Bemidji State University

Bemidji State University celebrates its graduating Class of 2026

By Bemidji State University / May 12, 2026

Bemidji State University celebrated its graduating class of 2026 during May 8 Commencement ceremonies at the Sanford Center.

School of Music’s Bemidji Choir and Chamber Singers spring tour begins

By Bemidji State University / March 25, 2026

Choir ensembles from Bemidji State University’s School of Music embark on a five-city spring tour on March 25, culminating with a March 29 home concert in Bemidji.

The sun is up, and Day of Giving 2026 has officially arrived!

By Bemidji State University / February 19, 2026

It’s a particularly important sunrise for us this morning because a new day means one thing: Today is officially Day of Giving!

New role for Dr. Joy Hoffman strengthens national higher education community

By Bemidji State University / January 29, 2026

In a new national leadership role with the American Association of State Colleges and Universities, Dr. Joy Hoffman is bringing her passion for community-building, leadership development and service to colleagues across the country.

Dr. Paul Brandvik, pillar of BSU choral music tradition, dies at age 88

By Bemidji State University / December 22, 2025

Dr. Paul A. Brandvik, professor emeritus of vocal music and director of choral programs at Bemidji State University from 1967–1998, died Dec. 16 at the age of 88.

New Outdoor Leadership Center aims to reinvigorate outdoor education at Bemidji State

By Bemidji State University / November 22, 2025

The center will help students explore, learn and connect through hands-on outdoor experiences. It also provides access to gear, resources and real-world training that brings BSU’s newly launched outdoor leadership certificate curriculum to life.

Enrollment increases at Bemidji State and Northwest Technical College this fall

By Bemidji State University / October 21, 2025

For the third consecutive year, fall enrollment at Bemidji State University and Northwest Technical College continues to climb, reflecting a commitment to expanding access and opportunities for a broad range of learners.

Advocate Arnold Dahl-Wooley brings resources Up North

By Bemidji State University / September 18, 2025

Bemidji State alumnus Arnold Dahl-Wooley was recently named BIPOC Leader of the Year by Twin Cities Pride. His mission has been focused on providing resources that he himself didn’t always have access to.

A novel discovery: Student researcher Bill Ketola discovers new bacteria-targeting virus

By Bemidji State University / September 12, 2025

Bemidji State senior Bill Ketola has discovered a bacteria-targeting virus that may someday help treat tuberculosis. And the breakthrough might not have ever happened if Ketola didn’t come to Bemidji.

Associate professor Mark Standing Eagle Baez leads groundbreaking work in Indigenous mental health

By Bemidji State University / September 9, 2025

Mark Standing Eagle Baez, an associate professor in Bemidji State University’s clinical and counseling psychology program, has developed culturally responsive approaches to mental health diagnosis and treatment that blend Western psychology with traditional Indigenous healing practices.