Bismarck State College — National Energy Center of Excellence

"The flexibility of the program allowed me to continue working while earning my degree." ⚡
Devin's story highlights how online learning can help working professionals take the next step in their careers. Read his journey and see where education can take you!

EPCE Learner Success Story: Devin Limberg Adult learner Devin Limberg's journey from wildland firefighter to protection and control technician highlights the impact of his industry-aligned degree.

Inspiring Tomorrow: CTE Educator Workshop

Presenter Spotlight: Matt Chaussee

Join Matt Chaussee of CareerViewXR as he presents "Beyond Career Awareness: Building Career Literacy Through Immersive Technology."

Matt Chaussee is the CEO and Co-founder of award-winning immersive media and virtual reality video solution, CareerViewXR. Together with his wife and company co-founder, Katie, the two have turned this once upon a time "mom and pop VR shop" into a skilled team of educators and media professionals providing career awareness solutions to schools in over 25 states. CareerViewXR’s accessible approach to delivering immersive media allows them to bring authentic and meaningful real-world career experiences into the classroom.

July 7–10, 2026 Bismarck State College

Free to attend for educators, with PD credits, stipends, and travel reimbursement available. Limited Space Available - Reserve your spot today!

https://tinyurl.com/BSC-EDWorkshop26

Inspiring Tomorrow: CTE Educator Workshop

Presenter Spotlight: Luis Perez

Join Luis Perez of Cast.org as he presents "Introduction to the Universal Design of Learning" and "Integrating the Universal Design of Learning into Lesson Planning" .
Luis promotes the creation, delivery, and use of high-quality accessible educational materials and technologies to support learning across the lifespan. He is embedded with the Postsecondary and Workforce Development group at CAST, and in this role works to increase access to middle- and high-income careers for everyone.

July 7–10, 2026 Bismarck State College

Free to attend for educators, with PD credits, stipends, and travel reimbursement available. Limited Space Available - Reserve your spot today!

https://tinyurl.com/BSC-EDWorkshop26

Inspiring Tomorrow: CTE Educator Workshop

Presenter Spotlight: Martin Vega
Join Martin Vega of Applied Digital as he presents "The Future of Datacenters and AI"."

Drawing on his experience managing a 200MW datacenter and leading community operations initiatives, Martin will share insights into emerging technologies, workforce trends, and opportunities that are shaping the future.

July 7–10, 2026 State College
Free to attend for educators, with PD credits, stipends, and travel reimbursement available. Limited Space Available - Reserve your spot today!

https://tinyurl.com/BSC-EDWorkshop26

Ready to bring the future of manufacturing into your classroom?
Join us for Industry 4.0 Instructor Training and level up your program with hands-on, cutting-edge skills your students NEED for high-demand careers!

🔧 Explore real-world technologies
🤖 Get hands-on with robotics, controls & more
🎓 Learn how to teach Industry 4.0 in your classroom
✅ Earn industry-recognized certifications

📅 July 28–30
📍 Bismarck State College Advanced Training Center

Whether you’re looking to close the skills gap, enhance your curriculum, or simply stay ahead of the curve, this training is for YOU.

👩‍🏫👨‍🏭 Join 400+ educators who are already transforming classrooms across the Midwest!

Secure your spot today!

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/industry-40-instructor-training-tickets-1989312053904?aff=oddtdtcreator

📢 Registration is open for the 2026 Inspiring Tomorrow CTE Educators Workshop!

Join us July 7–10 at Bismarck State College for a hands-on professional development experience exploring robotics, PLCs, drones, 3D printing, and other Industry 4.0 technologies, while learning strategies that support workforce readiness and inclusive employment.

Participants are eligible for stipends, credit reimbursement, travel/lodging reimbursement, and classroom resources.

Space is limited! Register today: https://tinyurl.com/EducatorsWorkshop26

Bismarck State College’s Instrumentation & Control students took home 1st place again this year at the International Society of Automation (ISA) Competition!

Your hard work, technical skills and teamwork continue to set the standard. Congratulations to our talented students and faculty for representing BSC so well. Way to go, Mystics!

It was a great day for our Lineworker students to showcase their skills!

A moment to highlight our partnership with NextEra Energy Resources! Thanks to NextEra for visiting BSC and for the generous donation supporting student and faculty Energy Storage Training, along with three trainers BSC will use to help prepare the next generation of the energy workforce. Partnerships like this strengthen BSC’s commitment to hands-on learning and workforce development, ensuring students gain the real-world skills needed to succeed in a rapidly evolving industry.

Final projects are in full swing as we head into the last weeks of the semester ⚡️

Our Mechatronics II students are putting their skills to the test using SCADA systems, communication networks, HMI and PLCs to collect and analyze real-world data. This is where classroom learning meets hands-on innovation.

Learn more about the program: https://catalog.bismarckstate.edu/catalog/degrees/career-technical-education/mechatronics-ii/