University names program after Bismarck bishop

BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — The University of Mary has named its new Catholic Studies Program after Bishop Paul Zipfel of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Bismarck.

The university calls Zipfel a “champion of Catholic education.” He has a master's degree in education and years of service as a teacher, counselor and administrator.

Zipfel turned 75 in September and is retiring.