A number of students demonstrated exceptional skills in communications courses at Dickinson State University (DSU). These students were awarded the Recognition of Excellence in Communication by the Office of Academic Affairs following the spring 2021 semester.

The Recognition of Excellence in Communication is awarded to students in all disciplines who have demonstrated a high level of achievement in communication-related courses at Dickinson State. Specifically, it is awarded to students who have earned an A or B grade in College Composition I and II (ENGL 110 and 120) and Fundamentals of Public Speaking (COMM 110) over the course of their collegiate career.

This recognition can be verified by employers who are looking for workers with good written and spoken communication skills and will be posted to the student's Merit Pages account.

Local students receiving the honor included Brandy Hansen and Hannah LaBree, both of Ekalaka.