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Fantle Building

The Fantle Building

The Fantle Building houses the College's Center for Western Studies, the newest facility on campus, dedicated in 2001. The Center exists to “interpret the history and culture of the northern plains” through community outreach, publishing, and research. Impressive displays of Native American life and of the College's Norwegian heritage are contained in the facility, as well as priceless artifacts and art work.

The Center sponsors The Boe Forum, an impressive lecture series that brings to campus leaders of international reputation. Past speakers have included Colin Powell, President George Bush, John Major, Barbara Bush, Mikhail Gorbachev, Desmond Tutu, and Queen Nor of Jordan.

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