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Bemidji State University surpasses $25 million fundraising goal in For the North campaign

Attendees applaud after learning of the $8.1 million gift from the estate of Bemidji State alumnus Allen Sunderman to establish the Sunderman College of Creativity, Enterprise & Place on Thursday, April 30, 2026, in Hagg-Sauer Hall. (Micah Friez / Bemidji State)

$8.1 million gift establishes Sunderman College of Creativity, Enterprise & Place at Bemidji State University

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Registration opens for 49th annual Gordy Skaar Memorial Golf Tournament

More than 30 Bemidji State University alumni attended the Golden Beaver Celebration on Sunday, Aug. 24, 2025, at the David Park House. (Micah Friez / Bemidji State)

Alumni & Foundation now hiring for senior director of finance and operations

After finding sobriety, Anessa DeGroat's Bemidji State University education is helping her serve others who are seeking the same support she once received. (Contributed)

Now 8 years sober, Anessa DeGroat’s future is rooted in recovery and purpose

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Day of Giving saw another record-year. Here’s how donors shattered expectations

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Before distinguished path to the Federal Reserve, Gov. Christopher Waller’s journey began at Bemidji State

2025.1002.BLOCKPARTY 28 Frankie Papasodora-Clark, Chrissy Downwind, Bucky

Shape how we serve alumni and friends with this 4-minute survey… and be entered to win $100

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Alongside Doc, alumna Rachel Kniss serves the community with special bond to partner

Starting in 2027, Bemidji State University's Bucky the Beaver will serve as the official mascot for Groundhog Day.

Bucky the Beaver named successor to Punxsutawney Phil as official Groundhog Day mascot

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Bemidji State alumna Leah Wheeling named SHAPE America Teacher of the Year

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BSU Night at Target Field tickets available now with Opening Day flash sale

Bemidji State University's music programs perform in the Carl O. Thompson concert to celebrate the recipients of the scholarship awarded in his name.

School of Music’s Bemidji Choir and Chamber Singers spring tour begins

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Why do you give to For the North? Tell us for a chance to be featured by Bemidji State

Bucky and fellow Bemidji State fans cheer on the Beavers during the Homecoming football game on Oct. 4, 2025, at Chet Anderson Stadium. (Courtesy / Lainie Hiller Photography)

For the North has raised $24 million so far. Meet the latest wave of momentum

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Golden Beaver alumni invited to Honors Gala as special guests

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / August 10, 2026

Alumni & Foundation partners with FreeWill for estate planning, free will documentation

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / August 6, 2026

The For the North numbers are in… and the numbers are BIG

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / August 4, 2026

Bemidji Alumni Choir honors Dr. Paul Brandvik in latest national anthem performance at Target Field

By Micah Friez / August 3, 2026

Galen Nagle Memorial Golf Tournament brings in $66,000 in support of Beaver Hockey

By BSU Alumni & Foundation / July 30, 2026

Through Beaver Brew, alumnus David Boehm concocts innovative way to support Bemidji State

By Micah Friez / July 24, 2026
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