Blizzard warning issued for N.D. Dec 14, 2008
The University of North Dakota canceled its Saturday afternoon men's basketball game with Jamestown College because the weather prevented the Jamestown team from traveling. Some North Dakota residents headed out before the storm to stock up on necessities and things to keep them entertained indoors. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Mercy Hospital receives improvement funds Dec 13, 2008
Administered by the Center for Rural Health at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences, SHIP is funded through a grant from the federal Office of Rural Health Policy ... The Center for Rural Health at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences disbursed over 289,000 to the 35 small rural hospitals in North Dakota. (Devils Lake Daily Journal, ND)
N.D. says the only thing corrupt is the story Dec 12, 2008
Dana Harsell, a University of North Dakota political science professor, said calculating corruption on a per capita basis isn't exactly fair for states like North Dakota. "I'm not sure if it gives a true measure of the extent of corruption," Harsell said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
UND provost is presidential finalist Dec 11, 2008
LOADING Dec 11, 2008 - 04:06:05 CST GRAND FORKS (AP) - University of North Dakota provost and vice president Greg Weisenstein once again is a contender for a university president position. The top assistant to UND President Robert Kelley is one of three finalists for president at West Chester University in Pennsylvania. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Skadeland follows in mother's footsteps Dec 11, 2008
Skadeland went from Williston to the University of North Dakota and turned in a successful career. She departed with 2,791 career assists and 1,086 digs, earning all-conference honors as a junior and senior. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Wood persists to National title game Dec 10, 2008
Luke Schleusner and Chris Schrantz both played in the title game as members of the University of North Dakota football teams. Schleusner was a member of the championship team while Schrantz s team was runner up. (Menomonie Dunn County News, WI)
Williston area looking for doctors Dec 10, 2008
It also adversities in area newspapers, and clinic representatives talk to students in the University of North Dakota medical school, she said. "All of our students have a rural rotation," medical school Dean H. David Wilson said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
SCSU's Lasch, UW's Goloubef, UND's Eidsness Named Red Baron WCHA Players of the Week for Dec. 9-16 Dec 10, 2008
They are forward Ryan Lasch of St. Cloud State University on offense, defenseman Cody Goloubef of the University of Wisconsin on defense, and goaltender Brad Eidsness of the University of North Dakota as rookie of the week ... G, North Dakota University of North Dakota goaltender Brad Eidsness, who backstopped the visiting Fighting Sioux to a two-game road sweep over host Harvard last weekend, is the Red Baron WCHA Rookie of the Week for Dec. 9-16. (Wcha.com)
Miller: Myhra's kick set stage for Colts' march to glory Dec 9, 2008
Myhra was a second-year pro from the University of North Dakota on the 1958 Colts, a two-way reserve at guard and linebacker. And, in an era before kicking specialists, he was also the kicker for PATs and short-range field goals. (ESPN -- Football News)
The search continues for more doctors Dec 9, 2008
Advertising is also done in area newspapers, and clinic representatives talk to students in the University of North Dakota School of Medicine and Health Sciences program to try and entice them here, she said. The UND School of Medicine understands the need for rural doctors, and it has a variety of programs to encourage future physicians to practice in these areas. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
A dozen left Dec 7, 2008
Verlyn Fick, Southeastern Community College Vice President of Teaching and Learning, in West Burlington, Iowa; Kent Hjelmstad, assistant professor in University of North Dakota, in Grand Forks; John Miller, instructional dean of the College of Southern Idaho, in Twin Falls, Idaho; Guy Mills, University of Texas Permian Basin associate provost and school of education dean, in Odessa, Texas; Raymond Nadolny, vice president of extended learning at Lake Washington Technical College, in Redman,... (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
Kelley Cabinet sees turnover Dec 7, 2008
LOADING Dec 07, 2008 - 04:05:30 CST GRAND FORKS (AP) - New University of North Dakota President Robert Kelley will see the turnover of nearly half of his 10 Cabinet members in his first six months on the job, but some of the exiting vice presidents say that's not necessarily a bad thing. "He also will be gaining a fresh outlook and some new blood," said Bob Gallager, who's retiring at the end of the year as vice president for finance and operations. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
A different economic story Dec 7, 2008
And according to a new report by the Bureau of Business and Economic Research at the University of North Dakota, the chances of a recession hitting the state by the first quarter next year are a little more than 50-50. "It's certainly not a guarantee," said David Flynn, a UND professor who authored the report. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Eminently quotable: 'Where are they sitting?' Dec 6, 2008
Sarah Branion, a graduate student at the University of North Dakota studying women in North Dakota politics. q q q. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Longtime attorney believes in community service Dec 5, 2008
for two years and the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks for five years, where he graduated with a law degree in 1969. Upon graduating law school, McKennett was offered a post at a local legal firm where he is now a partner. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
BHS GYMNASTICS: Keidel still on the way up Dec 5, 2008
Megan is now competing for the University of North Dakota. MacKenzie chose to focus on her favorite gymnastics. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Grizzlies get review of offense Dec 4, 2008
The Montana men's basketball team passed its Princeton Offense 101 exam on Tuesday with a win over the University of North Dakota. The Griz will take an upper-level course in the motion offense when the University of Denver comes to Dahlberg Arena on Thursday night. (Missoulian, MT)
Griz check Sioux: Montana puts Sunday's loss to Santa Clara in rearview mirror Dec 3, 2008
The Montana men's basketball team shored up some weak spots Tuesday night and the result was an 83-63 win over the University of North Dakota in front of 3,036 fans at Dahlberg Arena. The Griz (3-4) limited the Fighting Sioux (4-2) to 37 percent shooting, shot 75 percent from the free-throw line, won the rebounding battle 40-33 and converted 12 offensive rebounds into 19 second-chance points. (Missoulian, MT)
Board looks at tuition rates for veterans Dec 3, 2008
The University of North Dakota had asked for authority to grant waivers to any veteran to bring his or her tuition costs down to rates paid by resident students, said Pat Seaworth, the North Dakota university system's attorney ... During a telephone conference call meeting Tuesday, board members agreed to introduce three other bills at the behest of the University of North Dakota's medical school to address questions raised by an August 2007 performance audit of the school's operations ...... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
ECI basketball comes to U-Mary Dec 3, 2008
The last three North Dakota Mr. Basketball winners played ECI ball Travis Mertens (University of North Dakota), Brian Qvale (University of Montana) and Austin Dufault (University of Colorado). Fridley believes the ECI tournament will help expose regional athletes to U-Mary. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
UND's Frattin, DU's Cheverie & Colborne, UW's Gardiner Named Red Baron WCHA Players of the Week Dec 3, 2008
They are forward Matt Frattin of the University of North Dakota on offense, goaltender Marc Cheverie of the University of Denver on defense, and forward Joe Colborne of the University of Denver and defenseman Jake Gardiner of the University of Wisconsin as co-rookies ... F, North Dakota University of North Dakota right winger Matt Frattin, who notched his first collegiate three-goal hat trick along with one assist while helping the host Fighting Sioux to a 7-3 victory over 12th-ranked Cornell... (Wcha.com)
Dave's Place - A last word Dec 2, 2008
Compare this to when the men's basketball team opened the season against the University of North Dakota at Swinney Recreation Center. The atmosphere at the gym was festive and electric. (University News, MO)
People In Business 11.30 Nov 30, 2008
Ostermann is board certified in pediatrics and received her medical degree from the University of North Dakota School of Medicine in Grand Forks, N.D.. She completed a residency program in pediatrics at Iowa Methodist Medical Center/Blank Children s Hospital in Des Moines, Iowa. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Fewer women serving in Legislature Nov 29, 2008
Sarah Branion, a graduate student at the University of North Dakota who is studying women in North Dakota politics, said she has found that women are not groomed for politics as often as men. "It's not that women are not elected," Branion said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
UND Signs Forward Danny Kristo to National Letter of Intent Nov 29, 2008
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - University of North Dakota head men's hockey coach Dave Hakstol announced today the signing of forward Danny Kristo to a National Letter of Intent to play for the Fighting Sioux beginning in 2009-10. Kristo, a 6-foot, 175-pound native of Edina, Minn. (Wcha.com)
UMD's Holmlov, UND's Ney, UM's Lamoureux Named WCHA Players of the Week for Nov. 26-Dec. 2 Nov 27, 2008
They are University of Minnesota Duluth forward Elin Holmlov on offense, University of North Dakota goaltender Stephanie Ney on defense, and University of Minnesota forward Monique Lamoureux as rookie of the week ... G, University of North DakotaUniversity of North Dakota goaltender Stephanie Ney, who recorded her first collegiate shutout in a 4-0 victory over defending national and WCHA champion Minnesota Duluth last Sunday (Nov. (Wcha.com)
Burnout factor: Paperwork takes a toll on primary care physicians Nov 25, 2008
She attended medical school at the University of North Dakota, where the curriculum places a heavy focus on primary care. In fact, she basically made a promise upon enrolling that she would specialize in primary care, in exchange for lower interest rates on her student loans. (Gillette News-Record, WY)
UND HOCKEY: Fighting Sioux trying to find offense Nov 24, 2008
LOADING Nov 24, 2008 - 04:05:24 CST GRAND FORKS (AP) - The University of North Dakota men's hockey team is used to digging itself a hole in the first half of the season. To dig out, the Sioux to need to find some offense. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
NDSU FOOTBALL: Belquists have Bison in their blood Nov 24, 2008
LOADING Nov 24, 2008 - 04:05:24 CST FARGO (AP) - There were many years when Bob Belquist was on the football fence when it came to being a fan of the University of North Dakota or North Dakota State - he attended both schools. That changed on a fall day in 1999 in the northeast corner of the Fargodome. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Fight for Tougher Sex Offender Laws Continues Nov 23, 2008
FARGO, N.D. The five years since the abduction and murder of a University of North Dakota student have brought tougher laws against sex offenders. Top state and federal prosecutors say it's not enough. (Fox News)
Balancing higher ed costs is top priority Nov 23, 2008
A student's share of costs (tuition and fees) at the University of North Dakota and North Dakota State University is 60 to 62 percent. At Minot State University, students pay 47 percent of the cost. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Indian Heritage Month ignored Nov 22, 2008
You know wrote on Nov 19, 2008 4:52 PM:" We tried to honor the native people of this region at the University of North Dakota and we all know how that is working out. I would hate to offend the likes for David Gipp or Ron and His Mule Thunder by celebrating the earlier immigrants to this region. Remember, you reap what you sow. I for one have continued boycotting all things owned or operated by the tribes in ND and I will continue to do so until such time as the "Fighting Sioux" logo issue is... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Conrad critical of handling of bailout Nov 22, 2008
University of North Dakota economist David Flynn called the treasury department's handling of the bailout "a real hatchet job.". "They didn't sell this program appropriately," Flynn said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Women's Basketball Hosts Montana State Friday Nov 21, 2008
Montana State then took a 85-78 victory over the University of North Dakota ... Wyoming currently has a 1-1 record on the year and will play the University of North Dakota prior to hosting the Bulldogs. (Gozags.com)
Women's Basketball Returns Home To Host Two Games Nov 19, 2008
Montana State then took a 85-78 victory over the University of North Dakota. The Bobcats have five players averaging double-digit points, including Sarah Strand who leads the team with 17. (Gozags.com)
Trojans Clausen signs with North Dakota Nov 19, 2008
MASON CITY Chris Clausen s father, Daniel, played basketball at the University of North Dakota ... Clausen, a native of Australia, signed a national letter of intent on Monday to play basketball next season at the University of North Dakota. (Mason City Globe-Gazette, IO)
UW's Geoffrion, UM's Kangas & SCSU's Weslosky, UND's Eidsness & MSU's Thompson Named Red Baron® WCHA Players of the Week Nov 19, 2008
They are forward Blake Geoffrion of the University of Wisconsin on offense, goaltenders Alex Kangas of the University of Minnesota and Jase Weslosky of St. Cloud State University on defense, and goaltender Brad Eidsness of the University of North Dakota and forward Tyler Thompson of Minnesota State University, Mankato as rookies ... University of North Dakota goaltender Brad Eidsness, who stopped 29 of 30 shots on goal in a weekend conference series against Alaska Anchorage, and Minnesota State... (Wcha.com)
Kangaroos clipped in home opener Nov 18, 2008
The University of North Dakota, playing the first game in their NCAA Division I history, shocked the shaky Roos 61-56, spoiling UMKC's home opener in a rare, regular-season appearance at SRC - their first at the facility since 1996. Before playing a second half of inspired ball, the Kangaroos stumbled early, shooting a paltry 25. (University News, MO)
KU surge too much for Roos Nov 18, 2008
UMKC Head Coach Matt Brown said his team responded to the challenge well, especially after their shaky start last Friday, a season opening loss at the hands of the University of North Dakota. "I continue to tell them to have a great attitude and a good effort. Eventually, I think were going to win games," Brown said. (University News, MO)
NASA Shuttle Carries Camera to Help Farmers Nov 18, 2008
Students and faculty at the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks, built the Agricultural Camera, known as AgCam, that will be delivered and installed on the International Space Station ... "AgCam provides students with the opportunity to do real engineering and provide valuable data to protect our environment now and in the future," says George Seielstad, the director of AgCam and the University of North Dakota Center for People and Environment. (Agri-View, WI)
NDSU's debt more than doubles Nov 17, 2008
Similar advice was given to the University of North Dakota, which had $105 million of debt as of June 30. UND spent nearly 2. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Top homemaker made life cozy for family Nov 16, 2008
The couple met on a blind date while attending the University of North Dakota. He laughs, thinking back to the first impression she made. (AZCentral -- News)
UND officials proud of AgCam Nov 16, 2008
LOADING Nov 16, 2008 - 04:05:23 CST GRAND FORKS (AP) - The chairman of electrical engineering at the University of North Dakota engineering school says he's glad to be proved wrong. Richard Schultz says he didn't think UND had the expertise on campus to build a high-resolution camera to take pictures and provide information about the Earth, to help farmers better manage their crops. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
US attorney wants to see Sjodin case through Nov 15, 2008
LOADING Nov 15, 2008 - 04:06:08 CST FARGO (AP) - U.S. Attorney Drew Wrigley says he promised the family of slain University of North Dakota student Dru Sjodin that he would see her case through. Wrigley says he intends to stay on the job as North Dakota's chief federal prosecutor as long as he can. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Hoeven says it's time to get serious Nov 15, 2008
Mark Jendrysik, a University of North Dakota political scientist, said the internal back- biting going on in the GOP is common after any major loss in an election. It happened to the Republicans in 1974 after President Nixon resigned following the Watergate scandal. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Tioga, Ray co-op produces success Nov 14, 2008
"They pride themselves in their rivalry, which is typical of rural North Dakota," he said, while also pointing the the huge rivalries between the likes of the University of North Dakota and North Dakota State. "The healthy, small-town rivalries were a wonderful thing if kept in a good perspective," Anderson said. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
N.D. students ready to celebrate AgCam launch Nov 14, 2008
LOADING Nov 14, 2008 - 04:05:28 CST By DAVE KOLPACK Associated Press Writer FARGO - The blast off party that University of North Dakota students and professors have been waiting for since 2001 is ready to start, good weather willing. A sophisticated camera system known as AgCam is set to be launched into space aboard the shuttle Endeavor, which is scheduled to take off from Florida at 6:55 p.m. Central time today. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
QB keepers tougher to find Nov 9, 2008
Lotysz was a Bill Parcells project in 1999, having joined the Jets following a no-frills college career at Division 2 University of North Dakota. He spent that year on the practice squad as Parcells saw enough potential in the hard-working 6-foot-6-inch, 310-pound tackle to keep him around. (Boston Globe -- Sports)
McCain wins ND despite Bush disfavor Nov 6, 2008
Mark Jendrysik, chairman of the political science department at the University of North Dakota, said the fact that 60 percent of North Dakota voters this year disapproved of Bush's performance likely was a factor in McCain's lower percentage. "In general, people look at the brand, and the Republican brand is painted by Bush," Jendrysik said Wednesday. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
UM's Marvin, MSU's Rosso, UND's Wiebe & OSU's McIntosh Named WCHA Players of the Week Nov 6, 2008
They are University of Minnesota forward Gigi Marvin on offense, Minnesota State University, Mankato defenseman Kathleen Rosso on defense, and University of North Dakota forward Alyssa Wiebe and Ohio State University forward Laura McIntosh as co-rookies of the week ... F, University of North Dakota Laura McIntosh Fr ... University of North Dakota Alyssa Wiebe, a freshman forward from Saskatoon, Sask. (Wcha.com)
Measures 1, 2 fail Nov 5, 2008
Dana Harsell, a political science professor at the University of North Dakota, said polls showed many undecided voters leading up to the election for both measures, which likely played a part in their defeat. "If they don't understand the implications of the language, more often than not they'll err on the side of caution and vote no," Harsell said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Obama made it interesting in N.D. Nov 5, 2008
Mark Jendrysik, a political science professor at the University of North Dakota, said Tuesday's presidential results in North Dakota weren't surprising. "This wasn't a place that McCain had to win," Jendrysik said. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
How many are actually Sioux? Nov 4, 2008
LOADING Nov 04, 2008 - 04:05:23 CST By TOM IRONMcLaughlin, S.D. Recently there was a group demonstrating against the use of the name Fighting Sioux by the University of North Dakota ... I am from a historically well-known Sioux family, and I am proud that the University of North Dakota chose to name their sports teams after my tribe, honoring the strong spirit and courage displayed by our warriors ... I support the wishes of the students of the University of North Dakota and good luck in your... (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Obituaries for Sunday, November 2, 2008 Nov 2, 2008
Otto later received his master s and doctorate in education from the University of North Dakota. His professional life was spent working at the high school and university levels and culminated with a tenure of 23 years at Winona State University in Winona, as a professor, department chairman and then Dean of Education before retiring in 1992. (Winona Daily News, MN)
I DO, I DO: Zoo and gardens set stage for wedding Nov 2, 2008
In June 2007, Todd traveled to Grand Forks, N.D., to study linguistics at the University of North Dakota for 10 weeks. On the first day, a pretty coed named Sarah Titkemeier showed up in a bright orange Gator T-shirt. (Florida Times-Union)
Louis M. Henkenius, 54 Nov 1, 2008
He graduated from Wyndmere High School, Wyndmere, ND in 1972, and then received his B. A. Degree in Speech Pathology at the University of North Dakota, Grand Forks in 1976 and his Masters Degree in Audiology from Colorado State University, Ft. Collins, CO in 1978. Louis M. Henkenius, 54 Advertisement. (Wahpeton Daily News, ND)
Presidential choice tough for North Dakota voters Oct 30, 2008
"If McCain doesn't win this state by 10 percent, it's a bad sign for him all over," said Mark Jendrysik, a political science professor at the University of North Dakota. McCain has an advantage with voters here on gun rights and oil drilling, while Obama has an advantage on farm issues. (WWLTV.com, LA)
Business Briefs Oct 28, 2008
Board certified in family medicine, Silver attended medical school at the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific and completed his internship and residency at the University of North Dakota School of Medicine. Silver was in private practice in Redding before joining the Sansum Clinic family of health professionals. (Lompoc Record, CA)
Couple engaged Oct 28, 2008
The future bridegroom is a 2005 graduate of Madison High School and a 2008 graduate of the University of North Dakota with a bachelor of arts degree in aviation management. He is a flight instructor at Riverside Flight Center in Tulsa. (Madison Daily Leader, SD)
Democrats see opportunity to control N.D. Senate Oct 26, 2008
University of North Dakota political science professor Dana Harsell thinks so ... The race pits two newcomers to North Dakota politics: Democrat Mac Schneider, cousin to insurance commissioner candidate Jasper Schneider, and Republican Nate Martindale, a 24-year-old recent graduate of the University of North Dakota who served as the school's student president. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Business people Oct 25, 2008
Greed is the catalyst, for sure, but the root cause is Americans' insatiable penchant for self-actualization through the accumulation of stuff. Take Primary Mortgage Insurance (PMI), for example. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Good music, fun times Oct 25, 2008
He's also taught classes and conducted the orchestra for Indiana University's South Bend campus, conducted the chamber orchestra at the University of Chicago and taught classes at the University of North Dakota. Park was drawn to Pocatello after sensing the community had a strong commitment to the arts. (Pocatello Idaho State Journal, ID)
Judge candidates make their case Oct 24, 2008
Nelson is a 1969 graduate of Williston High School and earned his juris doctorate in 1981 from University of North Dakota School of Law ... Sheets is a 1981 graduate of Powers Lake High School and earned his juris doctorate in 1992 from University of North Dakota School of Law. (Williston Daily Herald, ND)
COLLEGE NOTEBOOK: Blue Hawks flying high Oct 24, 2008
Mandy Gefroh of Bismarck placed 35th for the University of North Dakota women at the same meet. The senior finished with a time of 22:51. (Bismarck Tribune, ND)
Former Cornjerker takes over head coaching position at Eureka College Oct 23, 2008
He was an assistant coach at the University of North Dakota for four seasons prior to coaching at Dartmouth. He also earned his M.S. in kinesiology with a sports psychology emphasis from UND in 2004 while serving as a U.S. Air Force First Lieutenant Maintenance officer from 2001 to 2004. (Hoopeston Chronicle, IL)
