The DSU Heritage Foundation (DSU HF) is full of passionate and energetic staff members, including students working part-time through the university’s work-study program. Andrew Williams and Xeia Schneider are both sophomore students at Dickinson State University (DSU) and recently shared their perspectives on working at the DSU HF. Andrew Williams chose to attend DSU because of its affordability and athletic programs. Williams is majoring in biology, has completed a chemistry

Dickinson State University alumna Sarah Crossingham has been named to Prairie Business’s 2025 40 Under 40 list, which recognizes young professionals making a significant impact in their careers and communities across the region. At DSU, Crossingham majored in Composite Social Science and Secondary Education and was actively involved in campus life. She served as the student representative on the Teacher Education Council, was inducted into the Phi Alpha Theta and Pi Sigma Alp

The Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program (TRHLP) at Dickinson State University (DSU) is under the supervision of Director Michelle Orton, but at its core, it is a student-driven program of 80 scholars. These scholars are students, athletes, artists, volunteers, and leaders on campus and in their communities. Each year, a select few TRHLP scholars take on the additional role of Student Assistant Director and work closely with Director Orton to ensure the success of eve

Education and opportunity are highly valued in the Dickinson community, making it a truly exceptional place for neighbors, students, and businesses to form connections. As a mutual bank, Gate City Bank’s structure allows deep investment in communities and prioritizes giving back. A longstanding relationship between Gate City Bank and Dickinson State University (DSU) opens doors for DSU students pursuing higher education through scholarship support. “We believe that investing

As a Dickinson State University (DSU) alum and longtime Dickinson community member, James Kramer (’90) views DSU’s vision and leadership as a driving force for the quality of life in Southwest North Dakota. After graduating from DSU with a BS in Business Administration, Kramer worked for Dickinson Parks and Recreation for 30 years. He now works at JE Dunn Construction and is able to work closely with DSU and the DSU Heritage Foundation (DSU HF) on numerous events and projects

Susan Anderson spent 40 years teaching at Richardton-Taylor High School, where she coached speech and student congress and directed theater. She also served as an adjunct professor of speech at Dickinson State University. Since retiring, Susan has remained actively involved in education across North Dakota. She serves as district chair of the North Dakota Roughrider Chapter of the National Speech and Debate Association and is a member of the Communication, Speech and Theater