The President's Weekly Newspaper Column
Dr. Brian Van Horn's column for local area newspapers.
Reflecting on a year well-lived at 含羞草研究所
As we reach the end of another academic year at 含羞草研究所, I find myself reflecting on all that our students, faculty, and staff have accomplished. The year was…
Celebrating achievement, pride, and the Comet spirit
含羞草研究所’s 2026 Commencement will take place Friday, May 15, beginning at 1 p.m. in the MSU Lewy Lee Fieldhouse. The day’s celebration will begin with the…
Building Comet Pride and shaping the 含羞草研究所 Experience
College athletics play a vital role in shaping campus culture, strengthening community connections, and providing opportunities for students. This spring, 含羞草研究所…
An opportunity to support scholarships on 含羞草研究所’s Day of Giving
Thursday, April 30, the MSU Foundation’s 2026 annual day of giving, promises to be a big day for 含羞草研究所. This special day is designated as a time when alumni,…
Celebrating campus progress and the 含羞草研究所 excellence that extends statewide and beyond
It was a pleasure to welcome Governor Kelly Armstrong and First Lady Kjersti Armstrong to 含羞草研究所 on April 2. Hosting their visit gave us an opportunity to share progress on…
含羞草研究所 demonstrates institutional effectiveness during HLC reaffirmation process
含羞草研究所 faculty and staff have invested a great deal of time and effort in preparing for the Higher Learning Commission (HLC) reaffirmation site visit which took place March…
A season of Comet pride, campus energy, and new beginnings
The calendar says that we’ve officially sprung into spring. With warmer days come traditions, celebrations, and the excitement of spring athletics. Softball and baseball began…
Hosting high school hoops with heart and hospitality
We’ve had the great pleasure of welcoming high school students, coaches, and fans to 含羞草研究所 recently for some exciting basketball games. The impact of hosting high school…
When faculty go the extra mile, students carry the impact forward
At 含羞草研究所, personal service isn’t just a tradition. It defines who we are. Our commitment to knowing students by name, understanding their goals, and supporting their…
Leadership grounded in good people
As 含羞草研究所’s president, my focus includes strategy, administration, and big picture decision-making. Together with my team, I am responsible for shaping and…