BSU Alumni & Foundation

Rick Herder ’77 retires after SMSU teaching career

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / January 11, 2024

Richard Herder retired in May 2023 from his faculty teaching position in the communications studies program at Southwest Minnesota State University.

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Fred Baker, champion of Bemidji State and American Indians, dies at 84

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / January 10, 2024

Bemidji State University is saddened to share that alumnus and longtime BSU supporter Frederick Baker died on Dec. 27 in Bismarck, N.D. He was 84.

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Inaugural ‘Battle of the Mascots’ initiative features Bucky-Jack showdown for new scholarship

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / January 9, 2024

We believe that mascots bring an irreplaceable flair to campus, driving up school spirit and university pride. That’s why we’re investing in it.

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Ruth Howe, a founder of Bemidji State women’s athletics, dies at 93

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / December 21, 2023

Bemidji State University is saddened to announce the passing of Dr. Ruth Howe, the last surviving founder of BSU women’s athletics, who died on Wednesday morning, Dec. 20. She was 93.

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Happy holidays from the BSU Alumni & Foundation!

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / December 21, 2023

We hope this holiday season brings you moments of peace, relaxation and connection with loved ones. May you begin the new year with renewed energy and enthusiasm for the exciting opportunities that lie ahead.

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Amanda Lembke ’09 named EDPA Designer of the Year

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / December 12, 2023

Amanda Lembke, a creative designer at Star Exhibits & Environments, was named the 2023 Designer of the Year by the Experiential Designers & Producers Association.

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Aaron Stefanich ’96 named North Dakota Librarian of the Year

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / November 28, 2023

Aaron Stefanich, the children’s services director at the Grand Forks Public Library, has been named the North Dakota Library Association’s 2023 Librarian of the Year.

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It’s Giving Tuesday! Here’s how to make a year-end charitable gift to Bemidji State

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / November 28, 2023

As the snow starts falling around campus, we’ve firmly entered into the season of giving. And today, on Giving Tuesday, you can take part in the annual holiday spirit by making a year-end donation to BSU.

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Beavers launch 3-Year/$150K Challenge to support Bemidji State Athletics

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / November 27, 2023

The Bemidji State University Alumni & Foundation has announced the launch of the 3-Year/$150K Giving Challenge for BSU Athletics. This is an ambitious drive with a singular goal in mind: to support our student-athletes and enhance their experience on and off the field.

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Shayna Holmes ’19 hired by St. Luke’s in Duluth

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / November 27, 2023

Shayna Holmes RN, BSN has been hired as a nurse injector by St. Luke’s Rejuvenation Center in Duluth.

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