BISMARCK STATE COLLEGE MAGAZINE
2 PRESIDENT KALK
Meet Dr. Brian Kalk BSC’s 8th President
3 ALL-AMERICANS
Mystics make history with their first-ever NAIA All-Americans
7 HONORING EXCELLENCE AND CELEBRATING BSC’S OUTSTANDING ALUMNI
8 PURPOSE MEETS PRACTICALITY
Flexibility and affordability make BSC an easy choice for education student, Hunter Hoffman
19TH ANNUAL BSC
FRIDAY, JULY 17, 2026
Catalyzing
Hit the road with BSC President Brian Kalk and enjoy a scenic drive across North Dakota to the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora. Proceeds from this year’s President’s Run will support the Bismarck State College Theatre Program.
CONTRIBUTING WRITERS AND
Grace Acheson, Bailee Bulman-Hanson, Sophia Fafard, Logan Hoff, Holly Schaeffer, Kyra Sullivan, Cory Wrolstad
PHOTOGRAPHY AND DESIGN
Cole Bernhardt, Logan Hoff, Luis Vilella, Haylie Flesness
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MEET BISMARCK STATE COLLEGE’S 8TH PRESIDENT,
DR. BRIAN KALK
Dr. Brian P. Kalk is a leader, educator and public servant whose career has taken him from the classroom to energy research, military service, statewide elected office and leadership in higher education. Born in Bottineau, N.D., he was raised with the values that define the state: hard work, integrity and service to community. He began his academic journey at Dakota College at Bottineau, an experience that grounded him in the people and priorities of North Dakota. He went on to complete a B.S. degree in political science from Campbell University, an M.S. degree in Environmental Engineering and a Ph.D. in Natural Resources Management, both from North Dakota State University (NDSU). He also served 20 years in the U.S. Marine Corps.
President Kalk, who started his role on campus in April, is dedicated to leading BSC by focusing on continued growth, innovation and opportunities for students.
Q&A: GET TO KNOW PRESIDENT KALK
WHAT’S YOUR GO-TO COMFORT FOOD?
“It used to be a Dairy Queen blizzard, but now I’ll have to go with cooked broccoli.”
HOW DO YOU LIKE TO SPEND A FREE WEEKEND?
“Doing something outdoors or active: going on walks with my wife Karen, boating, attending hockey games, etc.”
DO YOU HAVE A FAVORITE SPOT ON CAMPUS SO FAR?
“Easy: The Well Bean coffee shop in the Health Science building.”
WHAT’S A BOOK, PODCAST, SHOW OR MOVIE YOU’VE ENJOYED RECENTLY?
“One of my favorite movies is “Invincible,” which is based on a true story. Sidebar, I got to meet Vince Papale in real life and hear him speak.”
WHAT’S ONE PIECE OF ADVICE YOU ALWAYS COME BACK TO?
“There is no substitute for hard work.”
WHAT’S SOMETHING PEOPLE MIGHT BE SURPRISED TO LEARN ABOUT YOU?
“I started college in the fall of ’84, but didn’t receive my doctorate until 2006.”
IF YOU WEREN’T WORKING IN HIGHER EDUCATION, WHAT WOULD YOU BE DOING?
“Either working in the energy industry or at a golf pro shop!”
WHAT EXCITES YOU MOST ABOUT THE FUTURE OF BISMARCK STATE COLLEGE?
“The student journey. From initial recruitment, to graduation, to seeing them succeed out in the workforce.”
ALL-AMERICANS
MYSTICS MAKE HISTORY WITH THEIR FIRST-EVER NAIA ALL-AMERICANS
GAINESVILLE, Fla. – It’s the finals of the last event of the weekend. The crowd is letting them hear it; they’ve reached their highest volume. They know what’s at stake.
On the track, four runners pound across the banked indoor track. A 200-meter indoor track, it sits on risers at the County Sports and Events Center. When the crowd is silent, you can hear each powerful stride vibrate the temporary support structure as the athletes race by. Now, it’s so loud you can only see the runners. They each grip the baton as they round the corner, headed into the final straightaway, just over 60 meters to the finish line.
Bismarck State sophomore Cayden Kraft holds the baton for the Mystics. He’s tucked by runners from Eastern Oregon and St. Thomas (Fla.) as the final leg of the men’s 4x400-meter relay enters the homestretch. He knows it’ll take everything he has left to win the footrace.
Kraft finds a gap. He makes his way out from behind the pack in lane one, across lane two, and into lane three as the field stretches four-wide down the straightaway.
“ THIS IS WHAT HE LIVES FOR, GO CATCH ‘EM.”
– Julia Hammerschmidt,
Head Coach
Step by step, they push to cross the line in front. They lunge to gain every millisecond possible, but none of them are in front of the Bismarck native who, in comeback fashion, wins the heat as all runners finish within a half-second of each other.
The first of two heats in the finals, it solidifies the Mystics on the podium and propels them to their third place finish in the event. The relay of junior Nathan Mathern, freshman Keaton Saastad, freshman Timol Walters and Kraft has become the first and only BSC athletes to earn bronze or higher at the NAIA level. An incredible feat for a school in just its first year on that stage, but it’s not the only one.
What followed over the course of three days in Gainesville was a breakthrough moment for Bismarck State Track & Field; one built on personal records, fearless performances and athletes who refused to believe they were supposed to wait their turn on the national stage.
The Mystics arrived at the NAIA Indoor Track & Field Championships as newcomers. They left as All-Americans.
Kraft’s anchor leg in the 4x400-meter relay may have provided the final exclamation point, but the momentum had been building all weekend. Earlier Saturday, the sophomore sprinter became the first individual NAIA All-American in school history when he placed seventh in the men’s 400-meter dash with a time of 47.29 seconds. It was another school record for Kraft, who had already lowered the mark a day earlier in prelims with a 47.67.
The relay podium finish only cemented what the weekend had already shown: BSC belongs.
On the women’s side, sophomore sprinter Priviledge Bower delivered one of the top performances of the championships. After qualifying fourth-fastest in the prelims of the women’s 60-meter dash with a school-record 7.49, Bower returned in the finals and placed fourth nationally in 7.45 seconds, earning All-America honors and becoming one of the premier sprinters in the NAIA.
Her impact extended beyond one race. Earlier in the meet, Bower also lowered the school record in the 200-meter dash while placing 16th nationally, giving the
The men’s 4x400-meter relay team after their third-place finish. (L to R) Timol Walters, Nathan Mathern, Coach Julia Hammerschmidt, Keaton Saastad and Cayden Kraft.
Mystics scoring opportunities and national relevance on both the men’s and women’s sides.
The relay success stretched beyond the 4x400.
BSC’s men’s distance medley relay team, consisting of freshmen Connor Ensign, Daniel Oduse, Xavier Bell and Jakson Ensign, continued their rapid rise throughout the championship. After qualifying for finals in 10:02.16, they returned to run 10:02.14 and finished sixth overall, becoming the first relay team in school history to earn NAIA All-America honors.
That youth movement defined much of the Mystics’ success.
Freshman Connor Ensign entered the mile seeded 15th nationally but raced far beyond his ranking. He advanced through prelims with a then-schoolrecord 4:15.69 before lowering the mark again in the final with a 4:14.84 to place ninth overall. Ensign’s twin brother Jakson followed close behind, finishing 11th in 4:16.24, a personal best that capped one of the strongest distance performances in program history.
Across nearly every event group, BSC athletes found another level.
Mathern narrowly missed the 400-meter final but still delivered a personal-best 48.01 in prelims to place
10th overall after entering seeded 14th. Freshman Tsitsi Karanda added another school record in the women’s 600-meter run, clocking 1:35.22 to finish 15th nationally.
Even performances that didn’t result in podium finishes reflected how quickly the program has evolved. The women’s 4x400meter relay opened the championships with a school-record 3:55.06 before being disqualified following review. Sophomore Kennedy Harter narrowly missed scoring in the triple jump, finishing in a tie for 21st. By the end of the weekend, the numbers told part of the story. The BSC men tied for 21st nationally with 11 points, while the women tied for 43rd with five.
But the bigger story was harder to measure.
It was in the confidence shown by freshmen competing fearlessly against seasoned national contenders. It was in the way school records kept falling almost every event. It was in the image of Kraft charging down the final straightaway, refusing to settle for anything less than first across the finish line.
For a program competing in its first NAIA season, Gainesville was more than a successful championship meet. It was proof that BSC Track & Field had already arrived.
If the indoor season revealed anything, it’s that this group is only getting started.
WOMEN’S WRESTLINGBUILDING A FOUNDATION: MYSTICS WOMEN’S WRESTLING MAKES HISTORY IN YEAR ONE
PARK CITY, Kan. – The final whistle had sounded, the brackets were complete and the first season in program history had officially come to an end. But inside Heartland Credit Union Arena, in Park City, Kan., the significance of the moment for Bismarck State College Women’s Wrestling was only beginning to settle in.
In just their inaugural season, the Mystics had already produced national qualifiers, battled through one of the toughest tournaments in the country, and most importantly, earned the first All-America honors in program history.
For a first-year program still laying its foundation, the NAIA Women’s Wrestling National Championship became more than just the end of a season. It became proof of how quickly BSC had established itself on the national stage.
Leading the breakthrough performances was sophomore Rei Ogden, who battled her way to a fourth-place national finish at 124 pounds. Her tournament run showcased the resilience and determination that defined the Mystics all season long.
After receiving a first-round bye, Ogden suffered a quick setback with a first-period fall in her opening match. Instead of fading from contention, she responded with one of the strongest comeback runs in the bracket, winning four consecutive matches to fight her way into the thirdplace bout.
She opened the streak with a 14-9 decision before adding a pin at 2:03 in the following round. Her biggest moment came later in the consolation bracket when she trailed 12-11 late in the match but found an opening and secured a dramatic fall at 4:28, turning a near elimination into a momentum-changing victory. Ogden followed with an 8-3 decision to officially lock up All-America status before ultimately finishing fourth nationally.
Her performance marked the highest finish by any Mystics wrestler at the NAIA level and established her as one of the
The men’s distance medley relay after their sixth-place finish.
(L to R) Xavier Bell, Connor Ensign, Jakson Ensign and Daniel Oduse.
top competitors in the country at the 124-pound weight class.
At 131 pounds, freshman Alexis Schneider added another milestone performance for the Mystics.
Coming in as the ninth-ranked wrestler in the division, Schneider pieced together a consistent 4-2 tournament record, advancing deep into the placement rounds and clinching All-America honors with a dominant technical fall victory in her final match. She opened the tournament with backto-back decision wins, 9-0 and 9-2, before dropping into the consolation side of the bracket after a technical fall loss.
From there, Schneider regrouped quickly. She earned a pin at 4:15 to stay alive in the tournament, then narrowly lost a competitive 9-6 decision that sent her into the seventhplace match. In her final bout of the season, Schneider delivered one of
her strongest performances of the year, earning a technical fall at 4:56 to secure seventh place nationally and become BSC’s second All-American.
Together, Ogden and Schneider gave the Mystics their first two All-Americans in program history, an accomplishment few first-year programs achieve so quickly.
BSC also saw freshman Lakota Rogers qualify for the national tournament at 117 pounds, giving the Mystics three national qualifiers in the program’s debut season. While Rogers was eliminated after two tough matches, her qualification itself reflected the rapid development of the roster and added another important building block for the future.
The national tournament served as a fitting snapshot of the season as a whole: a young program learning quickly, competing fearlessly and proving it could belong alongside established NAIA teams.
What stood out most wasn’t simply the placements on the podium, but the pace at which the Mystics accelerated throughout the year. In a matter of months, Bismarck State Women’s Wrestling went from a brand-new program to producing national qualifiers and All-Americans.
That success now becomes the standard moving forward.
With foundational pieces already in place and history already made, the Mystics leave their inaugural season with momentum, experience and the belief that even bigger accomplishments are ahead.
Alexis Schneider finishes second at the Heart of America Conference Championships to punch her ticket to the NAIA National Championships.
The Mystics celebrate after a successful week of competition in Gainesville.
“…TODAY
WELL-LIVED MAKES EVERY YESTERDAY A DREAM OF HAPPINESS, AND EVERY TOMORROW A VISION OF HOPE.” – REMARKS SHARED BY
NADEANE SILBERNAGEL
Bismarck State College proudly celebrated the remarkable achievements of its alumni at the 2026 Alumni Awards Dinner and Hall of Fame Induction on May 14. The evening honored individuals and families whose leadership, service and dedication continue to make a lasting impact on BSC and communities across the region.
Melissa Gordon, named 2026 Alumna of the Year, was recognized for her outstanding career as an artist, educator and advocate for the arts in North Dakota.
Rising Star recipient Jade Scherr was honored for her entrepreneurial leadership and commitment to mentoring and community engagement through her marketing agency, HexaHive.
The Dr. A. James & Nadeane Silbernagel Family received the Legacy Family Award for their multi-generational connection to BSC and continued dedication to service, education, and community growth.
BSC also inducted several outstanding athletes, coaches and teams into the Athletic Hall of Fame, recognizing their achievements and lasting contributions to Mystics athletics. Honorees included Lars Smeenk, Spencer Gillund, Evonne Vaplon, Jeni Walsh, and the 2019 Mystics Volleyball Team, whose fourth-place national finish marked one of the most historic seasons in program history.
Together, these honorees represent the spirit of BSC’s leadership, innovation, service and a commitment to building a stronger future.
Learn more about the stories behind the 2026 honorees at bismarckstate.edu/AlumniAwards
Melissa Gordon
Spencer Gillund
Lars Smeenk
Evonne Vaplon
Jade Scherr
Dr. A. James & Nadeane Silbernagel Family
Jeni Walsh
2019
BSC Mystics Volleyball Team
PURPOSE MEETS PRACTICALITY
Flexibility and affordability made BSC an easy choice for education student Hunter Hoffman.
For second-year student Hunter Hoffman, the decision to attend Bismarck State College was an easy choice. Not only is campus close to home, but the combination of BSC’s flexibility and affordability makes seeking a college degree entirely attainable.
“I have family that attended BSC. Campus is close to home, and the tuition is very affordable,” Hunter says. “It just made sense.”
Outside of class, Hunter is passionate about golf, baseball, traveling and spending quality time with his family and friends.
Hunter is dually enrolled at both BSC and Valley City State University (VCSU). He is on track to graduate in 2028 with a Bachelor of Applied Science in Foundations of Teaching from BSC, along with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from VCSU. This strategic combination of dual degrees will provide him with the credentials to enter the workplace fully equipped to start a career in elementary education.
BSC’s coursework has been uniquely valuable as Hunter works toward a career as an elementary teacher. On brand with BSC’s polytechnic commitment, Hunter expressed how thankful he is for the coursework’s realworld, hands-on approach.
“ I had lots of practice with creating assignments and experiencing real-life scenarios that prepare you for in the classroom after college. I learned about different topics, like working with students with disabilities.”
– Hunter Hoffman
Hunter expressed how his teachers are both exceptional and very responsive whenever he has questions, even in his
fully online classes. He has already had the opportunity to shadow classrooms to get a feel for the day-in-the-life as an elementary teacher. As he progresses through the program, he will complete student teaching hours to prepare him to enter the workforce with both confidence and experience.
After graduation, Hunter is aiming for a teaching position in the Bismarck area to stay close to his friends, family and community.
In light of his positive experience so far, he views BSC as a clear path forward for anyone seeking reliable and affordable education. Hunter is also a recipient of the Adrian & Ardeth Taylor Memorial Scholarship.
“You’ll save some money; it’s a good program that allows you to go at your own pace, and you don’t have to rush through it,” Hunter says.
BSC’s adaptable, cost-conscious approach to education puts his future goals well within reach.
To learn more about the collaborative bachelor’s degree in education at BSC visit bismarckstate.edu/EducationPartners
DUAL CREDIT, DONE DIFFERENTLY.
On any given Wednesday in a rural North Dakota high school educational setting, you might find students gathered around hydraulic trainers, troubleshooting faults or calibrating systems — the kind of hands-on work typically reserved for a college lab or workforce-ready classes.
Thanks to a growing partnership model, Bismarck State College is bringing that experience directly into high school regional Career and Technical Education (CTE) centers, expanding access to advanced manufacturing and energy education for students across the state.
EXPANDING ACCESS IN ND RURAL COMMUNITIES
In many rural districts, high school students have strong interest in technical careers but limited exposure to the pathways that lead there. Travel distance, cost and equipment needs can make it difficult to offer specialized training locally.
BSC’s dual credit model is helping close that gap.
Through partnerships with CTE centers, high school students can earn a Mechatronics I certificate or an Operator I certificate while they are still in high school. These programs provide foundational training in safety practices, industrial science, mechanical drives, hydraulics, DC/ AC electrical systems and print reading, which are skills closely aligned with North Dakota’s workforce needs.
“ This is all about bridging the gap. ”
– Mandi Eberle, BSC Assistant Dean
COLLEGE-LEVEL LEARNING, CLOSE TO HOME
Rather than requiring students to travel to campus, BSC faculty travel to the regional CTE centers. Industry-trained instructors deliver curriculum on site and provide hands-on lab experience, using industry-grade equipment.
“ This partnership removes geographic barriers by bringing college-level technical education directly into their high school experience. ”
– Lyle Krueger, Assistant Director at Central Regional Area Career and Technical Center.
The program is currently a pilot program and has already demonstrated strong interest. Enrollment of 53 students in Fall 2025, followed by another 44 students in Spring 2026, shows the growing demand for advanced technical training delivered locally.
Current regional CTE partners include:
• Central Regional Area Career and Technical Center (Bismarck)
• Southwest Area Career and Technical Education Academy (Dickinson)
• Williston Basin Career and Technical Education Center (Williston)
• James Valley Career and Technology Center (Jamestown)
CREATING CLEAR CAREER PATHWAYS
Students who complete the certificate can enter the workforce directly after graduation or continue seamlessly into BSC’s two or four-year degree programs. Because courses are offered as dual credit, students also benefit from reduced tuition rates, making college-level education more affordable for families.
At its core, the initiative reflects BSC’s broader commitment to serving communities across North Dakota. By delivering programs beyond campus walls, the college is helping ensure that where a student lives doesn’t limit what they can pursue.
As the pilot continues, BSC is exploring opportunities to expand the model to additional rural communities. The ultimate goal is to lend support toward strengthening workforce pipelines while creating new possibilities for students close to home.
To learn more about BSC’s Dual Credit options visit bismarckstate.edu/DualCredit
For Greg and Yvette Bavendick, Bismarck State College is more than an institution; it is a community they describe as a “second family.” Their connection to the college is a story of family tradition, humble service and a vision for the future.
The Bavendick family’s deep-rooted connection with BSC began with Greg’s late father, Frank, a former Bismarck Junior College track athlete in 1949-50 whose loyalty to the college spanned a lifetime. More than just a fan in the stands, Frank was a constant presence within BSC athletics. He frequently joined students for workouts in the Armory, building genuine relationships with the athletes.
Frank’s unwavering support paved the way for Greg and Yvette to deepen their own connection to the college. While attending games alongside him, they witnessed the interaction between Frank and the BSC community, particularly the student-athletes. Yvette recalls these interactions sentimentally. “When we walked in there, everybody was greeting Frank. It’s just like one big family.” These interactions inspired them to build their own relationship with BSC, carrying on the Bavendick family’s legacy of support.
Greg and Yvette have become pillars of the BSC community, with their support extending beyond financial contribution. They are a constant, encouraging presence on campus, attending nearly every athletic
event and team send-off to cheer on the Mystics. Their presence means just as much as their generosity to the studentathletes they support. As Nick Pegors, a junior track and field athlete, shared, “Not only do they provide many of us athletes with scholarships, but they also show their support by being in the stands, cheering us all on.”
For the Bavendick family, student success is at the heart of their philanthropy. This philosophy started with Frank and Joanne decades ago. This year alone, their generosity has provided nearly 200 scholarships to students in athletics and the energy programs, which are of importance to the family. Despite the scale of their impact, the Bavendicks remain
Greg and Yvette Bavendick celebrating “Break Open the Bav” on May 6, 2026
humble, often shying away from the spotlight. “I’m happy that I know that people appreciate it,” Greg remarked. Their reward is in the hundreds of thank-you cards they receive each year from the students they have helped. They treasure those messages, reading and keeping each one.
This desire to help others is one of the reasons the Bavendicks provided the lead gift for the college’s new athletic building. Recognizing the serious need for an upgraded facility, they wanted to create a better experience for both students and guests.
The project also serves as a tribute to Frank. According to them, it was a no-brainer. “We didn’t have second thoughts about it. This is something that Frank always wanted,” Yvette mentioned while recalling that Frank had discussed renovating the Armory with former BSC athletic director Buster Gilliss, but that he believed a new facility was the best option for BSC’s future. By making the Bavendick Center
possible, Greg and Yvette have turned Frank’s dream into a reality.
Greg and Yvette view the Bavendick Center as more than an asset to campus; they see it as a boost to the entire Bismarck-Mandan community. They hope to see the facility bring more large-scale events and tournaments to the region while also serving as a recruitment tool for the college. “It is truly gonna be the nicest facility for basketball, volleyball and wrestling in the state,” Greg shared. This addition will benefit everyone who steps on campus.
As BSC continues to grow in enrollment and expand its athletic programs, the Bavendicks are excited to see what the future holds. They look forward to seeing the stands filled with fans enjoying the experience. While you can always find Yvette as the biggest cheerleader in the stands, she hopes to eventually see cheerleading return to the sidelines to energize the crowd and lead the Mystic spirit.
The legacy Greg and Yvette Bavendick are building at Bismarck State is more than bricks and mortar; it is an investment in people. Through their generosity, they have created a campus that feels like home and a place where students find opportunity and athletes feel truly supported.
Their dedication to BSC ensures the college remains a welcoming home of opportunity and a vital part of the Bismarck community that they value. The Bavendicks’ spirit of giving will leave a mark on the lives of students for generations to come.
“ The Bavendick family represents the very best of what it means to be part of MysticNation. Because of their support, generations of students will have access to opportunities that shape their futures in academics and athletics. ”
– Dr. Dan Leingang, Vice President for Operations/ Chief Operations Officer
Ribbon -cutting for the new Bavendick Center, May 6, 2026
Jason Harris with artist Ashton Kinnebrew, former Mystics athlete, presenting Greg and Yvette Bavendick with a hand-painted rendering of the Bavendick Center.
CATALYZING CAMPUS LIFE AND ATHLETIC ADVANCEMENT AT BSC
It was talked about. Built up. Counted down. And now, it’s finally open!
On May 6, Bismarck State celebrated the long-awaited grand opening of the Bavendick Center, the new “Home of the Mystics.” Together with students, employees, donors, alumni and community members, the college celebrated with an official ribboncutting and an evening packed with activities and Mystic pride, including tours of the new facility, a Mystics basketball showcase, an alumni mixer, a donor social, and, of course, Mystics swag.
Just days later, the new facility served as the backdrop for another historic moment as the BSC Class of 2026 became the first graduating class to celebrate inside the Bavendick Center. During the college’s 86th Commencement Ceremony on May 15, graduates crossed the stage in front of family and friends gathered in a packed arena, creating one of the first major traditions at the facility. The ceremony highlighted not only the accomplishments of BSC’s graduates but also the college’s continued momentum as it enters a new chapter of growth and opportunity.
More than just a sports complex, the Bavendick Center, affectionately known as “The Bav,” was built to serve the entire BSC community. From recreational opportunities to competitive athletics and large-scale events like graduation, the facility is a central gathering place for students, fans and visitors alike.
Students supported the initiative primarily to improve campus recreation and accessibility, replacing the outdated Armory building that didn’t meet current standards and lacked proper ADA accessibility for all athletes and guests.
In 2023, BSC students, led by the Student Government Association, supported a ballot initiative to help fund a new multipurpose facility. More than 82% voted in favor of a student fee increase to help cover a portion of the cost. Overall, construction of The Bav is funded by a combination of student fees, a significant lead gift from the Frank and Joanne Bavendick family and many other community donations.
The Bavendick Center’s vast array of features is designed to make it a true gathering place for competition, events and activity. The nearly 2,000-seat arena, private club seating for 100, nine executive suites, full-service bar and concessions and a state-of-the-art sound and video system create a first-class, game-day atmosphere for fans and athletes. For student-athletes, The Bav represents a major step forward in training, competition and the overall game-day experience. BSC Director of Athletics Jason Harris says the facility ranks among the finest in the Frontier Conference and the NAIA, providing upgraded spaces that will help elevate both performance and fan engagement.
“ IT’S ALL ABOUT THE ENVIRONMENT THAT’S CREATED HERE; THE ATMOSPHERE. ” HARRIS SAYS.
“ IT’S A PLACE WHERE STUDENTS WILL WANT TO COME WATCH THEIR MYSTICS COMPETE. ”
Beyond competition, the facility features a climbing wall, a digital sports simulation room and an esports lab, giving students hands-on opportunities to train, compete and connect in new ways. The Bavendick Center also serves the broader community, offering public access to an indoor walking track, a team store and a refreshment shop that’s open daily during the week, making it a year-round destination for wellness and engagement.
According to Harris, the investment in a modern facility enhances athletics, BSC campus life and the wider public.
“The Bavendick was proposed and built to serve both the entire campus and the community as a whole,” Harris says. The impact of the Bavendick Center extends beyond BSC athletics. Beginning this summer, the facility will host several high school sporting events, including the Lions All-Star Basketball Game in July and the North Dakota High School Activities Association Class B Region 4 Volleyball Tournament this fall, bringing studentathletes, families and prospective future Mystics to campus.
While the grand opening and the college’s first commencement ceremony in the facility marked historic milestones, they represent only the beginning of The Bav’s story. As students, student-athletes and community members gather within its walls for competitions and campus events, the Bavendick Center will continue to serve as a place where connection and Mystic pride come together. time on Sept. 18.
SHAPING GENERATIONS THROUGH EDUCATION & COMMUNITY
On a quiet stretch of land just outside Bismarck, acres once purchased with vision and hard work have blossomed into what is now known as Silver Ranch. It’s more than a development project. It’s a testament to faith, family and a deep belief in education that has shaped generations of the Silbernagel family.
Originally from Napoleon N.D., Jim Silbernagel earned his Doctor of Optometry from Pacific University in Oregon. It was there that he met Nadeane, an Oregon native, and the couple married in 1958. In 1960, they moved to Bismarck, where Dr. A. James started his practice at the Missouri Valley Clinic and later established the Capitol Vision Clinic
in 1967. Having previously farmed in Napoleon and Dawson N.D., Jim purchased a farm northeast of Bismarck in 1971. While the family maintained their primary residence in town, the farm served as a secondary place where the family kept busy with chores, taking care of animals and enjoying the outdoors. That same land has since been thoughtfully planned and developed into Silver Ranch, with Investcore, Inc. continuing the family’s investment in the community.
Outside of the farm, Nadeane’s natural ability to connect with people led her to professional and volunteer roles where she could support her neighbors and advocate for the community. For Nadeane, life has always been about connection. “Strangers are just friends waiting to be met,” she
says, a philosophy that has guided her through every season of life. Nadeane quickly became part of Bismarck’s foundation, building lasting relationships at Job Service North Dakota, North Dakota Safety Council and later founded the Bismarck Safety Village program in 1982, now operated by the Bismarck Parks and Recreation District.
The Silbernagel Family at the opening of Silver Ranch Elementary School
Jim and Nadeane Silbernagel
Having already earned her degree before moving to Bismarck, Nadeane joined Jim in stressing the importance of a college education to their children. The couple found a natural home with Bismarck Junior College (BJC), valuing its welcoming atmosphere and practical educational model. What stood out most was that BJC welcomed everyone, recent high school graduates, parents returning to school and older, non-traditional students looking to start something new.
“So many people are now successful and own businesses because of their education from Bismarck State College.” Nadeane values BSC’s affordability and practicality. “You can walk out with something you can do for life.”
Their eldest daughter, Donna, was the first to attend BJC, though her journey there was not direct. After initially attending in-state universities, she returned to Bismarck, unsure if she wanted to continue college. Encouraged by her father to attend a BJC college fair, she wandered until she found a table labeled “Management Degree.” Organized and a natural planner, she immediately saw herself in that path. Donna flourished at the college under the mentorship of faculty Jim Wright and Murray Turner, and Carla Bickert. She joined the Marketing Club and qualified for the national DECA
She could work while paying tuition, and the smaller class sizes allowed her to build meaningful relationships with instructors and fellow students. Donna’s memories of the campus are centered around a vibrant, close-knit community where the Student Union and the Armory restaurant served as the heartbeat of student life. Though the college has evolved into a modern institution, she believes it still provides a sense of belonging that has shaped generations of her family.
Donna’s commitment to the college evolved from student to advocate as she spent decades bridging the gap between Bismarck’s high schools and Bismarck State. Throughout her teaching career at Century High School and her work with the Bismarck Public Schools Career Academy, she fostered collaborations between programs and eventually returned to BSC as a Tech Prep and Career Resource Coordinator for the SW Region of ND, proudly ushering new generations into their futures. She has served multiple terms on the BSC National Alumni Association and served as president from 2024-2025.
The Silbernagel family’s connection to BJC/BSC is a true multi-generational legacy. Eight family members across three generations have walked its halls, but perhaps their most remarkable milestone was having all three generations enrolled in a single class. Nadeane shared a classroom with her daughter, Donna, and her granddaughter, Janna, a unique experience Nadeane remembers fondly: “You couldn’t live your life without going to a Mike McCormack class.”
The family’s impact on Bismarck is reflected in the Silbernagel name, which translates roughly to “silver nail,” while
education, ensuring that history and education remain a part of the community.
The presence of the carpentry house built by BSC students on this land serves as a symbol of the relationship between the college, Investcore, Inc., and the family.
When asked to describe BSC in one word, Nadeane smiles and says it cannot be done. Her favorite memories include attending concerts, music activities, watching plays, and hearing community speakers who shared knowledge she could pass on to others. Along with attending these activities with family and friends. Donna’s favorite memory is simple: sitting on the hill overlooking the river at sunset, reflecting possibilities, purpose, and being grateful for life.
For the Silbernagels, BSC has been a defining force that helped shape their values and careers across generations. By staying rooted in the Bismarck community they love, the family built successful lives without sacrificing their close-knit togetherness. They wholeheartedly encourage their future generations to find their own path at the institution. For them, BSC has always been the bridge between family, career and community. They hope this legacy continues not only through their children and grandchildren, but through other families in Bismarck.
The Silbernagel story is not simply about one family success. It is about a community college that opened its doors and became part of a family’s identity and about a family that, in turn, gave back to the community it calls home.
Jim and Nadeane Silbernagel
2025-2026
Leaving your legacy…
Your generosity will leave a lasting impression on our students now and in the future. Your support empowers dreams, transforms lives and enriches our community. Thank you for investing in the education of BSC students.
BISMARCK STATE COLLEGE 2025-26 SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS
The Bismarck State College Foundation congratulates our outstanding BSC scholarship recipients and gratefully recognizes our donors for establishing these important scholarships.
ACADEMIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Myron Ackerman Memorial Scholarship
Will Easum Dickinson, ND
Dax Frank Bismarck, ND
Kale Hansen Killdeer, ND
Noah Martel Bismarck, ND
Robert Mehrer Dickinson, ND
Chris Albin Memorial Scholarship
Ryan Burchill Williston, ND
American Legion Loyd Spetz
Post 1 Veterans Scholarship
Casey Crouse Lincoln, ND
Jessica Kadate Mandan, ND
Alec Anagnost Memorial Scholarship
Jessamyn McCollam Bismarck, ND
Kalynn Ross Mandan, ND
Debbie Anderson Memorial Scholarship
Image Everett White Shield, ND
Myron & Marjory Atkinson Scholarship
Aspen Dunford Killdeer, ND
Vada Krueger Dickinson, ND
Pamela Torres Mandan, ND
Myron Atkinson Jr. Scholarship
Cianna Fanta Steele, ND
Myron Atkinson Sr. Scholarship
Tyler Holdeman Bismarck, ND
Patrick Atkinson Scholarships for Enriching ND
Jasmine Casas Dickinson, ND
Leah Charley Minot, ND
Gage Gullickson Fort Yates, ND
Erik Hein Bismarck, ND
Libima Kollie Bismarck, ND
Jessica Rhoades ............................ Lincoln, ND
Nicholas Schlinger Bismarck, ND
Bradley & Claudia Ballweber Scholarship
Tyler Fried Bismarck, ND
John Rude Dickinson, ND
Ronald R. Becker Memorial Scholarship
Allie Jahner Bismarck, ND
Don Bigwood Scholarship
Max Geiger Bismarck, ND
Kyler Larson Bismarck, ND
Michael Thompson Mandan, ND
Gordon & Paula Binek Scholarship
Cale Redlin Woodworth, ND
Robert & Jeannie Bird Scholarship
Aidan Grossman Bismarck, ND
Bismarck Rural Firefighter Scholarship
Annelise Dickhut Bismarck, ND
Paul & Judith Bodmer English Scholarship
Jacelyn Keener Fort Yates, ND
Boekes Family Scholarship
Ben Ottemoeller ..........................Bismarck, ND
Ervin & Dorothy Bourgois
Memorial Scholarship
Reese Anderson Bismarck, ND
Mya Becker Mandan, ND
Jenna Brave Bull Mandan, ND
Anna Clifton Dickinson, ND
Taylor Dietrich East Fairview, ND
Ethan Eidahl Mandan, ND
Chezny Erickson Hebron, ND
Brycen Glass Hebron, ND
Paige Joppa Hettinger, ND
Braden Klym Dunn Center, ND
Grady Larson Sidney, MT
Mads Rud Bismarck, ND
Mitchell Rysgaard Bismarck, ND
Chloe Schmalenberger Lincoln, ND
Jordee Skaar Stanley, ND
Alaina VanderWal New Salem, ND
Alexa Varty Mohall, ND
Codyn Ystaas ............................. Dickinson, ND
Boyd Family Scholarship
Patten Assel Bismarck, ND
Carley Malm Fort Pierre, SD
Montana Martell Mandan, ND
Daryl & Donna Braun Scholarship
McKenna Brendel Bismarck, ND
Addison Ereth Bismarck, ND
Abigail Ferguson .........................Bismarck, ND
Redik Glaser Bismarck, ND
Mary Muscha Regan, ND
James Nagel Bismarck, ND
Walter L. & Lucille Braun
Memorial Scholarship
Jazmyn Brintnell Bismarck, ND
Ellen Duffey Bismarck, ND
Gavin Hauck Bismarck, ND
Avery Klein Garrison, ND
Elijah McNear Bismarck, ND
Wyatt Starck Bismarck, ND
Brosz Engineering Foundation Scholarship
Devin Septon ............................... Bowman, ND
Robert R. & DeLayne M. Brown Scholarship
Dalton Feist Napoleon, ND
Oscar Garcia Bismarck, ND
Aiden Greer Cleveland, ND
Grace Haider Bismarck, ND
Jordyn Heidrich Strasburg, ND
Tyler Kastrow Dickinson, ND
Dru Kautzman Bismarck, ND
Jacob Kramer Douglas, ND
Gavin Kutzer Bismarck, ND
Regan Lanzrath Bismarck, ND
Tate Olson Mandan, ND
Connor Roehrich Hazelton, ND
Jolynne Strobel Denhoff, ND
Logan Wetzel Bismarck, ND
BSC Academic Honors Scholarship
Maya Doppler Bismarck, ND
Dyllan Heidt Bismarck, ND
Joseph Klein Bismarck, ND
Taya Laidlaw .................................... Fargo, ND
Mason Simanton Malta, MT
Jenica Twete Bismarck, ND
Mya Wicks Richardton, ND
Caroline Witte Wessington Springs, SD
BSC Foundation Scholarship
Asia Becherl Bismarck, ND
Jamie Conlon Bismarck, ND
Dylan Czapiewski Bismarck, ND
Allison Dyke Minot, ND
Jacob Frohlich Bismarck, ND
Karley Gange-Gerhardt ................Mandan, ND
Madelyn Gefroh Cleveland, ND
Brodie Gerhardt Bismarck, ND
Cali Gerhardt Bismarck, ND
Michael Huravitch Bismarck, ND
Joseph Juma Bismarck, ND
Peter Lancaster Bismarck, ND
Nelly Matanda Lincoln, ND
Bennet McHugh Mandan, ND
Mygel Porter Mandan, ND
Kayden Schmitcke Bismarck, ND
Payge Schock Bismarck, ND
Peyton Schock Bismarck, ND
Harley Ternes ............................. Washburn, ND
Warren Tobiasz Mandan, ND
Hailyann Turner Bismarck, ND
Emma Wald Bismarck, ND
Jessica Waln Pine Ridge, SD
BSC Foundation Family Scholarship
Colton Becher Hensler, ND
Alyssa Bitz Mandan, ND
Morgen Fischer Mercer, ND
Harper Harris Mandan, ND
Jenna Helgeson Mandan, ND
Sierra Kainoa Bismarck, ND
Jessa Lee Bismarck, ND
Laura Pitcher ................................Bismarck, ND
Emily Roberts Bismarck, ND
Dylan Schaeffer Bismarck, ND
Briley Steele Bismarck, ND
Kennedy Stormer Mandan, ND
Cole Vesey Bismarck, ND
“Your support means so much—it helps students like me stay focused and driven toward our dreams, and I’m incredibly grateful for the opportunity to keep pushing forward.”
–Anna Arndt
Tim Atkinson Scholarship
BSC National Alumni Association Scholarship
Tayton McDowell Napoleon, ND
BSC President’s Run Scholarship
Tristan Fahlsing Wishek, ND
Noah Krueger Bismarck, ND
Jace Lovely Puyallup, WA
Davian Welch
Hazen, ND
BSC Student Government Association
Alumni Representative Scholarship
Paysha Rex ................................... Bowman, ND
BSC Student Government Association
Foundation Representative Scholarship
Jenica Twete Bismarck, ND
Mike & Peggy Bullinger Scholarship
Kyrston Campbell Bismarck, ND
Harrison Cobb Bismarck, ND
Jesse Feist Lincoln, ND
Haylee Jundt Rugby, ND
Alyvia Puckett Powers Lake, ND
Marcia Carlisle Memorial Scholarship
Kaia Hennings Bottineau, ND
Patricia Higgins Caudel
Memorial Scholarship
Brynn Crane Baldwin, ND
Kenadi David Lidgerwood, ND
Alex Hamilton Menoken, ND
Alaina Hinkelman Bismarck, ND
Ruth Jensen Bismarck, ND
Nicholas Kamish Crystal, MN
Mercedes Lura Carrington, ND
Caelyn Mason Bismarck, ND
Mitchell Murphy Dickinson, ND
Chloe Poffenberger Bismarck, ND
Ericka Vosberg Center, ND
Roxanne Willys Barrios Mandan, ND
Marc & Betty Christianson
Memorial Scholarship
Jade Alkire Parshall, ND
Samah Konneh Bismarck, ND
Payge Schock Bismarck, ND
Cohen Seime Bowbells, ND
William & Patricia Clairmont
Family Scholarship
Caine Kalash Bismarck, ND
Taylor Little Steele, ND
Kyila Olson Bismarck, ND
Leah Rolland Leonard, ND
Sydney Ternes Washburn, ND
Monique Vetter Bismarck, ND
Becky Collins Scholarship
Ashley Martodam Willow City, ND CyberCon Scholarship
Srivihdya Igathinathane Bismarck, ND
Dylan Schepp Minot, ND
Anjuli Uran Dickinson, ND
Cecilia Deichert Scholarship
Nicole Yetter Bismarck, ND
Warren DeKrey Memorial Scholarship
Hope Roy Bismarck, ND
Delta Kappa Gamma Scholarship
Grace Lelm Bismarck, ND
Gordon Dietrich Scholarship
Brenan Bartholomay Sheldon, ND
Patrick & Mary Dirk Scholarship
Kya Ekstrom Mandan, ND
Maya Smith Minot, ND
Kameron Stiffler Enterprise, AL
Doosan Bobcat STEM Scholarship
Kristine Binstock Bismarck, ND
Dominic Gardner ..........................Mandan, ND
Derek Holen Watford City, ND
Samuel Ulrich Jamestown, ND
Makiyah Wahl McClusky, ND
Vern & Lynne Dosch Scholarship
Jeffrey South Lincoln, ND
Cheryl Elsbernd Scholarship
Alexandra Nilles Bismarck, ND
Marvin E. & Lois J. Erdmann
Memorial Scholarship
Emma Duffy Bismarck, ND
Everus Construction Group Scholarship
Serina Marohl Bismarck, ND
Chase Steiner ............................ Dickinson, ND
Dr. Marcus & Margaret Fiechtner Scholarship
Isabella Nolan Hazen, ND
Payton Weisz Hazen, ND
Walt & Norma Fiedler Memorial Transfer Scholarship
Alex Everson Casselton, ND
Taryn Malmedal Bismarck, ND
Rebbekah McPherron Bismarck, ND
Blaize Morris Bismarck, ND
40 Et 8 Nursing Scholarship
Cassie Kindsfater Hettinger, ND
Hope Qualls Bismarck, ND
Abby Rivinius .................................. Gackle, ND
Julie Westergaard Linton, ND
Debra Gallagher Scholarship
Brendan Hust Mandan, ND
Debra Gallagher & Greg Tschider Scholarship
Trevor Andrews Bowman, ND
Olivia & Milan Ganser Scholarship
Savannah Gustavsson Mandan, ND
Gate City Bank Scholarship
Navania Alteros Bismarck, ND
Gateway Pharmacy, LLC Scholarship
Karley Gange-Gerhardt Mandan, ND
Melody Robinson Bismarck, ND
Florence P. George Memorial Scholarship
Delayne Gullicks Bismarck, ND
John Giese Scholarship
Laci Rauser Bismarck, ND
Laura Gilbreath Memorial Scholarship
Kimberly Gefroh Hague, ND
Caitriona Hennessy ......................Bismarck, ND
Reghan Jeide Bismarck, ND
Bailey Reinke Bismarck, ND
Alexis Ritzman Mandan, ND
Jennifer Gladden Memorial Scholarship
Zannah Bjerklie Minot, ND
Karalyn Eide Minot, ND
Tayler Falcon Minot, ND
Lillyan Hoffman Minot, ND
Kaylee Jaensch Minot, ND
Ray Grabar Scholarship
Mark Nordin Oxbow, ND
Cammie Veldkamp Bismarck, ND
Timothy & Joann Haas Scholarship
Avery Williams Harvey, ND
John Hammer Scholarship
Hunter Grenz Napoleon, ND
Vern & Doris Hansen Scholarship
Cadence Morey Bismarck, ND
Steven Harris Memorial Scholarship
Eden Anton Lincoln, ND
Gerrie Ellis Hase Scholarship
Hope Qualls Bismarck, ND
Dr. Beulah M. Hedahl Memorial Scholarship
Kaden Solemsaas Bismarck, ND
Winnifred Coyne Hedahl
Student Nurse Scholarship
Anna Mershon Mandan, ND
Barbara Nielsen Heinle Scholarship
Shawna Schatz-Buchholtz Wilton, ND
Warren & Rose Marie Henke Memorial Scholarship
Elias Flanagan Bismarck, ND
“Thank you again for your investment in my future. Your kindness has inspired me to work hard and, one day, give back to my community and help other students achieve their goals, just as you have helped me.”
–Alina Ilse
K. Buechler Scholarship
Bryce & Maxine Hill Memorial Scholarship
Ethan Miller Bismarck, ND
Ashlyn Sundley Powers Lake, ND
Espen Westby Fargo, ND
Hites Family Foundation Transfer Scholarship
Matthew Porter Mandan, ND
Daisy Sparrow Mercer, ND
Brayden Weidner Bismarck, ND
Elin Williams Blackfoot, ID
Ray & Gertha Hoffman Scholarship
Austin Hoffmeyer Wheatland, ND
Niles & Ginger Hushka Scholarship
Austin Falk ...................................Bismarck, ND
Christopher Nuelle Mandan, ND
INSPIRITUS Community Health
Foundation Scholarship
Carrie Essler Garrison, ND
Terista Guthmiller ........................... Harvey, ND
Kolbey Larson Fessenden, ND
Skylar Simes McClusky, ND
Nicole Steele Garrison, ND
Chuck & Carol Iten Scholarship
Carly Aho Bismarck, ND
Adyson Gallagher Bismarck, ND
Josiah Haverluk Bismarck, ND
Martin Heberlie Des Lacs, ND
Lauren Katzung Mandan, ND
Merissa Sitzmann Edgeley, ND
Summer Thomas Fargo, ND
Dr. Amy Juhala Memorial Scholarship
Michael Twardoski .......................Bismarck, ND
Jim Kirkeide Memorial Scholarship
Mya Kittler Turtle Lake, ND
Aubree Lunde Upham, ND
Rebecca Tschida Fort Rice, ND
Scott Klingenstein Memorial Scholarship
Madysen Fitterer Bismarck, ND
Thomas C. Knudson Memorial Scholarship
Lakota Rogers Pine Ridge, SD
Frank Koch Memorial Scholarship
Alexandra Nilles Bismarck, ND
Dr. Eugene & Carol Kralicek
Memorial Scholarship
Abbygail Sample ....................... Dickinson, ND
Brian Kroshus Scholarship
Frances Taylor Minneapolis, MN
Ken LaMont Memorial Scholarship
Victoria Sanchez Valley City, ND
Katie Wald Bismarck, ND
Keith & Marlys Landeis Scholarship
Heidi Hamelton ............................Mandan, ND
Angie Michel Bismarck, ND
Robert Landgren Memorial Scholarship
Annelise Dickhut Bismarck, ND
Samantha Dumont New Town, ND
Allison Dyke Minot, ND
Kiley Huebner Thompson, ND
Janessa Metz Bismarck, ND
Mandi Mosser Minot, ND
Noah Schettler Menoken, ND
Kayden Schmitcke Bismarck, ND
Peyton Schock Bismarck, ND
Jordan Sunstrom Grafton, ND
Michael Twardoski .......................Bismarck, ND
Megan Wahl Bismarck, ND
Emma Wald Bismarck, ND
Kage Walford Warwick, ND
Danielle White Bismarck, ND
Langerud Family Scholarship
Shayna Bolles-Evans Mandan, ND
Tyler Holdeman Bismarck, ND
Larks Community FUNd Scholarship
Savannah Gustavsson Mandan, ND
Cole Shirley Minneapolis, MN
Leonard & Doris Larshus
Memorial Scholarship
Elizabeth Dahl Bismarck, ND
McKenna Faulkner ............................. Ruso, ND
Harold King Larson Memorial Scholarship
Scott Booth Bismarck, ND
Ethan Hoechst Bismarck, ND
Lauren Weiler Bismarck, ND
Leona P. & Francis A. Larson/ JC Penney Scholarship
Josey Andersen Killdeer, ND
Mary Morris Laschkewitsch Memorial Scholarship
Tayler Hamilton Rugby, ND
Hailey Nelson Plaza, ND
Dr. Kermit Lidstrom Memorial Scholarship
Jocelyn Puckett ..................... Powers Lake, ND
David Ludwig Scholarship
Ericka Vosberg Center, ND
Thomas Marple & Michele Doyle Scholarship
Aaron Blumhagen Washburn, ND
David Davis Mercado Bismarck, ND
Allie Dockter Linton, ND
Dave Mason Scholarship
Jake Herr Wishek, ND
Peter A. & Judy N. Masset Scholarship
Jasmine Casas Dickinson, ND
Linda & David McAdoo Scholarship
Jacob Frohlich Bismarck, ND
Brielle Wrangham ........................Bismarck, ND
J. Michael McCormack Scholarship
Kenzie Brunelle Rolla, ND
Sophia Fafard Bismarck, ND
Cierra Mack Pettibone, ND
MDU Resources Foundation Scholarship
Kendra Berger Center, ND
Weston Klatt .............................. Dickinson, ND
Mengqi Ni Bismarck, ND
Gideon Taiwo Bismarck, ND
Dennis F. Meyer Memorial Scholarship
Aidan Grossman Bismarck, ND
Kalef Yalartai West Fargo, ND
Military Family Scholarship
Zoey Duodu Dickinson, ND
William “Bill” Mills Memorial Scholarship
Trista Enget Powers Lake, ND
Roy & Patricia Mindt Scholarship
Ty Brenna Keene, ND
Landon Eaton Reeder, ND
Allison Engelhart ............................ Ashley, ND
Gabi Irving Pierre, SD
Porter Johnson Heimdal, ND
Paige Kraenzel Hebron, ND
Jackson Lematta Fessenden, ND
Conner Rohrich Pollock, SD
Autumn Sackman Dickinson, ND
Alexis Schneider Kintyre, ND
Mystic Council Scholarship
Graysen Connolly Golden Valley, ND
Moses Ilunga Bismarck, ND
Isaiah Johnson Bismarck, ND
Mygel Porter Mandan, ND
Cammie Veldkamp Bismarck, ND
ND Society of Professional Engineers Scholarship
Dalila Sharp Bismarck, ND
Carl & Leora Nelson Memorial Scholarship
Abby Mathern Edgeley, ND Nursing Program Scholarship
Emma Walz Bismarck, ND
Marcia Olson Memorial Scholarship
Nolan Meeker Bismarck, ND
Doris Orr Memorial Scholarship
Hunter Sailer Beulah, ND
Greg A. Painter & Dr. Lynette Borjeson
Painter Scholarship
Zari Smith ..................................... Noonan, ND
Jack & Kristen Paris Scholarship
Alyssa Bitz Mandan, ND
Jaron Frank Hettinger, ND
Julia Morton Mandan, ND
Gracie Schlosser Mandan, ND
Arthur & Edith Pearson Foundation Scholarship
Will DeMontigney Dunseith, ND
Sofie Huff Donnybrook, ND
Tom & Mary Probst Scholarship
Ella Dove Velva, ND
Tyler Ketterling Bismarck, ND
Sarah Miiller .................................Bismarck, ND
Aliya Schock Bismarck, ND
Callie Vollmer Wing, ND
Kenneth D. Reno Scholarship
Makenze Leifson Mandan, ND
Kenneth D. & Carmen K. Reno Scholarship
Triton Bren Bismarck, ND
Wilfredo Collazo ..........................Bismarck, ND
Maren Gaebe Bowman, ND
McKenna Geiger Mandan, ND
Sarah Griffith Belfield, ND
Clayre Hilbert Mandan, ND
Brayden Kastrow Dickinson, ND
Izzy Miller Adrian, ND
Lorynn Miller Bismarck, ND
Carrie Muggli Carson, ND
Blake Peters Dickinson, ND
Mason Pudwill Bismarck, ND
Noah Rud New Salem, ND
Cortland Vetter Bismarck, ND
Emma Walz ..................................Bismarck, ND
Lloyd Ritchie Memorial Scholarship
Payten Binstock South Heart, ND
Lucy Heyen Bowman, ND
Hailee Weber Carrington, ND
Warren & Joan Robinson Scholarship
Luke Eidahl Mandan, ND
Larry & Faye Rolfson Scholarship
Hazel Drewlo Bismarck, ND
Wryder Egeland Bismarck, ND
Jade Koenig Mandan, ND
Donald L. Russell Memorial Scholarship
Maison LaCoe Bismarck, ND
Connor Roehrich Hazelton, ND
Bryson Vannett ................................ Minot, ND
Barbara Nicola Saba Memorial Scholarship
Sophia Koenig Mandan, ND
Glady Velez Bismarck, ND
Erik Sakariassen Scholarship
Caine Kalash Bismarck, ND
Sanford Health Scholarship
Makenna Adam Underwood, ND
Bailey Bothwell Bismarck, ND
Emerson Carufel Bismarck, ND
Ava Coston Crosby, ND
Tavia Eberle Bismarck, ND
Monica Gardner Mandan, ND
Sarah Grahl ...................................Mandan, ND
Breanna Heilman Harvey, ND
McKenna Hickel Dickinson, ND
Kinzie Hoff Dickinson, ND
Sydney Jacobson Hatton, ND
Grace Kennelly Grand Forks, ND
Edward Kudalor Bismarck, ND
Michaella Lanz Bismarck, ND
Britni Leingang Bismarck, ND
Cheyanne Lindgren Ashley, ND
Hannah McGraw Beulah, ND
Tia McMillan Jamestown, ND
Kourtnee Metz Beulah, ND
Ava Moser ................................. Napoleon, ND
Isabella Nolan Hazen, ND
Brita Oppegaard Crosby, ND
Nawruz Sabery Bismarck, ND
Abbygail Schmidt Gladstone, ND
Ava Seibel Beulah, ND
Blessing Topera Bismarck, ND
Emberly Van Daele ......................... Rhame, ND
Alaina Vander Wal New Salem, ND
Danielle White Bismarck, ND
Jocelyn Zink Bismarck, ND
Joan & Donald Schatz Memorial Scholarship
Anna Bitz Napoleon, ND
Bob Schindler Memorial Scholarship
Kennedy Harter Driscoll, ND
Ragen Shrader Mandan, ND
McKynzee Thompson Driscoll, ND
Clara Schleicher Memorial Scholarship
Mason Pudwill Bismarck, ND
Kay Schlosser Scholarship
Tevyn Friedt ................................... Lincoln, ND
Karen A. & Fred A. Schmidt Scholarship
Colinda Gannon Beulah, ND
Kyler Larson Bismarck, ND
Lyle & Charlene Schuchard Scholarship
Dalila Sharp Bismarck, ND
Harold & Karen Schulz Scholarship
Sierra Olson Bismarck, ND
Hailey Penor Mandan, ND
Jane & Gary Schulz Scholarship
Grace Lelm Bismarck, ND
Mary Moses Schwichtenberg
Memorial Scholarship
Hannah Norlin Williston, ND
John & Mary Shaffer Scholarship
Kameron Bodvig Medina, ND
Jeremiah Crosby Williston, ND
Zahn Gisinger Bismarck, ND
Grace Grimm Bismarck, ND
Chance Leingang Mandan, ND
Gracie Rauschenberger Minot, ND
Cody Veldkamp Jamestown, ND
Alexis Vetter Linton, ND
Ken & Anne Shaffer Memorial Scholarship
Brynn Arnold Menoken, ND
Ashlyn Binstock Bismarck, ND
Alytris Cork Bismarck, ND
Kali Dauenhauer ..........................Bismarck, ND
Ethan Decker Bismarck, ND
Leslie Hayes Garrison, ND
Carson Henke Bismarck, ND
Parker Henrich West Fargo, ND
Kyle Johnson Kensal, ND
Hudsen Lemar Minot, ND
Ella Luhmann Bismarck, ND
Alexandra Nilles Bismarck, ND
Nick Pegors Bismarck, ND
Braxton Perkins Jamestown, ND
Abby Rivinius Gackle, ND
Brooklyn Sand Bismarck, ND
Kameron Stiffler .......................... Enterprise, AL
Jessica Waln Pine Ridge, SD
Aisha Zaffino Mandan, ND
Cliff & Mary Skogen Memorial Scholarship
Hayden Defoe Hettinger, ND
Oscar Perkins Hettinger, ND
Gerald Skogley Memorial Scholarship
Nicholas Kamish ..........................Bismarck, ND
Edward & Gladys M. Smith
Memorial Scholarship
Marle Baker Bismarck, ND
Brea Chrest Bismarck, ND
Cianna Fanta Steele, ND
Jace Kunze Bismarck, ND
Kendyl Milas Bismarck, ND
Leah Rosencrans Minot, ND
Isabelle Terning Bismarck, ND
Kensington Zander Bismarck, ND
Jason & Dr. Nigeria Stahl Scholarship
Brooke Bosch Linton, ND
Tristan Schaffner ........................ Napoleon, ND
Bob Stenehjem Memorial Scholarship
Zari Smith Noonan, ND
Zachary Weinberger Bismarck, ND
Wayne Stenehjem Memorial Scholarship
Lindsey Honeyman Bismarck, ND
Edwin & Margaret Stern Scholarship
Colton Becher Hensler, ND
Julian Browning Bismarck, ND
Gregory Fuher Ellendale, ND
Kadin Kolden Ryder, ND
Cole Mogren Kenmare, ND
Margaret & Harley Swenson Scholarship
Reese Andres Roblin, MB
Nora Cederstrom....................Park Rapids, MN
Connor Ensign Bismarck, ND
Jakson Ensign Bismarck, ND
Madysen Fitterer Bismarck, ND
Jenny Pulkrabek Mandan, ND
Chason Schumacher Scranton, ND
Swenson, Hagen & Co. Scholarship
Brady Leingang Mandan, ND
Adrian & Ardeth Taylor Memorial Scholarship
Ashlynn Christensen Gladstone, ND
Hunter Hoffman Center, ND
Brayden Olson West Fargo, ND
Aldeen Paris Welsh Taylor Memorial Scholarship
Gavin Guinn Bismarck, ND
Reghan Jeide Bismarck, ND
Isaiah Johnson Bismarck, ND
Maisa Martel Bismarck, ND
Kennedy Senn Bowman, ND
Madison Thompson Almont, ND
Francisco & Bertha Tello
Memorial Scholarship
Geneva Gonzales Bismarck, ND
Alexandra Joersz Bismarck, ND
Josie Lange Ypsilanti, ND
Ashley Mehlhoff ...........................Bismarck, ND
Cedric K. & Mary K. Theel Scholarship
Caezar Petrus Bismarck, ND
Dr. Donna S. Thigpen Nursing Scholarship
Gabrielle Haug Bismarck, ND
Harvey Thorson Memorial Scholarship
TayLee Abrams Billings, MT
Brooke Banyai.................................... Elgin, ND
Olivia DeFoe Hettinger, ND
Alexus Delzer Mandan, ND
Hadly Erickson Almont, ND
Liberty Friez Mandan, ND
Shannon Gebhart Meadow, SD
Chesney Gjermundson Richardton, ND
Grace Goetz Richardton, ND
Jessica Goranson Mandan, ND
Blair Ham Shadehill, SD
Duncan Hauck Billings, MT
Calaghan Hauser Hebron, ND
Isabella Heinert Mandan, ND
Camden Hjellming..................... Dickinson, ND
Alexas Johnson Mandan, ND
Wyatt Johnson Mandan, ND
Cassie Kindsfater Hettinger, ND
Aryana Kingsley Mandan, ND
Abigail Lennick New Salem, ND
Wyatt McGee Mandan, ND
Colby McGrath New Salem, ND
Lexi Miller Mandan, ND
Logan Miller Mandan, ND
Emma Mosbrucker Mandan, ND
Jasmine Nash Timber Lake, SD
Paige Osadchuk Mandan, ND
Mygel Porter Mandan, ND
Carly Rehbein ............................ Dickinson, ND
Isaiah Richter Hazen, ND
Kaden Ritz Mandan, ND
Lakota Rogers Pine Ridge, SD
Tyler Rossow Flasher, ND
Riley Schneider Hebron, ND
Brynn Stern Hazen, ND
Brylee Swarts Baker, MT
Kari Thompson Almont, ND
Westin Tischmak Mandan, ND
Abby Toepke New Salem, ND
Lexi VandenBurg Flasher, ND
Tevya Vogle Hebron, ND
Brooke Voiles ................................Mandan, ND
Tobyas Waldock Mandan, ND
Jessica Waln Pine Ridge, SD
Shayna Watson Dunn Center, ND
Kierra Wiesinger Bentley, ND
Linda & Robert Tonolli Scholarship
Karree Gabel Bismarck, ND
Reese Turner Bismarck, ND
Bill Townsend Scholarship
Matthew Levorson Bismarck, ND
Irene Tschider Scholarship
Talyn Hertz Bismarck, ND
Cael Hilzendeger Bismarck, ND
Irene & Morris Tschider Scholarship
Pressida Clarke Mandan, ND
Susanna Francetich Bismarck, ND
Bharti Gupta Bismarck, ND
Piper Harris Mandan, ND
Tyler Heen Bismarck, ND
Landen Lanser Bismarck, ND
Landon Leno ................................Bismarck, ND
Cooper Mikkelsen Bismarck, ND
Allie Nybakken Mandan, ND
Taylor Odden Bismarck, ND
Londyn Paulson Bismarck, ND
Brody Sauvageau Mandan, ND
Dani Sheehan Bismarck, ND
Olivia Thorenson Mandan, ND
David Vetter Menoken, ND
Timol Walters Mandan, ND
VFW Post #1326 Veterans Scholarship
Ellison Feland Almont, ND
Curt Walth Scholarship
Brittany Bearsheart ......................Bismarck, ND
Curt & Beverly Ann Walth Scholarship
Hattie Dockter Wahpeton, ND
Abigail Hudkins Velva, ND
Jocelyn Redka Richardton, ND
Owen Schleppenbach Killdeer, ND
Robert & Lillian Ward Scholarship
Ethan Bell Sterling, ND
Cassandra Yri Bismarck, ND
John Weeda Memorial Scholarship
Kaylea Kealoha Williston, ND
Tony P. Welder Memorial Scholarship
April Dahme Bismarck, ND
Danette Welsh Scholarship
Aubrey Schmidt ...........................Bismarck, ND
Lyle Warner Memorial Scholarship
Jaret Alber Dickey, ND
Colton Green Maddock, ND
Gracee Thorlakson Cavalier, ND
Ralph Werner Memorial Scholarship
Kya Kulzer Washburn, ND
Michael H. & Mavis Wickstrom
Memorial Scholarship
Lucas Macdonald Bismarck, ND
John Rude Dickinson, ND
Seth Sauer Bismarck, ND
Anita & Loretta Wilson Scholarship
Jake Herr ....................................... Wishek, ND
Albert & Karen (Rausch) Wolf
Family Scholarship
Brooklyn Fuller Mandan, ND
Barb & Dan Wrolstad Scholarship
Sienna Berube Washburn, ND
Kurt F. & Lois J. Zerr Scholarship
Ella McCarthy Linton, ND
Becky Ziegler Scholarship
Kali Dauenhauer Bismarck, ND
Aleah McPherson Bismarck, ND
Kate Zimmer Kenmare, ND
Mark Zimmerman Scholarship
Tyler Fried ....................................Bismarck, ND
Patrick Johnson Minot, ND
Hudsen Lemar Minot, ND
ATHLETIC SCHOLARSHIPS
Bavendick Family Scholarship
Ojone Akubo-Adegbe Nigeria
Alexia Anderson Jamaica
Leon Andersson Gotenburg, Sweden
Trevor Andrews Bowman, ND
Brynn Arnold Menoken, ND
Brian Atkinson Rapid City, SD
Korbin Bateman Mattoon, IL
Arionna Beatty Mountain View, HI
Noah Bedlion ............................ Bottineau, ND
Bryce Bedrosian St. Catharines, ON
Xavier Bell New Town, ND
Kash Berdahl Watford City, ND
Alyssa Bitz Mandan, ND
Kamayua Black Jr. Princeton, TX
Josh Bourbeau Bonnyville, AB
Priviledge Bower ............................. Zimbabwe
McKenna Brendel Bismarck, ND
Ty Brenna Keene, ND
Ethan Brintnell Bismarck, ND
Mariah Buffalo-Halfred Eagle Butte, SD
Kayden Camacho Glyndon, MN
Nora Cederstrom Park Rapids, MN
Victor Christian Westby, MT
Riley Cline Hazen, ND
Harrison Cobb Branston, England
Brynn Crane Baldwin, ND
Macy Crane Baldwin, ND
Jekori Dahlen Halliday, ND
Nekori Dahlen .............................. Halliday, ND
Daylon Danks Mandaree, ND
Shannoah Danks Mandaree, ND
Valentine Datawa Zimbabwe
Houston Davis Belcourt, ND
Rajawn Davis Bismarck, ND
Beau Denny Chandler, AZ
Kylan DePoorter Casper, WY
Djiby Diallo Bismarck, ND
Greyson Dockter Fargo, ND
Aspen Dunford Killdeer, ND
Kellie Dunlop Rolla, ND
Connor Ensign Bismarck, ND
Jakson Ensign ..............................Bismarck, ND
Adeia Erickson Billings, MT
Hadly Erickson Almont, ND
Sophia Fafard Bismarck, ND
Tayler Falcon Minot, ND
Gracie Ferriter Butte, MT
Katelynn Folvag Grenora, ND
Greg Fuher Ellendale, ND
Brooklyn Fuller Mandan, ND
Madelyn Gefroh Cleveland, ND
Emiley Gereau Manvel, ND
Caleb Gimbel Alexandria, MN
Alpha Graduway Hennepin, MN
Grace Grimm ...............................Bismarck, ND
Pablo Guzman Billings, MT
Blair Ham Shadehill, SD
Karsen Haney Lethbridge, AB
Harper Harris Mandan, ND
Piper Harris Mandan, ND
Liam Hase Anchorage, AK
Brayden Heinle ............................Bismarck, ND
Kaia Hennings Bottineau, ND
Tate Herrmann West Fargo, ND
Benjamin Hilstock Oceanside, CA
Cael Hilzendeger Bismarck, ND
Isaiah Horan Sun Prairie, WI
Chase Hubbel Hamilton, ON
Kiley Huebner Thompson, ND
Sofie Huff Donnybrook, ND
Coltan Ireland Bismarck, ND
Cynnaca Jones Omaha, NE
Tsitsi Karanda Zimbabwe
Kaylea Kealoha Williston, ND
John Kenny ...................................Windsor, CO
Colton King Dickinson, ND
Chris Kirtchner Flen Burnie, MD
Weston Klatt Dickinson, ND
Cayden Kraft Bismarck, ND
Wyatt Kraft Davenport, ND
Kya Kulzer Washburn, ND
Drake Kunza Moorhead, MN
Taya Laidlaw Fargo, ND
Jamison Langois Liberty, SK
Grady Larson Sidney, MT
Bryce Lasher Bismarck, ND
Koen Levy Bismarck, ND
Berlyn Lindbo Bismarck, ND
Owen Lindstrom ...................... Devils Lake, ND
Jace Lovely Puyallup, WA
Mercedes Lura Carrington, ND
“Your belief in my potential is both humbling and inspiring, and I am excited to make the most of this opportunity. I hope one day to give back to others in the same way you have supported me and my journey.”
–Josey Andersen
Leona P. & Francis A. Larson/ JC Penney Scholarship
Odavi Magembe Bismarck, ND
Ethan Maier New Salem, ND
Jordyn Marcoux Ponoka, AB
Nathan Mathern Bismarck, ND
Paige McAllister Fargo, ND
Hannah McGraw Beulah, ND
Isaac Mitchell Bismarck, ND
Bryson Mohs Forest Lake, MN
Haily Molde Moose Jaw, SK
Kassidi Monroe ............................Bismarck, ND
Brynnlee Murdock Riverton, UT
Kaylee Narmah Fargo, ND
Jasmine Nash Timber Lake, SD
Catherine Nichols Star Valley, WY
Emory Noll Beach, ND
Eli Nyhammer Andover, MN
Blake Olmsted ........................... Rapid City, SD
Alex Panitzke Glenwood, MN
Nicholas Pegors Bismarck, ND
Belinda Perry (Whiteman) Bismarck, ND
Michael Pfliger Mandan, ND
Pacey Phillips Oyen, AB
Thomiah Poor Bear Martin, SD
Austin Privratsky Bismarck, ND
Rron Radoniqi Regina, SK
Cale Redlin Woodworth, ND
Eric Reiling Vauxhall, AB
Paysha Rex Bowman, ND
Alexis Ritzman Mandan, ND
Shayna Roach .................................. Fargo, ND
Lakota Rogers Pine Ridge, SD
Leah Rolland Leonard, ND
William Roundy Killdeer, ND
Roy Rude Moorhead, MN
Alyvia Ruiz Billings, MT
Keaton Saastad............................. Mayville, ND
Addison Salverson Mound City, SD
Victoria Sanchez Valley City, ND
Parker Sandstrom Ray, ND
Adilyn Schaff Watford City, ND
Aliya Schock Bismarck, ND
Kennedy Senn Bowman, ND
Eric Shadoan Apex, NC
Cole Shirley Minneapolis, MN
Jaden Silha Glendive, MT
Kasey Simons Berthold, ND
Kathryn Sliman Gooding, ID
Kenneth Smith Burlington, ND
Patience Smith ............................... Gillette, WY
Ava Stafford Cody, WY
Adrian Steidler Bismarck, ND
Kameron Stiffler Enterprise, AL
Braydnn Terry Rozet, WY
Hannah Thiel New Salem, ND
Summer Thomas Fargo, ND
Eli Thompson Bismarck, ND
Hailyann Turner Bismarck, ND
Izac Turner Bismarck, ND
Kaydence VanRay Pingree, ND
Alexa Varty Mohall, ND
Jennifer Verdin Hettinger, ND
Alec Vincent .............................. Las Vegas, NV
Nolan Wahlfeldt Belle Fourche, SD
Jessica Waln Pine Ridge, SD
Jada Walter Jamestown, ND
River Walters Rapid City, SD
Timol Walters Mandan, ND
Davian Welch Hazen, ND
Avery Wesley ................................Pittsburg, PA
Jaheem Whyte Jamaica
Saige Wickel Burley, ID
Markita Wiggins Bismarck, ND
Kaeden Wilcox Casper, WY
Bud Wilkie Bottineau, ND
Atticus Wilkinson Bismarck, ND
Dedra Wood Bismarck, ND
Kalef Yalartai West Fargo, ND
McKenzie Yantzer Mandan, ND
Aisha Zaffino Mandan, ND
Ashton Zimney Bismarck, ND
BB #13 Ben Berg Memorial Scholarship
Brayden Bunnell ...........................Mandan, ND
Parker Henrich West Fargo, ND
Tate Mart LaMoure, ND
Treyton Stewart Bismarck, ND
Ben Watson Bismarck, ND
BSC President’s Cup Golf Tournament Scholarship
Natalie DeCoteau St. John, ND
Raegen Honeyman Bowman, ND
Rieanna Ogden Bismarck, ND
Kennedy Stormer Mandan, ND
Dr. James & Nancy Christensen Scholarship
Aleah McPherson Bismarck, ND
Brooklyn Sand Bismarck, ND
Margo and Gary Dietz Scholarship
Alexis Schneider Kintyre, ND
Marie Giesinger Athletic Scholarship
Cadence Cook Bismarck, ND
Frank Gilchrist Memorial Scholarship
Tristen Davis Belcourt, ND
Delaney Deschamp Dickinson, ND
Jenner (Jacob) Smude Bismarck, ND
Jordan Sunstrom Grafton, ND
Ken Hoff Alumni Athletic Scholarship
Houston Davis Belcourt, ND
Avery Wesley Pittsburg, PA
Debra Hoistad & Jo Koch
Athletic Scholarship
Kennedy Harter Driscoll, ND
Ed Kringstad Memorial Scholarship
Peyton Sims Bismarck, ND
Rita Wise Spirit Bismarck, ND
Sam McQuade Sr. Charity
Softball Tournament Scholarship
Savannah Gustavsson Mandan, ND
Sam & Bertha Merritt Memorial Scholarship
Kali Dauenhauer Bismarck, ND
Reese Duchsherer Bismarck, ND
Chelsa Krom Bismarck, ND
Alionna Lawrence Minnewauken, ND
Ashley Martodam .................... Willow City, ND
Aleah McPherson Bismarck, ND
Alex Proctor Fargo, ND
David Shilling Fargo, ND
William Ware Bismarck, ND
Jayden Weist Mandan, ND
Carter Zeller Fargo, ND
Kate Zimmer ............................... Kenmare, ND
LeRoy Nayes Memorial Scholarship
Natalie DeCoteau St. John, ND
Raegen Honeyman Bowman, ND
Rieanna Ogden Bismarck, ND
Kennedy Stormer Mandan, ND
Brielle Wrangham Bismarck, ND
Dale Pahlke Rodeo Scholarship
Sam Andrews Bowman, ND
Will DeMontigny Dunseith, ND
Kale Hansen Killdeer, ND
Elijah Ramos Killdeer, ND
Larry & Faye Rolfson Scholarship
Gavin Guinn .................................Bismarck, ND
Cindy Schaaf Rodeo Scholarship
Chesney Gjermundson Richardton, ND
Tyler Hansen Killdeer, ND
Callie Vollmer Wing, ND
Dwayne Sticka Scholarship
Nora Cederstrom Park Rapids, MN
Paul R. Swanson Memorial Scholarship
David Shilling Fargo, ND
William Ware Bismarck, ND
Carter Zeller Fargo, ND
Joel & Rachel Wohlfeil Athletic Scholarship
Emerson Carufel Bismarck, ND
Angie Worley Plaine
Team Builder Scholarship
Kate Zimmer Kenmare, ND
JOURNALISM SCHOLARSHIPS
Bismarck Tribune Celebrate 2000
Legacy Scholarship
Kayden Schmitcke Bismarck, ND
BSC Foundation Scholarship
Liberty Friez Mandan, ND
Isaiah Johnson Bismarck, ND
Jaxon Miller Jamestown, ND
Mygel Porter Mandan, ND
Paysha Rex Bowman, ND
Kayden Schmitcke Bismarck, ND
Judith Ekberg Johnson Scholarship
Mygel Porter Mandan, ND
William & Marietta Ekberg Scholarship
Jaxon Miller Jamestown, ND
Joan Elizabeth Hedahl Memorial Scholarship
Isaiah Johnson Bismarck, ND
John R. Sakariassen Memorial Scholarship
Clayton Sicble Fox Bismarck, ND
Dorothy Shertzer Memorial Scholarship
Sophia Fafard Bismarck, ND
PERFORMING ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS
Tim Atkinson Scholarship
Anna Arndt Bismarck, ND
Paul Bakkum Scholarship
Lennon Kulackoski Bismarck, ND
Lydia Bavendick Memorial Scholarship
Brenan Bartholomay Sheldon, ND
Jamie Conlon Bismarck, ND
Kaige Deschene Bismarck, ND
Logan Fix Hazen, ND
Maximillian Gabriel Bismarck, ND
Chesney Gjermundson Richardton, ND
Redik Glaser Bismarck, ND
Grace Gross Bismarck, ND
Gavin Guinn Bismarck, ND
Domanic Kimbal Sidney, MT
Jo Lesmeister ................................ Lincoln, ND
Londyn Paulson Bismarck, ND
Scott Becker Scholarship
Cianna Fanta Steele, ND
David & Myrna Blackstead Scholarship
Alexis Seibel Bismarck, ND
Wade Boeshans Scholarship
Ava Waldo Stanton, ND
Daryk Brown Memorial Scholarship
Courtney Lecount Bismarck, ND
Keanna Maxon Bismarck, ND
Laci Rauser Bismarck, ND
Nevaeh Schumacher Bismarck, ND
Richard Brown Memorial Scholarship
Katie Hardy Bismarck, ND
Capital City Lions Scholarship
Madelyn Lemke Bismarck, ND
Jim Christianson Scholarship
Pamela Torres Mandan, ND
Civic Chorus Vocal Scholarship
Krisanna Holkup Bismarck, ND
Norm Clark Scholarship
Collin Meckle Harvey, ND
James & Mildred Duffy Memorial Scholarship
Jael Odell Bismarck, ND
Brett R. Dvirnak Memorial Scholarship
Laura Backhaus New Salem, ND
Hannah Daniels Bismarck, ND
Emma Mosbrucker Mandan, ND
Chloe Poffenberger .....................Bismarck, ND
Katie Schmidt New England, ND
Peyton Schock Bismarck, ND
Eutimia Woodside Bismarck, ND
Edwin & Dorothy Edlund
Memorial Scholarship
Damaris Ortega Rivera Mandan, ND
Richard Espeland Scholarship
Hailey Jones Mandan, ND
Burt Finney Memorial Scholarship
Anna Arndt Bismarck, ND
Harvey Harris Memorial Scholarship
Kai Carpenter Hatton, ND
Tim Hennessy Scholarship
Lakyn Heaton Bismarck, ND
Michael Hummel Scholarship
Karrah Nelson Center, ND
“Your generosity to the BSC Foundation is a huge reason young, motivated, and talented individuals can continue their academic journey. It is reassuring to see caring people like you support this college. Your kindness does not go unnoticed. Your investment in my future is inspiring. Thank you for your support.”
–Lorynn Miller
Kenneth D. & Carmen K. Reno Scholarship
Martha Jack Memorial Scholarship
Hannah Routledge Bismarck, ND
Peg Jack Memorial Scholarship
Maxten Anderson ........................Bismarck, ND
Tom Jack Memorial Scholarship
Vanessa Powell Mandan, ND
John & Amanda Kuether Memorial Scholarship
Adriana Brewster Mandan, ND
Jacob Frohlich Bismarck, ND
Joseph Hildenbrand Bismarck, ND
Jackson Torres Mandan, ND
Tom & Frances Leach Foundation Scholarship
Nolan Meeker Bismarck, ND
Tatum Spadgenske Bismarck, ND
Sidney J. Lee Memorial Scholarship
Lexi Serr Bismarck, ND
Evan E. Lips Memorial Scholarship
Eden Dunn New Salem, ND
Susanne Delaney Mattheis Memorial Scholarship
Riley Cline Hazen, ND
Henry & Agnes Miller Memorial Scholarship
Joshua Storsved Mandan, ND
Dr. James Moses Memorial Scholarship
Hannah Daniels Bismarck, ND
John Pierson Scholarship
Gabby Siemers ............................Bismarck, ND
Tom & Mary Probst Scholarship
Ella Schlinger Bismarck, ND
Warren Robinson Scholarship
Chloe Webb Bismarck, ND
William Roesgen Scholarship
Luke Miller Bismarck, ND
Larry & Faye Rolfson Scholarship
Gabby Siemers Bismarck, ND
Betty Sakariassen Memorial Scholarship
Bryce Bennett Mandan, ND
Pressida Clarke Mandan, ND
Paul Sandness Scholarship
Hannah Routledge Bismarck, ND
Paul & Patricia Sandness Scholarship
Maddy Martin Bismarck, ND
Payge Schock Bismarck, ND
Mikka Webb Bismarck, ND
Harold & Sheila Schafer
Memorial Scholarship
Jacob Frohlich .............................Bismarck, ND
Herb Schimmelpfennig Memorial Scholarship
Landyn Meidinger Mandan, ND
Michael Schmitz Scholarship
Peyton Schock Bismarck, ND
Harold & Karen Schulz Music Scholarship
Matthew Marohl Bismarck, ND
Emma Monroe Bismarck, ND
Torey O’Neil Menoken, ND
John & Mary Shaffer Scholarship
Jasmine Casas Dickinson, ND
Wayne Stenehjem Memorial Scholarship
Cianna Fanta ................................... Steele, ND
Jane Gray Stewart Memorial Scholarship
Katie Hardy Bismarck, ND
Josie Long Langdon, ND
Serina Marohl Bismarck, ND
Ryan Reamann Bismarck, ND
Emma Smithers Bismarck, ND
Richard Tschider Memorial Scholarship
Madelyn Lemke Bismarck, ND
Glenn C. & Leola Vantine
Memorial Scholarship
Jael Odell Bismarck, ND
Bertha Wanner Memorial Scholarship
Brittany Bearsheart ......................Bismarck, ND
El Jay Dugenio Bismarck, ND
Max Wild Bismarck, ND
Howard Wolfe Scholarship
Vanessa Powell Mandan, ND
TECHNICAL SCHOLARSHIPS
Ag Program Scholarship
Mason Roark Berthold, ND
Chere & Gary Allard Scholarship
Courtney Charboneau Gilby, ND
Allen Energy Scholarship
Alexander Lewis Saint Peter, MN
Alliance Pipeline - Wayne Schonert
Memorial Scholarship
Evan Fuchs Bismarck, ND
Mark A. Bachmeier Scholarship
Madison Zimmerman Elgin, ND
Basin Electric Power Cooperative
Welding Scholarship
Makiyah Wahl McClusky, ND
Bavendick Family Scholarship
Austin Bay Mandan, ND
Garrett Bergquist Wilton, ND
Kaden Bies Fisher, MN
Trey Crawford Hazen, ND
Anne Hulst Bismarck, ND
Hunter Jacobson ............................ Center, ND
Kale Kolden Parshall, ND
Levi Lavallie Lincoln, ND
Blaze Lee Bismarck, ND
Koen Levy Bismarck, ND
Mark Lora Hazen, ND
Landon Martinson Valley City, ND
Clay Mullins ..................................... Minot, ND
Logan Renner Mandan, ND
Leah Ruff Dickinson, ND
Nicholas Ruppert Lincoln, ND
Mason Schmitz Bismarck, ND
Jacob Sonsalla Lemmon, SD
Otto Williamson Minot, ND
Dez’ Juan Woodson Tioga, ND
Glenn & Julie Bosch Family Scholarship
Weston Kuntz Towner, ND
Cannen Lalum Bowbells, ND
BSC Metallica Scholars Scholarship
Adrianna Aguayo Bismarck, ND
Tyke Allery ....................................... Minot, ND
Jacob Baker Jamestown, ND
Evan Buller Mandan, ND
Taelon Camden Bismarck, ND
Allison Dyke Minot, ND
Tayten Frieze Mandan, ND
Trae Frieze Mandan, ND
Dominic Gardner Mandan, ND
Noah Giese Bismarck, ND
Blair Ham Shadehill, SD
Martin Heberlie Des Lacs, ND
Alex Herold Bismarck, ND
Derek Holen Watford City, ND
Miles Hosek .................................Bismarck, ND
Caden Kelm Medicine Lake, MT
Zander Klein Bismarck, ND
Mason Knudson Blanchard, ND
Tucker Miller Baker, MT
Ayden Olson Bismarck, ND
Vlad Pasicznyk Dickinson, ND
Brendon Reetz .................................. Baker, MT
Ethan Schlinger Bismarck, ND
Logan Schmitcke Bismarck, ND
Mack Sprenger Mapleton, ND
Samuel Ulrich Jamestown, ND
K. Buechler Scholarship
Courtney Charbonneau Gilby, ND
Alina Ilse Hazen, ND
Cass County
Electric Cooperative Scholarship
Dominick Carter Wahpeton, ND
Bryce Utke Binford, ND
CHS Foundation Scholarship
Jekori Dahlen ............................... Halliday, ND
Nekori Dahlen Halliday, ND
Delaney Erfle Heaton, ND
Carter Finke Berthold, ND
Dominic Meier Zeeland, ND
Eli Reinbold Henning, MN
Alex Retterath Washburn, ND
Wyatt Spickler Glenfield, ND
Bill Clairmont Memorial Scholarship
Marcus Bird Horse Bismarck, ND
Corvettes of Dakota Territory Scholarship
Ravaughn McFarlane Bismarck, ND
Dakota Community Bank
Welding Scholarship
Wyatt Opp Richardton, ND
DarbyTech Training Equipment Scholarship
Joshua Kaelberer Hazen, ND
Enel Scholarship
Drayden Dockter Bismarck, ND
Ayden Entzi Fredonia, ND
Luke Meranda ................................. Harvey, ND
Kyer Poeckes Williston, ND
Edward Rekdal Andover, MN
Diego Saiz Glasgow, MT
Travis Schock Bismarck, ND
Samuel Wieland Hettinger, ND
Energy Progess & Innovation Conference (EPIC) Scholarship
Cooper Bang Killdeer, ND
Erik Benson Bismarck, ND
Gabriel Callender Fairview, MT
Drayden Dockter Bismarck, ND
Alex Herold Bismarck, ND
Mason Simanton Malta, MT
Falkirk Mining Company Scholarship
Logan Blair Mandan, ND
Taelon Camden Bismarck, ND
Caden Kelm Medicine Lake, MT
I really appreciate this scholarship because without help, I wouldn’t be able to attend college! Thank you!
–Alexus Delzer
Harvey Thorson Memorial Scholarship
Great Plains EmPower ND Scholarship
Garrett Bergquist Wilton, ND
Woodrow Brenner McIntosh, SD
Grace Dixon Highland, NY
Nicholas Erickson Tioga, ND
Cade Harm Hazen, ND
Wyatt Ottmar ...............................Bismarck, ND
William Roundy Killdeer, ND
Jaden Silveria Bismarck, ND
Dean Gunsch Memorial Scholarship
Shane Cross Alexander, ND
Malick Dionz Bismarck, ND
Vladamir Pasicznyk Dickinson, ND
Troy Hanson Memorial Scholarship
Wyatt Kraft Davenport, ND
Sarah Ann Haugen Memorial Scholarship
Connor Lofgren Williston, ND
Connor Ramsey Rugby, ND
Neil Hedahl Memorial Scholarship
Shane Cross ............................... Alexander, ND
Hess Corporation Scholarship
Tristan Dobson Minot, ND
Ashton Hillman Minot, ND
Avery Klein Garrison, ND
Kelton LeFors Fairview, MT
Clay Mullins Minot, ND
Loren Kopseng Scholarship
Isaiah Schlinger Bismarck, ND
Robert Kuntz Memorial Scholarship
Kash Berdahl Watford City, ND
Wyatt Hoyt Glenfield, ND
McCoy Keller Mandan, ND
Marathon Oil Scholarship
Tyler Hansen Killdeer, ND
Marathon Petroleum Logistics Scholarship
Tayten Friez ..................................Mandan, ND
Trae Friez Mandan, ND
Dominic Gardner Mandan, ND
Derek Holen Watford City, ND
Joel Holmen Tioga, ND
Alina Ilse Hazen, ND
Joshua Kaelberer Hazen, ND
Jarred Schroeder Bismarck, ND
Marathon Petroleum Welding Scholarship
Quinn Onebear Devils Lake, ND
North American Coal
Heavy Equipment Operator Scholarship
Greg Bad Hawk Mandan, ND
Ronald Davis ................................Bismarck, ND
Noah Krueger Bismarck, ND
Jade Letterman Killdeer, ND
Arlan Okerson Scholarship
Wyatt Kraft Davenport, ND
ONEOK Scholarship
Tyler Alire Douglas, WY
Brayden Borreson Williston, ND
Carter Borreson Williston, ND
Dustin Breaux Lake Charles, LA
Cade Fitterer Dickinson, ND
Owen Lindstrom Devils Lake, ND
James Miller Bismarck, ND
Bailey Zachmeier Rugby, ND
Otter Tail Power Company Scholarship
Roper Foerderer Cleveland, ND
Seth Gerhardt Mandan, ND
Karson Haman Rugby, ND
Aidan Herman Belfield, ND
Mason Iverson Binford, ND
Tristan Keplin ............................... Belcourt, ND
Ignatius Kiah Bismarck, ND
Kent Kirschmann Bismarck, ND
Laine Nicholls Crary, ND
Christian Visher Fergus Falls, MN
Wyatt Wagner Mercer, ND
Carson Wyant Dickinson, ND
Dale Pahlke Scholarship
Caden Amann Valley City, ND
Donavin Bartz Fessenden, ND
Lucas Copenhaver Sykeston, ND
Boston Fike Chaseley, ND
Summer Fleck Solen, ND
Rylee Handran .......................... Lewistown, MT
Logan Harmel Rugby, ND
Lakyn Heaton Bismarck, ND
Dawson Hein Langdon, ND
Dustin Ketterling Berlin, ND
Torin Meier Tuttle, ND
Quinn Onebear Devils Lake, ND
Sadie Sauer Minot, ND
Carson Thingvold Columbus, ND
Mason Weigel Kintyre, ND
Ken Paulus Memorial Scholarship
Wyatt Opp Richardton, ND
Roughrider Chevrolet
Association Scholarship
Gregory Fuher Ellendale, ND
John A. “Jack” Schuchart
Memorial Scholarship
Landon Dumas Killdeer, ND
Steven & Janet Schwan Scholarship
Logan Schmitcke Bismarck, ND
Kaidan Smith Bismarck, ND
Ken & Anne Shaffer
Memorial BAS Scholarship
Jamie Conlon Bismarck, ND
Kyle Conlon Richardton, ND
Nathan Mathern Bismarck, ND
Sofia Schantz .................................. Beulah, ND
Bruce VerMaas Bismarck, ND
Steve Sharp Memorial Scholarship
Kash Berdahl Watford City, ND
Steven Stack Memorial Scholarship
Hannah Daniels Bismarck, ND
Cole Radenz Bismarck, ND
Wachter Family Scholarship
Brier Arnegard Arnegard, ND
Kaden Erickson Bismarck, ND
Lewis Gorder Bottineau, ND
McCoy Keller Mandan, ND
Justis Klabunde Garrison, ND
Isabella Korb ................................Bismarck, ND
Lawson Nieuwsma Strasburg, ND
Kayl Sieg Harvey, ND
Thalon Smith-Miller Bismarck, ND
Trever Woosley Miles City, MT
Adam Wilkens Memorial Scholarship
Kayden Grisham Stanley, ND
Xcel Energy Scholarship
Timothy Baca Los Lunas, NM
Izabelle Brandenberg Whitewood, SD
Beckie Findley Austin, TX
Nathan Hamburg Apple Valley, MN
Isaiah Horan Sun Prairie, WI
Justin Runge Rapid City, SD
Frederick Sam Mesquite, TX
Alina Ilse Hazen, ND
VISUAL ARTS SCHOLARSHIPS
Ervin & Dorothy Bourgois
Memorial Scholarship
Jessie Aull Bismarck, ND
Eutimia Woodside .......................Bismarck, ND
Leibole Memorial Scholarship
Abygail Fitterer Bismarck, ND
Marlowe Ann Regan Memorial Scholarship
Caelyn Mason Bismarck, ND
MYSTIC MILESTONES ALUMNI HIGHLIGHTS
Jayce Lee ‘21 and ‘22, and Olivia (Retterath) Lee ‘26, were married on March 21, 2026.
Emily (Carson) Beard ‘16 and her husband, Jake, welcomed their second daughter, Paysen,
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OUTSTANDING TEACHER OF THE YEAR: DR. KIMBERLY CROWLEY
Bismarck State College’s very own Dr. Kimberly Crowley, professor of English, received the Crystal Apple award as the 2026 Outstanding Teacher of the Year for the Higher Education division (presented by the Bismarck-Mandan Chamber EDC’s Excellence in Education Committee). For 39 years, this award has honored educators who go above and beyond to inspire and shape future generations, and Dr. Crowley’s dedication truly shines. Her passion and hard work make a difference every day at BSC.
Ryan Hanson ‘15 and Bailee Bulman Hanson ‘15 were recently married.
Andrew Bulman ‘08 and his wife, Brita, welcomed their first child, George.
Tyler Bitz, ’15, and his wife, Abby, welcomed baby girl, Cora June.
Dan Telehey ‘17 and his wife, Sydney, welcomed their third son, Wells.
Jason Harris ‘92 was promoted to Director of Athletics for BSC.
Jenna (Rust) Bowker ‘23 and Russell Bowker were recently married.
Kyle ‘19 and Emma Schatz ‘21 were recently married.
pictured with big sister Ira.
Bismarck-Mandan Chamber EDC presents Dr. Kimberly Crowley with the 2026 Outstanding Teacher of the Year for the Higher Education.
Ticketing:
Ross Hor ner ross.horner@bismarckstate.edu
Solli Frank saori.frank@bismarckstate.edu