Blue Hawk Bulletin June 2018

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June 2018 DICKINSON STATE’S 2018 OUTSTANDING GRADUATE AWARD WINNERS

thought I’d be where I am now. Stepping outside of my comfort zone really pushed me to do my best in different areas around the college. I was involved with many of the music activities of course, but I was also involved with the Campus Activities Board (CAB), Drama, Residence Life, and TRiO. How have you grown from when you were a freshman until now?

Ehlang: The area I showed the most growth in is without a doubt my confidence, especially when it comes to speaking in front of peers and faculty. I felt that I came a long way, and I think DSU had everything to do with that. I do believe that the smaller class sizes in my upper level classes helped me to ask more questions and gain comfortability and confidence.

Hicks: I no longer have a turtle shell that I hide in. As stated before, I use to be so quiet and it was like pulling teeth for me to actually talk to people.

It goes back to my advice to incoming freshman: do not be afraid to step out of your comfort zone. If I would have stayed in my safe zone and just stuck to myself and what I was comfortable with, there is no way I would have been selected as homecoming queen or outstanding graduate. Seeing myself transition each year has definitely been an experience.

Seth Ehlang and Mackenzie Hicks were named Dickinson State University’s (DSU) 2018 Outstanding Graduates at the Outstanding Graduate ceremony held Friday, May 11, in the Student Center Ballroom. Implemented in 1981, the Outstanding Graduate Award is the highest honor bestowed on two graduating seniors by the University. Ehlang and Hicks were nominated along with 19 other students by faculty in their academic departments for exceptional performance in their fields of study.

In light of having been awarded this honor, we wanted to hear from Ehlang and Hicks about their time here at DSU. What does winning the Outstanding Graduate Award mean to you?

Ehlang: I felt incredibly honored just being nominated in such a competitive department and winning felt incredible. I worked very hard for four and a half years and winning helps to celebrate all the achievements I strived for.

Hicks: It truly is an honor. I’ve never been one to have all A’s. I always tried my best towards my grades and knew that usually the grade I received was what I deserved. I remember my freshman year and seeing who the Outstanding Grads were and those before them and thought it was really cool. I never imagined I would be nominated my final year and win. While listening to everyone’s bios at the ceremony, I learned my classmates had accomplished some great things. I remember Alicia Erickson saying my name, and my jaw just dropped. I was stunned because I was not prepared for it. I thought it was great just to be nominated, but to actually win it, showed me just how much hard work I gave during my five years at DSU. Why did you choose to attend Dickinson State University?

Ehlang: Coming off a state finals loss my senior year of high school, I was positive I never wanted to wrestle again. However, Coach Thadd O’Donnell contacted me and gave me the opportunity to come visit the campus. I was undecided about what major I would pursue but knew it would be science related. After seeing what the wrestling and science programs had to offer at DSU, I immediately signed my letter of intent and applied to the school.

Hicks: I ultimately chose DSU for their music faculty and having the opportunity to work one-on-one with professors. When I was in high school, I was looking at schools like Concordia in Moorhead, Minnesota, and the University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, both for music education. I wanted to get away from my hometown of Hettinger, North Dakota, which is 70 miles away. I thought I wanted the big-school, big-city life. When I toured DSU, it just felt like home. I loved how down to earth the professors felt, and how even in a visit, they wanted to get to know me. I have never regretted my decision.

Do you have a favorite professor? Why is he/she your favorite?

Ehlang: I had a lot of professors that I liked at DSU, and I would say my favorite professor changed after each year, but the professor that mentored me a lot in my last year was Dr. Paul Barnhart, a behavioral ecologist and a professor of many of my classes. Dr. Barnhart treated us older science students like graduate students, giving each of us a lot of guidance but making us solve problems on our own. He challenged me every day and made going to class enjoyable.

Hicks: Dr. Wohletz in the music department. He started at DSU when I was a freshman and became my advisor when I was a sophomore. We just clicked. I knew I could go to him about anything regarding music and finding my path. He has an open-door policy for his students, which makes him approachable for topics related to school and just about life. We would discuss life outside of college, how he went into his master’s and doctorate and what my plans for my future were. I could always rely on him for help whenever needed.

What is your favorite memory from your time here?

Ehlang: There are so many great times to look back on, but one recent event that was a huge eye opening experience was presenting my senior research in Atlanta at the National Collegiate Honors Conference. To be among some of the smartest students in the country was very humbling but also rewarding to know that DSU measures up with prestigious colleges.

Hicks: There are too many. I would have to say my sophomore year. It was my first year as a resident assistant, and I had a co-ed floor in DeLong. My floor was AMAZING! The students were great and made my first year on staff one to remember.

Do you have any advice for incoming freshman?

Ehlang: The best advice I can give is work hard and play hard. I always tried my hardest in the classroom and worked hard on weeknights so that my weekends could be spent having fun and enjoying the college life.

Hicks: Go outside of your comfort zone. I started college as the quiet girl who hardly said a word. Never at the end of my five years would I have

What are you most proud of when you look back at your time at DSU? Ehlang: I am most proud to say that I qualified for the National Wrestling Tournament all four years and I did it while earning a 3.8 GPA. It was not easy and it took a lot of time, dedication and resilience, but I think that is something that will inspire me the rest of my life.

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BOWDITCH, HICKS ADDRESS GRADUATES AT 98TH SPRING COMMENCEMENT CEREMONY Dickinson State University (DSU) students Carlie Bowditch and Mackenzie Hicks addressed the graduates at the 98th spring commencement ceremony Saturday, May 12, at 10 a.m. in Scott Gymnasium.

Carlie Bowditch, from Sylvania, Saskatchewan, Canada, is the daughter of Ryan and Joline Bowditch. She graduated with a Bachelor of Science in agriculture studies with a business and marketing option and minor in leadership. During her time at Dickinson State, Bowditch was on the DSU rodeo team, was an active member in Collegiate Farm Bureau and was a Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Scholar. This past year, she worked at the DSU Heritage Foundation. Outside of DSU, Bowditch coaches figure skating, helps out with 4-H events and continues her education through leadership and agronomy workshops. Bowditch plans to attend equine chiropractic school and travel before returning to her family’s farm.

Mackenzie Hicks is the daughter of LeAnn and Scott Fitch of Hettinger, North Dakota, and received a Bachelor of Science degree in composite music education. During her time at DSU, Hicks participated in numerous music ensembles, TRiO, Campus Activities Board, NAfME, and was a resident assistant for three years. After graduation, Hicks moved back to Hettinger to teach K-12 music at Hettinger Public School where she has already accepted a position.

Dickinson State awarded 168 baccalaureate degrees and 34 associate degrees at the spring commencement ceremony. Students celebrated their graduation by walking across the platform to receive their diplomas from the University’s 12th president, Dr. Thomas Mitzel.

More than 200 students were eligible to participate in this year’s ceremony; this number includes all spring and summer 2018 graduates, as well as students who graduated last fall but did not participate in the December ceremony. Eight students graduated with Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program distinction.

The graduates, faculty, staff, alumni and guests also heard from Dr. Carmen Wilson, provost and vice president of academic and student affairs, and Nick Hacker, a representative of the State Board of Higher Education.

DICKINSON STATE ANNOUNCES 2018 OUTSTANDING GRADUATE NOMINEES Twenty-one students were nominated for Dickinson State University’s (DSU) 2018 Outstanding Graduate Award. This award is the highest honor bestowed on graduating seniors by the University. The following students were honored by the Dickinson State University Alumni Association at the Outstanding Graduate ceremony Friday, May 11, at 3 p.m. in the DSU Student Center Ballroom where the winners were announced.

Brittany Berger Social Sciences Dickinson, ND Heather Bird Nursing Reeder, ND Carlie Bowditch Ag & Technical Studies Sylvania, SK, Canada Kendra Cox Social Sciences Gladstone, ND Megan Dailey Language & Literature Glasgow, MT Marcus Dietrich Language & Literature Bismarck, ND Briana Dolechek Fine & Performing Arts Dickinson, ND Seth Ehlang Natural Sciences Billings, MT Nicole Field Teacher Education Dagmar, MT Mackenzie Hicks Fine & Performing Arts Hettinger, ND Abby Houghton Teacher Education Regent, ND Aleesa Joslyn Math & Computer Science Gillette, WY Anthony Locke Heath & Physical Education Elk Grove, CA Miranda Marx Nursing Dickinson, ND Zachary Miller Math & Computer Science Dickinson, ND Billi Petermann Natural Sciences Wibaux, MT Kaler Ray Heath & Physical Education Glendale, AZ Shaylee Singleton Business & Entrepreneurship Miles City, MT Dylan Skabo Business & Entrepreneurship Dickinson, ND Karissa Van Horn Nursing Sentinel Butte, ND Justin Ward Ag & Technical Studies Mabel, MN

OGA WINNERS from Page 1 Hicks: I am most proud of the impact I made at DSU. I never would have thought this small-town girl would have left a mark, but I did. I was selected as homecoming queen in 2016 and then won the Outstanding Graduate Award. When I was a freshman, I never would have imagined those events happening. I am excited to see how DSU grows in the future and how it influences more lives.

What helped you the most in accomplishing your goals at DSU? Ehlang: The best thing for me was to stay as busy as possible. The more I had on my plate the better. I felt that when I was constantly on the move, I had to budget my time and every second was accounted for. When given extra time, I always opted to procrastinate and that did not always result in the best work. I have wrestling and the Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program to thank for keeping me busy!

Hicks: My family, music faculty, and TRiO. My family has always had my back with supporting my dreams. They only missed two of my concerts in five years, and there were about four a semester; I’ll let you do the math on how many times they came up. My mom is one of my biggest support systems, if I was having a bad day it was as if she knew, and I would get a call that evening asking what was wrong. They were up in Dickinson more than I visited Hettinger, and every trip up they would ask how class and life at DSU was going. Having a strong music faculty has also helped. As mentioned, Dr. Wohletz was my favorite professor. All of the faculty were very driven and wanted to make sure the students were reaching their greatest potential.

Finally, TRiO, if I had not gotten involved with them my freshmen year, I do not know where I would be now. They were always there to make sure I had all the help I needed whether it was with college or outside of college. They helped me with numerous cover letters and resumes, interview skills and finding potential graduate schools for the future. They pushed me to be my best, and I owe a lot to them, especially Jen, Cindy, and Christiana.

What was the most difficult thing for you as a college student, and how did you overcome it?

Ehlang: It was extremely difficult to venture out on my own and choose a school where I did not know any one. Thankfully, the people of Selke Hall (God rest its soul) were very welcoming. With the new friends I had made after my first semester as a support group, I felt right at home.

Hicks: Finding enough time in the day. As a music major, you are expected to practice so many hours a day and then the total for the week. In addition to practicing, I also had rehearsals, homework, being part of clubs, and I had a job every year during college. I was lucky enough where I only pulled three all-nighters during my five years. Those who know me know I do not function well on little to no sleep. I like being involved and am constantly having to do things, but sometimes all those things catch up and, just like a battery on a phone, you’re all drained out. Time management was a big thing for me. I would have post-it notes all over, planners, and telling people to remind me about things because I would forget. I am a huge procrastinator, but some of my best work happens when I procrastinate. I definitely do not

REMEMBERING WINIFRED STUMP-DELONG AND ROGER HUFFMAN, TWO INFLUENTIAL MEMBERS OF THE DICKINSON STATE FAMILY In April 2018, Dickinson State lost two long-time members of its Blue Hawk family. Winifred Beardshear StumpDeLong, 91, died April 12, 2018, at Miller Point in Mandan, North Dakota, and Roger Frederick Huffman, 88, died April 23, 2018, at Edgewood Hawks Point in Dickinson. They will be greatly missed, but the difference they made during their time at Dickinson State will always be felt.

Stump-DeLong was born April 26, 1926, in Nemo, South Dakota, the daughter of Sam A. and Iva (Allan) Beardshear. She earned a bachelor’s degree from Black Hills State College (BHSC), in Spearfish in 1959, and eventually earned a master’s and doctorate in speech communication from Ohio University in Athens. At the time, she was the only woman to win a National Defense Fellowship, which provided the opportunity for her to pursue doctoral work. At Dickinson State, she was a professor and administrator for 27 years, having taken a sabbatical from 1967-68 to complete her doctorate. She was the first female Dean of Arts and Sciences and was instrumental in establishing the Department of Speech and Theatre Arts.

Stump-DeLong joined the Dickinson State College (DSC) faculty in 1962 teaching one drama class and three speech classes, one of which was the first interpersonal communications class at Dickinson State. Not only was this class new to the curriculum, the way Stump-DeLong taught her class was also new. She sat in a circle of chairs along with her students explaining that she would be learning along with them. Her homework assignments were also unconventional. She instructed students to sit a little too close to someone in the cafeteria or to say, “I love you” to a parent and note the reactions of other people. Through the many class discussions, her students not only learned about communication, they also learned about themselves. Thanks to the encouragement from Stump-DeLong and their classmates, those who were quiet and shy at the start of class grew in confidence and soon were freely sharing in discussions.

Along with her teaching responsibilities, Stump-DeLong played a large role in reviving forensic activities at DSC. She always had a flair for debate.

Having won several debate trophies while a student at BHSC, it made perfect sense for her to be the one to bring debate back to Dickinson State by starting the debate squad in 1963. The DSC chapter of Pi Kappa Delta, the national forensic society, was chartered three years later, of which Stump-DeLong was the chapter’s advisor. She remained the debate coach throughout the duration of her time at DSC. Her success and the success of her students were results of the spirit of hard work she brought to the classroom.

Stump-DeLong blended her spirit of hard work with a joyful attitude toward life. Everyone at DSC knew her for her quick wit and humorous manner. For example, she assisted with theater productions by designing and making costumes for many of DSC’s plays. One of the productions she worked on in 1964 was “Flower Drum Song.” She needed 30 purple zippers and searched all over Dickinson for them. She finally found them in a department store, and when the puzzled clerk asked what the zippers were for, she very calm-

recommend it though for students, it catches up to you really fast.

What did you enjoy most about being a Blue Hawk?

Ehlang: I have always had immense pride for my school, and I have always been an advocate for all the sports teams supporting one another. It was great to see athletes of all sports attending all events. I am also thankful for the community that surrounds this University. I have never seen such energetic support as that of the boosters, alumni, and family of the Blue Hawks. I will always be proud to wear blue and silver and to call myself a Blue Hawk! #hawksareup Hicks: All the opportunities I was given. One of the other reasons I chose DSU was because I knew I could be involved in more than just music. I was able to be involved with numerous music ensembles, musicals, CAB, and TRiO. Outside of these clubs, I was also asked to sit on the Budget Task Force committee as a student member. At a larger school, I would not have been able to be part of all of this. As much as I liked attending games, I was happy with showing my involvement on campus and being a Blue Hawk outside of sports.

What are your plans after graduation?

Ehlang: I am currently studying for the MCAT and will be applying to medical school this summer. I hope to get into school my first time applying, but if I fail to do so, I have considered traveling to an underdeveloped country to dedicate my time as well as gain medical experience. Upon graduating from medical school, I hope to pursue a career in a cardiology, orthopedics, or emergency medicine, just a few fields in which I am currently interested.

Hicks: I have moved back home to Hettinger. I am the new K-12 music teacher at the public school here and am beyond excited. I never imagined myself to go back home, but here I am. I am moving in with my sister and am in the middle of setting up my apartment! I will be teaching K-6 General Music, Junior High Band and Choir, and High School Band and Choir. The music program just received 20 brand new ukuleles and I am so excited to share those with the students and bring new ideas to Hettinger! I would like to teach for a few years while I decide what I want to do for graduate school.

My ultimate dream/goal is to teach at a college, but I do not know if I want to teach music performance or music education. I am hoping by teaching in the public school system I will gain insightful experiences to bring to graduate school.

What will you take from DSU as you move on into the future?

Ehlang: Most obvious I will take the quality education that I received from DSU’s Department of Natural Sciences. I do believe that they have groomed each and every one of us so that we will be competitive against other science graduates from far more prestigious schools. I will also take with me the experiences and memories made along the way. I’d like to thank my teammates and lifelong friends for they have helped me through the tough times and joined me in the great times.

Hicks: Just because you’re from a small town does not mean you can’t make an impact. Speaking up for what you believe in and being that change can and will impact your life for the better.

ly replied, “I have a large family.” She was so excited to have found 30 purple zippers that she did not realize until she got them home that they were the wrong style of zippers. But, with a little altering, she made them work.

After her retirement in 1990, she married former Dickinson State President, Oscar DeLong. They made Mesa, Arizona their home for the next six years, and when Oscar died in 1996, Stump-DeLong returned to North Dakota.

“I first met Winnie after she retired when she was accepting her Hall of Fame membership from the North Dakota Speech and Theatre Association,” shared Ken Haught, a friend and colleague. “Winnie’s speech was witty and cheerful and just lit up the room. After that, I knew her as a loyal patron of the arts at Dickinson State. She loved theatre and music performances and art exhibitions. She adored seeing students mature in their skills and go on to success after graduation. She was always very generous with her praise of them. I will miss her enthusiasm, her positive attitude and her dedication to education.”

Stump-DeLong’s love for the school she devoted so much of her life to moved her to record its history so that others might learn about and come to love the college as she did. In 2003, she wrote “The Story of Dickinson State: The College on the Hill, 1907-2003.” This book captured the rich history and ethos of Dickinson State. As such, it has been a welcome gift for many new employees and has been instrumental as a reference in planning the upcoming Centennial Celebration. 

 Roger Frederick Huffman was born November 4, 1929, in Rugby, North Dakota, to Elmer and Leah (Ritchie) Huffman. In 1940, the family moved to Killdeer where he graduated from Killdeer High School in 1947. He then moved to Dickinson, to attend Dickinson State Teachers College (DSTC) from the fall of 1947 through the fall semester of 1950. He joined the U.S. Air Force and served from January 15, 1951, until November 26, 1954, during which time he was stationed in Alaska and Texas. Not long after joining the air force, he married his long-time sweetheart Jean Dolezal in 1951. After his discharge from the air force, he returned to DSTC and graduated in 1955 with a degree in physical education.

As a student at DSTC, Huffman excelled in athletics—competing in football, basketball and track. He was an all-conference center in football and was on the 1947-48 DSTC basketball team, which was the first to win sole possession of a conference title. In track, he took the North Dakota College Athletic Conference championship in the 440-yard dash at the meet in Jamestown in 1949. In addition to his athletic achievements, Huffman also excelled in academics, being elected to “Who’s Who in American Universities and Colleges” in 1951.

Huffman first taught and coached at Dickinson High School in 1956, where he led the football, wrestling and track programs. Regarding his classroom teaching, LaVern Jessen, a long-time friend and colleague said, “At first, he tried teaching as if he was a fellow friend of the students. This didn’t work very well, so he changed his approach from friend to authority figure. Once he became more firm with his students, they began to respect him, and he became a successful teacher.”

In 1963, he returned to his alma mater, known at that time as Dickinson State STUMP-DELONG, HUFFMAN: Page 4

2018 FACULTY & STAFF RECOGNITION AND AWARDS CEREMONY

AN INTERVIEW WITH DICKINSON STATE’S 2018 DISTINGUISHED EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR

2018 STAFF & FACULTY AWARD RECIPIENTS

INNOVATIVE TEACHER OF THE YEAR

Lori Hauf

Assistant Professor of Business

EXCELLENCE IN TEACHING

PHYSICAL PLANT STAFF SERVICE AWARD

Assistant Professor of Nursing

Custodial Team Leader

Audrey Charchenko

LuAnn Havelka

Why did you chose to work at Dickinson State University?

I chose to work at DSU because I loved teaching as an adjunct faculty member and I couldn’t imagine a better job to work full-time. I was very excited when I saw the full-time position open as an assistant professor of accounting at DSU. How did you become interested in teaching?

I became interested in teaching when I was employed as a tutor at the Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College while attending my first two years of college. I tutored students in accounting and I loved helping them work through the questions they had on their assignments. To me, teaching is very rewarding because I get to watch students progress in their studies and in life in general. It’s a great feeling to see the pride on a student’s face when I hand them back a test they did well on, or when I get a visit or phone call from a student who is letting me know that he or she just landed a great job.

Describe your greatest professional accomplishment.

I would say that my greatest professional accomplishment is being awarded the Distinguished Educator of the Year Award. Passing the CPA exam would be right behind that.

ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF SERVICE AWARD

PROFESSIONAL STAFF SERVICE AWARD

PROFESSIONAL STAFF SERVICE AWARD

Administrative Secretary, SoBE

Executive Director of Communications & Public Affairs

IVN Course Delivery Coordinator

Cecilia Taylor

Marie Moe

Kathleen Obritsch

Congratulations to each person who was recognized at the 2018 Faculty and Staff Recognition and Awards Ceremony Wednesday, April 25. What makes a university is not the structure of the buildings, but the people who inhabit those buildings. A university is the collective effort of our faculty and staff who work to ensure DSU gives the best possible student education at all times. Thank you for everything you do, and the support and guidance you give to DSU. Sincerely, Dr. Thomas Mitzel, president Visit the University’s Flickr page to view the full album of recipients: http://bit.ly/2rN3iKM

What do you enjoy most about working at Dickinson State University?

I enjoy working with the students the most at DSU in the classroom as well as within the various club activities that are held throughout the year. I have been very honored to work with students who have great ambition to achieve their goals, have huge DSU spirit, and have a passion to make a difference in the community.

What does being recognized as the Distinguished Educator of the Year mean to you?

The Distinguished Educator of the Year Award means a great deal to me as I have been recognized for my time and effort teaching students in the classroom and in the CPA Experience, as well as for the work I have done with the students in the Business Club, SIFE, and Phi Beta Lambda. It makes me feel like I’ve made a difference at DISTINGUISHED EDUCATOR OF THE YEAR Amy Kass DSU, and I’m greatly appreciative for that Assistant Professor of Accounting recognition.

all class reunion Schedule

All Times are MT

THURSDAY, JUNE 28

SATURDAY, JUNE 30

11:30 a.m. ALUMNI GOLF TOURNAMENT

Register online by June 1, 2018 at www.dsuheritagefoundation.org 12-5 p.m.

EVENT CHECK-IN DSU Heritage Foundation (230 8th Ave W)

7:30 a.m.

FAMILY FUN DAY 10K & 5K RUN/WALK AND YOUTH COMPETITION DSU Front Lawn (291 Campus Dr) Register online at www.bestfriendsnd.org before June 22, 2018

10K: $40 | 5K Run: $25 | Youth Competition: $10 | 5K Walk: $20

5 p.m.

FIRST ON FIRST Downtown Dickinson (corner of 1st Ave W and 1st St W) An evening outdoors featuring live music, food, spirits and late night shopping! www.facebook.com/firstonfirstdickinson

7 - 9 a.m.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST Edgewood Hawks Point (1266 Signal Butte) Come over for some hotcakes and coffee to get your morning started.

Adults: $6 | Children: $3

FRIDAY, JUNE 29

9:30 a.m.

LINE UP FOR PARADE FLOATS Biesiot Activities Center (398 State Ave) Join the parade festivities by riding on a float to represent your class!

8 a.m.-4 p.m. EVENT CHECK-IN

DSU Heritage Foundation (230 8th Ave W) 10 a.m.

CAMPUS TOUR

DSU Student Center (291 Campus Dr) Tour the buildings and grounds of DSU. Call (701) 483-2557 if you have accessibility needs.

10 a.m.

ROUGHRIDER DAYS PARADE Downtown Dickinson

11:30 a.m. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION LUNCHEON - $20/person Ramada Grand Dakota Hotel (532 15th St W) A lively event that is fun, casual and celebratory. Special recognition of all classes.

5 p.m.

ALUMNI AND FRIENDS BBQ

Biesiot Activities Center (398 State Ave)

Meet at the BAC to visit with friends and alumni.

Enjoy an array of food trucks, live music and beer garden.

Admission is free. Food and beverage cost will vary.

7 p.m.

11:30 a.m. CENTENNIAL REUNION AND CLASS PHOTOS Front steps of May Hall (291 Campus Dr) 12 p.m.

FAMILY FUN DAY DSU Front Lawn (291 Campus Dr) Visit www.bestfriendsnd.org for details.

2 - 5 p.m.

DSU, DINOS, AND DESSERTS Dickinson Museum Center (188 Museum Dr E) Join us at the outdoor pavilion for free dessert.

Adults: $3 | Seniors (65 and older): $2.50 | Children (3-12): $2

REUNION OF THE DECADES This is a no host social allowing friends from these decades to get together to visit and reminisce about their college days. The gathering time will begin at 7 p.m. in coordination with other events planned that day.

1950s & 1960s - Ramada Grand Dakota Lounge (532 15th St W) 1970s - Spur Bar & Lounge (1306 W Villard St) 1980s - Champs Sports Club (1125 W Villard St) 1990s - Army’s West Sports Bar (640 12 St W) 2000s - Liquid Assets (743 State Ave N Suite D) 2010s - The Rock (113 First St W)

7 p.m.

FAMILY FUN NIGHT West River Community Center water park (2004 Fairway St)

Show your reunion wristband or lanyard for free admission!

REGISTER ONLINE at www.dsucentennial.com

Downtown Dickinson Association welcomes…

188 Museum Dr. East 701-456-6225 info@dickinsonmuseumcenter.com

Dickinson State Alumni!

• Historic Downtown Dickinson Walking Tour (self-paced) • Spirited Window Displays

FEATURING!

• Late-Night Shopping

Dickinson State Centennial Exhibit on display June 28 - October 14, 2018

• In-Store Specials • DSU Merchandise Celebrate in • 10-50% Retail Discount with DSU Centennial Lanyard Downtown Dickinson! (good thru Saturday, June 30, 2018)

June 28-30, 2018

Registered alumni can take advantage of special admission pricing during their visit!

Just show your wristband or lanyard!

• Restaurant & Bar Specials

DSU CENTENNIAL WINDOW DISPLAY CONTEST JUNE 28TH -30TH

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June 27 – July 1 CARNIVAL - DSU - former Rodeo Grounds on State Ave June 28-30 PRCA RODEO- Stark County Fairgrounds (4024 Hwy 22) June 30 PARADE- Downtown Dickinson

A community pride DSU themed contest open to area businesses.

The Dickinson Area Chamber of Commerce is excited to celebrate the Dickinson State University Centennial with a Window Display Contest!

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE CONTEST OR TO VOTE visit www.dickinsonchamber.org

July 4

DEMOLITION DERBY- Stark County Fairgrounds (4024 Hwy 22) FIREWORKS DISPLAY- DSU - former Rodeo Grounds on State Ave

STUMP-DELONG, HUFFMAN from Page 2 College, where his roles included head football coach, head track coach, head cross country coach, assistant basketball coach and assistant professor of physical education. In 1966, Huffman was named athletic director and chairman of the Department of Physical Education, posts he held until 1984 when he was named registrar and director of admissions until his retirement in 1991.

Huffman was a man of many talents. In addition to his athletic skills, he also played the banjo, the ukulele, and some brass and was known to randomly burst into song, often singing pieces he’d made up. He was an entertainer whenever he had an audience. For a man full of humor and with such a zest for life, he was also a very dedicated teacher and was not afraid to stand up for what he thought was right.

Everyone who knew him describes him the same way. Some of the frequent comments include: “He was one of a kind,” “He really enjoyed life” and “He was intensely loyal to his school. He thought everyone should go to Dickinson State.” He had a lot of passion for the people, the sports and the school he loved. Attendees of home basketball games in Scott Gymnasium could easily find him as he always watched the games from his famous folding chair under the basket. At track meets, he was often found at the finish line timing runners.

On September 12, 1987, Dickinson State showed its great appreciation for Huffman’s devotion and contributions to the school’s athletics when it dedicated the track at Whitney Stadium in his honor, naming it Roger Huffman Track. On April 9, 2010, the new track at the Badlands Activities Center (now called the Henry Biesiot Activities Center) was rededicated to Huffman for his steadfast dedication to his alma mater.

Both Stump-DeLong and Huffman dedicated much of their lives to the students of Dickinson State and to the institution itself, working hard to make them and it as successful as possible. They approached life with a sense of humor and a passion for doing good work. The effects of their love for and dedication to Dickinson State continue to shape the school that exists today.

CELEBRATION OF SCHOLARS EVENT HIGHLIGHTS STUDENT RESEARCH Dickinson State held the annual Celebration of Scholars event Saturday, April 21, on the university’s campus. Celebration of Scholars is a conference where DSU students are encouraged to showcase and present their original, scholarly work either as a poster presentation, oral presentation, fine arts performance or fine arts display. Proposals for research are submitted by students throughout the year.

The 2018 first place winners by category are: • Best Oral Presentation – Agriculture & Natural Science Levi Bassett “Land Management Changes and its Effects on Soil Nutrients” • Best Oral Presentation – Nursing Kelsey Deichert, Tammy Burke, and Helen Anukwu “Post-Operative Cognitive Dysfunction” • Best Oral Presentation – Communication, Political Science, Language & Literature: Suzanna Moberg “Engaging Secondary English Students: Implementing Elementary Engagement Techniques to Benefit High School Students in the English Classroom” • Best Poster – Education Logan Caulk “Caring for the Uncared-For” • Best Poster – Agriculture & Natural Science Jonathan Aman “The Diversity of Microbial Communities in the Gastrointestinal Tract” • Best Poster – Nursing Jennilyn Adkins, Christina Culver, Kayley Bogue, and Kimberly Nollmeyer “Nursing Bedside Shift Report” • Best Poster – Psychology Michaela Gorman “Measuring Stress in Students after Equine and Art Therapies” • Best Visual Arts Eden Jackson “Vanitas”

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4-H Livestock Showmanship Clinic ACT Testing LSAT STEM Workshop - “Understanding Electricity” STEM Workshop - “Understanding Electricity” Praxis Exams STEM Workshop - “Hands On Earth Science” STEM Workshop - “Building and Programming a Robot” STEM Workshop - “Hands On Earth Science” President’s Cabinet Open Forum Popcorn with the President STEM Workshop - “Building and Programming a Robot” NSO STEM Camp - Girls Engaged in Math and Science Roughrider Days Fair & Expo/4-H Youth Division STEM Camp - Girls Engaged in Math and Science STEM Workshop - “Let’s Get Rational” Roughrider Days Fair & Expo/4-H Youth Division STEM Camp - Girls Engaged in Math and Science (G.E.M.S.) STEM Workshop - “CSI Botany” STEM Workshop - “Let’s Get Rational” Roughrider Days Fair & Expo/4-H Youth Division Roughrider Days Fair & Expo/4-H Youth Division STEM Camp - Girls Engaged in Math and Science Centennial Celebration - Alumni Golf Tournament Centennial Celebration - Event Check-in Centennial Celebration - First on First “The How and the Why” Performance Centennial Celebration - Event Check-in Centennial Celebration - Campus Tour Centennial Celebration - Alumni Association Luncheon Centennial Celebration - Alumni and Friends BBQ Centennial Celebration - Reunion of the Decades “The How and the Why” Performance Centennial Celebration - Pancake Breakfast Centennial Celebration - 10K/5K Run/Walk and Youth Competition Centennial Celebration - Line Up For Parade Floats Centennial Celebration - Roughrider Days Parade Centennial Celebration - Family Fun Day Centennial Celebration - Centennial Reunion and Class Photos Centennial Celebration - DSU, Dinos, and Desserts Centennial Celebration - Family Fun Night “The How and the Why” Performance

DSU Events - www.dickinsonstate.edu/events

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