Students named to 2026 academic team

BISMARCK – Fifteen students from the North Dakota University System’s community colleges have been named to the 2026 All-North Dakota Academic Team, which recognizes students’ academic achievements, leadership and service. The group was honored April 16 during a recognition dinner at Williston State College.

Among students recognized were Adyson Brady and Katherine Schmitt, Dakota College at Bottineau; Jaelyn Buckman and Gracie Kuglin, Lake Region State College; Sarah Marie Schindler Jessen, Brianna Kane and Jayden Shupe, Williston State College.

Students named to the state team are also nominated for the All-USA Academic Team. Each member of the team receives a certificate of congratulations from Gov. Kelly Armstrong, an award certificate, a medallion and a monetary award. Team members are eligible to any of the N.D. University System’s four-year institutions. The University of Mary also offers awards to team members.