State of the University


Save the Date 2026

The 2026 State of the University Address will be held Tuesday, Sept. 15, at 10 a.m. in Festival Concert Hall. This year’s event will also mark the inauguration of Marshall Stewart as the 16th president of North Dakota State University.

Additional details will be shared closer to the event.

official NDSU Presidential Seal

The president's overview of the institution's current status, achievements, challenges and future plans.

  • Academic Programs
  • Research Initiatives
  • Financial Health
  • Campus Developments
  • Community Engagement
  • Strategic Priorities

2025 State of the University

The 2025 State of the University Address, “Now Is Our Moment,” was delivered by 15th President David Cook on Tuesday, September 9 at 10 a.m. in Festival Concert Hall.