The Minot State University Alumni Association will host a casual gathering at the home of Byron and Chris Blowers, both MSU alumni, from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Thursday.

The Blowers' home is located at 9360 Darin Drive in Bismarck.

The get-together is the first event in Bismarck for 2008. It will be an opportunity to meet with MSU faculty, staff, volunteers and supporters.

If you need help with directions or questions about the event, call Tawnya Bernsdorf, director of alumni relations and annual giving, at 858-3234 or tawnya.bernsdorf@;minotstateu.edu.