DSU’s historic ‘Rock Wall’ recognized as new Dickinson landmark

DICKINSON — Dickinson State University s historic Rock Wall has been officially recognized as a local landmark, marking a milestone in preserving the university s history through the efforts of a student-led research project. University officials, alumni, students and community leaders gathered Wednesday morning, Oct. 21, for a ceremony unveiling the landmark designation. University officials, alumni, students and community leaders gather Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, at Dickinson State University for a ceremony recognizing the historic Rock Wall s designation as a local landmark. Kelly Harju / The Dickinson Press The recognition resulted from research conducted by DSU senior Neva Alejandro, a composite social science major who began studying the wall during an independent study course in fall 2024. Alejandro spent a semester researching the structure's history, using Dickinson Press archives on microfilm, university yearbooks and historical reference materials. Her f