 Bemidji State University has a new executive director of University Advancement. The school announced today that Josh Christensen has been selected to fill that position. Christensen comes to BSU from the University of North Dakota where he is director of development and alumni relations at the John D. Ottegaard School of Aerospace Sciences. Christensen's duties at BSU begin on May 14th. He will succeed Marla Patrius who is retiring in June after working with BSU alumni and foundation in a variety of roles for 20 years. If you enjoyed this segment of Lakeland News, please consider making a tax deductible contribution to Lakeland PBS.