Bismarck State College Alumni and Foundation

What a fun filled BSC Night at the Lark's this weekend. Thank You to all of our alumni and friends who attended this sold out game. A special shout out to our BSC Foundation Board of Trustee's President, Russ Hanson, for his involvement with BSC and all that he does for our Foundation and students!

⚾️ BSC Night at the Larks is back! Join BSC Alumni and Friends for BSC Night at the Larks on Friday, June 5 at 7:05 p.m. as the Larks take on the Badlands Big Sticks!

Tickets are only $15 and include:
✨ Reserved seating on the Larks deck
✨ An exclusive Mystics hat
✨ Food & fun with the BSC community
✨ A post-game fireworks show

🎟️ Let's pack the park! Get your tickets today: https://bismarck-larks.nwltickets.com/Tickets/SelectPromoSeats?PromoCode=BSCAlumni2026

Grab a part of BSC History! The armory will undergo a remodel to house new academic programs this summer so here is your chance to own some memorabilia from Lamont’s Pit Stop. Lamont’s Pit stop has made many memories for decades and we are sad to see it go!

Mark your calendars for July 17th and join us on the annual BSC President's Run!

Gather your friends and join BSC President Brian Kalk for an afternoon exploring the scenic beauty of North Dakota as we road trip to the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora. Proceeds from the 2026 President's Run will go to the Bismarck State College Theatre Program.

Register today at www.bismarckstate.edu/presrun

The Bismarck State College Foundation Board of Trustees is proud to welcome two new members: Shanna Johnson and Arik Spencer.

Shanna brings 25 years of experience with U.S. Bank, where she serves as an Assistant Vice President and Business Banking Relationship Analyst, presenting expertise in banking and strong community connections.

Arik is the President & CEO of the Greater North Dakota Chamber, offering more than two decades of experience in government relations and public policy advocacy. Please join us in welcoming Shanna and Arik to the Board! 👏

Such a wonderful and special evening celebrating our BSC Alumni! Happy graduation day to the class of 2026!

What a fun evening celebrating our BSC Alumni award winners and Athletic Hall of Fame inductees tonight at the 2026 awards dinner. Congratulations to all of the recipients tonight!

🏆2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee: The 2029 Volleyball Team🏆
The 2019 Bismarck State College volleyball team delivered one of the most historic seasons in program history, earning a fourth-place finish at the NJCAA Division II National Tournament and establishing themselves among the elite teams in the nation. Entering the tournament ranked No. 12, the Mystics rose to the occasion on the national stage, exceeding expectations and showcasing their resilience, talent, and competitive drive.

The team will be honored as part of the 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees during this year’s Alumni Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet. Help us celebrate their outstanding athletic achievements and lasting impact on BSC athletics in the comments!

Learn more about the team at bismarckstate.edu/alumniawards.

🏆2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee: Jeni Walsh 🏆
Jeni Walsh is recognized for her exceptional leadership, program-building success, and lasting impact on Mystic athltics. During her time coaching Volleyball at BSC, Walsh helped usher in one of the most successful eras in program history, setting multiple team records while establishing a culture rooted in accountability, growth, and excellence. Walsh never posted a losing season, accumulating 213 wins against 83 losses.

Jeni will be honored as part of the 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees during this year’s Alumni Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet. Join us as we celebrate her outstanding athletic achievements and lasting impact on BSC athletics.

Learn more about Jeni at bismarckstate.edu/alumniawards.

🏆 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductee: Evonne Vaplon 🏆
Evonne Vaplon is one of the most versatile and dominant athletes in the history of BSC track and field. Competing during the early era of Title IX, she was a trailblazer for women’s athletics at BJC, helping set the standard for future female student-athletes. During the record-breaking 1977 season, Evonne led the team to a state championship by winning individual titles in the shot put, discus, and javelin, earning a spot at the NJCAA National Championships and cementing her legacy as a legendary multi-event competitor.

Evonne will be honored as part of the 2026 Athletic Hall of Fame Inductees during this year’s Alumni Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet. Join us as we celebrate her outstanding athletic achievements and lasting impact on BSC athletics.

Learn more about Evonne at bismarckstate.edu/alumniawards.