ABERDEEN, S.D. ¨C Five icons of the Aberdeen community and longtime supporters of Northern State University were awarded honorary doctorates at the spring commencement ceremony held Saturday, May 4 in the Barnett Center. 

Harvey Jewett, Michael Evans, Tim Kessler (honored posthumously), Eldon Swingler, and Jack Thompson were awarded the Honorary Doctor of Public Service as members of the Great Plains Foundation's board and for their distinguishing individual achievements within their fields and community. The honorary doctorate is the¡­

ABERDEEN, S.D. - The Gypsy Day Parade, a central feature of Northern State University Homecoming festivities, is scheduled for Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. The parade and homecoming football game mark the end of a week-long celebration on campus starting Monday, Sep. 30, 2024. As a cornerstone of the celebration, the parade embodies community spirit and engagement, offering an unforgettable experience for all attendees.

Registration for the parade opens on Monday, July 15, allowing ample time for participants to prepare their entries. The Gypsy Days Homecoming¡­

ABERDEEN, S.D. - On Saturday, six Northern State University graduates will earn their degree through a collaborative teach-out agreement between Northern State University and Presentation College. 

Daiova Manuel Tejeda is one of the six graduates defying the odds. Nationwide, only 47.1% of students re-enrolled at another institution after a closure, and only 36.8% earned a degree.

"The assistance provided by the Registrar's Office, particularly by Peggy Hallstrom, played a significant role in ensuring a smooth transition and timely graduation¡­

ABERDEEN, S.D. ¨C Northern State University is proud to announce that Dr. Doug Ohmer, a long-time faculty member and esteemed colleague, will be the featured speaker at the 2024 Spring Commencement ceremony on Saturday, May 4. Ohmer, who is retiring from Northern State University this year after an impressive 30-year career, will share his wisdom and insights with the graduating class.

Ohmer joined Northern State University in 1994 and has since made significant contributions to the institution. He served as an associate professor of management, dean of the¡­

ABERDEEN, S.D. ¨C Northern State University is proud to announce that on Saturday, May 4, 257 students will embark on a new chapter of their lives as they graduate during the university¡¯s spring commencement ceremony.

The commencement ceremony is scheduled begin at 10 a.m. and will be held at the Barnett Center. For the convenience of family, friends, and well-wishers unable to attend in person, the event will be streamed live on multiple platforms. Audiences can join the celebration via the Northern State University¡¯s Facebook page, the NSU Graduation and¡­

ABERDEEN, S.D. - Northern State University has named Dr. Kristi Bockorny as the next dean of the School of Business. Bockorny assumes this leadership position as Northern begins construction of its new Business and Health Innovation Center, which will greatly enhance opportunities for students in the School of Business.

Bockorny is currently an associate professor of management and director of the NSU Honors Program. She will begin her new position on June 22.

"Dr. Bockorny brings a wealth of experience to this new position, including 14 years of full-¡­

Saturday, April 27 is the Day of Champions, and Northern State University student-athletes will spend their day volunteering on various projects in the Aberdeen area, and perhaps find love? This was true in 2010 for a student-athlete alumni couple Mark and Kendra Hanley.

The Day of Champions holds an even greater meaning for Mark and Kendra. It was the foundation of their love story.

Fourteen years ago, a soccer player caught the eye of a football player. After both were assigned to volunteer at ¡°House of Hope,¡± Mark recalls scanning the group to see who all was there¡­

ABERDEEN, S.D. ¨C Northern State University has named Eric Kline to the position of chief enrollment management officer, a pivotal role that will shape the future of the institution and its students.

Kline is currently the director of the Northern Academy and an adjunct professor at Northern State University. He will officially begin his new position on June 1.

"Eric brings a wealth of administrative experience and dedication to student access and success," said Dr. Neal Schnoor, president of Northern State University. "He has demonstrated remarkable¡­

ABERDEEN, S.D. ¡ª Northern State University, working with CO-OP Architecture and Confluence, is excited to announce the completion of its updated campus master plan. The plan, developed from August 2022 to November 2023, shows the university's commitment to creating a dynamic and enriching environment for its students, faculty, staff, and the surrounding community.

The master planning process involved assessing the current campus, identifying priorities, and exploring new planning strategies. This approach helped Northern State University understand how to best use¡­

ABERDEEN, S.D. ¨C The Aberdeen University/Civic Symphony invites you to its 2023-24 season finale concert at 7:30 p.m. Apr. 20 at Northern State University¡¯s Johnson Fine Arts Center Jewett Theater. Additionally, a pre-concert conversation is scheduled for 6:45-7:15 p.m. in JFAC Berggren Recital Hall.

Christopher Stanichar, director of the Aberdeen University/Civic Symphony, will lead the orchestra. The show, titled ¡°Voices of Freedom,¡± features music by Florence Price and Dmitry Shostakovich, along with performances by student winners of this year¡¯s NSU Concerto/Aria¡­