New NDSU, Bismarck State presidents sign contracts

By: Jeff Beach

Outlets: North Dakota Monitor

Published: April 10, 2026

Words: 392

Last Updated: 2 months, 2 weeks ago

The new presidents of North Dakota State University and Bismarck State College have agreed to contracts with the North Dakota University System.

Marshall Stewart will be paid a salary of $550,000 to lead NDSU, with the contract running from May 25, 2026 to June 30, 2027.

New BSC President Brian Kalk will earn a salary of $310,000 beginning Thursday and running through June 30, 2027.

Kalk also will receive a housing …

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