Alumni Networks

Make Your Mark

With over 50,000 alumni around the country and all over the globe, Bemidji State University alumni make incredible contributions to their communities each and every day.

Being involved in a BSU Alumni Network is a fantastic way to stay connected to your university and fellow alumni while making a positive impact on your community through service, networking and social events.

What Does an Alumni Network Do?

Bemidji State University's Alumni Networks foster a strong and engaged community among our graduates. It's about creating meaningful connections, providing opportunities for professional and personal development and supporting the university’s strategic goals. Alumni networks aim to cultivate a sense of pride and loyalty among graduates while contributing to the overall success and reputation of Bemidji State University.

Networks organize folks in a geographical region, a common interest group or a similar career field to carry out specific programs and projects that support the strategic plan of Bemidji State and the Alumni & Foundation.

Networks are charged with assisting BSU in recruiting students, funding scholarships, serving as university ambassadors and developing strong professional and social networks for fellow alumni.

Tiers and Benefits

Anyone can join our Alumni Networks! Our networks have three tiers, meaning you can join at the level that makes sense for you.

This complimentary membership welcomes you into the Alumni Network program. You’ll enjoy:

  • Opportunities to connect with fellow BSU alumni and friends.
  • Invitations to all Alumni Network events.
  • Access to the upcoming Alumni Network Shop.

Enhance your alumni experience with added perks, including:

  • One exclusive Alumni Network swag item.
  • Early access to the spring/summer BSU Magazine.
  • An annual scholarship will be awarded to a current student on behalf of you and the network.
  • Participate in an exclusive annual info session with the president of Bemidji State University and/or the executive director of the Alumni & Foundation.
  • Opportunities to connect with fellow BSU alumni and friends.
  • Invitations to all Alumni Network events.
  • Access to the upcoming Alumni Network Shop.

Get the ultimate Alumni Network experience with premium benefits:

  • Welcome package for new members (Alumni Network t-shirt, window cling and a BSU-branded mug) or an annual renewal gift.
  • A dedicated network spotlight in one edition of the BSU Magazine each year.
  • One free event pass per year to a paid Alumni Network event.
  • Ability to hold leadership positions within the network.
  • Early access to the spring/summer BSU Magazine.
  • An annual scholarship will be awarded to a current student on behalf of you and the network.
  • Participate in an exclusive annual info session with the president of Bemidji State University and/or the executive director of the Alumni & Foundation.
  • Invitations to all Alumni Network events.
  • Opportunities to connect with fellow BSU alumni and friends.
  • Access to the upcoming Alumni Network Shop.

How to Join

Our Arizona Network is live! Join here.

Patty Grabowski and Joe Grabowski attended Bemidji State's Arizona Network social on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Sun City West, Arizona. (Micah Friez / Bemidji State)
Marin Wilts laughs during an Arizona Network social on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Sun City West, Arizona. (Micah Friez / Bemidji State)
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Regional Networks

The Bemidji State University alumni networks connect alumni who live and work in various locations across the U.S. through networking, social events, group volunteer opportunities, watch parties and more.

Regional networks play a vital role in fostering connections, building community and promoting the spirit of BSU. They provide a sense of belonging and support for alumni, wherever they may be, and contribute to the continued success and growth of the university’s alumni network.

Here's a look at the networks we have up and running, as well as those soon coming. For more information or to get involved, email us at alumni@bemidjistate.edu.

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Arizona Network

This network is live! Fill out the form on this page to gain membership.

Northern Minnesota Network

This network is coming soon!

Southern Minnesota Network

This network is coming soon!

Seattle Network

This network is coming soon!

Florida Network

This network is coming soon!

Ron Leisey speaks about Art Lee's "University in the Pines" book during an Arizona Network social on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Sun City West, Arizona. (Micah Friez / Bemidji State)
Scott MacLeod, left, and Quinton Nienaber chat during an Arizona Network social on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Sun City West, Arizona. (Micah Friez / Bemidji State)
Linda Styrwoll speaks during an Arizona Network social on Friday, April 11, 2025, in Sun City West, Arizona. (Micah Friez / Bemidji State)