Bemidji State University

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.

Nursing student Lucia Jackson finds purpose through perseverance and care

By Bemidji State University / July 11, 2025

Originally from Liberia, the Bemidji State University nursing major and her family relocated to Blaine in search of safety and opportunity. She transferred to BSU in the fall of 2024 and expects to graduate in May 2027.

Bemidji State University and NTC closed through June 25

By Bemidji State University / June 23, 2025

Bemidji State University and Northwest Technical College will remain closed through Wednesday, June 25, as both campuses continue to assess extensive storm damage and prepare for a safe and secure return to campus.

Bemidji State campus closed June 23 due to severe storms

By Bemidji State University / June 22, 2025

Bemidji State University and Northwest Technical College will be closed on Monday, June 23, to allow facilities crews on both campuses to continue damage assessments and cleanup as a result of this weekend’s storms.

Father-daughter duo pursue teaching degrees together at Bemidji State

By Bemidji State University / June 5, 2025

The two enrolled together in the DLiTE program, an online licensure pathway designed for rural and urban students who cannot attend a traditional campus-based program.

Bemidji State University celebrates graduating class of 2025

By Bemidji State University / May 9, 2025

Bemidji State University celebrated its graduating class of 2025 — which included its largest-ever class of 84 Native American graduates — during May 9 Commencement ceremonies.

Bemidji State freshman Chloe Kirkpatrick leading Team USA’s sled-hockey dynasty

By Bemidji State University / April 30, 2025

For Chloe Kirkpatrick, representing the U.S. on the international stage wasn’t a new experience. Nor was it her first gold medal — or her second. At age 18, Kirkpatrick now has three world titles to her name.

Bemidji State alumnus Robert Anderson to receive BSU’s 2025 Distinguished Minnesotan honor

By Bemidji State University / April 28, 2025

In recognition of his lifetime of service, Robert Anderson will receive Bemidji State University’s Distinguished Minnesotan award and will speak at the university’s 106th commencement ceremony on May 9.

Dr. Anton Treuer’s year of literary and galactic adventures

By Bemidji State University / April 16, 2025

How often do you find a person who embarked on an international book tour to promote his debut novel and contributed to a “Star Wars” movie, all in the same summer? Dr. Anton Treuer, professor of Ojibwe, did all of that and more during a whirlwind 2024.

Bemidji State faculty explore artificial intelligence to enhance teacher preparation and classroom learning

By Bemidji State University / March 24, 2025

Bemidji State University faculty are examining how artificial intelligence can improve teacher preparation, providing future educators with new tools to enhance classroom learning.