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UND’s Brian Urlacher named to Fulbright Specialist Program

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Brian Urlacher, professor and chair of political science and public administration, has been named a 2023 Fulbright Specialist. The Fulbright Specialist Program, established in 2001 as part of the larger Fulbright Program, pairs highly qualified U.S. academics and professionals with host institutions abroad to share in expertise, strengthen institutional and international linkages, and learn about […]

Phil Goldblum

Phil Goldblum named Deputy CIO at UND

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Phil Goldblum

Phil Goldblum has been named deputy chief information officer at UND. Goldblum was selected for the role by UND CIO Madhavi Marasinghe. His start date is Dec. 11, 2023. “It is with great pleasure that I announce the appointment of our new Deputy CIO, Phil Goldblum, whose wealth of experience and innovative thinking will undoubtedly […]

Phil Goldblum

Phil Goldblum named Deputy CIO at UND

Categories: Campus News

Phil Goldblum

Phil Goldblum has been named deputy chief information officer at UND. Goldblum was selected for the role by UND CIO Madhavi Marasinghe. His start date is Dec. 11, 2023. “It is with great pleasure that I announce the appointment of our new Deputy CIO, Phil Goldblum, whose wealth of experience and innovative thinking will undoubtedly […]

Merie Kirby named director of Honors Program

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Merie Kirby has been appointed to the position of director of the Honors Program at UND. The appointment was made by Karyn Plumm, UND’s vice provost of undergraduate studies and student success. Kirby has been with the UND Honors Program since 2012, most recently as a teaching associate professor. In that capacity, she has taught […]

Scott Snyder

Scott Snyder named next VP for Research & Economic Development

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Scott Snyder

UND President Andrew Armacost has named Scott Snyder as Vice President for Research & Economic Development following a national search. With more than 20 years of higher education experience, Snyder is both a supporter of research and student success, who has focused on building research opportunities for both faculty and students, while engaging industry partners. […]

Faculty sessions with The Conversation scheduled for Nov. 8

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On Wednesday, Nov. 8, Bruce Wilson, an executive with The Conversation, will be on campus to host informational sessions for faculty members who’d like to learn more about writing for that organization. Faculty who are interested are welcome to attend any of the sessions listed below. Wilson is a co-founder of The Conversation and currently […]

UND Theatre presents ‘First Date the Musical’ Nov. 9-11, 16-18

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  Who: UND Department of Theatre Arts What: “First Date the Musical” Music and lyrics by Alan Zachary and Michael Weiner Book by Austin Winsberg Where: Burtness Theatre When: 7:30 p.m., Nov. 9-11, 16-18 Tickets: $25 for adults, $10 for students, seniors and military (with ID). Free for student military (with ID). Box Office: UND […]

Fall University Council meets Monday, Nov. 6

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The University Council will convene at 3 p.m. on Monday, Nov. 6, in the Barry Auditorium in Nistler Hall. Zoom participation is also available. The University Council is the legislative body of the University which consists primarily of faculty and administrators, making a membership of more than 800 individuals. University Council meetings are held at […]

Faculty sessions with The Conversation scheduled for Nov. 8

Categories: Campus News

On Wednesday, Nov. 8, Bruce Wilson, an executive with The Conversation, will be on campus to host informational sessions for faculty members who’d like to learn more about writing for that organization. Faculty who are interested are welcome to attend any of the sessions listed below. Wilson is a co-founder of The Conversation and currently […]

Veterans Day

Veterans Day Ceremony is Saturday, Nov. 11

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Veterans Day

Join the University of North Dakota, UND ROTC, and the UND Alumni Association & Foundation for a Veterans Day Ceremony starting at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11, as we come together to honor those who have served our country in war or peacetime. The ceremony will include remarks from UND leadership and Major Jared […]

Veterans Day

Veterans Day Ceremony is Saturday, Nov. 11

Categories: Campus News

Veterans Day

Join the University of North Dakota, UND ROTC, and the UND Alumni Association & Foundation for a Veterans Day Ceremony starting at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11, as we come together to honor those who have served our country in war or peacetime. The ceremony will include remarks from UND leadership and Major Jared […]