Dr. Allen Burgad Named President of VCSU

BISMARCK, N.D. – The State Board of Higher Education (SBHE) has appointed Dr. Allen Burgad as president of Valley City State University (VCSU) following his service as interim president at VCSU for 11 months. The appointments reflect the board’s confidence in the leadership, vision and accomplishments both presidents have demonstrated while guiding their institutions through periods of transition, SBHE Chair Kevin Black said. “Dr. Burgad has proven himself to be an exceptional leader who understands the institution, the community and the role our colleges and universities play in developing North Dakota’s workforce and future leaders,” said State Board of Higher Education Chair Kevin Black. [audio mp3="https://dehayf5mhw1h7.cloudfront.net/wp-content/uploads/sites/1065/2026/10/29140919/black-one.mp3"] Dr. Allen Burgad has served as VCSU’s interim president since December 2025 after previously serving as dean of the university’s School of Education. A VCSU alumnus, Burgad brings more