Bismarck State College
Bismarck State College
06/08/2024 | News release | Distributed by Public on 06/08/2024 17:47
Fries named BSC Assistant Dean of Current and Emerging Technologies – Cybersecurity Pathways
Fries named BSC Assistant Dean of Current and Emerging Technologies - Cybersecurity Pathways
Published: Aug 06 2024
Bismarck State College announces the appointment of Dr. Marcus Fries as Assistant Dean of Current and Emerging Technologies - Cybersecurity Pathways. In this pivotal role, Fries will spearhead the development and oversight of cybersecurity programs, reinforcing BSC's commitment to student success, training workforce for high-demand careers, and providing accessible, high-quality polytechnic education.
Fries, who previously served as Head of Computational Sciences at Eastern Nazarene College in Quincy, Mass., and Chair of Mathematics and Computer Science at Dickinson State University in Dickinson, N.D., brings a wealth of experience and expertise to BSC. He holds a B.S. in mathematics from North Dakota State University and an M.S. and Ph.D. in mathematics from Northeastern University.
"We are thrilled to have Dr. Fries join our team," said Mari Volk, BSC Dean of Current and Emerging Technologies. His extensive experience and deep understanding of cybersecurity and computational sciences make him an ideal candidate for this position. We are confident that his leadership will greatly enhance our cybersecurity programs and further our mission of providing accessible, high-quality education."
Fries also brings a high level of expertise in cryptography to the BSC Cybersecurity program. His appointment underscores the college's commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements and preparing students for success in the high-demand field of cybersecurity.
Fries, who previously served as Head of Computational Sciences at Eastern Nazarene College in Quincy, Mass., and Chair of Mathematics and Computer Science at Dickinson State University in Dickinson, N.D., brings a wealth of experience and expertise to BSC. He holds a B.S. in mathematics from North Dakota State University and an M.S. and Ph.D. in mathematics from Northeastern University.
"We are thrilled to have Dr. Fries join our team," said Mari Volk, BSC Dean of Current and Emerging Technologies. His extensive experience and deep understanding of cybersecurity and computational sciences make him an ideal candidate for this position. We are confident that his leadership will greatly enhance our cybersecurity programs and further our mission of providing accessible, high-quality education."
Fries also brings a high level of expertise in cryptography to the BSC Cybersecurity program. His appointment underscores the college's commitment to staying at the forefront of technological advancements and preparing students for success in the high-demand field of cybersecurity.