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NDSU Library Welcomes Students Back to Campus

The library gave out free nachos and lemonade

FARGO, N.D. — It’s nacho-average library over at NDSU. The on-campus library handed out free nachos, lemonade and souvenirs to both incoming and returning students. They also had a scavenger hunt set up around the library to help students get familiar with the space. ] The hope is to make each student feel welcome and comfortable at the start of…

NDSU Volleyball Welcomes Five New Faces to the Program

Bison face Seton Hall on Friday.

FARGO, N.D. — After graduating four key players in the offseason, NDSU volleyball spent much of its preseason bringing their newcomers up to speed. The Bison welcomed five new faces to the program, which means the squad is now made up of 10 underclassmen out of the 13 student–athletes on the squad. But even with a young group, the herd is…

NDSU Football Names Captains for 2018 Campaign

Six players earn the honor for the herd.

FARGO, N.D. — Next week is game week for North Dakota State and much of college football. As the Bison look to defend yet another national championship, they’ve named their team captains. There are six players earning the honor for the herd. On the defensive side of the ball, safety Robbie Grimsley was a second–team All–American last year. Levi Jordheim is…

NDSU Students Move Into Dorms For New School Year

Over 400 volunteers helped with Move-in Day

FARGO, N.D. — It’s that time of year again: the next class of students at North Dakota State University moved into their dorms to start a new chapter of their lives. “I’m very excited. It’s going to be fun… meeting new people and learning new things,” Cole Cook, an incoming freshman, said. About 3,000 students moved into NDSU’s dorms. Over 400…

KVRR Round Table: High Expectations Surround the 2018 NDSU Football Season

The Bison clinched their 6th title in 2017

FARGO, N.D. — NDSU is set to host Cal Poly in just over two weeks to begin the 2018 football season. The Bison are coming off a 14-1, title-winning season in 2017 and now the expectations are even higher for the green and gold heading into 2018. The KVRR sports team makes their predictions prior to game one. Categories: College,…

“The Bridges,” A New Housing Complex That Gives Students a Unique Experience, Opens Near NDSU

The building is marketed towards students looking for independent living

FARGO, N.D. — A new housing complex called The Bridges has opened its doors near the NDSU campus. “The second I saw it, I was like, ‘I got to be part of it.’ This is just amazing,” Raven Kitzan, who’s moving into the Bridges, said. “I chose it based on all the amenities… it just really fit my lifestyle.” The apartments…

LIVE: Alumni Issue With Bison Illustrated

Spotlight Media Will Mail Out 55,000 Copies Of Its Alumni Issue

  Bison Illustrated editor Nolan Schmidt joins us to talk about the upcoming alumni issue of the magazine. They’re publishing it a little late this month because they mail the issue out to 55,000 NDSU alumni. You’ll be able to catch up with many former Bison athletes and see what they’re up to now. You can find out more about…

NDSU Superlatives: Worst Teammate to get Stuck with on Desert Island

North Dakota State football players talk about which teammates are ill-equipped for survival

FARGO, N.D. — North Dakota State football players took multiple things into account when they were asked which teammates would they not like to get stuck with on a desert island. The Bison considered who would give them the best chance at survival, who would ration food the best and even who would be the least annoying. Hear some of…

Wentz Sets Sights on 11-Man Drills

The Eagles QB is still not cleared for contact.

PHILADELPHIA (AP) — Carson Wentz expects to participate in 11-on-11 drills next week, but it’s uncertain whether he’ll be ready for the season opener. The defending Super Bowl champion Philadelphia Eagles host the Atlanta Falcons on Sept. 6. Wentz’s goal since having surgery last December to repair a torn ACL and LCL in his left knee has been to be…

NDSU’s Jenson Hoping to Fill Holes left at Tight End

The Bison said goodbye to Jeff Illies and Connor Wentz after last season.

FARGO, N.D. — While NDSU returns a lot of its offensive firepower, two of their top tight ends have left. Jeff Illies and Connor Wentz exhausted their eligibility last season, leaving two large holes at the position. Returning as a senior is Nate Jenson. He would love to reproduce what Illies and Wentz did on the field, but he knows…