McGovern’s Pub will be alumni HQ  for North Star College Cup

The new Twin Cities Alumni Chapter is gearing up for the North Star College Cup at the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul Jan. 30-31. The Beavers will take on the University of Minnesota Gophers at 4 p.m. Saturday to begin defending their 2015 championship. University of Minnesota Duluth and St. Cloud State University round out the tournament. Sunday’s games are determined by the outcome of Saturday’s games. Tickets for all four games are $80 and can be purchased at Ticketmaster.com or by calling (800) 745-3000. Before and after the weekend’s games BSU Alumni will gather at McGovern’s Pub 225 7th Street W.

Alumni Association planning Fun in the Desert Sun events

President Richard Hanson and the Alumni Association will again host alums at BSU Fun in the Desert Sun events, beginning with a Tucson Luncheon at 11:30 a.m. March 4 at Blue Willow Restaurant for $15, followed by a Mesa Luncheon at noon March 5 at Apache Wells Country Club. The Mesa luncheon is $15 and an optional 8 a.m. golf outing that same day is $47. Alumni who travel to the Southwest for the winter are asked to share their contact information (even if it is temporary) with the Alumni Office so they can get you the latest information. Call (218) 755-3989, email alumni@bemidjistate.edu or visit
bsualumni.org.

Alumni Relative Scholarship applications now available

The Alumni Association provides scholarships to students attending BSU who are relatives of contributing alumni. Scholarships are made possible by contributions to the Lakeside Fund. Scholarship awards are allocated in halves for each semester of the academic year. Awards are made for first-time freshmen and returning or transfer students. Learn more about the application process and requirements at bsualumni.org or by calling (218) 755-3989. Scholarship applications must be submitted before Feb. 1.

Bahr and Dunn step into key roles for Alumni & Foundation

Two alums, Brett Bahr ‘09 and Adrian Dunn ‘09 ‘11, have taken on leadership roles with the BSU Alumni & Foundation.

Bahr began working as director of alumni relations in mid-June. Previously, he was an assistant director of admissions and transfer specialist in the Office of Admissions. He will work to connect BSU alumni back to campus and to each other. Bahr earned a bachelor of arts degree in sport management in 2009 and is finalizing his thesis for a master of science in sports studies. He also worked as an admissions representative and Post-Secondary Enrollment Options (PSEO) coordinator while in the Office of Admissions.

Also in June, Dunn joined the BSU Foundation as its director of annual giving for athletics. A former Beaver athlete himself, his responsibilities include overseeing the athletic annual giving program and serving as Beaver Pride coordinator and liaison to the alumni B-Club.

Prior to joining the foundation, Dunn was an assistant football coach and physical education instructor at Augsburg College in Minneapolis. He earned an undergraduate degree in physical education in 2009 and a graduate degree in sports studies in 2011. After graduation, he served as a graduate assistant football coach at BSU during the 2009 and 2010 seasons.

Dunn can be reached by phone at (218) 755-2827 or via email at adunn@bemidjistate.edu. Bahr can be reached by phone at (218) 755-2599 or via email at bbahr@bemidjistate.edu.

Alumni and Foundation boards gain new members

The Alumni Association and the BSU Foundation board both welcomed new volunteers to their ranks. Becky Tischer ’78 of Frederic, Wis., Craig Nathan ’83 of Brainerd, Kari Cooper ’14 of St. Paul, Lynn Baird ’76 of Bemidji, Paul Steenerson ’90 of Maple Grove and Thor Carlsrud ’02 of New Hope will serve on the Alumni Association Board for three-year terms. The Foundation Board of Directors has added Tom Anderson ’70 of Baxter and Joe Geary of Bloomington.

Nominations accepted for annual awards

The Alumni Association offers several award programs to recognize alumni for their contributions to Bemidji State’s reputation either during their student years or after graduation. Alumni may nominate fellow alumni in any of the categories listed below. Specific criteria exist for each award program.:

• Outstanding Alumni, Young Alumni and Alumni Service Awards are presented annually during Homecoming to recognize individuals who have made outstanding contributions to their industries and communities. The deadline is Feb. 1.

• The Department of Professional Education at Bemidji State University is seeking nominations for its 2016 Hall of Fame award. BSU alumni who demonstrate excellence in teaching students or managing schools are eligible for induction into the Professional Education Hall of Fame. Inductions are held during even years. The deadline is Feb. 1.

• The Athletics Hall of Fame inducts individuals and teams for accomplishments in several categories. Former BSU athletes, teams and coaches can be nominated for accomplishments during their days at Bemidji State. Individuals who have achieved coaching success after leaving BSU may be nominated for the Alumni Coaching Achievement Award. The John S. Glas Letter Winner Award is presented to those who have provided exemplary support to BSU Athletics. The deadline is March 1.