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Circle Program Monthly Smudge
Hí?ha?ni wašté – It’s a good day! We warmly invite you to join the NSU Circle Program as a campus community for our monthly smudging, 12:15-12:30 PM in The Circle Program room (MJ112) and Technology Center Courtyard.
Smudging is a sacred tradition involving the burning of sacred plants. It’s a way to cleanse, reflect, begin anew, and gather in a good way—as we begin a fresh start to the month.
Participating in or witnessing this practice is a meaningful way to show respect for Indigenous cultures and build community together. Please contact Lara.Nelson@northern.edu for additional information.
All are welcome. We hope to see you there.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDZKD.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 12:30 PM.
Circle Program Student Lounge (MJ 112), Technology Center Courtyard.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Tuesday, May 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Forum-Dr. Alyssa Kiesow, CAS Dean
The Noon Forum for Wednesday, May 6, 2026, will be presented by Dr. Alyssa Kiesow, Dean of the College of Arts and Sciences. Dr. Kiesow will be leaving NSU at the end of the spring term. Her topic is "The Last Lecture I'd Ever Give".
Dr. Kiesow says, "This final lecture will reflect on Northern’s evolution through the lens of faculty, chair, and dean. Please join me with a brief walk down 'memory lane,' exploring how past experiences can inform the future. More than a farewell, this will be a forward-looking message, encouraging the campus to build on what has been learned and continue shaping Northern’s future."
This Noon Forum will be held in Centennial Rooms C & D in the NSU Student Center from 12-1:30pm and is sponsored by the College of Arts and Sciences.
This and all forums are free and open to the public.
Event Locator: 2026-ACHTMT.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM.
Student Center Centennial C 262, Student Center Centennial D 262.
2026 Cording Ceremony
The 2026 Cording Ceremony is hosted by the Military/Veteran's Affairs office in collaboration with the Aberdeen American Legion to honor NSU and local high school graduates who have served or are committed to serve in the U.S. Armed Forces. Students receive an honor cord to wear during their respective graduation ceremonies as well as a certificate.
Event Locator: 2026-ACGTMM.
Wednesday, May 6, 2026, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Jewett Reg Science Ed Center Lobby.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Thursday, May 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Honors Reception
Reception for students graduating with honors.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVPN.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM.
Barnett Center Hallway.
Honors Recognition Reception & Ceremony
Ceremony for students graduating with honors.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVPL.
Friday, May 8, 2026, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
Kessler's Club Room 250.
Athletic Stole Ceremony
Ceremony to recognize graduating athletes.
Event Locator: 2025-ACGNQM.
Saturday, May 9, 2026, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM.
Kessler's Club Room 250.
Spring 2026 Commencement
Northern State University will celebrate the accomplishments of its graduates at Spring Commencement, set for 10 a.m. Saturday, May 9, 2026, in the Barnett Center Wach's Arena.
The ceremony is open to the public, and no tickets are required. Doors will open at least one hour before the event. Guests are encouraged to stay through the end to honor all graduates.
For those unable to attend in person, the event will be streamed live via multiple platforms. The ceremony will be livestreamed through the NSU Facebook page, and broadcast locally on Midco channel 12 and NVC Channel 12. The broadcast will also be available channel 588 on Midco.
Live captioning will be provided on screen at the venue, as well as online through Facebook and the graduation webpage.
Event Locator: 2025-ACFFDK.
Saturday, May 9, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Barnett Center Bob Wachs Arena 117, Barnett Center Auxiliary Gymnasium 210, Barnett Center Kretchman Hall of Fame 222, Barnett Center Pole Vault Area, Barnett Center Track, Barnett Center Batting Cages 210A, Barnett Center Track Throwing Cages 210B.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Monday, May 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Wednesday, May 13, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Thursday, May 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Friday, May 15, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Monday, May 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Pitching Your Business - What Investors Actually Want to Hear
Learn what investors, lenders, and judges actually want to hear. Mike will cover how to structure your pitch, what to include (and what to leave out), and how to communicate your value clearly and confidently. Perfect for entrepreneurs preparing for a competition or pitching to a bank or angel investor.
Presenter: Mike Bockorny, South Dakota Economic Development Professionals Association,
Register at northernstartupcenter.com/upcoming-events.
Event Locator: 2025-ACGRBZ.
Tuesday, May 19, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Business, Health & Innovation Center 101.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Thursday, May 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Friday, May 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Memorial Day - no classes; offices closed
Memorial Day - no classes; offices closed.
Event Locator: 2025-ACFFFL.
Monday, May 25, 2026.
Boys State 2026
South Dakota Boys State was founded at Aberdeen in 1940 and 83rd Annual Boys State will be held at Northern State University from Monday, May 25th to Friday, May 29th, 2026.
Per their website, the American Legion Boys State of South Dakota has a two-fold purpose. First, to better help youth understand and appreciate the American system of government and way of life including the rights and responsibilities of citizenship. Secondly, to give a better knowledge of the fundamental principles of government within the State of South Dakota. These objectives are sought by establishing a mythical 51st State of Union, comprised of counties and cities, giving Boys State actual experience in control and operation of these units of government. The American Legion wants the Boys of South Dakota to understand the problems of government as well as how it functions.
To sign up, Boys must be a high school Junior or Senior who have never attended Boys State before. Please follow (copy/paste) this link: …
Event Locator: 2025-ACGQBX.
Monday, May 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – Friday, May 29, 2026, 2:30 PM.
NSU Outdoor Spaces.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Monday, May 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Tuesday, May 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Wednesday, May 27, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Thursday, May 28, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Friday, May 29, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Monday, June 1, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Tuesday, June 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Wednesday, June 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Thursday, June 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Friday, June 5, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
SAT National Test
SAT National Test Date for SAT registered students.
This test is in the NSU Testing Center, Williams Library Room 154A.
Contact the Testing Coordinator with any questions.
Email: nsuproctor@northern.edu,
Phone: 605-626-2029.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDXFW.
Saturday, June 6, 2026, 7:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Monday, June 8, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Tuesday, June 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Thursday, June 11, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Friday, June 12, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
ACT National Test
ACT National Test Date for ACT registered students.
This test is in the NSU Williams Library.
Contact the Testing Center Coordinator with any questions.
email: nsuproctor@northern.edu,
phone: 605-626-2029.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDXFZ.
Saturday, June 13, 2026, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Classroom 117.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Wednesday, June 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Thursday, June 18, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Juneteenth Holiday - no classes; offices closed
Juneteenth Holiday - no classes; offices closed.
Event Locator: 2025-ACFFFN.
Friday, June 19, 2026.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Friday, June 19, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Monday, June 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Tuesday, June 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Wednesday, June 24, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Thursday, June 25, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Friday, June 26, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Monday, June 29, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Tuesday, June 30, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Wednesday, July 1, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Thursday, July 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Independence Day Holiday - no classes; offices closed
Independence Day Holiday - no classes; offices closed.
Event Locator: 2025-ACFFFM.
Friday, July 3, 2026.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Friday, July 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
ACT National Test
ACT National Test Date for ACT registered students.
This test is in the NSU Williams Library.
Contact the Testing Center Coordinator with any questions.
email: nsuproctor@northern.edu,
phone: 605-626-2029.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDXFZ.
Saturday, July 11, 2026, 7:00 AM – 2:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Classroom 117.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Friday, July 17, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Monday, July 20, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Tuesday, July 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Wednesday, July 22, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Monday, August 3, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Basketball
Noon ball is a long-standing tradition at NSU. It is open to all faculty, staff, and students. We typically play games to 5 (by ones), then start a new game to rotate new players in.
Event Locator: 2025-ACDVCA.
Tuesday, August 4, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.