UND Arts & Sciences

10/01/2026

Due to naval flight training requiring a significant investment of time and resources, Chester Fritz Distinguished Professor in Psychology Thomas Petros is exploring whether certain characteristics are associated with stronger performance under the stresses of flight training.

Three-year project will study factors that may help improve student success in naval flight training

09/21/2026

Much of Assistant Professor Darshil Patel’s research focuses on the chemical signatures produced during decomposition, to understand which chemical markers can indicate the presence of human remains.

Learn more about Patel's work with UND Forensic Science in the latest research spotlight!

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09/17/2026

Settling into their one-of-a-kind space on campus, UND Forensic Science hosted community members in an exploratory afternoon of Gustafson Hall.

Learn more about the Crime Scene house, thanks to the Grand Forks Herald!

The University of North Dakota Forensic Science Society invited residents to explore four mock crime scenes at Gustafson Hall Friday.

09/14/2026

Congratulations to Nikki Berg Burin - the newest endowed faculty member in the College of Arts & Sciences!

An assistant professor in UND History & American Indian Studies, Berg Burin was named a Baukol History Fellow at the recent endowed faculty luncheon celebrating donors whose generosity helps support the work.

Endowed Faculty Celebration takes on new format as UND recognizes 17 faculty members and the donors who support their work

09/11/2026

For Charles R. “Chuck” Johnson Endowed Professor of Communication Timothy Pasch, the UND ARCTIC project extends beyond the data collected or technologies developed. It is also about creating opportunities for students to become researchers themselves.

Learn more on his decades of work in the region and how UND's involvement in Arctic research places students at the forefront of international research!

Timothy Pasch, Charles R. “Chuck” Johnson Endowed Professor of Communication, featured for research with Cold Regions Research and Engineering Laboratory in Alaska.

09/02/2026

As one of 10 artists selected for Art 14C's Back to the Studio Residency, UND Art & Design Assistant Professor Michael Conlan recently leaned into a six-week residency designed specifically for educators.

Immersing in studio practice, Conlan created various pieces while gaining clarity with dedicated time and space to make art without expectations.

Interdisciplinary artist Michael Conlan, assistant professor of Art & Design, was one of 10 artists selected for Art 14C’s Back to the Studio Residency in New York City.

08/28/2026

Halftime highlights 🎶

Football season kicked off with another legendary UNDPrideoftheNorth performance, before backers of the band joined the fun on the field.

During the annual Place the Patch event, supporters connected with students to place personalized patches on band uniforms in recognition of their impactful support to start the season!

08/26/2026

As one of 10 competing teams, ND Vocal received the top award of $10,000 at the inaugural Lift-Off event!

Led by team members Jielun Zhang, Xudong Yu and Justin Montigne, the AI-powered vocal training app listens to students sing and provides personalized coaching to guide their practice and support music educators.

Ten research teams showcase technologies developed through UND’s Innovation Moonshot Summer Accelerator.

08/25/2026

“It’s full good!” 🚀

We had the best time welcoming new students to the College of Arts & Sciences during Movie Monday! After introductions to the College by Dean Rundquist and some advice from Associate Dean Koepke, students enjoyed Project Hail Mary on the big screen.

Many thanks to the UND Music team for sharing their recital hall!

07/24/2026

Calling University of North Dakota math and science majors! 🔬

The deadline is approaching for the QUEST Scholarship. Be sure to apply to gain valuable research and professional development experience while preparing for a career in STEM.

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