Over the last few months, the shortages of qualified and experienced truck drivers have created significant issues in the distribution of goods, impacting supply chains for businesses across the country. This issue hit home with the closure of two major milk distributors in North Dakota: Lakeview Dairy and Red River Dairy.
Written by Luisa Popp, DSU student intern
This fall, Dickinson State University (DSU) added Agricultural Education and Agricultural Communication to the curriculum. These programs aim to make it easier for those who are interested in both agriculture and education or in agriculture and communication to combine those interests.
To try to lessen an ag teacher shortage throughout the region, Dickinson State University is partnering with North Dakota State University to train more potential ag teachers through an innovative master’s degree program.
With a national shortage of qualified teachers, North Dakota State and Dickinson State universities collaborate on a solution.
The Office of Career Services at Dickinson State University (DSU) hosted a series of events on campus this spring to assist students as they prepare for their next year at DSU or life after graduation. Stephanie Osborne, professional advisor and career services specialist, organized the events and plans to host them again in future semesters and years due to their success.
The Dickinson State University (DSU) Agriculture Club has been bringing the farm into town every spring for more than 30 years. This year, Kids Day on the Farm is scheduled for Thursday, April 15, 2021. This free event, held in DSU’s indoor arena (400 State Ave.), offers a unique experience to children third grade and younger – along with teachers, parents, friends and families – about life on the farm.
Written By: Matthew Curry | 8:00 am, Mar. 24, 2021
In Western North Dakota, agriculture is known for being one of the most important industries. Students planning a career in agriculture often seek higher education but also want to time outside the classroom getting their hands dirty.
Fortunately, at Dickinson State University, that is exactly what the ag department specializes in: making sure students get the best education they can give in the classroom, and providing hands-on learning experience outside the classroom.
Written by Kayden Heckaman, DSU Student Intern
The Department of Agriculture and Technical Studies at Dickinson State University (DSU) will host the ninth annual Opportunities in Agriculture event Wednesday, Nov. 18, from 12 – 5 p.m. at the Biesiot Activities Center (BAC).
