FARGO, N.D. — The importance of this Friday goes beyond the FCS semifinal game for many North Dakota State football players. Fourteen Bison will collect their diplomas for graduating in the fall semester. “It’s great, and this is the fourth year that I’ve been a part of it,” NDSU head coach Chris Klieman said. “I’ll get a chance to attend…
REGIONAL — Hundreds of students are getting an early Christmas gift: a college degree. Winter commencement ceremonies will be held this week at NDSU, UND and MSUM. This year, 657 students will participate in NDSU’s winter commencement on Friday at 2 p.m. in the Sanford Health Athletic Complex. UND will hold three commencement ceremonies for the more than 850…
FARGO, ND — The Fargo Fire Department adds five new firefighters to their ranks. The recruits were hired on September 11th and spent eight weeks going through intensive training. They were required to study structural firefighting, fire prevention and to specialize in search and rescue. One new firefighter said although the training was difficult at times, leaning on experienced firefighters…
FARGO, ND — A recent study found seven out of 10 college students leave the community after graduation. A new pilot program being launched at five area universities hopes to change that. “Experience FMWF” is the Chamber’s latest plan to keep graduates from relocating and taking jobs elsewhere. Workers on the project say if they can open up students’ eyes…
FARGO, ND– They say the tassle is worth the hassle when it comes to graduation. 300 West Fargo Students received their high school diplomas. Seniors in green gowns fill the Scheels Arena floor while friends and family fill the stands. The graduates chose 2 class representatives to give speeches during the ceremony. The celebration includes special performances by senior band…
FARGO, ND — More than 800 students will become high school graduates over the next couple of weeks at Fargo Public Schools. Fargo Adult Education Center will hold its graduation ceremony at Agassiz Building on Thursday. Woodrow Wilson High School graduation is set for Friday, June 2. Fargo North, South and Davies graduations will be held on Sunday, June 4…
FARGO, N.D. — It’s the last day of graduation for Fargo-Moorhead universities. “I feel a little bit tired right now but pretty good,” said NDSU’s Student Body President, Spencer Moir. “I feel awesome!” said NDSU Graduate, Dustlynn Kaine. “Pretty good, finally done after several years,” said NDSU Graduate, Ethan Ihlenfeld. Thousands of proud parents lined the Fargodome to watch their…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — MSUM students had grins cheek to cheek as they got ready for the one of the biggest days of their college careers. “I’m nervous! I’m really nervous but I’m excited,” said graduate Sara Bogardus. “Honestly it’s a little bittersweet feeling,” said graduate Jordan Cresap. “Well, I don’t think it really hit me until last night when I…
MOORHEAD, Minn. — Hundreds pack into Concordia’s Memorial Auditorium to join graduates for their spring commencement. As students enter commencement with smiles and laughter, it’s safe to say there’s one word to describe how they are feeling. “Excited. Like, it’s super bittersweet,” said student body president at Concordia, Rachael Schauper. “I’m excited. I’m excited,” said graduate Shawn Neison. “I’m very…
