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The Minnesota Vikings launched on Lake Bemidji in 1961

By Bemidji Pioneer / July 11, 2020

The Minnesota Vikings began in Bemidji before anywhere else. From 1961-65, the new NFL franchise used Bemidji as its training camp home.

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BSU grad helps usher in new era of waste reduction

By Eric Sorenson / June 22, 2020

Bemidji State University alumna Aili Kultala ’19 is working hard to convince you to think twice before throwing household food scraps in the trash. Hailing from Stacy, Minn., Kultala works…

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Alumni & Foundation delivers care packages to Bemidji businesses

By Eric Sorenson / June 10, 2020

On June 10, the BSU Alumni & Foundation dropped care packages off to several local businesses in appreciation for all they do for BSU and the community. The bags included…

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How BSU Career Services can assist in a job search  

By Eric Sorenson / May 20, 2020

Although job hunting can be frustrating, confusing and difficult, Bemidji State University’s Career Services office offers a variety of tools to assist alumni experiencing career transitions. The primary mission of…

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Lwin supports BSU nursing graduates ready to fight COVID-19

By Eric Sorenson / May 15, 2020

A heartfelt gesture from one of Bemidji State’s committed young alumni has put future registered nurses from the BSU class of 2020 on the fast-track to making a difference in…

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Mardy ’72 and Lynn ’91, ’96 Karger

By Eric Sorenson / May 11, 2020

It’s a typical Wednesday morning and BSU’s Gillett Wellness Center is abuzz — students lifting weights, BSU staff running the track and working professionals swimming laps before work. Mardy ’72…

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Photos: Beaver Virtual 5K Walk/Run

By Eric Sorenson / May 4, 2020

Approximately 170 Bemidji State alumni, students, faculty/staff and supporters took part in the university’s inaugural Beaver Virtual 5K Walk/Run on May 2, 2020. Walkers, joggers and runners of all ages…

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Bemidji State plans its first-ever virtual 5K walk/run

By Eric Sorenson / April 27, 2020

  Bemidji State University is gearing up for its first-ever virtual 5K walk/run on Saturday, May 2. Use this opportunity to get active with your friends and family, win great…

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An interview with Maddy Kintner ’18, a front-line ER nurse

By Eric Sorenson / April 23, 2020

Mountain Iron, Minn. native Maddy Kinter ’18 is a registered nurse in the emergency department at M Health Fairview Northland Medical Center in Princeton, Minn. She has been working hard…

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Aaron Clafton ’15

By Eric Sorenson / April 17, 2020

From downtown Bemidji to the twang of Nashville, Sauk Rapids native Aaron Clafton ’15 is primed to make his mark on the country music scene. Having played piano and guitar…

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