Dordt News | Dordt University Dordt News Academics Notable Jan 05, 2026 Dordt University mourns the passing of an undergraduate student Nikolas “Niko” Begalke, a 22-year-old Dordt University student from Germany, passed away in a skiing accident on January 3 in Austria. He is remembered as a kind, thoughtful student-athlete with "a curious mind and a caring heart." Featured News Business Notable Nov 17, 2025 Dordt finance team places 2nd nationally at elite business valuation competition A four-student team from Dordt University earned 2nd place nationally in the prestigious Georgia State University Business Valuation Competition, topping graduate-level programs and representing the tri-state region among 34 competing universities. Campus Oct 06, 2025 Dordt University launches major housing expansion to meet record enrollment Dordt University will break ground this fall on two major housing projects: a new 220-bed residence hall and four additional Every Square Inch apartment buildings. Academics Notable Rankings Sep 23, 2025 Dordt is a top 5 Midwest regional university, says U.S. News & World Report “We are grateful for this recognition from U.S. News & World Report, which affirms the momentum we’re experiencing at Dordt." Check out upcoming events at Dordt. View Events For Media Inquiries Please contact Sarah Moss, director of public relations.