News from President Tom Jackson, Jr.
July 22, 2015
Student’s Original Composition Earns Standing Ovation
BHSU music education major Jesse
Dunaway conducted his original composition
“Homestake Mine” at the Historic
Homestake Opera House as a kickoff to
Neutrino Day at Sanford Underground
Research Facility.
Dunaway wrote the musical piece bringing
to life the rich history of the Homestake
Mine.
Jim Dunn, a long-time employee at
Homestake Mine, as quoted in Deep Thoughts
news, said “This young student captured
the heart and spirit of the mine’s past and
what the future holds.” The piece received a
standing ovation from a nearly full house.
College graduates are
charged with making an
impact and furthering their
field. The next source of
energy and the cure to disease
will likely be discovered by a
college graduate.
At BHSU, we encourage
our students’ educational
endeavors because we know
the important roles they will
take on in the future.
Celebrate BHSU Night at
Downtown Friday Nights in
Spearfish July 31. We plan to
“paint the streets green!” Stop
by the BHSU booth to get
your bright green t-shirt and
join us!
BHSU faculty, staff and students were
also part of the Neutrino Day event. A
record number of visitors took part in the
educational activities at Sanford Lab.
Dunaway (right) leads musicians in their performance of his
original composition “Homestake Mine.” Photo credit: Matthew
Kapust - Sanford Lab.
BHSU Proposes Strategic Education
and
Economic Initiatives
Officials from BHSU discussed strategic initiatives at the most recent Board of Regents (BOR) meeting.
BHSU presented five major initiatives that would greatly increase educational opportunities, stimulate
economic activity, and meet statewide teacher preparation challenges.
BHSU President Tom Jackson, Jr. noted that each
request draws upon the unique strengths of the
university, are closely tied to the BOR’s strategic
priorities, and meet some of the most challenging needs
of the state.
The five BHSU-proposed initiatives are:
• BHSU Underground Campus Infrastructure;
• Center for American Indian Studies;
• Center for Civic Engagement & Economic
Innovation;
• Institute for Teacher Preparation & Retention;
• Weekend and Senior Citizen College.
New Programs
at
BHSU-RC
New academic programs were announced
at the Black Hills State University-Rapid
City location Open House recently. BHSURC added nine additional bachelor degree
programs available entirely in Rapid City.
There are also new associate degree options,
certificate and non-credit industry programs.
For the first time, BHSU-RC will offer
certificates in IT and Project Management.
Read more about these initiatives.
2015 BHSU Jacket Ride
set for
Tuesday
of
Rally Week
The third annual BHSU Jacket Ride is set for Tuesday,
Aug. 4, during the 75th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The
annual community event is a fundraiser for student veteran
scholarships.
Beginning at Lyle Hare Stadium, the two-hour, 88-mile
scenic ride through the Black Hills ends at the Sturgis Buffalo
Chip campground with lunch, live music and other special
events.
Register online at BHSU.edu/JacketRide.
The annual Jacket Ride for student veteran
scholarships will be held August 4.
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Yellow Jackets Compete
at
July 22, 2015
National Rodeo Finals
The BHSU rodeo team closed out its 2014-15
campaign at the College National Finals Rodeo
in Casper, Wyo., with several individual highs
including Katie Lensegrav from Interior leading the
way for the Yellow Jackets with a 15th place finish
in goat tying and an 18th place finish in barrel
racing.
Head coach Glen Lammers commented on the
season as a whole as both the men’s and women’s
teams qualified together for the first time in school
history.
“We met several of our goals during the season.
The finals are something that we want to come back
to and be more successful next year at that event,”
said Lammers.
The BHSU Alumni Association also hosted
an alumni and friends gathering in Casper in
BHSU student Tate Thybo, Belle Fourche, placed 24th
conjunction with the CNFR.
in saddle bronc riding at the CNFR in Casper, Wyo.
BHSU Students, Faculty Visit Partner University
in
Top
Tweets
Can’t wait to see all
the BHSU alumni and
then watch our BHSU
Rodeo Team compete!
Go Jackets!
---@tomjackjr
Follow President Jackson
on Twitter @tomjackjr
Germany
A group of BHSU
faculty, students and
alums traveled to
Germany recently to gain invaluable business experience
from top world manufacturers and faculty at BHSU partner school,
Aalen University.
The group visited companies including Audi, Triumph International
and Carl Zeiss Vision Production. Faculty from Aalen University
spoke on a variety of topics including economic history and human
resources management in Germany.
Just last year, BHSU forged a partnership with Aalen University,
located in the German state of Baden-Württemberg, which has
similar enrollment as BHSU along with strong business and science
BHSU students and faculty visit a car manufacturer during a recent trip to Germany. programs.
Wells Fargo Donates
for
Scholarships
G
1883
Erin Kinsey from Sheridan, Wyo. spent a semester studying at Dublin
City University in Dublin, Ireland, through CEA Global Education, a
study abroad program affiliated with BHSU. While overseas, Erin worked
as a mobile journalist, promoting her study abroad experience to future
students in the CEA program. Erin shared her experiences from culture to
the classroom through photos, videos and social media platforms.
Building for the Future
2015
You’re invited to the 1883 Gala at BHSU Saturday, Aug. 15
at 6 p.m. on the Joy Center patio. The Gala provides BHSU an
opportunity to showcase the university, raise scholarship dollars
and recognize our avid supporters.
At the conclusion of the program, dance the night away to the
sounds of live entertainment. This is sure to be an evening to
remember!
Visit BHSU.edu/Gala to purchase tickets.
BHSU recently received a $6,000 donation from Wells Fargo in Spearfish for
scholarships. Pictured, left to right, Rhyann Gaddis, Wells Fargo Store Manager; Steve
Meeker, Vice President for University Advancement at BHSU; John Ainsworth, Wells
Fargo Home Mortgage; Melissa Christensen, assistant athletic director for external
operations at BHSU; and John Senden, Wells Fargo Community Bank President.
BHSU Student Spends Semester Overseas
ALA
as
Mobile Journalist
BHSU student Erin Kinsey
shared her study abroad
experiences through
photos, videos and social
media platforms as a
mobile journalist.