More groups to try
Games & tabletop
Find tabletop players for Dungeons & Dragons, board games and casual card games.
MESA is BSC’s tabletop gaming community. Its published invitation includes students, faculty and alumni; contact an advisor to find a session.
When: Campus sessions; ask the advisor for the next meeting.
Where: Bismarck State College; room varies.
Who: BSC students, faculty and alumni of all ages, as listed by the college.
Check guest eligibility and the current room before attending.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Games & tabletop
Practice chess and meet other players through a campus club.
The college lists a chess club for students learning the game or building their strategy. Use the advisor contact in the club directory to join.
When: Confirm the term’s meeting time with the advisor.
Where: Bismarck State College; confirm the room.
Who: BSC students, including beginners.
This is a campus group; off-campus visitors should ask about eligibility.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
Games & tabletop
Play casual chess with Bismarck players of different ages and skill levels.
The state chess association lists public local sessions and welcomes new players. Ask the organizer which venue is meeting next.
When: Listed Saturday and Monday sessions; confirm current times before going.
Where: Gateway Mall food court or Will-Moore Elementary cafeteria, depending on the session.
Who: All ages and playing abilities; new players welcome.
Multiple venues are listed, so there is no single Directions button. Casual play and rated games can have different arrangements.
Checked 2026-10-20. Source. Schedules change, so double-check before you go.
