We are Dakota College at Bottineau
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On August 1, 2009, MSU-Bottineau(MSU-B) became Dakota College at Bottineau. The change grew from strategic planning efforts begun three years ago. As a practical matter, the new name gives the institution a unique identity that reflects its location; history; mission; and ongoing Nature, Technology, and Beyond focus. It does not change the college's affiliation with Minot State University. That affiliation continues to grow stronger.

On a deeper level, the change defines our sense of place and purpose. The word Dakota connotes commitment, vitality, strength, and determination, traits that characterize the spirit of this college. Other attributes such as contrasting landscapes and ecological diversity; robust, outdoor living; abundant nature, wildlife, hills, and plains; and boundless skies over wide, open spaces are common to our state and synonymous with Bottineau. These attributes helped us become the best of who we are and influenced the traits woven into our culture and heritage since 1906.

We needed a new name to describe the unique spirit and vibrancy that have distinguished the college for over 100 years. Dakota College at Bottineau does so in a manner appropriate to our mission and location and makes clear our passion for appreciation of natural world.

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An overview of the name change process can be found by clicking here.