolpack) LOADING Jul 06, 2008 - 04:05:50 CDT By DAVE KOLPACKAssociated Press Writer FARGO - A North Dakota State University professor who traveled to Mississippi last fall to watch a football game came back with more than a Bison victory. He found a research team. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
New UND president welcomed into position Jul 6, 2008
A video also recently circulated about UND and North Dakota State University, including comical portrayals of Adolf Hitler, and a UND sorority was punished by being placed on probation after an "Indian-themed" party. These are not the kind of activities that are allowed to fester at nationally recognized universities. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Kupchella: Logo a healthy debate Jun 30, 2008
Kupchella, looking back on nine years as UND president, also criticized the state Board of Higher Education, saying the board approved programs at North Dakota State University that duplicated UND programs and forced competition between the schools. "Where you'd like to see policy governance controlled by the board, what I think I saw over most of my nine years is, we were governed by individual decisions, not by a broad, agreed-upon policy of what a system is," Kupchella said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
South African wheat millers visiting North Dakota Jun 29, 2008
The delegation's five-day visit is to include a briefing by wheat breeders and researchers at North Dakota State University, as well as tours of the Northern Crops Institute in Fargo, a grain elevator in Casselton and a wheat farm in Lisbon. Farmer Richard Cavett said he plans to show the wheat team the equipment he uses to seed and harvest his crop, and also his fields. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
The weeklies: No rough going in Medora hotel expansion Jun 29, 2008
Community residents have turned to a horse paddock and pasture just outside Anamoose to plant seeds provided by the North Dakota State University s Community Garden project. For years, the land had been owned by Rudy Wohl, who picked it up after World War II for parking his trucks and keeping horses. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Sunday North: NA's Waltko shoots for All-American wrestling status (06/29/2008) Jun 29, 2008
Joe Waltko will be making his third consecutive trip to North Dakota State University in Fargo, the site of Cadet and Junior Nationals, and will be making his first appearance in the Junior Division. Waltko's other two appearances were in the Cadet Division and he earned All-American status both years by placing among the top eight in his weight class. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA -- Sports)
Enough with the pay raises Jun 27, 2008
The board recently met and approved a raise for North Dakota State University President Joseph Chapman to 411,000 per year. This is 11,000 more than the president of the United States makes. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Garner finishes 11th at nationals Jun 23, 2008
Brost, a three-time state pole vault champ, is headed to North Dakota State University in the fall. Share This Story. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
NDSU wants to use Dacotah Field differently Jun 18, 2008
FARGO (AP) - North Dakota State University is seeking state approval to turn Dacotah Field into a practice facility. The outdoor stadium is where the Bison played when they were among the elite in NCAA Division II football, winning several national titles. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Similarities to Mars in our backyard Jun 17, 2008
Instructional staff for the course included research NASA scientist Jon Rask and North Dakota State University professor Chris McKay, who is a doctor of planetary science. Rask works from the NASA Ames research center in California. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
NDSU architecture department undergoing audit Jun 16, 2008
LOADING Jun 16, 2008 - 04:06:16 CDT FARGO (AP) - An internal auditor is reviewing the North Dakota State University architecture and landscape architecture department, at the request of a dean. The audit is the result of students' questions. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Guys at auction report generally good crop start Jun 15, 2008
All crop producers, not just the usual top 20 percent, had an average net income of 192,000 in 2007, North Dakota State University reported last week. That's more than three times the annual income average for the five years before, based on numbers from farms enrolled in NDSU's Farm Business Management Program, according to the report. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Boys State takes on mock disasters Jun 13, 2008
David Duff, a volunteer PhD student from North Dakota State University, said it allows the boys to develop methods to plan ahead and plan for the future. It's a skill they can take with them at the end of the week. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Bagg Farm hosts first event in new mule barn Jun 12, 2008
The Bagg Farm hosted a community picnic for North Dakota State University s Conversations Across the Land alumni series. About 300 people enjoyed a picnic dinner of either hamburgers or turkey sandwiches with potato salad, beans, macaroni salad and dessert. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Fournier To Receive NACDA AD of the Year Award Jun 10, 2008
Warren "Moose" Koegel, Coastal Carolina University - Southeast Gene Taylor, North Dakota State University - Central Gary Walters, Princeton University - Northeast Bobby Williams, Sam Houston State University - West. Division I. (Wsuathletics.com)
Gateway Football Conference Changes Its Name Jun 7, 2008
Members of the Missouri Valley Football Conference (and initial year of membership) include Illinois State University (1985), Indiana State University (1986), Missouri State University (1985), North Dakota State University (2008), the University of Northern Iowa (1985), South Dakota State University (2008), Southern Illinois University (1985), Western Illinois University (1985), and Youngstown State University (1997). Five Missouri Valley Football Conference members also compete in the Missouri... (Siusalukis.com)
Weed-free certification in question Jun 7, 2008
Carlson said possibilities other than the Agriculture Department might include North Dakota State University, the state Seed Department or the nonprofit state Crop Improvement Association. Minnesota's Crop Improvement Association runs the weed-free program in that state, Fick said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Larson to play in Legion All-Star Game Jun 7, 2008
Larson plans on attending North Dakota State University in the fall. Gilbertson has tried to persuade Larson to play baseball there, and he may possibly walk on. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Kellie Callahan Named Academic All-District Jun 7, 2008
NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY ... NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY ... NORTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY. (Uncbears.com)
North Dakota farm profit outstanding in 2007 Jun 7, 2008
Choose your superlative and apply it to North Dakota farm financial performance in 2007, said Andrew Swenson, North Dakota State University Extension Service farm management specialist. It was outstanding, Swenson said. (Agri-View, WI)
State FFA convention under way Jun 5, 2008
LOADING Jun 05, 2008 - 04:07:15 CDT FARGO (AP) - The state FFA convention has brought some 1,400 members to the North Dakota State University campus, with blue corduroy their jacket of choice. National FFA Adviser Larry Case helped kick off the first night's session. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Parkour: Maximizing Body and Mind Jun 4, 2008
Overcoming Physical Obstacles as a Means to Empowering the Self. Many youth across the globe are turning to "parkour" as a means to healthy bodies and fit minds. (Suite101.com)
Local athletes compete at State Summer Games Jun 3, 2008
FARGO Sixteen Wahpeton athletes competed in the Special Olympics North Dakota State Summer Games in Fargo on Friday and Saturday at North Dakota State University. They competed in bocce on Friday and two track events and either the shot put or softball throw on Saturday. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
APUC grants five funding requests Jun 2, 2008
The North Dakota State University plant sciences department is getting the largest grant, 75,000, for corn research. The Mandan-based North Dakota Dairy Coalition is getting 66,000 for its efforts to boost the industry. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Life goes on, but it gets harder Jun 1, 2008
She went to the University of North Dakota to study nursing; he went to North Dakota State University to get his degree in sociology. He volunteered for service, spending two years in the Army. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Study finds record 2007 N.D. farm income May 31, 2008
"It was a phenomenal year, and it may be the best year a farmer will have in his career," said Andy Swenson, a farm management specialist with the North Dakota State University Extension Service. "Farm income was three to four times more than the average.". (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Hard work paying off for athletes May 31, 2008
The Special Olympics State Summer Games are taking place this weekend at North Dakota State University and area athletes are excited and ready to compete. The athletes will play bocce on Friday, May 30 and will compete in the track and field events on Saturday. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Research budgets cut amid threat to wheat May 28, 2008
The wheat research effort at North Dakota State University in Fargo involves about 8 million a year, he said. The state Wheat Commission plans to ask the next session of the North Dakota Legislature to help put even more emphasis on research, shifting the focus from a trade dispute with Canada, he said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Bismarck Tribune Breaking News Cold spell threatens gardens May 28, 2008
Gardeners' most important safeguard now is to pay attention to weather reports and advisories, said Tom Kalb of Bismarck, a North Dakota State University extension horticulturist. If a frost danger looms, go out and protect plants, he said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Little benefit from chamber May 24, 2008
It will use data based on Bismarck-Mandan MSA statistics from the federal government instead of using data on Mandan-Morton that could be obtained from North Dakota State University researchers. Mandan Mayor Ken LaMont bet me 1 this study would really look at Mandan-Morton County. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Allen Hired As Assistant Coach May 22, 2008
Allen moved on to North Dakota State University, where he was an assistant coach and recruiting coordinator (2002-04) ... Allen also completed hours towards his Masters of Exercise Science in sport pedagogy at North Dakota State University. (Hawkeyesports.com)
Couple engaged May 20, 2008
She is a 2001 graduate of Chester Area High School and a 2005 graduate of North Dakota State University with a degree in civil engineering. She is employed with Short Elliott Hendrickson Inc., in St. Paul as a hydraulics engineer. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Shortened arm doesn’t hold back new physical therapist, UW-L grad May 17, 2008
Berg obtained her undergraduate degree at North Dakota State University. As a freshman, she asked a professor to help her choose an undergraduate major that could lead to a post-graduate degree in physical therapy. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
County engineer is president of association May 17, 2008
She was born and raised in South Dakota and got her bachelors of science degree in civil engineering from North Dakota State University. Growing up in a small town, Miller said she never thought she would be able to have a voice and be heard on a national level. (Albert Lea Tribune, MN)
Five Tiger Softball Players Earn All-Midwest Region Honors, Set Program Record May 16, 2008
Second Team P - , University of Missouri, Columbia P - Meagan Denny, University of Texas P - Allison Bakke, North Dakota State University C - T.J. Eadus, Creighton University 1B - Samantha Ricketts, University of Oklahoma 2B - Alysia Hamilton, Oklahoma State University 3B - Jamie Hinshaw, Texas Aersity SS - Loryn Johnson, University of Texas OF - Kirsten Shortridge, Baylor University OF - Dougie McCaulley, University of Kansas OF -Lauren Lindsay, University of Tulsa UT/P - , University of... (Mutigers.com)
Read more. . May 16, 2008
May and June are two of the top months for deer-vehicle crashes in North Dakota, according to crash data compiled by the Upper Great Plains Transportation Institute at North Dakota State University. North Dakota drivers experience more than 3800 deer-vehicle crashes (DVCs) a year according to the data. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
North Dakota crop land values increase at an accelerated rate May 9, 2008
Last year's increase indicates an extremely strong land market, said Andrew Swenson, North Dakota State University Extension Service farm and family resource management specialist. In fact, there is only one other period, 1973-1980, in the past 60 years that can match it. (Agri-View, WI)
Red River Basin map to be launched May 6, 2008
The International Water Institute, located in Fargo, cooperates on research with the North Dakota State University, Concordia College and University of Minnesota, Moorhead. The project is funded by a variety of local, state and federal agencies. (Rapid City Journal, SD)
State group giving away sheep to find young shepherds May 4, 2008
The program was created with help from the North Dakota State University extension service. Justin Luther, an extension sheep specialist, said it's important to revitalize the state's sheep industry. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Spring planting slowed by weather May 2, 2008
Khan, who grew up on a sugarcane plantation in South Africa, does research work for the extension office at North Dakota State University and the University of Minnesota. If growers experience a late start, they need to ensure they have a good plant population, he said. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Going green can save money and the planet May 2, 2008
To learn more: To read a report on paper mulch from North Dakota State University, visit. Battery-powered tools. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Home & Garden)
Social form of bullying linked to depression, anxiety in adults Apr 23, 2008
D., an assistant professor of psychology at North Dakota State University, said understanding how past relational bullying affects people in adulthood is an important step forward for research in this field. Turning 18 is not a magical age when you leave all of these experiences behind, said Troop-Gordon, who is not affiliated with the study. (EurekAlert!)
ECI to hold Spring Preview, showcasing area talent Apr 19, 2008
who has verbally committed to play basketball at North Dakota State University, and 6-foot-10-inch Kurtis Mickelson from Ashby, Minn. At 6:10 p.m., the South Dakota Heat will face ECI West (ND), followed by ECI East (ND) against Minnesota Comets North. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Program to help students meet college requirements Apr 18, 2008
North Dakota State College of Science is collaborating with North Dakota State University this fall for a program to assist students. The Pathway Program allows freshmen who do not meet NDSU's eligibility requirements to take classes and boost skill areas. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Are earmarks from Congress best for U.S.? Apr 17, 2008
And that's a small amount, set beside the 17 earmarks for North Dakota State University totaling 35. 7 million - that doesn't even include Dorgan's earmark of 5. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Doctors needing help get a dose of proper English Apr 14, 2008
That has happened because Julie Eikamp, 53, an English instructor at North Dakota State University for 23 years who helped develop NDSU's specialized language program for the many international students, is now living in Bismarck. And she has started a business, "Express Yourself in English.". (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Bismarck's Johnson happy he played them all Apr 14, 2008
Last week Johnson, an A student in the classroom, decided to attend North Dakota State University. At Fargo it will be wrestling only for Johnson, who won three state titles and went 50-0 in a senior season that included 36 pins. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
For the love of dance Apr 14, 2008
She graduated from BHS in 2003 and moved on to dance with the North Dakota State University Dance Team for three years. She became the captain her sophomore year. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Bismarck Tribune Breaking News Earmarks: Is it pork or bringing home the bacon? Apr 13, 2008
The one earmark that had none of the delegation as a sponsor was for North Dakota State University to share with two other universities on barley and rural development ... North Dakota State University, the largest North Dakota recipient of federal earmarks, received money for research as well as starting or expanding programs, including the infrastructure for some programs ... North Dakota State University 17 earmarks 35,665,062. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
RSVP column: Slain newsman had ties to N.D. Apr 13, 2008
John Worst, former president of the North Dakota Agricultural College (now North Dakota State University), a strong NPL advocate and a friend of Liggett, was North Dakota's commissioner of immigration. Liggett was hired as Worst's deputy, and, in January 1920, he moved to Washington, D.C. While there, Liggett shared an office with the headquarters of the American Civil Liberties Union. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)