History in the Pines

The digital museum of Bemidji State University's archives, memories and lore

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History in the Pines

The digital museum of Bemidji State University's archives, memories and lore

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Welcome to History in the Pines

History in the Pines is the digital museum of Bemidji State University. It preserves and celebrates BSU's storied past, which proudly spans over 100 years and includes over 50,000 alumni.

From university archives to private collections, this database houses thousands of pieces of unique content – and is always expanding – allowing you to rediscover Bemidji State today.

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117 entries.
Ray Bird from Spokane, WA wrote on November 16, 2024 at 10:41 am
I have many fond memories of my years at Bemidji (70’s). Long cold dark winters, but we found creative solutions for staying warm and sunny. I’m retired now after teaching (32 years) in Idaho public schools. Thanks BSU, I couldn’t have done it without you.
I have many fond memories of my years at Bemidji (70’s). Long cold dark winters, but we found creative solutions for staying warm and sunny. I’m retired now after teaching (32 years) in Idaho public schools. Thanks BSU, I couldn’t have done it without you.... Collapse
Jan (Janet) Alm from West Lafayette, Indiana wrote on November 5, 2024 at 2:19 pm
Class of 1975. I'm always remembering BSC/BSU's beautiful campus and location!
Class of 1975. I'm always remembering BSC/BSU's beautiful campus and location!... Collapse
Tom Delano from Duxbury, Massachusetts wrote on August 19, 2024 at 1:24 pm
1973 BS in Ind. Tech and teaching degrees. Retired in 2013 after almost 40 years in educational publishing in Boston.
1973 BS in Ind. Tech and teaching degrees. Retired in 2013 after almost 40 years in educational publishing in Boston.... Collapse
Robert D. Lykins, Jr. from Hutto, Texas wrote on July 23, 2024 at 11:40 am
1962: Bachelor degrees in Social Studies and Business, 1970 Masters in Education from Bemidji State University. Retired in 2008 from Department of Defense Dependent Schools (DoDDS) as an Educational Specialist,
1962: Bachelor degrees in Social Studies and Business, 1970 Masters in Education from Bemidji State University. Retired in 2008 from Department of Defense Dependent Schools (DoDDS) as an Educational Specialist,... Collapse
Laura Gaines from Mahwah wrote on June 24, 2024 at 6:24 am
1919 was an important year. Women got the right to vote and Bemidji opened. Both affected my life to infinity.
1919 was an important year. Women got the right to vote and Bemidji opened. Both affected my life to infinity.... Collapse
Tamara Beckley from St Paul wrote on June 23, 2024 at 4:57 pm
BSU grad 1981. Art and Art History. What a great place it was when I was there!
BSU grad 1981. Art and Art History. What a great place it was when I was there!... Collapse
Eric Allen from Bemidji wrote on June 18, 2024 at 2:12 pm
Looking forward to reading all of the alumni stories from the upcoming “History in the Pines” project! Thanks for putting this together!
Looking forward to reading all of the alumni stories from the upcoming “History in the Pines” project! Thanks for putting this together!... Collapse
Dave Snetsinger from Mahnomen wrote on March 19, 2024 at 7:29 am
1971 - 75. Then graduated in 1988 in Sociology
1971 - 75. Then graduated in 1988 in Sociology... Collapse
John Utley from Vadnais Heights, MN wrote on March 6, 2024 at 9:15 pm
Class of 1972. Thanks to those who have made these materials available to us all.
Class of 1972. Thanks to those who have made these materials available to us all.... Collapse
Dick McIntire from Contoocook, NH wrote on February 25, 2024 at 8:55 am
Go Beavers!!!
Go Beavers!!!... Collapse
Tom Heaviland from Sandpoint Idaho wrote on February 18, 2024 at 3:47 pm
Go Beavers Men's & Women's Hockey Teams!
Go Beavers Men's & Women's Hockey Teams!... Collapse
Jim Walrath from Chippewa Falls, WI wrote on February 9, 2024 at 12:27 pm
Really a tour that you put together! Great memories. Very nice to see so many alumni dig into it. Those old beanie days are pretty special now. Class of '71.
Really a tour that you put together! Great memories. Very nice to see so many alumni dig into it. Those old beanie days are pretty special now. Class of '71.... Collapse
Evan Hulbert from Chatfield wrote on February 7, 2024 at 5:46 pm
Remember the winter of 1966? Snow over the clothesline poles in Westwood Trailer Court, which was our home for our stay in Bemidji. Good times. A good education. And we survived the COLD!
Remember the winter of 1966? Snow over the clothesline poles in Westwood Trailer Court, which was our home for our stay in Bemidji. Good times. A good education. And we survived the COLD!... Collapse
Tom Helmrich from Blaine wrote on February 7, 2024 at 4:36 pm
Class of 1973
Class of 1973... Collapse
Tom Hanson from Boulder, Colorado wrote on February 6, 2024 at 2:56 pm
1987 graduate from the Computer Science and Mathematics departments.
1987 graduate from the Computer Science and Mathematics departments.... Collapse
Larry Eells from Ramona, California wrote on February 2, 2024 at 6:25 pm
My entire family attended BSU. Sister Patricia first, class of 1975, then father Elmer, mother Barbara, sisters Cynthia and Linda, and myself, Larry, transferred from St. Cloud in 1973/74. Five degrees between us plus wife Jeanne, class of 1978
My entire family attended BSU. Sister Patricia first, class of 1975, then father Elmer, mother Barbara, sisters Cynthia and Linda, and myself, Larry, transferred from St. Cloud in 1973/74. Five degrees between us plus wife Jeanne, class of 1978... Collapse
Linda D Young from Sulphur Springs, TX wrote on February 1, 2024 at 3:25 pm
Graduated 1968 with majors in Business & Psychology. Great memories of BSU! Would love to visit the campus again.
Graduated 1968 with majors in Business & Psychology. Great memories of BSU! Would love to visit the campus again.... Collapse
Janice Johnson from Brainerd, MN wrote on January 31, 2024 at 9:09 pm
Class of '81. Mathematics BS Taught 34 years at Crosby-Ironton
Class of '81. Mathematics BS Taught 34 years at Crosby-Ironton... Collapse
Bill Lindberg from Cambridge wrote on January 31, 2024 at 10:15 am
Graduated 1969
Graduated 1969... Collapse
Dale Carlson from Fargo, ND wrote on January 31, 2024 at 9:54 am
We spent 58 years in Worthington, MN but moved a few months ago to Fargo, ND. We are now in the same community as one of our children. Looking forward to better keeping up with Bemidji State.
We spent 58 years in Worthington, MN but moved a few months ago to Fargo, ND. We are now in the same community as one of our children. Looking forward to better keeping up with Bemidji State.... Collapse
Todd Fuechtmann from Circle Pines wrote on January 30, 2024 at 9:11 pm
Graduated 1983
Graduated 1983... Collapse
Thadis Hague from River Falls, WI wrote on January 30, 2024 at 9:30 am
Interesting.
Interesting.... Collapse
Suzy Langhout from Bemidji wrote on January 29, 2024 at 3:17 pm
So excited to wander through this site! Thanks so much for doing this!
So excited to wander through this site! Thanks so much for doing this!... Collapse
Michael Field from Lady Lake, FL32162 wrote on January 29, 2024 at 1:18 pm
I enjoyed my digital visit.
I enjoyed my digital visit.... Collapse
Greg Solberg from Boonsboro MD wrote on January 28, 2024 at 11:29 am
I received my BS in Industrial Arts Education from BSU in 1983. Glad to see this publicly available history!
I received my BS in Industrial Arts Education from BSU in 1983. Glad to see this publicly available history!... Collapse
Lisa Ketola from New Brighton,MN wrote on January 27, 2024 at 10:48 pm
What a great project! Thanks for doing this especially the photos! Lisa Ketola Mother of a present student Bill Ketola
What a great project! Thanks for doing this especially the photos! Lisa Ketola Mother of a present student Bill Ketola... Collapse
Patrick B Petersen from Waconia wrote on January 27, 2024 at 4:19 pm
Class of 1980. Communications Media honors graduate
Class of 1980. Communications Media honors graduate... Collapse
Johannas Asmussen from Spearfish, SD wrote on January 27, 2024 at 2:58 pm
What a wonderful idea! I look forward to wandering through the exhibits and readings the stories, meeting old friends and finding new ones. As a teacher and Professor of Education at BSU for over 40 years I will be excited to relive memories.
What a wonderful idea! I look forward to wandering through the exhibits and readings the stories, meeting old friends and finding new ones. As a teacher and Professor of Education at BSU for over 40 years I will be excited to relive memories.... Collapse
Hondo from Bemidji wrote on January 27, 2024 at 2:37 pm
Can't wait to look around!
Can't wait to look around!... Collapse
David Parnow from Anchorage wrote on January 27, 2024 at 12:30 pm
This is interesting. class of 67. Met my wife Dianne Arvidson there and 56 later still going strong. Lived in Alaska going on 53 years.
This is interesting. class of 67. Met my wife Dianne Arvidson there and 56 later still going strong. Lived in Alaska going on 53 years.... Collapse
Elise ‘Souders’ Durbin from Minnetonka wrote on January 27, 2024 at 11:58 am
Class of 2001. Can’t wait to see more!
Class of 2001. Can’t wait to see more!... Collapse
Stacey Evans from Milwaukee wrote on January 27, 2024 at 4:49 am
Congratulations on the launch! My name is Mr.Stacey Evans, and I attended BSU from the fall of 1988-91 of Spring. I never finished my undergrad there, but am a Beaver for life..please add me to your archives list, thank you!
Congratulations on the launch! My name is Mr.Stacey Evans, and I attended BSU from the fall of 1988-91 of Spring. I never finished my undergrad there, but am a Beaver for life..please add me to your archives list, thank you!... Collapse
Robert Ostman from Gurnee Illinois wrote on January 26, 2024 at 9:42 pm
Class of 1968
Class of 1968... Collapse
Sabitha from Chesapeake wrote on January 26, 2024 at 7:47 pm
This is great! Wonderful memories and the place I called home for 3.5 years. Class of '93.
This is great! Wonderful memories and the place I called home for 3.5 years. Class of '93.... Collapse
JOYCE Yvonne DUDLEY from Cohasset wrote on January 26, 2024 at 4:59 pm
Class of '61.
Class of '61.... Collapse
Ethan Wade from Owatonna, MN wrote on January 26, 2024 at 4:01 pm
Class of 2021. Spent much of my time occupying the library and Linden Hall as ResLife staff. Great to see this archive of history come out into the light for all to see!
Class of 2021. Spent much of my time occupying the library and Linden Hall as ResLife staff. Great to see this archive of history come out into the light for all to see!... Collapse
Roger Rasmussen from Maplewood wrote on January 26, 2024 at 2:34 pm
Retired after 24 years of service to BSU, wife Dixie earned BA,BS, MS degrees, daughter Amy BA &BS, we established the Dr. Roger, Dixie, and Amy Rasmussen Education Scholarship for Student Teachers. 100 years of teaching.
Retired after 24 years of service to BSU, wife Dixie earned BA,BS, MS degrees, daughter Amy BA &BS, we established the Dr. Roger, Dixie, and Amy Rasmussen Education Scholarship for Student Teachers. 100 years of teaching.... Collapse
Robert Lykins from Hutto, Texas wrote on January 26, 2024 at 1:58 pm
Formally of Bagley and Cloquet MN. Bachlors in 1962 and Masters in 1970. HS Teacher Dunseith, ND and Cloquet,MN. Administrator DODDS in Asia and Europe 1974-2008.
Formally of Bagley and Cloquet MN. Bachlors in 1962 and Masters in 1970. HS Teacher Dunseith, ND and Cloquet,MN. Administrator DODDS in Asia and Europe 1974-2008.... Collapse
Marah Studniski from Princeton wrote on January 26, 2024 at 10:46 am
Looking forward to browsing this site!
Looking forward to browsing this site!... Collapse
John Mitchell from Arlington Heights, Illinois wrote on January 26, 2024 at 10:32 am
I worked with Don Stubbins as the school photographer in 1960s and wonder if any of the photos I took are still in the archives. Had a good time in that sub-basement photo lab and helped many other students learning photography.
I worked with Don Stubbins as the school photographer in 1960s and wonder if any of the photos I took are still in the archives. Had a good time in that sub-basement photo lab and helped many other students learning photography.... Collapse
Duane Sperl from Puyallup washington wrote on January 26, 2024 at 9:48 am
Met my wife Celeste Jacobson at BSC 57 years ago..Thank you BSC.!!!
Met my wife Celeste Jacobson at BSC 57 years ago..Thank you BSC.!!!... Collapse
Alysha Beaulieu from Redlake wrote on January 26, 2024 at 9:29 am
This is awesome seeing the past photos of Bemidji State. Well put together. Thanks for sharing! Class of 2022
This is awesome seeing the past photos of Bemidji State. Well put together. Thanks for sharing! Class of 2022... Collapse
Kari 'Norheim' Campbell from Alexandria, MN wrote on January 26, 2024 at 8:58 am
So cool to be able to look back at some of the best years of my life. Spent 4 years there and made Bangsberg my home as a vocal performance major!
So cool to be able to look back at some of the best years of my life. Spent 4 years there and made Bangsberg my home as a vocal performance major!... Collapse
Dick Vaerst from Forest Lake MN wrote on January 26, 2024 at 8:36 am
Great school and tons of fond memories. The campus looks a little different today than it did in 1960.
Great school and tons of fond memories. The campus looks a little different today than it did in 1960.... Collapse
Claire E Babich from Potsdam, NY wrote on January 26, 2024 at 8:12 am
BSU Class of 1999 As a native Northern NYer, Bemidji was the perfect place for me. On the water, surrounded by forests, amazing friends made, fantastic education. I miss my days at BSU and look forward to visiting in person one of these days.
BSU Class of 1999 As a native Northern NYer, Bemidji was the perfect place for me. On the water, surrounded by forests, amazing friends made, fantastic education. I miss my days at BSU and look forward to visiting in person one of these days.... Collapse
Roy Wai Keung Chow from Hong Kong wrote on January 26, 2024 at 2:57 am
So glad to visit. Would like to read more of it in future. Graduate in 1992
So glad to visit. Would like to read more of it in future. Graduate in 1992... Collapse
Lois J Jenkins from Bemidji wrote on January 26, 2024 at 1:28 am
Excited to see clubs and organizations
Excited to see clubs and organizations... Collapse
ETHAN KLUG from Bemidji wrote on January 25, 2024 at 11:02 pm
Ethan
Ethan... Collapse
Carlos T trejo from Milpitas wrote on January 25, 2024 at 10:53 pm
Great memories from BSU, and made great friends whom I still contact even after 40 years. Two of my favorite jobs ever: Music Camp Counselor for 3 years and Campus Security Officer for 3. Awesome college experience. Would not change it for anything
Great memories from BSU, and made great friends whom I still contact even after 40 years. Two of my favorite jobs ever: Music Camp Counselor for 3 years and Campus Security Officer for 3. Awesome college experience. Would not change it for anything... Collapse
Shirley Lee from Lynden WA wrote on January 25, 2024 at 10:24 pm
Class of 1983
Class of 1983... Collapse
Jana (Gearman) Skradski from Colorado wrote on January 25, 2024 at 10:22 pm
Class of 1972. Lived across the street from BSU where my dad was a Music professor for 30 years. Will be fun to look through this “History in the Pines”.
Class of 1972. Lived across the street from BSU where my dad was a Music professor for 30 years. Will be fun to look through this “History in the Pines”.... Collapse
Bill Schmitz from Adams MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 9:03 pm
1990 Grad Great Idea👍
1990 Grad Great Idea👍... Collapse
Dale Erickson from Rochester wrote on January 25, 2024 at 8:05 pm
class of 1987. BSU was just the school for me. I made a lot of good friends. an got a good education in Computer Science that I'm still using today.
class of 1987. BSU was just the school for me. I made a lot of good friends. an got a good education in Computer Science that I'm still using today.... Collapse
Patty Syvertsen from New Haven, CT be 68 wrote on January 25, 2024 at 7:29 pm
68 was a great year to graduate!
68 was a great year to graduate!... Collapse
JoAnne from Grand Junction wrote on January 25, 2024 at 7:27 pm
Excited to take a trip through time.
Excited to take a trip through time.... Collapse
John Terry Bergum from Hibbing Mn wrote on January 25, 2024 at 7:12 pm
Grad class 1972.
Grad class 1972.... Collapse
Mary McReynolds-Pellinen from Virginia, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 6:50 pm
Thanks for sharing this!
Thanks for sharing this!... Collapse
John Schonnesen from Monticello wrote on January 25, 2024 at 6:20 pm
Hello
Hello... Collapse
Mike Spry from Nevis wrote on January 25, 2024 at 6:17 pm
Looking forward to exploring!
Looking forward to exploring!... Collapse
Amanda Renbarger from Bemidji wrote on January 25, 2024 at 6:06 pm
Excited to learn about BSU’s past and proud to see traditions carry on—as well as new ones made.
Excited to learn about BSU’s past and proud to see traditions carry on—as well as new ones made.... Collapse
Rick Nelson from Bismarck, ND wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:57 pm
Love “History in the Pines.” Brings back great memories of my time at Bemidji State.
Love “History in the Pines.” Brings back great memories of my time at Bemidji State.... Collapse
Joshua Knieff from Minneapolis, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:45 pm
I loved being in Bemidji, and hopefully get to visit again soon!
I loved being in Bemidji, and hopefully get to visit again soon!... Collapse
Anne Reitter Wolf from Clermont, Florida wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:44 pm
Class of '74. This is a stellar idea!
Class of '74. This is a stellar idea!... Collapse
Jeff. Wendt from Arden Hills wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:42 pm
Going to enjoy reading and seeing the history of BEMIDJI and the pines.
Going to enjoy reading and seeing the history of BEMIDJI and the pines.... Collapse
Cherryl A Peterson from Sabillasville, MD wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:38 pm
Class if 1986, co captain Softball team 1986
Class if 1986, co captain Softball team 1986... Collapse
Rick Roline from Littleton wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:24 pm
Great video and brings back so many memories! Thanks!
Great video and brings back so many memories! Thanks!... Collapse
Jim Jamnick from Spring Hill, FL wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:24 pm
Great idea. Loved those college years.
Great idea. Loved those college years.... Collapse
David Gregory from Cass lake wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:08 pm
Great stuff
Great stuff... Collapse
Scott Carlson from Denver Colorado wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:04 pm
A big hello from the Rockies. Proud to be a graduate of BSU with some great memories and some wonderful friends.
A big hello from the Rockies. Proud to be a graduate of BSU with some great memories and some wonderful friends.... Collapse
Travis Ricks from Bemidji, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:01 pm
GREAT JOB!
GREAT JOB!... Collapse
Patrick J. Sutlief from Browerville wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:51 pm
Class of 1993
Class of 1993... Collapse
Darlene Hodge from Angora. MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:47 pm
Two of my favorite words: History and museum.
Two of my favorite words: History and museum.... Collapse
Brandan Fiedler from Chisholm, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:43 pm
Bemidji State University is a good school for anyone who wants to major in business administration. Instructors have knowledge of the business field.
Bemidji State University is a good school for anyone who wants to major in business administration. Instructors have knowledge of the business field.... Collapse
Dennis Chandler from Vermillion, SD wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:40 pm
1971
1971... Collapse
Lance Craig Hakala from Silver Bay, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:39 pm
Some of the best years of my life were at BSU.
Some of the best years of my life were at BSU.... Collapse
Steve Wickstrom aka fuzz from Shoreview wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:33 pm
Some great years met my wife Jan ainley
Some great years met my wife Jan ainley... Collapse
Amanda Wallestad from Big Lake wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:29 pm
Thanks for sharing, this is great!
Thanks for sharing, this is great!... Collapse
Emanuel D Clarke from Washington DC wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:15 pm
I saw a lot of memories in these photographs from my time at BSU. Some of these photos brought back memories indeed. Thanks for sharing! Emanuel Clarke '2011
I saw a lot of memories in these photographs from my time at BSU. Some of these photos brought back memories indeed. Thanks for sharing! Emanuel Clarke '2011... Collapse
Elizabeth Runyan Cecich from Crown point, Indiana wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:15 pm
A 1982 graduate.. played for the BSU women’s basketball as Captain under coach Joan Campbell!! Great memories!! Physical Education / Health major w Adaptive PE.. met my husband David Cecich .. Captain of men’s basketball team!!
A 1982 graduate.. played for the BSU women’s basketball as Captain under coach Joan Campbell!! Great memories!! Physical Education / Health major w Adaptive PE.. met my husband David Cecich .. Captain of men’s basketball team!!... Collapse
Tom Helmrich from Blaine wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:15 pm
Moved from New York City to attend BSU. I loved the college and the area as it was quite a bit different from NYC. Graduated in 1973.
Moved from New York City to attend BSU. I loved the college and the area as it was quite a bit different from NYC. Graduated in 1973.... Collapse
Mary Guardipee from Puposky, Mn wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:09 pm
I wish there were "likes" on here because I enjoyed the photos especially! Thanks!
I wish there were "likes" on here because I enjoyed the photos especially! Thanks!... Collapse
Darlene Beck (Severson) from Auburn, Washington (formerly Gary, Minnesota) wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:02 pm
Class of 1978. Hello fellow classmates! Really enjoyed my 4 years at Bemidji!
Class of 1978. Hello fellow classmates! Really enjoyed my 4 years at Bemidji!... Collapse
Bob Dettmer from The Villages wrote on January 25, 2024 at 3:50 pm
Alumni 1969-1973. Great memories that prepared me for my 34 years teaching and coaching career. Wrestled for Coach Chet Anderson. We had some great teams during Coach Anderson's years as head coach.
Alumni 1969-1973. Great memories that prepared me for my 34 years teaching and coaching career. Wrestled for Coach Chet Anderson. We had some great teams during Coach Anderson's years as head coach.... Collapse
Steve Savageau from Duluth, Minnesota wrote on January 25, 2024 at 3:47 pm
I still cherish my time at Bemidji State
I still cherish my time at Bemidji State... Collapse
Patti Haasch from Bemidji wrote on January 25, 2024 at 3:32 pm
This is a GREAT way for folks to see the History of BSU! I look forward to more things being added to it.
This is a GREAT way for folks to see the History of BSU! I look forward to more things being added to it.... Collapse
Judy Goche Wagner from Ave Maria, Florida wrote on January 25, 2024 at 3:00 pm
Digital museum- History in the Pines. A great start, can only imagine how this will grow. 1962 grad.
Digital museum- History in the Pines. A great start, can only imagine how this will grow. 1962 grad.... Collapse
Tony Mayer from Lino Lakes, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:49 pm
2003 graduate
2003 graduate... Collapse
Alan Murdoch from Ames, Iowa wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:28 pm
It was a great experience attending Bemidji State from 1967 - 1969. Many great memories !
It was a great experience attending Bemidji State from 1967 - 1969. Many great memories !... Collapse
Vince Accardo from Dallas, Ft. Worth wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:28 pm
Great memories of the years spent at Bemidji State....Nice job on the production!
Great memories of the years spent at Bemidji State....Nice job on the production!... Collapse
Paul Hetland from Brainerd wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:27 pm
I graduated in 1995. My greatest achievement wasn’t earning a degree, but my service to BSU. Beginning with hall council to student senate to being the student president - my service was my proudest contribution to BSU. One pic of me would be nice.
I graduated in 1995. My greatest achievement wasn’t earning a degree, but my service to BSU. Beginning with hall council to student senate to being the student president - my service was my proudest contribution to BSU. One pic of me would be nice.... Collapse
matt amundson from hendricks, mn wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:24 pm
hard to believe it has been 44 yrs ago when we left there. thanks
hard to believe it has been 44 yrs ago when we left there. thanks... Collapse
Rachel Kultala from Bemidji, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:23 pm
Way to go, Bemidji State! Kudos to John Swartz and Colleen Deel especially for keeping such great records and detailing BSU's history so thoroughly.
Way to go, Bemidji State! Kudos to John Swartz and Colleen Deel especially for keeping such great records and detailing BSU's history so thoroughly.... Collapse
Rollie Davidson from Hastings mn wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:19 pm
Went to BSU in early 80s. Loved my time there. Fantastic community and the school is amazing. Go Beavs!
Went to BSU in early 80s. Loved my time there. Fantastic community and the school is amazing. Go Beavs!... Collapse
Joe Fischer from Eagan wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:18 pm
79-83 One of the best decisions I ever made. Great education at a reasonable price. People I met at BSU are now some of my life-long friends!
79-83 One of the best decisions I ever made. Great education at a reasonable price. People I met at BSU are now some of my life-long friends!... Collapse
Mike Mouw from Owatonna wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:15 pm
Class of '95. Go beavers!
Class of '95. Go beavers!... Collapse
Mark Hagemeyer from Duluth, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:13 pm
This is great! Thanks for sharing.
This is great! Thanks for sharing.... Collapse
Kristopher Franzen from Bakersfield wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:05 pm
Great site!
Great site!... Collapse
Caleb Travis from Pine River MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 1:24 pm
What a great website!
What a great website!... Collapse
Lisa Vind from Bemidji wrote on January 25, 2024 at 1:07 pm
Love the video! Great way to promote BSU.
Love the video! Great way to promote BSU.... Collapse
Kim Fisher from Bemidji, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 12:59 pm
2012 graduate, can’t wait to look through the archives!
2012 graduate, can’t wait to look through the archives!... Collapse
Dean Thilgen from Wodbury wrote on January 25, 2024 at 12:03 pm
Hello friends from the '80s.
Hello friends from the '80s.... Collapse
Rich Jahner from Surprise, AZ wrote on January 19, 2024 at 3:36 pm
BSU will always be my favorite college team and holds a special place in my heart after coaching the Beavers and teaching for 25 years
BSU will always be my favorite college team and holds a special place in my heart after coaching the Beavers and teaching for 25 years... Collapse
Brian Leonhardt from Blaine wrote on January 18, 2024 at 5:08 pm
Bemidji State University was pivotal in shaping my career. Its unique environment and quality education not only equipped me with skills but also provided lasting memories. Forever grateful for the BSU experience.
Bemidji State University was pivotal in shaping my career. Its unique environment and quality education not only equipped me with skills but also provided lasting memories. Forever grateful for the BSU experience.... Collapse
John Boysen Glas from Moorhead, MN wrote on January 18, 2024 at 2:05 pm
Growing up across the street from BSU, and watching the campus evolve from 1939, when our family arrived in Bemidji to the present, I have lots of memories! John (Boysen)Glas
Growing up across the street from BSU, and watching the campus evolve from 1939, when our family arrived in Bemidji to the present, I have lots of memories! John (Boysen)Glas... Collapse
Doug Fredrickson from St Cloud wrote on January 17, 2024 at 2:58 pm
Good idea. Easy to imagine the growth this platform could achieve. This will be fun to watch as students and alumni continue to contribute.
Good idea. Easy to imagine the growth this platform could achieve. This will be fun to watch as students and alumni continue to contribute.... Collapse
Professor Gene C. Ness from Tampa, Florida wrote on January 17, 2024 at 2:13 pm
I am retired now from a highly productive career of Teaching and Research In Biochemisty and Molecular Biology. I have traveled a lot to give talks and to see the world as a bonus. Gene Ness
I am retired now from a highly productive career of Teaching and Research In Biochemisty and Molecular Biology. I have traveled a lot to give talks and to see the world as a bonus. Gene Ness... Collapse
Rich Glas from Nevis, MN wrote on January 17, 2024 at 1:14 pm
I am positive my dad, John Glas, would love and appreciate all the work that has to have been put into the making of the History in the Pines. Thank you for your efforts! Rich Glas
I am positive my dad, John Glas, would love and appreciate all the work that has to have been put into the making of the History in the Pines. Thank you for your efforts! Rich Glas... Collapse
Mark Buschena from Bismarck wrote on January 17, 2024 at 10:18 am
Very nice. A lot of good memories!
Very nice. A lot of good memories!... Collapse
Paul Dashkewytch from Radium Hot Springs (British Columbia) Zihuatanejo (MX) wrote on January 17, 2024 at 7:55 am
Wow what a great initiative I look forward to exploring the archives and staying connected to BSU !
Wow what a great initiative I look forward to exploring the archives and staying connected to BSU !... Collapse
Mike Maher from Fredericksburg Virginia wrote on January 16, 2024 at 9:35 pm
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Bruce Falk from Salol, Minn wrote on January 16, 2024 at 7:50 pm
Glad to be able to watch this presentation of History in the Pines.
Glad to be able to watch this presentation of History in the Pines.... Collapse
Dave Thomas from Bemidji wrote on January 16, 2024 at 7:07 pm
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Kent Porter from Bemidji wrote on January 16, 2024 at 4:26 pm
1992
1992... Collapse
Tom Moberg from Oro Valley, AZ wrote on January 16, 2024 at 4:26 pm
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Dave Gregory from Cass Lake wrote on January 16, 2024 at 4:20 pm
Transition from Teachers College to State University
Transition from Teachers College to State University... Collapse
Aspen Easterling from Bemidji wrote on January 16, 2024 at 4:07 pm
What a wonderful idea!
What a wonderful idea!... Collapse
Micah Friez from Bemidji, MN wrote on January 16, 2024 at 12:00 pm
Welcome to History in the Pines! Thank you for stopping by to explore all things Bemidji State University.
Welcome to History in the Pines! Thank you for stopping by to explore all things Bemidji State University.... Collapse

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117 entries.
Ray Bird from Spokane, WA wrote on November 16, 2024 at 10:41 am
I have many fond memories of my years at Bemidji (70’s). Long cold dark winters, but we found creative solutions for staying warm and sunny. I’m retired now after teaching (32 years) in Idaho public schools. Thanks BSU, I couldn’t have done it without you.
I have many fond memories of my years at Bemidji (70’s). Long cold dark winters, but we found creative solutions for staying warm and sunny. I’m retired now after teaching (32 years) in Idaho public schools. Thanks BSU, I couldn’t have done it without you.... Collapse
Jan (Janet) Alm from West Lafayette, Indiana wrote on November 5, 2024 at 2:19 pm
Class of 1975. I'm always remembering BSC/BSU's beautiful campus and location!
Class of 1975. I'm always remembering BSC/BSU's beautiful campus and location!... Collapse
Tom Delano from Duxbury, Massachusetts wrote on August 19, 2024 at 1:24 pm
1973 BS in Ind. Tech and teaching degrees. Retired in 2013 after almost 40 years in educational publishing in Boston.
1973 BS in Ind. Tech and teaching degrees. Retired in 2013 after almost 40 years in educational publishing in Boston.... Collapse
Robert D. Lykins, Jr. from Hutto, Texas wrote on July 23, 2024 at 11:40 am
1962: Bachelor degrees in Social Studies and Business, 1970 Masters in Education from Bemidji State University. Retired in 2008 from Department of Defense Dependent Schools (DoDDS) as an Educational Specialist,
1962: Bachelor degrees in Social Studies and Business, 1970 Masters in Education from Bemidji State University. Retired in 2008 from Department of Defense Dependent Schools (DoDDS) as an Educational Specialist,... Collapse
Laura Gaines from Mahwah wrote on June 24, 2024 at 6:24 am
1919 was an important year. Women got the right to vote and Bemidji opened. Both affected my life to infinity.
1919 was an important year. Women got the right to vote and Bemidji opened. Both affected my life to infinity.... Collapse
Tamara Beckley from St Paul wrote on June 23, 2024 at 4:57 pm
BSU grad 1981. Art and Art History. What a great place it was when I was there!
BSU grad 1981. Art and Art History. What a great place it was when I was there!... Collapse
Eric Allen from Bemidji wrote on June 18, 2024 at 2:12 pm
Looking forward to reading all of the alumni stories from the upcoming “History in the Pines” project! Thanks for putting this together!
Looking forward to reading all of the alumni stories from the upcoming “History in the Pines” project! Thanks for putting this together!... Collapse
Dave Snetsinger from Mahnomen wrote on March 19, 2024 at 7:29 am
1971 - 75. Then graduated in 1988 in Sociology
1971 - 75. Then graduated in 1988 in Sociology... Collapse
John Utley from Vadnais Heights, MN wrote on March 6, 2024 at 9:15 pm
Class of 1972. Thanks to those who have made these materials available to us all.
Class of 1972. Thanks to those who have made these materials available to us all.... Collapse
Dick McIntire from Contoocook, NH wrote on February 25, 2024 at 8:55 am
Go Beavers!!!
Go Beavers!!!... Collapse
Tom Heaviland from Sandpoint Idaho wrote on February 18, 2024 at 3:47 pm
Go Beavers Men's & Women's Hockey Teams!
Go Beavers Men's & Women's Hockey Teams!... Collapse
Jim Walrath from Chippewa Falls, WI wrote on February 9, 2024 at 12:27 pm
Really a tour that you put together! Great memories. Very nice to see so many alumni dig into it. Those old beanie days are pretty special now. Class of '71.
Really a tour that you put together! Great memories. Very nice to see so many alumni dig into it. Those old beanie days are pretty special now. Class of '71.... Collapse
Evan Hulbert from Chatfield wrote on February 7, 2024 at 5:46 pm
Remember the winter of 1966? Snow over the clothesline poles in Westwood Trailer Court, which was our home for our stay in Bemidji. Good times. A good education. And we survived the COLD!
Remember the winter of 1966? Snow over the clothesline poles in Westwood Trailer Court, which was our home for our stay in Bemidji. Good times. A good education. And we survived the COLD!... Collapse
Tom Helmrich from Blaine wrote on February 7, 2024 at 4:36 pm
Class of 1973
Class of 1973... Collapse
Tom Hanson from Boulder, Colorado wrote on February 6, 2024 at 2:56 pm
1987 graduate from the Computer Science and Mathematics departments.
1987 graduate from the Computer Science and Mathematics departments.... Collapse
Larry Eells from Ramona, California wrote on February 2, 2024 at 6:25 pm
My entire family attended BSU. Sister Patricia first, class of 1975, then father Elmer, mother Barbara, sisters Cynthia and Linda, and myself, Larry, transferred from St. Cloud in 1973/74. Five degrees between us plus wife Jeanne, class of 1978
My entire family attended BSU. Sister Patricia first, class of 1975, then father Elmer, mother Barbara, sisters Cynthia and Linda, and myself, Larry, transferred from St. Cloud in 1973/74. Five degrees between us plus wife Jeanne, class of 1978... Collapse
Linda D Young from Sulphur Springs, TX wrote on February 1, 2024 at 3:25 pm
Graduated 1968 with majors in Business & Psychology. Great memories of BSU! Would love to visit the campus again.
Graduated 1968 with majors in Business & Psychology. Great memories of BSU! Would love to visit the campus again.... Collapse
Janice Johnson from Brainerd, MN wrote on January 31, 2024 at 9:09 pm
Class of '81. Mathematics BS Taught 34 years at Crosby-Ironton
Class of '81. Mathematics BS Taught 34 years at Crosby-Ironton... Collapse
Bill Lindberg from Cambridge wrote on January 31, 2024 at 10:15 am
Graduated 1969
Graduated 1969... Collapse
Dale Carlson from Fargo, ND wrote on January 31, 2024 at 9:54 am
We spent 58 years in Worthington, MN but moved a few months ago to Fargo, ND. We are now in the same community as one of our children. Looking forward to better keeping up with Bemidji State.
We spent 58 years in Worthington, MN but moved a few months ago to Fargo, ND. We are now in the same community as one of our children. Looking forward to better keeping up with Bemidji State.... Collapse
Todd Fuechtmann from Circle Pines wrote on January 30, 2024 at 9:11 pm
Graduated 1983
Graduated 1983... Collapse
Thadis Hague from River Falls, WI wrote on January 30, 2024 at 9:30 am
Interesting.
Interesting.... Collapse
Suzy Langhout from Bemidji wrote on January 29, 2024 at 3:17 pm
So excited to wander through this site! Thanks so much for doing this!
So excited to wander through this site! Thanks so much for doing this!... Collapse
Michael Field from Lady Lake, FL32162 wrote on January 29, 2024 at 1:18 pm
I enjoyed my digital visit.
I enjoyed my digital visit.... Collapse
Greg Solberg from Boonsboro MD wrote on January 28, 2024 at 11:29 am
I received my BS in Industrial Arts Education from BSU in 1983. Glad to see this publicly available history!
I received my BS in Industrial Arts Education from BSU in 1983. Glad to see this publicly available history!... Collapse
Lisa Ketola from New Brighton,MN wrote on January 27, 2024 at 10:48 pm
What a great project! Thanks for doing this especially the photos! Lisa Ketola Mother of a present student Bill Ketola
What a great project! Thanks for doing this especially the photos! Lisa Ketola Mother of a present student Bill Ketola... Collapse
Patrick B Petersen from Waconia wrote on January 27, 2024 at 4:19 pm
Class of 1980. Communications Media honors graduate
Class of 1980. Communications Media honors graduate... Collapse
Johannas Asmussen from Spearfish, SD wrote on January 27, 2024 at 2:58 pm
What a wonderful idea! I look forward to wandering through the exhibits and readings the stories, meeting old friends and finding new ones. As a teacher and Professor of Education at BSU for over 40 years I will be excited to relive memories.
What a wonderful idea! I look forward to wandering through the exhibits and readings the stories, meeting old friends and finding new ones. As a teacher and Professor of Education at BSU for over 40 years I will be excited to relive memories.... Collapse
Hondo from Bemidji wrote on January 27, 2024 at 2:37 pm
Can't wait to look around!
Can't wait to look around!... Collapse
David Parnow from Anchorage wrote on January 27, 2024 at 12:30 pm
This is interesting. class of 67. Met my wife Dianne Arvidson there and 56 later still going strong. Lived in Alaska going on 53 years.
This is interesting. class of 67. Met my wife Dianne Arvidson there and 56 later still going strong. Lived in Alaska going on 53 years.... Collapse
Elise ‘Souders’ Durbin from Minnetonka wrote on January 27, 2024 at 11:58 am
Class of 2001. Can’t wait to see more!
Class of 2001. Can’t wait to see more!... Collapse
Stacey Evans from Milwaukee wrote on January 27, 2024 at 4:49 am
Congratulations on the launch! My name is Mr.Stacey Evans, and I attended BSU from the fall of 1988-91 of Spring. I never finished my undergrad there, but am a Beaver for life..please add me to your archives list, thank you!
Congratulations on the launch! My name is Mr.Stacey Evans, and I attended BSU from the fall of 1988-91 of Spring. I never finished my undergrad there, but am a Beaver for life..please add me to your archives list, thank you!... Collapse
Robert Ostman from Gurnee Illinois wrote on January 26, 2024 at 9:42 pm
Class of 1968
Class of 1968... Collapse
Sabitha from Chesapeake wrote on January 26, 2024 at 7:47 pm
This is great! Wonderful memories and the place I called home for 3.5 years. Class of '93.
This is great! Wonderful memories and the place I called home for 3.5 years. Class of '93.... Collapse
JOYCE Yvonne DUDLEY from Cohasset wrote on January 26, 2024 at 4:59 pm
Class of '61.
Class of '61.... Collapse
Ethan Wade from Owatonna, MN wrote on January 26, 2024 at 4:01 pm
Class of 2021. Spent much of my time occupying the library and Linden Hall as ResLife staff. Great to see this archive of history come out into the light for all to see!
Class of 2021. Spent much of my time occupying the library and Linden Hall as ResLife staff. Great to see this archive of history come out into the light for all to see!... Collapse
Roger Rasmussen from Maplewood wrote on January 26, 2024 at 2:34 pm
Retired after 24 years of service to BSU, wife Dixie earned BA,BS, MS degrees, daughter Amy BA &BS, we established the Dr. Roger, Dixie, and Amy Rasmussen Education Scholarship for Student Teachers. 100 years of teaching.
Retired after 24 years of service to BSU, wife Dixie earned BA,BS, MS degrees, daughter Amy BA &BS, we established the Dr. Roger, Dixie, and Amy Rasmussen Education Scholarship for Student Teachers. 100 years of teaching.... Collapse
Robert Lykins from Hutto, Texas wrote on January 26, 2024 at 1:58 pm
Formally of Bagley and Cloquet MN. Bachlors in 1962 and Masters in 1970. HS Teacher Dunseith, ND and Cloquet,MN. Administrator DODDS in Asia and Europe 1974-2008.
Formally of Bagley and Cloquet MN. Bachlors in 1962 and Masters in 1970. HS Teacher Dunseith, ND and Cloquet,MN. Administrator DODDS in Asia and Europe 1974-2008.... Collapse
Marah Studniski from Princeton wrote on January 26, 2024 at 10:46 am
Looking forward to browsing this site!
Looking forward to browsing this site!... Collapse
John Mitchell from Arlington Heights, Illinois wrote on January 26, 2024 at 10:32 am
I worked with Don Stubbins as the school photographer in 1960s and wonder if any of the photos I took are still in the archives. Had a good time in that sub-basement photo lab and helped many other students learning photography.
I worked with Don Stubbins as the school photographer in 1960s and wonder if any of the photos I took are still in the archives. Had a good time in that sub-basement photo lab and helped many other students learning photography.... Collapse
Duane Sperl from Puyallup washington wrote on January 26, 2024 at 9:48 am
Met my wife Celeste Jacobson at BSC 57 years ago..Thank you BSC.!!!
Met my wife Celeste Jacobson at BSC 57 years ago..Thank you BSC.!!!... Collapse
Alysha Beaulieu from Redlake wrote on January 26, 2024 at 9:29 am
This is awesome seeing the past photos of Bemidji State. Well put together. Thanks for sharing! Class of 2022
This is awesome seeing the past photos of Bemidji State. Well put together. Thanks for sharing! Class of 2022... Collapse
Kari 'Norheim' Campbell from Alexandria, MN wrote on January 26, 2024 at 8:58 am
So cool to be able to look back at some of the best years of my life. Spent 4 years there and made Bangsberg my home as a vocal performance major!
So cool to be able to look back at some of the best years of my life. Spent 4 years there and made Bangsberg my home as a vocal performance major!... Collapse
Dick Vaerst from Forest Lake MN wrote on January 26, 2024 at 8:36 am
Great school and tons of fond memories. The campus looks a little different today than it did in 1960.
Great school and tons of fond memories. The campus looks a little different today than it did in 1960.... Collapse
Claire E Babich from Potsdam, NY wrote on January 26, 2024 at 8:12 am
BSU Class of 1999 As a native Northern NYer, Bemidji was the perfect place for me. On the water, surrounded by forests, amazing friends made, fantastic education. I miss my days at BSU and look forward to visiting in person one of these days.
BSU Class of 1999 As a native Northern NYer, Bemidji was the perfect place for me. On the water, surrounded by forests, amazing friends made, fantastic education. I miss my days at BSU and look forward to visiting in person one of these days.... Collapse
Roy Wai Keung Chow from Hong Kong wrote on January 26, 2024 at 2:57 am
So glad to visit. Would like to read more of it in future. Graduate in 1992
So glad to visit. Would like to read more of it in future. Graduate in 1992... Collapse
Lois J Jenkins from Bemidji wrote on January 26, 2024 at 1:28 am
Excited to see clubs and organizations
Excited to see clubs and organizations... Collapse
ETHAN KLUG from Bemidji wrote on January 25, 2024 at 11:02 pm
Ethan
Ethan... Collapse
Carlos T trejo from Milpitas wrote on January 25, 2024 at 10:53 pm
Great memories from BSU, and made great friends whom I still contact even after 40 years. Two of my favorite jobs ever: Music Camp Counselor for 3 years and Campus Security Officer for 3. Awesome college experience. Would not change it for anything
Great memories from BSU, and made great friends whom I still contact even after 40 years. Two of my favorite jobs ever: Music Camp Counselor for 3 years and Campus Security Officer for 3. Awesome college experience. Would not change it for anything... Collapse
Shirley Lee from Lynden WA wrote on January 25, 2024 at 10:24 pm
Class of 1983
Class of 1983... Collapse
Jana (Gearman) Skradski from Colorado wrote on January 25, 2024 at 10:22 pm
Class of 1972. Lived across the street from BSU where my dad was a Music professor for 30 years. Will be fun to look through this “History in the Pines”.
Class of 1972. Lived across the street from BSU where my dad was a Music professor for 30 years. Will be fun to look through this “History in the Pines”.... Collapse
Bill Schmitz from Adams MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 9:03 pm
1990 Grad Great Idea👍
1990 Grad Great Idea👍... Collapse
Dale Erickson from Rochester wrote on January 25, 2024 at 8:05 pm
class of 1987. BSU was just the school for me. I made a lot of good friends. an got a good education in Computer Science that I'm still using today.
class of 1987. BSU was just the school for me. I made a lot of good friends. an got a good education in Computer Science that I'm still using today.... Collapse
Patty Syvertsen from New Haven, CT be 68 wrote on January 25, 2024 at 7:29 pm
68 was a great year to graduate!
68 was a great year to graduate!... Collapse
JoAnne from Grand Junction wrote on January 25, 2024 at 7:27 pm
Excited to take a trip through time.
Excited to take a trip through time.... Collapse
John Terry Bergum from Hibbing Mn wrote on January 25, 2024 at 7:12 pm
Grad class 1972.
Grad class 1972.... Collapse
Mary McReynolds-Pellinen from Virginia, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 6:50 pm
Thanks for sharing this!
Thanks for sharing this!... Collapse
John Schonnesen from Monticello wrote on January 25, 2024 at 6:20 pm
Hello
Hello... Collapse
Mike Spry from Nevis wrote on January 25, 2024 at 6:17 pm
Looking forward to exploring!
Looking forward to exploring!... Collapse
Amanda Renbarger from Bemidji wrote on January 25, 2024 at 6:06 pm
Excited to learn about BSU’s past and proud to see traditions carry on—as well as new ones made.
Excited to learn about BSU’s past and proud to see traditions carry on—as well as new ones made.... Collapse
Rick Nelson from Bismarck, ND wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:57 pm
Love “History in the Pines.” Brings back great memories of my time at Bemidji State.
Love “History in the Pines.” Brings back great memories of my time at Bemidji State.... Collapse
Joshua Knieff from Minneapolis, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:45 pm
I loved being in Bemidji, and hopefully get to visit again soon!
I loved being in Bemidji, and hopefully get to visit again soon!... Collapse
Anne Reitter Wolf from Clermont, Florida wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:44 pm
Class of '74. This is a stellar idea!
Class of '74. This is a stellar idea!... Collapse
Jeff. Wendt from Arden Hills wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:42 pm
Going to enjoy reading and seeing the history of BEMIDJI and the pines.
Going to enjoy reading and seeing the history of BEMIDJI and the pines.... Collapse
Cherryl A Peterson from Sabillasville, MD wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:38 pm
Class if 1986, co captain Softball team 1986
Class if 1986, co captain Softball team 1986... Collapse
Rick Roline from Littleton wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:24 pm
Great video and brings back so many memories! Thanks!
Great video and brings back so many memories! Thanks!... Collapse
Jim Jamnick from Spring Hill, FL wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:24 pm
Great idea. Loved those college years.
Great idea. Loved those college years.... Collapse
David Gregory from Cass lake wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:08 pm
Great stuff
Great stuff... Collapse
Scott Carlson from Denver Colorado wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:04 pm
A big hello from the Rockies. Proud to be a graduate of BSU with some great memories and some wonderful friends.
A big hello from the Rockies. Proud to be a graduate of BSU with some great memories and some wonderful friends.... Collapse
Travis Ricks from Bemidji, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 5:01 pm
GREAT JOB!
GREAT JOB!... Collapse
Patrick J. Sutlief from Browerville wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:51 pm
Class of 1993
Class of 1993... Collapse
Darlene Hodge from Angora. MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:47 pm
Two of my favorite words: History and museum.
Two of my favorite words: History and museum.... Collapse
Brandan Fiedler from Chisholm, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:43 pm
Bemidji State University is a good school for anyone who wants to major in business administration. Instructors have knowledge of the business field.
Bemidji State University is a good school for anyone who wants to major in business administration. Instructors have knowledge of the business field.... Collapse
Dennis Chandler from Vermillion, SD wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:40 pm
1971
1971... Collapse
Lance Craig Hakala from Silver Bay, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:39 pm
Some of the best years of my life were at BSU.
Some of the best years of my life were at BSU.... Collapse
Steve Wickstrom aka fuzz from Shoreview wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:33 pm
Some great years met my wife Jan ainley
Some great years met my wife Jan ainley... Collapse
Amanda Wallestad from Big Lake wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:29 pm
Thanks for sharing, this is great!
Thanks for sharing, this is great!... Collapse
Emanuel D Clarke from Washington DC wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:15 pm
I saw a lot of memories in these photographs from my time at BSU. Some of these photos brought back memories indeed. Thanks for sharing! Emanuel Clarke '2011
I saw a lot of memories in these photographs from my time at BSU. Some of these photos brought back memories indeed. Thanks for sharing! Emanuel Clarke '2011... Collapse
Elizabeth Runyan Cecich from Crown point, Indiana wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:15 pm
A 1982 graduate.. played for the BSU women’s basketball as Captain under coach Joan Campbell!! Great memories!! Physical Education / Health major w Adaptive PE.. met my husband David Cecich .. Captain of men’s basketball team!!
A 1982 graduate.. played for the BSU women’s basketball as Captain under coach Joan Campbell!! Great memories!! Physical Education / Health major w Adaptive PE.. met my husband David Cecich .. Captain of men’s basketball team!!... Collapse
Tom Helmrich from Blaine wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:15 pm
Moved from New York City to attend BSU. I loved the college and the area as it was quite a bit different from NYC. Graduated in 1973.
Moved from New York City to attend BSU. I loved the college and the area as it was quite a bit different from NYC. Graduated in 1973.... Collapse
Mary Guardipee from Puposky, Mn wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:09 pm
I wish there were "likes" on here because I enjoyed the photos especially! Thanks!
I wish there were "likes" on here because I enjoyed the photos especially! Thanks!... Collapse
Darlene Beck (Severson) from Auburn, Washington (formerly Gary, Minnesota) wrote on January 25, 2024 at 4:02 pm
Class of 1978. Hello fellow classmates! Really enjoyed my 4 years at Bemidji!
Class of 1978. Hello fellow classmates! Really enjoyed my 4 years at Bemidji!... Collapse
Bob Dettmer from The Villages wrote on January 25, 2024 at 3:50 pm
Alumni 1969-1973. Great memories that prepared me for my 34 years teaching and coaching career. Wrestled for Coach Chet Anderson. We had some great teams during Coach Anderson's years as head coach.
Alumni 1969-1973. Great memories that prepared me for my 34 years teaching and coaching career. Wrestled for Coach Chet Anderson. We had some great teams during Coach Anderson's years as head coach.... Collapse
Steve Savageau from Duluth, Minnesota wrote on January 25, 2024 at 3:47 pm
I still cherish my time at Bemidji State
I still cherish my time at Bemidji State... Collapse
Patti Haasch from Bemidji wrote on January 25, 2024 at 3:32 pm
This is a GREAT way for folks to see the History of BSU! I look forward to more things being added to it.
This is a GREAT way for folks to see the History of BSU! I look forward to more things being added to it.... Collapse
Judy Goche Wagner from Ave Maria, Florida wrote on January 25, 2024 at 3:00 pm
Digital museum- History in the Pines. A great start, can only imagine how this will grow. 1962 grad.
Digital museum- History in the Pines. A great start, can only imagine how this will grow. 1962 grad.... Collapse
Tony Mayer from Lino Lakes, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:49 pm
2003 graduate
2003 graduate... Collapse
Alan Murdoch from Ames, Iowa wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:28 pm
It was a great experience attending Bemidji State from 1967 - 1969. Many great memories !
It was a great experience attending Bemidji State from 1967 - 1969. Many great memories !... Collapse
Vince Accardo from Dallas, Ft. Worth wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:28 pm
Great memories of the years spent at Bemidji State....Nice job on the production!
Great memories of the years spent at Bemidji State....Nice job on the production!... Collapse
Paul Hetland from Brainerd wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:27 pm
I graduated in 1995. My greatest achievement wasn’t earning a degree, but my service to BSU. Beginning with hall council to student senate to being the student president - my service was my proudest contribution to BSU. One pic of me would be nice.
I graduated in 1995. My greatest achievement wasn’t earning a degree, but my service to BSU. Beginning with hall council to student senate to being the student president - my service was my proudest contribution to BSU. One pic of me would be nice.... Collapse
matt amundson from hendricks, mn wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:24 pm
hard to believe it has been 44 yrs ago when we left there. thanks
hard to believe it has been 44 yrs ago when we left there. thanks... Collapse
Rachel Kultala from Bemidji, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:23 pm
Way to go, Bemidji State! Kudos to John Swartz and Colleen Deel especially for keeping such great records and detailing BSU's history so thoroughly.
Way to go, Bemidji State! Kudos to John Swartz and Colleen Deel especially for keeping such great records and detailing BSU's history so thoroughly.... Collapse
Rollie Davidson from Hastings mn wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:19 pm
Went to BSU in early 80s. Loved my time there. Fantastic community and the school is amazing. Go Beavs!
Went to BSU in early 80s. Loved my time there. Fantastic community and the school is amazing. Go Beavs!... Collapse
Joe Fischer from Eagan wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:18 pm
79-83 One of the best decisions I ever made. Great education at a reasonable price. People I met at BSU are now some of my life-long friends!
79-83 One of the best decisions I ever made. Great education at a reasonable price. People I met at BSU are now some of my life-long friends!... Collapse
Mike Mouw from Owatonna wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:15 pm
Class of '95. Go beavers!
Class of '95. Go beavers!... Collapse
Mark Hagemeyer from Duluth, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:13 pm
This is great! Thanks for sharing.
This is great! Thanks for sharing.... Collapse
Kristopher Franzen from Bakersfield wrote on January 25, 2024 at 2:05 pm
Great site!
Great site!... Collapse
Caleb Travis from Pine River MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 1:24 pm
What a great website!
What a great website!... Collapse
Lisa Vind from Bemidji wrote on January 25, 2024 at 1:07 pm
Love the video! Great way to promote BSU.
Love the video! Great way to promote BSU.... Collapse
Kim Fisher from Bemidji, MN wrote on January 25, 2024 at 12:59 pm
2012 graduate, can’t wait to look through the archives!
2012 graduate, can’t wait to look through the archives!... Collapse
Dean Thilgen from Wodbury wrote on January 25, 2024 at 12:03 pm
Hello friends from the '80s.
Hello friends from the '80s.... Collapse
Rich Jahner from Surprise, AZ wrote on January 19, 2024 at 3:36 pm
BSU will always be my favorite college team and holds a special place in my heart after coaching the Beavers and teaching for 25 years
BSU will always be my favorite college team and holds a special place in my heart after coaching the Beavers and teaching for 25 years... Collapse
Brian Leonhardt from Blaine wrote on January 18, 2024 at 5:08 pm
Bemidji State University was pivotal in shaping my career. Its unique environment and quality education not only equipped me with skills but also provided lasting memories. Forever grateful for the BSU experience.
Bemidji State University was pivotal in shaping my career. Its unique environment and quality education not only equipped me with skills but also provided lasting memories. Forever grateful for the BSU experience.... Collapse
John Boysen Glas from Moorhead, MN wrote on January 18, 2024 at 2:05 pm
Growing up across the street from BSU, and watching the campus evolve from 1939, when our family arrived in Bemidji to the present, I have lots of memories! John (Boysen)Glas
Growing up across the street from BSU, and watching the campus evolve from 1939, when our family arrived in Bemidji to the present, I have lots of memories! John (Boysen)Glas... Collapse
Doug Fredrickson from St Cloud wrote on January 17, 2024 at 2:58 pm
Good idea. Easy to imagine the growth this platform could achieve. This will be fun to watch as students and alumni continue to contribute.
Good idea. Easy to imagine the growth this platform could achieve. This will be fun to watch as students and alumni continue to contribute.... Collapse
Professor Gene C. Ness from Tampa, Florida wrote on January 17, 2024 at 2:13 pm
I am retired now from a highly productive career of Teaching and Research In Biochemisty and Molecular Biology. I have traveled a lot to give talks and to see the world as a bonus. Gene Ness
I am retired now from a highly productive career of Teaching and Research In Biochemisty and Molecular Biology. I have traveled a lot to give talks and to see the world as a bonus. Gene Ness... Collapse
Rich Glas from Nevis, MN wrote on January 17, 2024 at 1:14 pm
I am positive my dad, John Glas, would love and appreciate all the work that has to have been put into the making of the History in the Pines. Thank you for your efforts! Rich Glas
I am positive my dad, John Glas, would love and appreciate all the work that has to have been put into the making of the History in the Pines. Thank you for your efforts! Rich Glas... Collapse
Mark Buschena from Bismarck wrote on January 17, 2024 at 10:18 am
Very nice. A lot of good memories!
Very nice. A lot of good memories!... Collapse
Paul Dashkewytch from Radium Hot Springs (British Columbia) Zihuatanejo (MX) wrote on January 17, 2024 at 7:55 am
Wow what a great initiative I look forward to exploring the archives and staying connected to BSU !
Wow what a great initiative I look forward to exploring the archives and staying connected to BSU !... Collapse
Mike Maher from Fredericksburg Virginia wrote on January 16, 2024 at 9:35 pm
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Bruce Falk from Salol, Minn wrote on January 16, 2024 at 7:50 pm
Glad to be able to watch this presentation of History in the Pines.
Glad to be able to watch this presentation of History in the Pines.... Collapse
Dave Thomas from Bemidji wrote on January 16, 2024 at 7:07 pm
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Kent Porter from Bemidji wrote on January 16, 2024 at 4:26 pm
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Tom Moberg from Oro Valley, AZ wrote on January 16, 2024 at 4:26 pm
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Dave Gregory from Cass Lake wrote on January 16, 2024 at 4:20 pm
Transition from Teachers College to State University
Transition from Teachers College to State University... Collapse
Aspen Easterling from Bemidji wrote on January 16, 2024 at 4:07 pm
What a wonderful idea!
What a wonderful idea!... Collapse
Micah Friez from Bemidji, MN wrote on January 16, 2024 at 12:00 pm
Welcome to History in the Pines! Thank you for stopping by to explore all things Bemidji State University.
Welcome to History in the Pines! Thank you for stopping by to explore all things Bemidji State University.... Collapse

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Dive into the footage of Bemidji State's past – from reels and VHS tapes to DVD and digital.

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photo archives

The best photos from more than a century of excellence. Browse by year, category and more.

bsu games

Test your Bemidji State wits and see how much history you know about the University in the Pines.

Stories from the archives

The shores of Lake Bemidji have preserved over 100 years of Bemidji State tales. Explore the stories of the past in our full History in the Pines collection.

The 50th and final Madrigal Dinner in 2018.

Bemidji State’s Madrigal Dinners created yuletide magic for half a century
1955 football screenshot

In honor of playoff football, watch footage of Bemidji State’s 1955 Homecoming game
Northern Student photographers (1962)

Happy birthday, Northern Student!
Outdoor Gathering (1) (2)

You’ve seen the mound outside Tamarack… but what’s it all about?
Dr. Eugene Bradfield gives a lecture while Suzie, his seeing-eye dog, rests. (1967 Ah-Mic yearbook)

Blind professor Dr. Eugene Bradfield was a sight to behold at Bemidji State College
Men's hockey national champions 1984

Beaver Hockey is back! Celebrate by watching full-length national championship videos here
Wes Westrum often found himself in the right place at the right time and used that knack to author a storybook career. And 70 years ago today, he became Bemidji State's first World Series champion. (Micah Friez / Bemidji State)

The colorful career of Wes Westrum, Bemidji State’s only World Series winner
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Before Bucky, Bill-der Beaver was the first beaver at Bemidji State
Members of Bemidji State's Tau Kappa Epsilon fraternity set a record in 1972 when they played the world's longest basketball game over a 125-hour period during spring break. (Contributed)

On this date in 1972, Bemidji State students launched the world’s longest basketball game
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‘University in the Pines’ book, documentary now available in free digital formats
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campus traditions

Siebs Dorm 2018

campus life

campus landmarks

The Art Lee Gallery

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Browse through our featured collections in the Art Lee Gallery, named in honor of Bemidji State University's premier historian.

Beaver Athletics

The history of Bemidji State sports – right down to the origins of our iconic nickname.

Senior Time Capsules

Soon-to-be graduates share their favorite memories, photos, experiences and more. Explore what life was like in Bemidji and around the world during their time at BSU through their eyes.

The Origins

Today, Bemidji State is the premier institution in northern Minnesota. But how did we get here? Here's how the humble Bemidji Normal School grew into the University in the Pines.

Centennial Exhibit

In April 2018, Bemidji State University kicked off its centennial celebration with an 18-month campaign called "Century in the Pines." Explore the gallery of BSU's first 100 years here.
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bsu timeline

From the 19th century to today, here's how Bemidji State has grown into the present.

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bsu pioneers

All across campus, these Beavers put Bemidji State on the map and built the university into what it is today.

Dorm life (1970s)

beaver tales

First-hand testimonies and memories from Bemidji State's storied past.

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yearbooks

Flip through pages of Bemidji State's yearbooks, digitized and sewn together for the first time.

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Share your own Bemidji State memories

Contribute to this collection by sharing your own experiences at Bemidji State and those of your family members and loved ones. We welcome photographs, videos, texts, testimonies and keepsakes that bring the university's history to life.

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The legacy of Art Lee

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Dr. Arthur O. “Art” Lee, a beloved professor emeritus of history, was a BSU faculty member from 1959 until his retirement in 1995. Unofficially the grandfather of Bemidji State history, Lee's work preserving and celebrating our past has served as the cornerstone of History in the Pines.

In addition to captivating students in the classroom, Art Lee authored “University in the Pines” in 1994, which is considered the definitive historical narrative of Bemidji State University. His work was instrumental in the creation of this database and in the lives of countless students.

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