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North Dakota Native to Lead Bismarck State
Kalk, former Public Service Commissioner, named new president of polytechnic college
Apr. 1, 2026 at 10:21am
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The State Board of Higher Education has selected Brian Kalk, a North Dakota native and former Public Service Commissioner, as the next president of Bismarck State College. Kalk, who currently serves as the chief research officer at the University of North Dakota's Energy and Environmental Research Center, was chosen from a pool of four finalists.
Why it matters
Bismarck State College has a polytechnic mission with many programs tied to North Dakota's energy industry, making Kalk's background in natural resources and energy a natural fit for the position. The college is positioned to continue its managed growth and meet the workforce needs of the state.
The details
The State Board of Higher Education voted to appoint Brian Kalk as the next president of Bismarck State College. Kalk is a former Public Service Commissioner, which regulates parts of North Dakota's energy industry, and is currently the chief research officer at the University of North Dakota's Energy and Environmental Research Center.
- The State Board of Higher Education voted on Tuesday to select the next president of Bismarck State College.
The players
Brian Kalk
A North Dakota native who was selected as the next president of Bismarck State College. Kalk is a former Public Service Commissioner and currently serves as the chief research officer at the University of North Dakota's Energy and Environmental Research Center.
Bismarck State College
A polytechnic college in Bismarck, North Dakota with many programs tied to the state's energy industry.
What they’re saying
“BSC is positioned beautifully to continue to have a managed growth and meet the workforce needs of the state.”
— Brian Kalk, Incoming President, Bismarck State College
The takeaway
Bismarck State College's selection of a North Dakota native with deep experience in the state's energy industry signals the college's commitment to aligning its polytechnic programs with the workforce needs of the region.
