University Letter

UND's faculty and staff newsletter

Articles by
Connor Murphy

Spring Commencement 2024: Chuck Klosterman’s speech, photos and videos

Categories: Spotlight

Chuck Klosterman, a prominent journalist, author, native North Dakotan and UND alum, delivered the graduation address during UND’s general commencement exercises on May 11. Klosterman, a native of Wyndmere, N.D., is a 1994 graduate who has written several bestselling books, as well as columns and cultural commentary for several national publications. He holds a bachelor’s degree […]

UND to celebrate Arbor Day with tree planting on May 16

Categories: Campus News

UND will celebrate Arbor Day with a tree-planting ceremony on Thursday, May 16, at 10 a.m., on the northwest corner of Nistler Hall, along University Avenue. President Andrew Armacost and Karla Mongeon-Stewart, vice president of finance and operations, will speak. They will help plant six different coniferous and deciduous trees on-site, following their remarks. Last […]

Meritorious Service Awards given at Staff Recognition Luncheon

Categories: Campus News

Ten staff members were given Meritorious Service Awards at UND’s annual Staff Recognition Luncheon on Tuesday, May 7. The award is UND’s highest staff honor. Also at the luncheon, staff members were recognized for major milestones of 5, 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, 40 and 45 years of service. Each year, Meritorious Service Awards […]

Sidewalk along University Avenue closed for maintenance May 28

Categories: Announcements

Several sections of sidewalk along the south side of University Avenue, extending from Johnstone Hall to Swanson Hall, will be closed on Tuesday, May 28, for maintenance. Contractors will park in the bike lane along University Avenue throughout the process, where they will be lifting sidewalk panels. Work will progress west to east, in the […]

Nominations due June 1 for Outstanding Faculty Awards

Categories: Announcements

Who are the outstanding teachers and departments at UND? You can help decide. The Outstanding Faculty Awards Committee is now accepting nominations for the following individual and departmental awards: * Outstanding Undergraduate Teaching (individual) * Outstanding Graduate/Professional Teaching (individual) * Excellence in Teaching, Research/Creative Activity and Service – the “Faculty Scholar Award” (individual) * Outstanding […]

Summer parking and other reminders from UND Parking Services

Categories: Announcements

Permits are required during summer All vehicles parked in permitted spaces on campus must have a valid permit and be registered with UND Parking Services. From May 13 through Aug. 23, “A,” “S,” and “H” permits are valid in any “A,” “S,” and “H” designated spaces and on levels 2-5 of the parking ramp. Apartment/HOAPT […]

Parking ramp closed until Wednesday, May 22

Categories: Announcements

The parking ramp will be closed Monday, May 13, through Wednesday, May 22, for annual cleaning. Every summer, the parking ramp is cleaned to ensure a clean, safe and well-maintained space for faculty, staff and students to use while on campus. UND Parking Services kindly asks that ramp permit holders use nearby A/S lots during […]

UND and NDSU collaborative research projects announced

Categories: Research

Five research projects based in North Dakota have been awarded grants through the University Research Collaboration Program (URCP), funded by the Economic Diversification Research Funds (EDRF) appropriated during the 2023 North Dakota Legislative session. The URCP funds Level 1 proposals up to $25,000 of the combined total budget and Level 2 proposals up to $50,000. […]

UND Bookstore summer hours

Categories: Bulletin Board

The UND Bookstore will be changing its hours for the summer season, from May 28 to July 27. Hours of operation during that period will be 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, and 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturdays. Visit the store’s website for upcoming holiday hours and closures.

Remembering Brenda Useldinger

Categories: In Remembrance

It is with deep regret that we announce the death of Brenda Useldinger, clinical assistant professor in the Department of Nursing, who passed away on Thursday, May 9. Brenda joined the department in 2012 and served as an assistant professor until her passing. She also earned her master’s degree in nursing from UND, prior to […]

More than 1,700 to graduate at UND Commencement

Categories: Spotlight

The University of North Dakota will bestow four honorary degrees and honor the University’s two newest Chester Fritz Distinguished Professors as part of its Commencement ceremonies on Saturday, May 11.

UND to celebrate Arbor Day with tree planting on May 16

Categories: Campus News

UND will celebrate Arbor Day with a tree-planting ceremony on Thursday, May 16, at 10 a.m., on the northwest corner of Nistler Hall, along University Avenue. President Andrew Armacost and Karla Mongeon-Stewart, vice president of finance and operations, will speak. They will help plant six different coniferous and deciduous trees on-site, following their remarks. Last […]

Summer parking and other reminders from UND Parking Services

Categories: Announcements

Permits are required during summer All vehicles parked in permitted spaces on campus must have a valid permit and be registered with UND Parking Services. From May 13 through Aug. 23, “A,” “S,” and “H” permits are valid in any “A,” “S,” and “H” designated spaces and on levels 2-5 of the parking ramp. Apartment/HOAPT […]