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Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Awaken Bible Study
Weekly Bible Study! Start in large group then break into small student led groups.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJMGS.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Kessler's Club Room 250.
Awaken Bible Study
Weekly Bible Study! Start in large group then break into small student led groups.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJMGS.
Monday, September 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Kessler's Club Room 250.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Northern Lights Meeting
Northern Lights is NSU’s annual literary magazine. This meeting is open to all students interested in publishing their creative work or contributing to the editing, layout, design, and publication of the magazine. Students interested in learning more about the publication process and opportunities to get involved are encouraged to attend.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJVGG.
Tuesday, September 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
MeWaldt-Jensen Classroom 145.
Noon Form - Return of the Wolves
“Return of the Wolves” Panelists will be Northern alumni who have returned to campus as members of the faculty and staff. Panelists include Nadya Preszler, Julia Wold and other alumni. They’ll share memories of their student days at NSU and talk about why they returned to campus for their careers.
The Noon Forum is held in the NSU Beulah Williams Library Round Room from 12-1pm on Wednesdays and is sponsored by the College of Arts and Sciences.
This and all forums are free and open to the public.
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Event Locator: 2026-ACJSFR.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Student Government Association Meeting
The NSU Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the governing body/voice of the pack, representing all Northern students. Functions of SGA include overseeing the creation and recognition of all organizations, delegating General Activity Fee fund allocation on campus every spring, representing NSU at South Dakota Student Federation meetings, and serving as the bridge between the student body and the South Dakota regental system. SGA meets weekly during the academic year and welcomes all students, Northern employees, and community members to attend. For more information, stop by their office in the Hub on the second level of Avera Student Center, or visit their social media.
Open Forum is at the beginning of every meeting. All Northern students are invited to bring their questions or concerns to SGA during Open Forum.
Meetings are open to the general public unless the SGA goes into a closed session. Business regarding students and student concerns occur during these meetings.
Event Locator: 2026-ACHVPS.
Wednesday, September 23, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
2026 Homecoming Royalty Coronation
2026 Homecoming Royalty Coronation—more details to come.
Event Locator: 2025-ACGPBS.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM.
Johnson Fine Arts Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theatre 300, Johnson Fine Arts Stage 301.
Drop-In Craft Night
Bring your favorite craft project and enjoy a relaxing evening of creativity on Thursday, Sept. 24th and Oct. 22nd at 7:00pm at Williams Library!
Whether you knit, crochet, scrapbook, paint, or work on another hobby, our Drop-In Craft Night is the perfect place to connect with others and create.
Please bring your own materials. All skill levels are welcome!
Event Locator: 2026-ACJZQP.
Thursday, September 24, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Friday, September 25, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Intramural Soccer League
Sunday nights at 6 PM will be our league nights for our Open Intramural Soccer League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKC.
Sunday, September 27, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Athletic and Recreation Soccer.
How to Pray 101
We will be tabling to promote the talk from Father Tim Cone about how to pray.
Event Locator: 2026-ACKAHV.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Awaken Bible Study
Weekly Bible Study! Start in large group then break into small student led groups.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJMGS.
Monday, September 28, 2026, 7:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Kessler's Club Room 250.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Intramural Flag Football
Tuesday nights at 6:30 PM will be our league nights for our Open Intramural Flag Football League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPHV.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Athletic and Recreation Football.
SNA - Nursing/Pre-nursing Panel Discussion
The NSU Student Nurses Association will be hosting a panel discussion for Nursing and Pre-Nursing Students on 9/29 at 6:30 pm. The panel will consist of current Nursing students and Nursing Instructors who will welcome your questions about the program and the profession.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJRFX.
Tuesday, September 29, 2026, 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Student Center Centennial A East 262, Student Center Centennial A West 262, Student Center Centennial B East 262, Student Center Centennial B West 262, Student Center Centennial C 262, Student Center Centennial D 262.
Student Government Association Meeting
The NSU Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the governing body/voice of the pack, representing all Northern students. Functions of SGA include overseeing the creation and recognition of all organizations, delegating General Activity Fee fund allocation on campus every spring, representing NSU at South Dakota Student Federation meetings, and serving as the bridge between the student body and the South Dakota regental system. SGA meets weekly during the academic year and welcomes all students, Northern employees, and community members to attend. For more information, stop by their office in the Hub on the second level of Avera Student Center, or visit their social media.
Open Forum is at the beginning of every meeting. All Northern students are invited to bring their questions or concerns to SGA during Open Forum.
Meetings are open to the general public unless the SGA goes into a closed session. Business regarding students and student concerns occur during these meetings.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJZQR.
Wednesday, September 30, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Classroom 117.
Cramer Center for Design & Innovation
Northern State University's Cramer Center for Design & Innovation is hosting two exceptional speakers September 30 and October 1,
Wednesday, September 30 — Peter Calthorpe, 2:00 PM, Johnson Fine Arts Center Calthorpe is an award-winning urban designer with over 35 years of experience building sustainable communities across North America, Europe, Asia, and the Middle East. His talk, "Building Better Communities: Big or Small" looks at how thoughtful design can help communities of any size retain their people and their character.
Thursday, October 1 — Peter Calthorpe
8:45 AM — Small Group Conversation with Peter Calthorpe, Round Room, Beulah Williams Library. Revisiting themes from his career and presentation of the previous day, this session will also include a response panel from members of the Cramer Center's Board of Directors.
Tye Farrow 10:30AM — Round Room, Beulah Williams Library. "Design and its Impact on Mental and Physical Health" Farrow is an architect, writer, and founder of…
Event Locator: 2026-ACKACN.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 8:45 AM – 12:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
TRIO McNair Student Meeting
Second research workshop for McNair scholars focusing on SMART goals and resources.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNKG.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
MeWaldt-Jensen Classroom 145.
Intramural Softball League
Thursday nights at 6 PM are our league nights for our Open Intramural Softball League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKN.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koehler Hall of Fame Softball Field.
Mario Kart Tournament
Wolves Esports is hosting a Mario Kart 8 tournament, open to all students to participate or simply stop by and watch.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJZPP.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Johnson Fine Arts (Red Room) Lecture Classroom 117.
RU Game?
Game Night at the Library: The Library is hosting a monthly game night!
We'll play games as a group, and all are welcome.
Join us the first Thursday of the month at 7:00pm in the Library Creation Lab.
This semester's games include: Sept. 3 - Bingo; Oct. 1 - Wordle; Nov. 5 - Trivia; Dec. 3 - Puzzling,
Reach out to nicole.christiansen@northern.edu with any questions.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJQPN.
Thursday, October 1, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Creation Lab 109.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Friday, October 2, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Sunrise Yoga at The Bank
Campus Recreation is offering a Sunrise Yoga session for students, staff, and faculty the morning of game day for football.
Event Locator: 2026-ACKADL.
Saturday, October 3, 2026, 6:30 AM – 8:00 AM.
Dacotah Bank Stadium Thares Field.
Intramural Soccer League
Sunday nights at 6 PM will be our league nights for our Open Intramural Soccer League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKC.
Sunday, October 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Athletic and Recreation Soccer.
TSA Craft Night
Trio Scholars Association is hosting a Craft Night in the Student Center Mezzanine. Students will be able paint canvases, rocks, paint by numbers, and wooden picture frames.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJZXA.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Student Center Mezzanine 124.
Honors Meeting
This meeting is for NSU students in the Honors Club and/or Honors Program.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPPB.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Business and Health Innovation Center 102.
Open House for Mental Wellness Week
We are promoting physical health for Mental Wellness Week in partner with the NSU Counseling Services.
Event Locator: 2026-ACKAAW.
Monday, October 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Silent Book Club
The Silent Book Club meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month from 2:00pm-3:00pm in the northwest rounded area, second floor of the Library.
No set books to read. No pressure to share or even discuss what you have chosen to read. Simply bring yourself and whatever you're currently reading.
Fall semester meetings: Sept. 1 and 15; Oct. 6 and 20; Nov. 3 and 17; Dec. 1,
Everyone is welcome, and anyone can join!
For additional information, contact nicole.christiansen@northern.edu.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJQPZ.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Intramural Flag Football
Tuesday nights at 6:30 PM will be our league nights for our Open Intramural Flag Football League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPHV.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Athletic and Recreation Football.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Tuesday, October 6, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Noon Forum - NSU Money
Join us for Northern’s first Budget Town Hall of the fiscal year. Lorelle Davis, VP of Finance and Administration and Brock Hoyle, Assistant Controller are the featured speakers at this forum. They’ll break down how the University budget works, share key financial priorities and challenges, and provide an opportunity to ask questions about Northern’s finances.
The Noon Forum is held in the NSU Beulah Williams Library Round Room from 12-1pm on Wednesdays and is sponsored by the College of Arts and Sciences.
This and all forums are free and open to the public.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJTCN.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Student Government Association Meeting
The NSU Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the governing body/voice of the pack, representing all Northern students. Functions of SGA include overseeing the creation and recognition of all organizations, delegating General Activity Fee fund allocation on campus every spring, representing NSU at South Dakota Student Federation meetings, and serving as the bridge between the student body and the South Dakota regental system. SGA meets weekly during the academic year and welcomes all students, Northern employees, and community members to attend. For more information, stop by their office in the Hub on the second level of Avera Student Center, or visit their social media.
Open Forum is at the beginning of every meeting. All Northern students are invited to bring their questions or concerns to SGA during Open Forum.
Meetings are open to the general public unless the SGA goes into a closed session. Business regarding students and student concerns occur during these meetings.
Event Locator: 2026-ACHVPS.
Wednesday, October 7, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
TRIO McNair Student Meeting
This workshop provides a big-picture introduction to graduate school.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNKH.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 5:30 PM – 7:00 PM.
MeWaldt-Jensen Classroom 145.
Intramural Softball League
Thursday nights at 6 PM are our league nights for our Open Intramural Softball League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKN.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koehler Hall of Fame Softball Field.
Quiz Bowl
Join us for the Student-Faculty Quiz Bowl on Thursday, October 8, and watch students and faculty battle it out in a fun, fast-paced trivia showdown!
Event Locator: 2026-ACJRZB.
Thursday, October 8, 2026, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Johnson Fine Arts Black Box 112.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Friday, October 9, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Intramural Soccer League
Sunday nights at 6 PM will be our league nights for our Open Intramural Soccer League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKC.
Sunday, October 11, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Athletic and Recreation Soccer.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, October 12, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Intramural Flag Football
Tuesday nights at 6:30 PM will be our league nights for our Open Intramural Flag Football League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPHV.
Tuesday, October 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Athletic and Recreation Football.
Noon Forum - The Rez of the Story: Updates from Indian Country
The Noon Forum for Wednesday, October 14, 2026 will be presented by Pamela Monaghan-Geernaeart and Jaeden Shaving and is titled, "The Rez of the Story: Updates from Indian Country." Dr. Pamela Monaghan-Geerneart is an Associate Professor of Sociology. Jaeden Shaving is the Senior Coordinator of the American Indian Circle Program at Northern.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJZMG.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Student Government Association Meeting
The NSU Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the governing body/voice of the pack, representing all Northern students. Functions of SGA include overseeing the creation and recognition of all organizations, delegating General Activity Fee fund allocation on campus every spring, representing NSU at South Dakota Student Federation meetings, and serving as the bridge between the student body and the South Dakota regental system. SGA meets weekly during the academic year and welcomes all students, Northern employees, and community members to attend. For more information, stop by their office in the Hub on the second level of Avera Student Center, or visit their social media.
Open Forum is at the beginning of every meeting. All Northern students are invited to bring their questions or concerns to SGA during Open Forum.
Meetings are open to the general public unless the SGA goes into a closed session. Business regarding students and student concerns occur during these meetings.
Event Locator: 2026-ACHVPS.
Wednesday, October 14, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Intramural Softball League
Thursday nights at 6 PM are our league nights for our Open Intramural Softball League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKN.
Thursday, October 15, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koehler Hall of Fame Softball Field.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Friday, October 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Intramural Soccer League
Sunday nights at 6 PM will be our league nights for our Open Intramural Soccer League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKC.
Sunday, October 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Athletic and Recreation Soccer.
Intramural Softball League
Thursday nights at 6 PM are our league nights for our Open Intramural Softball League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKN.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koehler Hall of Fame Softball Field.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, October 19, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Silent Book Club
The Silent Book Club meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month from 2:00pm-3:00pm in the northwest rounded area, second floor of the Library.
No set books to read. No pressure to share or even discuss what you have chosen to read. Simply bring yourself and whatever you're currently reading.
Fall semester meetings: Sept. 1 and 15; Oct. 6 and 20; Nov. 3 and 17; Dec. 1,
Everyone is welcome, and anyone can join!
For additional information, contact nicole.christiansen@northern.edu.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJQPZ.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Northern Startup Center Workshop
This free workshop is provided by the Northern Innovation and Startup Center and is available both in-person and online. In-person participants will meet in the Business and Health Innovation Center (room 101) on NSU's campus. Learn more and register at northernstartupcenter.com/upcoming-events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJLSM.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Business and Health Innovation Center 101.
Intramural Softball League
Thursday nights at 6 PM are our league nights for our Open Intramural Softball League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKN.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koehler Hall of Fame Softball Field.
Intramural Flag Football
Tuesday nights at 6:30 PM will be our league nights for our Open Intramural Flag Football League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPHV.
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Athletic and Recreation Football.
Noon Forum: My Predictions for the Election and Why I am Probably Wrong
The Noon Forum for Wednesday, October 21, 2026, will be presented by Dr. Steven Usitalo, professor of History, Dr. Ken Blanchard, emeritus professor of Political Science and Dr. Jon Schaff, professor of Political Science. The panel will discuss their predictions for the upcoming midterm elections.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJZMN.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Student Government Association Meeting
The NSU Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the governing body/voice of the pack, representing all Northern students. Functions of SGA include overseeing the creation and recognition of all organizations, delegating General Activity Fee fund allocation on campus every spring, representing NSU at South Dakota Student Federation meetings, and serving as the bridge between the student body and the South Dakota regental system. SGA meets weekly during the academic year and welcomes all students, Northern employees, and community members to attend. For more information, stop by their office in the Hub on the second level of Avera Student Center, or visit their social media.
Open Forum is at the beginning of every meeting. All Northern students are invited to bring their questions or concerns to SGA during Open Forum.
Meetings are open to the general public unless the SGA goes into a closed session. Business regarding students and student concerns occur during these meetings.
Event Locator: 2026-ACHVPS.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Glow in the Dark Dodgeball
Trio Scholars Association is hosting Glow in the Dark Dodgeball in partnership with NSU Fit Club and Campus Recreation and Intramurals in Dacotah Hall Gym.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJZMV.
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Intramural Softball League
Thursday nights at 6 PM are our league nights for our Open Intramural Softball League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKN.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Koehler Hall of Fame Softball Field.
Drop-In Craft Night
Bring your favorite craft project and enjoy a relaxing evening of creativity on Thursday, Sept. 24th and Oct. 22nd at 7:00pm at Williams Library!
Whether you knit, crochet, scrapbook, paint, or work on another hobby, our Drop-In Craft Night is the perfect place to connect with others and create.
Please bring your own materials. All skill levels are welcome!
Event Locator: 2026-ACJZQP.
Thursday, October 22, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Friday, October 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Intramural Flag Football
Tuesday nights at 6:30 PM will be our league nights for our Open Intramural Flag Football League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPHV.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Athletic and Recreation Football.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, October 26, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Intramural Flag Football
Tuesday nights at 6:30 PM will be our league nights for our Open Intramural Flag Football League.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPHV.
Tuesday, October 27, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Athletic and Recreation Football.
Student Government Association Meeting
The NSU Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the governing body/voice of the pack, representing all Northern students. Functions of SGA include overseeing the creation and recognition of all organizations, delegating General Activity Fee fund allocation on campus every spring, representing NSU at South Dakota Student Federation meetings, and serving as the bridge between the student body and the South Dakota regental system. SGA meets weekly during the academic year and welcomes all students, Northern employees, and community members to attend. For more information, stop by their office in the Hub on the second level of Avera Student Center, or visit their social media.
Open Forum is at the beginning of every meeting. All Northern students are invited to bring their questions or concerns to SGA during Open Forum.
Meetings are open to the general public unless the SGA goes into a closed session. Business regarding students and student concerns occur during these meetings.
Event Locator: 2026-ACHVPS.
Wednesday, October 28, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
FAIL Fest
Failure is part of every success story. Join us for the Third Annual FAIL Fest on October 29, from 4:00 to 6:00 p.m. at the Business and Health Innovation Center, as we celebrate the bold ideas, hard-earned lessons, and regional achievements that shaped 2026. Entrepreneurs, leaders, students, and community members are invited to embrace the "fail forward" mindset and look ahead to the possibilities and opportunities of 2027.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNFS.
Thursday, October 29, 2026, 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Business and Health Innovation Center Lobby 100.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Friday, October 30, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Honors Meeting
This meeting is for NSU students in the Honors Club and/or Honors Program.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPPB.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Business and Health Innovation Center 102.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, November 2, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Silent Book Club
The Silent Book Club meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month from 2:00pm-3:00pm in the northwest rounded area, second floor of the Library.
No set books to read. No pressure to share or even discuss what you have chosen to read. Simply bring yourself and whatever you're currently reading.
Fall semester meetings: Sept. 1 and 15; Oct. 6 and 20; Nov. 3 and 17; Dec. 1,
Everyone is welcome, and anyone can join!
For additional information, contact nicole.christiansen@northern.edu.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJQPZ.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Northern Startup Center Workshop
This free workshop is provided by the Northern Innovation and Startup Center and is available both in-person and online. In-person participants will meet in the Business and Health Innovation Center (room 101) on NSU's campus. Learn more and register at northernstartupcenter.com/upcoming-events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJLSM.
Tuesday, November 3, 2026, 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM.
Business and Health Innovation Center 101.
Student Government Association Meeting
The NSU Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the governing body/voice of the pack, representing all Northern students. Functions of SGA include overseeing the creation and recognition of all organizations, delegating General Activity Fee fund allocation on campus every spring, representing NSU at South Dakota Student Federation meetings, and serving as the bridge between the student body and the South Dakota regental system. SGA meets weekly during the academic year and welcomes all students, Northern employees, and community members to attend. For more information, stop by their office in the Hub on the second level of Avera Student Center, or visit their social media.
Open Forum is at the beginning of every meeting. All Northern students are invited to bring their questions or concerns to SGA during Open Forum.
Meetings are open to the general public unless the SGA goes into a closed session. Business regarding students and student concerns occur during these meetings.
Event Locator: 2026-ACHVPS.
Wednesday, November 4, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
TRIO McNair Student Meeting
Final research workshop for McNair scholars focusing on developing and refining academic writing skills.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNKJ.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
MeWaldt-Jensen Classroom 145.
RU Game?
Game Night at the Library: The Library is hosting a monthly game night!
We'll play games as a group, and all are welcome.
Join us the first Thursday of the month at 7:00pm in the Library Creation Lab.
This semester's games include: Sept. 3 - Bingo; Oct. 1 - Wordle; Nov. 5 - Trivia; Dec. 3 - Puzzling,
Reach out to nicole.christiansen@northern.edu with any questions.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJQPN.
Thursday, November 5, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Creation Lab 109.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Friday, November 6, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Senior Recital: Grode & Heier
Anizye Grode and Elias Heier performs their Senior Recital and all are welcome to enjoy their repertoire. This is open to the public and a free concert to attend.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJKCS.
Sunday, November 8, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Johnson Fine Arts Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theatre 300, Johnson Fine Arts Stage 301.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, November 9, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, November 10, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Friday, November 13, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Senior Recital: Knigge & Jackson
Connor Knigge and Elijah Jackson perform their Senior Recital and all are welcome to enjoy their repertoire. This is open to the public and a free concert to attend.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJKAV.
Saturday, November 14, 2026, 3:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Krikac Administration Auditorium 300.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, November 16, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Silent Book Club
The Silent Book Club meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month from 2:00pm-3:00pm in the northwest rounded area, second floor of the Library.
No set books to read. No pressure to share or even discuss what you have chosen to read. Simply bring yourself and whatever you're currently reading.
Fall semester meetings: Sept. 1 and 15; Oct. 6 and 20; Nov. 3 and 17; Dec. 1,
Everyone is welcome, and anyone can join!
For additional information, contact nicole.christiansen@northern.edu.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJQPZ.
Tuesday, November 17, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Student Government Association Meeting
The NSU Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the governing body/voice of the pack, representing all Northern students. Functions of SGA include overseeing the creation and recognition of all organizations, delegating General Activity Fee fund allocation on campus every spring, representing NSU at South Dakota Student Federation meetings, and serving as the bridge between the student body and the South Dakota regental system. SGA meets weekly during the academic year and welcomes all students, Northern employees, and community members to attend. For more information, stop by their office in the Hub on the second level of Avera Student Center, or visit their social media.
Open Forum is at the beginning of every meeting. All Northern students are invited to bring their questions or concerns to SGA during Open Forum.
Meetings are open to the general public unless the SGA goes into a closed session. Business regarding students and student concerns occur during these meetings.
Event Locator: 2026-ACHVPS.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Common Read Lecture
Northern State University will welcome No. 1 New York Times-bestselling author, award-winning educator, founder and philanthropist Sharon McMahon as the keynote speaker for the Larry and Julie Poeppel Family Common Read Lecture at 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18, 2026, in the Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theater in the Johnson Fine Arts Center. The lecture is free and open to the public.
Sharon McMahon is a longtime government and law teacher who provides daily insights on current events, political misinformation, the history and function of the U.S. government, and ways to support democracy.
“I’m excited that The Small and the Mighty has been selected as Northern State University’s next Common Read. Showcasing the everyday Americans whose actions shaped the course of our nation’s history, the book encourages reflection on perseverance, empathy, and the shared responsibility to do the next needed thing—something we all need to be reminded of, especially right now,” said Sharon McMahon.
“We are honored to…
Event Locator: 2026-ACHHDT.
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, 7:30 PM – 9:00 PM.
Johnson Fine Arts Harvey and Cynthia Jewett Theatre 300, Johnson Fine Arts Stage 301.
TRIO McNair Fall Forum
Along with mentors, scholars will have the opportunity to present their research 'in-progress' in a more relaxed, conversational format.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNKL.
Friday, November 20, 2026, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Friday, November 20, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, November 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, November 24, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, November 30, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Silent Book Club
The Silent Book Club meets the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month from 2:00pm-3:00pm in the northwest rounded area, second floor of the Library.
No set books to read. No pressure to share or even discuss what you have chosen to read. Simply bring yourself and whatever you're currently reading.
Fall semester meetings: Sept. 1 and 15; Oct. 6 and 20; Nov. 3 and 17; Dec. 1,
Everyone is welcome, and anyone can join!
For additional information, contact nicole.christiansen@northern.edu.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJQPZ.
Tuesday, December 1, 2026, 2:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Noon Forum - International Student Forum
The Noon Forum on Wednesday, December 2, 2026, will feature Cheng Hsien Wu, Assistant Professor of Teacher Education, and Michael Mohammed, Director of International Programs. They will present Global Voices, Global Connections: Highlighting Personal Narratives While Connecting International and Domestic Perspectives.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJZND.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Student Government Association Meeting
The NSU Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the governing body/voice of the pack, representing all Northern students. Functions of SGA include overseeing the creation and recognition of all organizations, delegating General Activity Fee fund allocation on campus every spring, representing NSU at South Dakota Student Federation meetings, and serving as the bridge between the student body and the South Dakota regental system. SGA meets weekly during the academic year and welcomes all students, Northern employees, and community members to attend. For more information, stop by their office in the Hub on the second level of Avera Student Center, or visit their social media.
Open Forum is at the beginning of every meeting. All Northern students are invited to bring their questions or concerns to SGA during Open Forum.
Meetings are open to the general public unless the SGA goes into a closed session. Business regarding students and student concerns occur during these meetings.
Event Locator: 2026-ACHVPS.
Wednesday, December 2, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
RU Game?
Game Night at the Library: The Library is hosting a monthly game night!
We'll play games as a group, and all are welcome.
Join us the first Thursday of the month at 7:00pm in the Library Creation Lab.
This semester's games include: Sept. 3 - Bingo; Oct. 1 - Wordle; Nov. 5 - Trivia; Dec. 3 - Puzzling,
Reach out to nicole.christiansen@northern.edu with any questions.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJQPN.
Thursday, December 3, 2026, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Creation Lab 109.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Friday, December 4, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
Wolves Pickleball Association
Wolves Pickleball Association will host their league nights Monday's and Friday's at 6:30.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJPKT.
Monday, December 7, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM.
Dacotah Hall ISRC Gym 115.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, December 8, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.
Noon Forum - What's in the Governor's Budget?
The Noon Forum for Wednesday, December 9, 2026, will be presented by Julie Johnson. Johnson is a regular at the SD Legislature advocating for issues of concern to NE South Dakota and NSU. She is in the Appropriations Committee almost every day. The 2027 Legislative Session really kicks off when the Governor gives his Budget Address on December 1, which is his proposed budget. This conversation will outline what the Governor is proposing in areas of interest to us, so we can understand it and follow along when the Legislature begins on January 12, 2027.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJZNG.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
Student Government Association Meeting
The NSU Student Government Association (SGA) serves as the governing body/voice of the pack, representing all Northern students. Functions of SGA include overseeing the creation and recognition of all organizations, delegating General Activity Fee fund allocation on campus every spring, representing NSU at South Dakota Student Federation meetings, and serving as the bridge between the student body and the South Dakota regental system. SGA meets weekly during the academic year and welcomes all students, Northern employees, and community members to attend. For more information, stop by their office in the Hub on the second level of Avera Student Center, or visit their social media.
Open Forum is at the beginning of every meeting. All Northern students are invited to bring their questions or concerns to SGA during Open Forum.
Meetings are open to the general public unless the SGA goes into a closed session. Business regarding students and student concerns occur during these meetings.
Event Locator: 2026-ACHVPS.
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM.
Beulah Williams Library Round Rm 104.
TRIO McNair Student Meeting
Scholars, staff, and mentors will celebrate the holidays and upcoming graduates.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNKN.
Thursday, December 10, 2026, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM.
MeWaldt-Jensen Classroom 145.
Commencement - 2026 December
Northern State University will celebrate the accomplishments of its graduates at Winter Commencement, set for 10 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 12, in the Johnson Fine Arts Center.
The ceremony is open to the public, and no tickets are required. Doors will open at least one hour before the event. The ceremony is expected to last about 90 minutes. 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: 2026-ACJKTN.
Saturday, December 12, 2026, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM.
LuMin Tabling
LuMin "Tell Me More Tuesday!" Question of the day, giveaways, promote other upcoming LuMin events.
Event Locator: 2026-ACJNPJ.
Tuesday, December 15, 2026, 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM.
Student Center Mall 101.