 Bemidji State students are back for a new semester with a new interim dean of students. Dr. Jesse Grant has held a variety of positions in higher level education over his 23 year career. Most recently he served as an academic advisor and enrollment specialist at Eastern Gateway Community College in Youngstown, Ohio. Grant will oversee services for American Indian and veteran students along with housing, recreation, dining, the student union and student conduct. I wanted to bring vibrancy to our student life offerings. It's already there. It's just a matter of looking at it very differently and so making sure that our students have the best wonderful experience. Grant's position will last until the end of June 2018. If you've enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax-deductible contribution to Lakeland Public Television.