In a world of fake news and evolving artificial intelligence, it can be difficult to discern lies from truth as people scroll through endless amounts of content. Social media acts as an echo chamber for media consumers, causing divisions between people to grow. The answer to mitigating these issues might be found in the most traditional media outlet; the local newspaper. North Dakota Newspaper Association Executive Director Cecile Wehrman leads an initiative titled Read Loca

the app, of course Dating has never been more different than it is now. In our modern world, not only do we have dating apps such as Tinder and Hinge, but our access to social media has allowed us to have a round the clock connection with friends, family, and even strangers. Apps like Snapchat or Instagram have created another way to find a partner or fling with features like quick add or the “suggested for you” column on Instagram. It is no wonder that it can be hard to jud

Rewinding the 1980s Bismarck State College is going back to the 80s with the multidisciplinary Humanities Symposium, presented by Bringing Humanities to Life at BSC. This event explores how people remember and interpret an iconic decade in recent history from the perspective of 2025. The event takes place from Oct. 22 to 24 at the Advanced Technology Center. This symposium takes a humanities-based lens and explores a variety of topics, including how pop culture and trends l

Students at Bismarck State College can connect with their professors and departments at a brand-new weekly event. The event is Toast Tuesday, and students can attend at a new location each week. This event was organized by BSC Student Engagement Coordinator, Danielle Dolechek. “This kind of helps the staff professors get to know the students outside of the class too, a little bit,” Dolechek said. “I think it'll help them engage more with students, because it is something out

Dr. Lori Bednarchik Talks About Consent Bismarck State College hosted Dr. Lori Bednarchik to present at the Advanced Technology Center on Sept. 3 at 6:30 p.m. The presentation, titled “Wanna Make Out?”, covered the topic of sexual consent in a positive, uncensored, and judgement free manner. BSC’s Title IX team organized the event and booked Bednarchik through the CAMPUSPEAK program, which aims to educate and inspire students in their success and college careers. Vice Presi

speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves The 31:8 Project is a non-profit organization based in Bismarck, N.D. The organization was launched in 2015 with the mission to raise awareness surrounding the topic of human trafficking. Stacy Schaffer is the Executive Director and Founder of the 31:8 Project. She presented at this year’s NDPIO conference to educate communicators on the topic of human trafficking.  Apart from the conference, the 31:8 Project offers dynamic

BSC Athletics brings the beat with new dance team This spring, Bismarck State College announced it will be adding competitive dance to its list of sports. The team will be competing in the American Midwest Conference, which is affiliated with the NAIA. Madeline Neigum will be coaching the dance team alongside her mother, Angie Neigum. Angie was contacted by BSC as they knew she teaches dance. She agreed to start a dance team and asked Madeline to help coach. Madeline Neigu

The annual NDPIO Conference helps communicators network and grow The 3rd Annual NDPIO Conference brought communication professionals together at the National Energy Center of Excellence at Bismarck State College. The conference, which took place from July 14-16, gave attendees the chance to enhance their professional skills through insightful presentations and open discussions. NDPIO is the North Dakota Public Information Officer Association. Their mission is dedicated to s

Team Photo - Names from left to right (back): Bart Gnirk and Dylan Bahm Front: Taylor Betting, Matthew Levorson, and Jordan Bartlett. Not...

Members of the "Anastasia" cast rehearse at the Sidney J. Lee Auditorium Bismarck State College Theater brought the story of the Grand...

Blaize Morris and Kaitlyn Bancroft discuss the BSC recycling program The Bismarck State College Student Government Association is...

Riley Cline signs to the BSC women's wrestling team Bismarck State College has added another sport to offer prospective students;...

An esports gaming setup In the lower level of Bismarck State College’s student union lies a room filled with gaming equipment. There are...

The Advanced Technology Center on the BSC Campus On January 13, the Advanced Technology Center opened to Bismarck State College students...

The Bismarck State College Mystics volleyball team defeated the North Dakota State College of Science in a five-set match to seize the...

The BSC Mystics Cross Country Team at Nationals in Richmond, Virginia The Mystics Cross Country team competed in the NJCAA Half Marathon...

The Bismarck State College Mystics Cross Country team traveled to Richmond, Va. to compete in the National Junior College Athletic...

The Bismarck State College Theatre group performed “Jekyll & Hyde, the Musical” from October 17-20 at the Sidney J. Lee Auditorium in...

Ivar Martell after his race at the Dragon Twilight Invitational The Bismarck State College Mystics Cross Country team traveled to...

Going to college can be a difficult transition for students, but for those leaving their home country to achieve their academic goals, it...