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A sign at the UND Memorial Union displays the title of Josh Deere's speech, Finding Your Authentic Self.

Deere Advocates for Authenticity in 18:83 Series

Dylan Campbell, Editor May 8, 2025

Coinciding with the University of North Dakota’s founding year, 1883, the 18:83 Speaker Series seeks to gather leaders to give pocket-sized presentations on development and leadership. This semester’s...

A sign for UND's University Band displays several pop culture symbols.

University Band Performs 21st Century Pop Culture

Quinn Berg, Reporter May 8, 2025

Last Thursday, May 1, the UND University Band, in tandem with the Varsity Bards, performed their final concert of the semester in the Memorial Union ballroom from 7:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.  The concert was...

A flier advertises Veronica Dockter's Healing Works opening reception.

Healing Works Exhibit by Veronica Dockter

Zoe Booth, Reporter May 8, 2025

May can be a tough month for students, with finals looming and graduation around the corner, stress can be at its peak. If you find yourself in need of an escape or wanting to try something different,...

An educational chart titled "Best vs. Worst Advertisements" is displayed in the UND Memorial Union's ballroom.

Digital Storytelling Summit

Dylan Campbell, Editor May 1, 2025

High school students, from the Grand Forks and surrounding communities shared their stories with the skills they developed from the Digital Storytelling Summit, an event that teaches North Dakota’s high-school...

A board displays information about UND's Communication Appreciation Day 2025.

Communication Class Showcase

Quinn Berg, Reporter May 1, 2025

This Thursday, Apr. 24, the University of North Dakota’s Department of Communication hosted their fourth annual Communication Appreciation Day event. Taking place in the Memorial Union Ballroom from...

A group of women talk at a table during Communication Appreciation Day 2025 at UND's Memorial Union ballroom.

Communication Career Roundtable

Quinn Berg, Reporter May 1, 2025

During the communication department’s fourth annual Communication Appreciation Day event last Thursday, Apr. 24, students were given the opportunity to speak and connect with professionals who hold communication-based...

Mike Burbach delivers the Hagerty Lecture onstage at UND's Communication Appreciation Day 2025.

Mike Burbach Presents in the Hagerty Lecture

Kelsie Hildebrand, Editor-in-Chief May 1, 2025

Mike Burbach presented “What I've Learned, I Think” in this year's Communication Appreciation Day Hagerty lecture. Burbach was the Editor-in-Chief of the Dakota Student and graduated in 1982 with a...

Aviation Family Weekend at UND

Aviation Family Weekend at UND

Daniel Silva, Reporter May 1, 2025

This past weekend, between Apr. 24 and Apr. 27, University of North Dakota’s Alpha Eta Rho, Delta Chapter hosted their annual Aviation Family Weekend at the University of North Dakota and said farewell...

A woman receives an award on stage during UND's Communication Appreciation Day 2025.

Networking Social and Scholarship Ceremony

Nora Lee, Reporter May 1, 2025

On Apr. 24, the University of North Dakota’s Department of Communication held a Communication Networking Social and Scholarship Ceremony as the final part of their Communication Appreciation Day event....

A program for the UND Music single reed chamber ensembles is shows in front of the sign for the Josephine Campbell Recital Hall.

UND Clarinet and Saxophone Chamber Concert

Zoe Booth, Reporter May 1, 2025

In April, the Hughes Fine Arts Center was brought to life with vibrant harmonies, creative arrangements, and passionate performances, showcasing the clarinet and saxophone. Directed by Professor Sarah...

UND Presents the 21st Annual Big Event

UND Presents the 21st Annual Big Event

Daniel Silva, Reporter April 17, 2025

Dating back to 2005, members within the Grand Forks community have come together and volunteered their time to the Big Event. The Big Event is a one-day community service event where university students...

Attendees of a Mortar Board meeting pose for a photo.

The History of UND Mortar Board

Quinn Berg, Reporter April 17, 2025

On Sunday, Apr. 6, the Henry Family Ballroom in the Memorial Union served as the site of initiation for the newest members of the Quo Vadis chapter of the Mortar Board National College Senior Honor Society.  As...

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