UND Arts & Sciences

10/12/2026

10/08/2026

While pushing the boundaries of science, Julia Zhao and Diane Darland emphasize the importance of creating opportunities for students to become confident, independent, and successful scientists along the way.

They continue to connect chemistry, biology and nanomaterials through interdisciplinary research!

Latest College of Arts & Sciences research spotlight features long-standing collaboration between two Chester Fritz Distinguished Professors.

10/07/2026

UND Communication Department recently hosted its fifth annual Constitution Day celebration, in recognition of the newest Americans on campus and in the community.

For fifth straight year, UND hosts naturalization ceremony on anniversary of nation's foundational document

10/06/2026

Leaving a mark on the future of UND ✍️

College of Arts & Sciences faculty & staff, students, alumni, and advisory board members celebrated the construction of the new Engineering & Science Building by signing a beam to be permanently installed. Displayed for years to come as a reminder of the people who helped build UND’s future, it was an afternoon of celebration during Homecoming for all!

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.