Quasquicentennial anniversary culmin
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BHSU officially began its year-long celebration with the Founders’
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Luncheon in honor of the date the University was founded – Feb. 27, 1883. BHSU alumni Paul Higbee, author, and Les Voorhis, photographer, signed copies of their book, Black Hills State University - 125th Anniversary. Les provided a pre- sentation of his photography of the campus, and Paul gave an overview of the University’s history. Spearfish mayor Jerry Krambeck presented the proclamation
lack Hills State University celebrated its Quasquicentennial in 2008 with a number of events honoring the 125 years the
from the city of Spearfish, officially naming February 27 Black Hills State University Day. The luncheon concluded with the dedication of a time capsule, which remained opened throughout the year to collect memorabilia. It will be re-opened in 2033 when BHSU celebrates its Sesquicentennial.
Alumnus Gary Mule Deer returned to campus for a performance in March in honor of the celebration. Mule Deer, who was honored later in the year as one of the 125 Accomplished Alumni at BHSU, started performing while he was a student at BHSU and has performed on every major concert stage in the country. He has made over 350 television appearances, including many on The Tonight Show and The Late Show. He was one of six comedians, along with Jay Leno, to star on the very first HBO Comedy Special; was the co-host of Don Kirschner’s Rock Concert for four years on NBC; and was a regular on Make Me Laugh. Swarm Week 2008 was a historic homecoming celebration. In addition to the annual homecoming festivities, the University hosted several special events to
“honor the past and celebrate the future.” BHSU welcomed alumni back to campus for the 125 Accomplished Alumni Award Luncheon. Honorees included, among others, an author, entertainer, inventor, oceanographer, oncologist, entre- preneurs, podiatrist, toxicologist, scientists, photographers, attorney, surgeon, manag- ers, government leaders, educators, and an orthodontist. “It was an honor to have this esteemed group of alumni together on our campus. Their accomplishments demonstrate that BHSU graduates have a profound impact in their fields. Our alumni are transforming lives,” BHSU President Kay Schallenkamp said.
The Swarm Day parade had a great turnout of both spectators and partici- pants. Winning floats in the parade were: best overall float - Campus Apartments; best community organization award - Alumni Association; best community busi- ness entry - Hillsview Day Care; and best student organization float - Theatre Society and Props and Liners. Several BHSU alumni also performed
Gary Mule Deer receives congratulations from BHSU President Kay Schallenkamp during the 125 Accomplished Alumni Luncheon. The luncheon was held to honor 125 BHSU alumni who have achieved prominence and distinction in their careers. Gary also performed on campus earlier in the year in honor of the Quasquicentennial celebration.
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BHSU alum Kory and the Fireflies performed during the tailgate social before the 2008 Swarm Day football game against long- time rival, the SDSM&T Hardrockers. In addition to the annual homecoming festivities, the University hosted several special events to “honor the past and celebrate the future.”
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