Editorial


Black Hills State University President Kay Schallenkamp accepts the Spearfish Economic Development Corporation (SEDC) Award of Excellence from Dan Green, Class of '64, and Bryan Walker, SEDC representatives. BHSU was chosen for the award to honor its vital contributions to the regional economy. Recent estimates indicate that BHSU has a total economic impact of just over $100 million annually.


Greetings to all BHSU alumni


community, state, region, and world. The Strategic Plan has been developed by a broad constituency across the campus and represents the direction we will take as we seek to be recognized as an innovative, high-quality university. The plan addresses our goals for the academic mission of the University, our efforts to fulfill our role as a valuable part of the community, and our role in developing students who will be engaged citizens in an ever-changing global society. I am very proud of Black Hills State University and the outstanding faculty, staff, and students who have chosen to work and learn here. I take great pride in hearing what our alumni are accomplishing. Your achievements are to be applauded.


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was honored to accept the Award of Excellence from the Spearfish Economic Development Corporation that recognized the University’s vital contributions to the regional economy. Dating to our founding in 1883, BHSU has had strong partnerships with the community.


BHSU recently completed a comprehensive Strategic Plan that will further enhance the University’s relationship with the


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