Former North Dakota State University President Jim Ozbun Dies

Former NDSU president dies in Dickinson at 88

DICKINSON, N.D. (KVRR) — Former North Dakota State University President Jim Ozbun has died in Dickinson at 88. He was named president of NDSU in 1988 and retired in 1995. He had a long career in higher education at Cornell University, University of Minnesota, Kansas State University and Washington State University before he came to NDSU. Ozbun purchased a small cattle ranch in western North Dakota after his retirement. His funeral is scheduled f…

Former North Dakota State University President Jim Ozbun dies

Ozbun served as President of NDSU from 1988 to 1995.

Former NDSU President dies

DICKINSON, ND – A former President at North Dakota State University has died. The University says Jim Ozbun, who served as President of the University from 1988 until 1995, died Sunday in Bismarck. He was 88. Funeral services are set for Saturday morning at 10 a.m. in Dickinson. He’ll be buried in Flasher. “I encourage you to reflect on his enduring impact and join me in extending heartfelt condolences to all members of our community who knew an…

Former North Dakota State University President Jim Ozbun dies at age 88

FARGO — A former president of North Dakota State University, known for his deep support of students and for academic and athletic programs, has died. Jim Ozbun, who served as president of NDSU from 1988 to 1995, died Sunday, Aug 3., in Dickinson, N.D., family members said. He was 88 years old. Ozbun was preceded in death by his wife, Sonja, who died last fall. He’s survived by the couple's son, Terry Ozbun, of Fairview, Ore.; their daughter, Kar…