Hoeven Announces Funding for DSU’s Stoxen Library

DICKINSON, N.D. – Gov. John Hoeven today announced that Dickinson State University (DSU) will receive $8.8 million in state dollars to fund the Stoxen Library renovation and construction project. Hoeven made the announcement at a news conference in Dickinson, along with DSU President Richard McCallum, North Dakota University System Chancellor Bill Goetz and Dickinson Mayor Dennis Johnson.

“We are pleased to announce today that the funding criteria established by the 2009 Legislature have been met and Dickinson State University will receive $8.8 million to fund the renovation and construction of Stoxen Library,” said Hoeven. “This library is a valuable resource for the university and the community, and with this renovation, will continue to enrich future generations of students and citizens.”

The funding was appropriated by the 2009 Legislature in Senate Bill 2003 contingent upon the state general fund exceeding its expected revenue projections by $25 million between July 1, 2009 and December 31, 2009. The legislation stated that actual general fund revenues for that period had to exceed estimated general fund revenues by at least $25 million, based on the legislative estimates made at the close of the 2009 legislative session. General fund revenue collections exceeded projections by $33.7 million, meeting the criteria established in the legislation.

“We are very pleased this project has been funded,” said Goetz. “Dickinson State University is vitally important to western North Dakota, and it’s an integral part of our statewide system of higher education. The addition to Stoxen Library will address the critical library resource needs for students well into the future. Upon completion, Stoxen Library will provide the very latest in technology and resources vital to DSU and the region.”

When completed, the proposed space will include additional computer stations and labs; quiet study areas; an expanded Academic Success Center, which provides tutoring, instruction of English as a Second Language and a writing center; space for the Office of Extended Learning, which offers online and distance education; and the Theodore Roosevelt Honors Leadership Program. Incorporating these components in the new library space will help Stoxen Library fulfill its vision as a hub of intellectual inquiry and its goal of providing an inviting environment for scholarly inquiry and for social and cultural activities.

The expanded library also will provide a new home for the Theodore Roosevelt Center Virtual Library and allow space for special collections and exhibits pertaining to Theodore Roosevelt and western North Dakota.

“This new library addition is a dream come true for us,” said McCallum. “Our library is the cornerstone that supports our academic programs. This addition will enhance our ability to perform our mission and achieve our vision for the future. This new space will expand our library facilities, enhance the educational experience of our students and improve our academic support facilities. Moreover, we are pleased this addition will provide a new home for our Theodore Roosevelt Center.”

Hoeven to make announcement

Governor John Hoeven will be making an announcement regarding Dickinson State University’s (DSU) Stoxen Library tomorrow (January 13, 2010) morning at 10 am. The announcement will take place in the Stoxen Library on the DSU campus.

Following the announcement, refreshments will be served and the Governor, as well as other dignitaries, will be available for conversation.

Joining Hoeven will be DSU President Richard McCallum, North Dakota University System Chancellor Bill Goetz and Dickinson Mayor Dennis Johnson.

Kim Goldsmith
Web & Social Media Manager

Strom Conference

Yesterday was the 9th Annual Strom Conference. We had a great turnout of 244 people! Considering the DSU Student Center Ballroom will only hold 250, we felt this was an incredible turnout! The morning was kicked off by Steve Glasser, Executive Director of the Strom Center, followed by Dr. McCallum, President of Dickinson State University. Our first presenter was Barry Maher who spoke on “Filling the Glass.” Our lunch speaker was Joel Bleth of Solar Bee & North Dakota’s 2008 Entrepreneur of the Year. Our final speaker of the day was Gregg Vanourek who spoke on “Life Entrepreneurship.”Also, in the morning there was a business plan competition. There were 6 teams who competed. The winning business plan was submitted by BSC student, Molly Backhaus, who will be attending classes at DSU next fall. For more information on the conference, you can visit The Dickinson Press online.

Thank you to everyone who made the conference a success…your efforts are much appreciated!

Please keep an eye out for upcoming information regarding the 10th Annual Strom Conference next year!!

Kim Hayes
Talent Initiative Assistant
Strom Center for Entrepreneurship and Innovation