MENU

The North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) proudly announces the appointment of Karl Griffor as the new Vice President of Operations for the NDSCS-Fargo location, as well as for the highly anticipated NDSCS Career Innovation Center (CIC), slated to open its doors in 2025.

Griffor, an esteemed military veteran who retired from the Army in 2005, boasts an extensive career transition, moving from defense contracting into education. After obtaining an Arizona K-12 CTE teaching certificate in Industrial and Emerging Technology, Griffor enriched minds as a public school teacher and later, as a Cybersecurity educator at Cochise College. He eventually climbed the ranks to become the Dean of Workforce Development there. Today, he prepares to lead NDSCS's operations in Fargo, encompassing both the current establishment and the forthcoming CIC.

When asked about his enthusiasm for his new role in Fargo, Griffor expressed, “The possibilities for growth are limitless. Fargo, and indeed North Dakota, is experiencing a new era of expansion. NDSCS is perfectly poised to be a guiding light in nurturing and bolstering that growth.”

The NDSCS Career Innovation Center, located at 4230 64th Avenue South, represents the future of education and workforce training in Fargo. The 87,000 square-foot CIC will offer an assortment of academic programs and training modules ranging from Construction and IT to Agriculture and General Education.

President Rod Flanigan, Ph.D. remarks, “Mr. Griffor has demonstrated strong leadership skills through years of experience both in the military and in higher education. Karl’s affable personality and the ability to develop strong relationships with people of all ages and of all levels of responsibility make him the perfect fit for the position. He will help us build a stronger presence in the Fargo market by building relationships with area high schools, local business and industry professionals, and with elected officials. We are very excited to have Mr. Griffor on staff and look forward to many years of strong enrollment growth in the Fargo area.”

Griffor envisions NDSCS playing an even more integral role in Fargo's educational landscape. "While our operations in Fargo already make significant contributions, we’re gearing up to enhance our service offerings. With the CIC on the horizon, we anticipate a surge in dual-credit options for high school students, offering them improved avenues for education and employment."

In addition to comprehensive academic programs, NDSCS-Fargo provides a holistic educational environment that champions attainability, affordability, convenience, credibility, and relevance. Offering academic options in diverse fields like Business Management, EMS, ICT, and Welding Technology, NDSCS-Fargo prepares students to confront the challenges of the modern job market. For those considering a future with NDSCS, both the current Fargo location and the forthcoming CIC represent unparalleled opportunities for academic and professional growth.

To learn more about NDSCS's Career Innovation Center and Karl Griffor’s strategic vision for the institution, visit NDSCS's Career Innovation Center website or NDSCS-Fargo.

North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS), a leading institution of higher education, is thrilled to announce a significant growth in college enrollment for the fall 2023 semester. The institution has experienced a remarkable increase in the number of students choosing NDSCS as their educational home, reflecting the college's commitment to academic excellence, innovation, and inclusivity.

The official headcount, taken on the 20^th instructional day each semester, shows that enrollment at NDSCS has risen to 3,140 for the fall semester of 2023, an increase of over 6% compared to the fall 2022 headcount. 

NDSCS President, Dr. Rod Flanigan, talks about the enrollment growth, "As we begin another transformative year at NDSCS, the increased enrollment is a testament to our unwavering commitment to students -- a commitment that includes creating the best possible educational experience for our students and a dedication to continuous improvement by our staff and faculty."

The 2023 NDSCS student body includes 1,505 full-time students and 1,635 part-time students. Students residing in an on-campus residence hall or a campus apartment increased nearly 3% over last fall.  Dr. Flanigan shared, “We're a two-year college with a four-year feel. Performing Arts, sports, and residential life are all key to the experience of being here at NDSCS. When the data shows more and more students are wanting to be part of that experience, I know we're on the right track.”

The noteworthy rise in enrollment underscores the trust that students and their families have placed in the institution to provide a world-class education and a supportive learning environment. The total number of students from North Dakota is 2,333, which comprises 74.3% of the student body. Minnesota students comprise 19.8% of the student body with the remainder drawn from 32 other states and 7 foreign countries. NDSCS enrolls students from 50 of the state’s 53 counties.

NDSCS is excited to embark on this new academic year with a thriving and diverse community of learners. As we celebrate this remarkable increase in enrollment, we remain steadfast in our mission to provide an exceptional education and prepare students for a bright and promising future.