Alumni in Action

Thompsons ride the fan bus in faithful and faith-filled support of Beaver Athletics

By Micah Friez / December 7, 2024

Former BSU student-athletes Derek and Alyssa Thompson got caught up in the excitement of Beaver Football’s historic playoff run, so they hopped on a fan bus to Mankato to watch BSU in the Division II national quarterfinals.

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Committed to connection, Dave Dahlen is the Bemidji State gift with a bow on top

By Micah Friez / November 27, 2024

The 1989 graduate has been eagerly invested in Bemidji State happenings since re-engaging with the university, and he’s found great fulfillment in doing so.

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New Beavers enshrined at 2024 Athletic Hall of Fame ceremony

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / November 4, 2024

Bemidji State University officially enshrined seven members at the induction ceremony in the Beaux Arts Ballroom during the annual Alumni B-Club/Athletic Hall of Fame Weekend.

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Cody Hendrickson, a loyal Wildcat and Tiger, got his start as a Beaver

By Micah Friez / October 28, 2024

Cody Hendrickson prides himself on assuming any role that’s needed of him. That attitude once landed him the Bucky the Beaver costume, and it has also now positioned him at the University of Arizona as the Wildcats’ new assistant athletic director of innovation and strategy.

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Honorary captain Cy Champa returns as a multi-sport alumnus and an advocate for future generations

By Stella Dolan / October 8, 2024

Cy Champa’s journey came full circle during the Homecoming football game on Sept. 28, when the 87-year-old was celebrated as the team’s honorary captain.

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Leader of the Pack: Sianneh Mulbah’s rise with Timberwolves and Lynx traces back to Bemidji State

By Micah Friez / August 31, 2024

Sianneh Mulbah is the chief people and inclusion officer for the Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx. And a big part of her story starts at Bemidji State.

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Coming full circle: BSU alumni relive memories as they welcome the next generation on move-in day

By Stella Dolan / August 22, 2024

Randy and Darcy Qual return to Bemidji State, reflecting on their own college days as they drop off their daughter, marking a heartfelt full-circle moment for their family.

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Krisi Fenner, embracing hurdles, and the joy of the first generation

By Micah Friez / August 20, 2024

Bemidji State supported its future vice president for finance and administration when she was a first-generation college student trying to find her spot in the world. Now, she’s giving back to students on the same journey.

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Destined for the diamond, Leah Daume finds a home behind home plate

By Micah Friez / August 15, 2024

Leah (Bowen) Daume wasn’t expecting to, but she found her calling between the chalk lines when she first suited up as a Division I softball umpire.

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Groundbreaking meteorite research positions Jim Karner as rare Beaver in Antarctica

By Stella Dolan / July 24, 2024

Dr. Jim Karner, a Bemidji State alumnus and a former men’s hockey player, has made groundbreaking advancements in meteorite research in Antarctica – all backed by his northern upbringing.

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