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Dickinson State University has announced the nominees for its 2025 Homecoming Queen. The five students, each active in various campus organizations and activities, shared their thoughts on Homecoming traditions, the meaning of being a Blue Hawk, and memorable experiences at DSU.

Madeline Black is a junior majoring in Business and Psychology from Circle, Montana. She said her favorite Homecoming tradition is attending the football game. “Being a Blue Hawk means more than representing a school; it’s being part of a community that supports, lifts, and celebrates each other,” Black said. She recalled making memories while traveling to games and tournaments with new friends. Black participates in football/athletic training, Pacesetters, and women’s wrestling. “I hope to take the lessons and education I’ve received and use them to be a productive member of society,” she added.

Kailey Brimmer is a senior studying Ag Business and Ranch Management from Miles City, Montana. She enjoys seeing support for the parade and tailgate during Homecoming week. “Being a Blue Hawk is having pride in my school and community and knowing that they will help me achieve my goals now and in the future,” Brimmer said. Her most memorable moment was getting lost on her way to her first TRHLP event as a freshman. She is involved with Ag Club, Range Club, TRHLP, and Student Ambassadors. “I hope to take away new friendships and many memories to look back on,” she added.

Rachel Dazell is from Dickinson, North Dakota, double majoring in Business Administration and Accounting. She appreciates all Homecoming events for connecting with other students: “Being a Blue Hawk is a huge blessing. Both of my parents were Blue Hawks, so I grew up seeing how much DSU meant to them,” Dazell said. Her favorite memory was supporting the basketball team during last year’s conference win. On campus she serves as peer tutor, vice president of FBLA, social media manager, and event planner for Pacesetters Bible Study. “I hope to take away great connections and memories and grow in character through the experiences DSU has provided,” she added.

Eniola Soetan is a senior Exercise Science major with a Coaching minor from Winnipeg, Manitoba; she was born in Lagos, Nigeria. Her favorite tradition is the pep rally: “I love the energy everyone brings to Scott Gym, from cheer performances to tug of war and announcing all the teams,” Soetan said. “It’s such a fun time with all the Blue Hawks together.” For her, being part of DSU means belonging to "a tight-knit family that uplifts each other." She recalled watching men’s basketball win both regular season conference title and playoffs as her top memory at DSU. Soetan serves as student ambassador; choir member; secretary of Campus Activities Board; vice president of student senate; vice president for governmental affairs for North Dakota Student Association; president of Dickinson Girls4Sports club.“I hope to take away an appreciation for the impact of the people and community around us because they can truly uplift us even when we cannot see it ourselves,” she said.

Ashlee Potter is a senior Math Education major with a Coaching minor from Bismarck, North Dakota. She favors both football games and parades during Homecoming week: “Being a Blue Hawk means being part of a hard-working, winning, and supportive culture,” Potter said.Her best memory includes winning softball conference in 2024 along with experiences serving two years as an RA.Potter plays softballand serves as student ambassador.“I hope to celebrate the little thingsand keep therelationships I’ve built throughout my four years as a Blue Hawk,”she added.

The university states these nominees represent DSU’s spirit ahead of this year’s celebration.