BAKKEN /// GARY L. & BETSY SWENSON /// WILLIAM & DR. HEATHER HOWARD /// JOHN & CAROL BOWMAN /// DR. PATRICK & ROXANNE MOORE /// J. PAUL HERZIG /// JAMES CORBETT /// ROBERT & PEGGY ALDERSON /// DRS. JASON & HEIDI JENSEN /// RON & DARLA JOHNSON /// GREGORY JOHNSON /// PHYLLIS DOLYNIUK GIFFORD /// JESSE J. HOWARD /// DR. LINDA & JIM HOLDMAN /// M. INTERNATIONAL, INC. /// KENTON & MARILYN MCGREGOR /// LEROY A. ANDERSON /// DR. HAROLD W. HAUGAN /// NESET CONSULTING SERVICE /// SALLY L. & ROBERT HORNER /// JEPPESEN AVIATION FOUNDATION /// ALVIN R. SHASKY /// MARILYN & CLYDE VETTER /// DR. JOHN S. WRIGHT /// H. JAMES & DEBORAH JACOBSEN /// DR. DAVE & PAT MERSY /// DONN BURKE BAKER /// WADE & AMY SANDY /// DR. DWIGHT & CATHLEEN BOLLINGER /// KRIS & MICHAEL COMPTON /// DR. JON & MARCIA TINGELSTAD /// JOE ENSRUD /// PAMELA DEWALD /// HORMEL FOODS CHARITABLE TRUST /// DONNA J. WEINREBE /// RON & MARILYN KAVADAS /// JANELLE & KELLY KILGORE /// ACP NORTH DAKOTA CHAPTER /// BEECH AIRCRAFT CORPORATION /// THOMAS O. NIEMI /// DENNIS & JOAN JOHNSON /// JOSEPH & MARLYS HEINTZ /// DR. WILLIAM & JUDY RUUD /// JOHN C. LYONS, M.D. /// DR. INGER LISE NISSEN & DR. ALBERT LIEBMAN /// GREGG HALVERSON & YVONNE L GOMEZ HALVERSON, MD /// HARRIS ROUSE /// MICHAEL & PATTI LUNAK /// MARY & BEN MULLEN /// JAMES E. RELLER /// JOHN B. HOESLEY, M.D. /// ELEANOR STRATTE FOSTER /// DR. RICHARD P. & PAULA J. WENHAM /// KELSEY & STEVEN ROTH /// MATT GREENE /// RANDY J. HARLES /// NANCY L. LURWIG /// DAVE & SANDY GREGORY /// LARRY & BRIDGET DRUMMER /// MARLYN & DALONNA BJORGE /// TODD & ELIZABETH BASGAARD /// GALE & VIRGINIA SATROM /// ROMUND & HARRIET MADSON /// KINDNESS ANIMAL HOSPITAL/
J.
/// RANDALL L. LARSON /// MIKE FOLEY FARMS /// ROD & CARMEN THORPE ///
& ELAINE ERICKSON /// DR. JOHN & JULIE SAIKI /// DAWN M. BROOKS /// WALTER & MELISSA JOHNSON /// MARK & DEBBIE KENNEDY /// LOIS & MICHAEL DELMORE /// NICOLE & JEFFERSON TELLMANN /// JAMES & JENNIFER THOMPSON /// EXXON MOBIL /// BRIAN & SUSAN KRAFT
OIL,
P. HASKINS /// TODD & KRISTIN JACKSON /// DEAN & MARY LENABURG /// WILLIAM & ALICE MACMILLAN /// DR. STEVE & TERI LANTZ /// DR. RAYMOND MAJKRZAK /// DOUGLAS J. MACKAY /// DR. E. DEAN & KAREN SCHROEDER /// WAYNE M. SWENSON, M.D. & LOIS SWENSON /// HARVEY HENDERSON /// GARY WARD /// KIM R. DOCKTER /// LYNDA & LOWELL, JR. HURTT /// ROBERT & COLETTE MONROE /// KEVIN POLANSKY /// STEPHANIE & STEVEN CHRISTIAN /// ROBERT & HAROLDEEN HESKIN /// MILTON & MARI JANE KELLY /// LAURI & CURT HANSON /// RICK PALMER /// MARLYS & DALE JACKSON /// BRUCE & RACHEL KOPP /// BENJAMIN J. ZIEGLER /// DIANE & JOHN MARTINSON /// BBI INTERNATIONAL /// REITEN & YOUNG INTERNATIONAL /// DEAN RYAN /// SPENCER & ZELDA SKRETVEDT /// DRS. BARBARA & TIMOTHY WHALEN /// GLEN Y. YOSHIDA /// JIM & BEVERLY FOSTER /// MARK & LINDA HILDAHL /// ROSS T. ARTHUR /// GORDON "DUKE" MARTIN /// CATERPILLAR INC. /// JAMES G. STEWART /// CAESAR LARSON /// JUSTIN & THERESA IVERSON /// GENEVE & NICK RUTHERFORD /// JOHN & ELISE LEITCH /// DR. BRETT & JONATHAN PINKERTON /// JAMES D. BARGER, M.D. /// WILLIAM MOUNT, JR. /// B. DIANNE OLSON ESTATE IN MEMORY OF TERENCE D. OLSON /// KINNEY BEAN CO. /// INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL /// VERNON T. SQUIRES /// RALPH LARSON FARMS, INC. /// THE QUAKER OATS FOUNDATION /// NORTHRIDGE CONSTRUCTION, INC. /// TODD K. & MICHELLE MAESSE /// ZUGER, KIRMIS & SMITH /// HOWARD W. WRIGLEY /// MONTE & KARLENE JOHNSON /// RORY & JILL JOHNSON /// TIM LESHUK /// DR. LOREN WOLD /// DAVID B. STERN /// NORTHERN SKY BANK /// THORAINE A. LOYD /// ALMA J. ANDERSON /// DUNCAN & PAULA CAMERON /// HUBERT SEILER, M.D. /// ROBERT WIGHT /// JASON & MARGARET LAUMB /// FRANK J. DOOLEY & PAMELA J. HERMES /// RONNIE & MICHELLE INGLE /// R. W. & DUREEN RUFF /// DR. WILLIAM & CAROLYN HUNTER /// DEAN & BARBARA GOETZ /// WALT & CONNIE AURAN /// JOANN K. WALTER /// MARYANNE & RUSS ROMERO IN MEMORY OF RONALD & ANN BZOCH /// KENT & VAL KROGSTAD /// DR. JAMES & BETTY LESSARD /// REP. LAWRENCE & RITA KLEMIN /// DOUG & MADONNA HAJICEK /// MICKEY & LARRY KNUTSON /// KIRK & JANELLE ANDERSON /// HANNA, BROPHY, MACLEAN, MCALEER & JENSEN /// HENRY F. ROMPAGE /// LORRAINE C. KAATZ /// EMERY N. KOENIG /// MIKE & DIANE O'SHAUGHNESSY /// DONALD & MARY TEHVEN /// STATE FARM COMPANIES FOUNDATION /// BARRY WOINAROWICZ /// DAVID R. OLSON /// DANIEL & TAMI FUNK /// MICHAEL & JACQUELINE BERGERON /// PHILIP Q. JOHNSON, M.D. /// FANNY PORTER /// LAURA & JARED MEDHUS /// UND PANHELLENIC COUNCIL /// TIM & TAMARA HENNESSY /// CENTURY ELECTRIC, INC./GREG MATTSON & BRIAN HARRIS /// ANDREW T. BAILEY /// ANGIE PULKRABEK MOEN /// JOSHUA M. RIEDY /// PATRICK & MELISSA STREYLE /// PETE & MARILYN SIMONSON /// DR. ROBERT & JOYCE KNODELL /// VFW CLUB POST 7564, WEST FARGO /// LARRY & NANCY OLSEN /// M. JORDAN THORSTAD, M.D. /// WALLY & LYNETTE GRIFFIN /// LESTER J. TRNKA & SHARON MARK /// THE HONORABLE EDWARD DEVITT IN HONOR & MEMORY OF DEAN OLAF H. THORMODSGARD /// ODVIN & BETTY LYBECK /// CHARLES J. BREITWIESER /// DR. JEFFREY & LAURIE GEDDES /// JASON ACKERMAN /// WILLIAM A. & BETTY HOFER /// BETTY C. MONKMAN /// BRANDON WALL /// DANIEL J. & SARAH OWENS /// RICHARD & EILEEN JACKSON /// DR. GARY & DIANA JOHNSON /// DR. ED & MARJEAN BENDER /// DR. JANAKSINH & PUSHPA RAMAIYA /// RAY & PAMELA GOODSON /// JUDY R. ADLER, M.D. /// ROBERT & LINDA MEDHUS /// DR. JON & MARGARET JACKSON /// DUGGAN'S AUTO SERVICE CENTER /// BRETT & JAMIE SVIDAL /// ROBERT & MYRNA KUK /// VICTORIA BRAUND, M.D. & MICHAEL MERCURY, PH.D. /// STEVEN K. & DONNA HAMAR /// DAVID & JILL ENGELSTAD /// JEFF & MERILEE RIELY /// ROBERT & KARIN HILLSTROM /// M. BRUCE & JUDITH HELGERUD /// DAVID KOSMOWSKI /// LOWELL J. SCHWEIGERT /// PRUDENTIAL INSURANCE COMPANY /// DON & KAREN OLSON /// AIRCRAFT OWNERS & PILOTS ASSOCIATION /// DIANE M. CATT /// JUDGE JOEL & AMY MEDD /// BANTA CORPORATION FOUNDATION /// PS DOORS /// AVS REC CLUB /// LUMBER MART, INC., GRAND FORKS /// JOHN W. SCOTT, JR. /// JOHN M. & DEBORAH DINGESS /// INDIGO SIGNWORKS /// ANDREA & KEVIN BRAATEN /// NORTH DAKOTA SOCIETY OF CPAS /// LOLA'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT /// DAVID & JAN BAILLY /// SCIENCE ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES /// TOM & BUZZY THOMAS /// JACQUELINE R. OLSON IN MEMORY OF DEAN OLSON /// LEONARD BEAL /// RYAN'S POTATOES, INC. /// FLORIAN PROPERTIES, LLC /// ROBERT & KAREN RISKEY /// KELLY & MARCY EVERSON /// ICS, INC. /// BERT & MONICA LARIVEE /// RUSS & PAT WILBER /// DR. THOMAS B. STEEN & DR. CAROL E. COOK /// ANNE F. KNIPE /// DALE & JUDY NEPPEL /// BLAINE JEANOTTE /// UPS FOUNDATION, INC. /// DAKOTALAND AUTOGLASS /// KRIS M. HATTEN /// CREATIVE IMPRESSIONS /// DR. MARK & NANCY MOORE /// CHRIS & JANE MISIALEK /// OLIVER MYHRE /// GARY & CLAUDIA PRAMHUS /// D & D ROOFING/DALE & DEB DUCHSCHERER /// RICHARD & HELEN MCLEAN HALL ESTATE /// KNIGHT-RIDDER, INC. /// SCOTT & DEBRA KOBERINSKI /// FROEHLICH-PAULSON-MOORE, INC. /// WILLIAM R. LUNDBERG /// DAVID & ELLEN KLYM /// LINDA & CLAYTON SANDER /// MARCO, INC. /// EVAN E. LIPS /// PATRICK LARSON /// DOUG & LISA JOHNSON /// ESTELLE GRAHAM IN MEMORY OF DR. JOHN GRAHAM /// GREGORY & ELIZABETH HANSEN /// DR. NORVIN R. CURTIS /// ROBERT S. HANSON /// RONALD K. KJOS, M.D. /// DR. GLEN &
VOL. 108 NO. 1 GRATITUDE EDITION
UND ALUMNI ASSOCIATION & FOUNDATION
Chief Executive Officer
DeAnna Carlson Zink, ’86
Vice President of Marketing & Communications
Sarah Prout, ’07
UND ALUMNI MAGAZINE
Editor
Alyssa Konickson, ’06, Associate VP of Marketing & Communications
Lead Designer
Jenny Wolf, ’03, Director of Creative & Brand Strategy
Associate Editor
Stephanie Schultz, ’91, Writer & Editor
Senior Writers
Milo Smith, Senior Director of Public Relations & Videography
Jenn Lukens, Director of Stewardship & Donor Appreciation
Contributors
Jeannie Tvedt, Senior Database Coordinator
Melissa Garceau, Associate VP of Operations
Sam Melquist, Graphic Designer
Angela Brayton, ’25, Graphic Design Intern
Chad O’Shea, ’20, Associate Director of Stewardship Communication
Matthew Scheerer, Associate Director of Development Communications
Jasmine Koenig, Digital Media Coordinator & Photographer
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Chair
Jim Poolman, ’92
Vice Chair
Darla (Kleven) Adams, ’84, ’85, ’07 Directors
Troy Bader, ’85
Twylah (Butler) Blotsky, ’93
Chris Cooper, ’05, ’08
Scott Fredericksen, ’74
Randy Gershman, ’84
Dr. Michael LeBeau, ’02
Chuck MacFarlane, ’87
Karen (Borlaug) Phillips, ’77
Jodi Thompson Rolland, ’92
John Solberg, ’76
Kathryn Uhrich, ’86
Andrew Armacost
Dr. Marjorie Jenkins
Nancy Pederson, ’90
Lisa (Schmitz) Barnes, ’88
Kelly (Keeler) Caruso, ’91
Kaleb Dschaak, ’20
Angie (Hovland) Freeman, ’91
Mike Hamerlik, ’84, ’88
Nathaniel Leben, ’05
Gary Petersen, ’87, ’93
Lara (Olsen) Prozinski, ’90
Pat Sogard, ’82, ’86
Dave St. Peter, ’89
Chad Wachter Ex Officio
Karla Mongeon-Stewart
Eric Link
DeAnna Carlson Zink, ’86
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A TRADITION OF SUPPORT
From potatoes to Priority Points, follow the evolution of the North Dakota Champions Club.
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CONFIDENCE & STYLE
The Freeman Professional Closet makes students in the Nistler College among the best dressed.
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IN HER MEMORY
Friends establish scholarship in honor of accountancy grad who had the Power of Positivity.
CHAMPIONS
IN EVERY SENSE
When we hear the word “champion,” our minds often leap to athletes who are winning games, raising trophies, or achieving glory in competition.
But at the University of North Dakota, champions also exist in forms that don’t make headlines; instead, they are the donors, faculty, and staff who empower students to reach their potential.
For me, that champion was Matthew Butler. In 1984, as a first-generation college student, I received the Matthew Butler Scholarship — $500 that made a world of difference to a farm girl from Warren, Minnesota. It was more than just financial support; it was validation, a message that someone believed in me and my dreams. I still remember walking up to the second floor of the alumni building to collect that check and write a thank-you note. That moment was transformative.
Matthew Butler didn’t know me, but his generosity had a lasting impact on my education and my life. Today, his legacy continues through the scholarship endowment he established, helping countless students like me find their paths. This is what champions do — they lift others up, often without ever knowing the full extent of their impact.
Champions don’t always stand on podiums. Sometimes, they remain behind the scenes, quietly making a difference. At UND, we’re surrounded by them. The donor who funds a scholarship for a student in need. The faculty member supported by an endowed position, inspiring the next generation. The alumni and friends who invest in programs that prepare students to excel. They’re not just shaping the university’s legacy—they’re shaping lives, one opportunity at a time.
They are Forever UND. And for that, I am endlessly grateful.
Sincerely,
DeAnna Carlson Zink, ’86, CFRE CEO, UND Alumni Association & Foundation
UND FOUNDATION FUNDRAISING YEAR IN REVIEW
July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024
Thanks to the amazing generosity of our alumni and friends, a remarkable $100.5 million was raised during the fiscal year that ended on June 30, 2024. In addition, our endowment hit a record value of $422.1 million! These gifts create scholarships, build outstanding facilities, and empower our faculty – all in pursuit of creating perfect days for students. Like a pebble dropped in a pond, the impact of these gifts ripples outward, transforming student lives now and into the future. We are proud to be Forever UND.
$100.5 M
given by alumni & friends
“Honestly, the impact of these scholarships is pretty huge. I plan to use the money to fund my college degree and get a head start on medical school.”
COLE GUTTORMSON, ’27 CHEMISTRY MAJOR
8,804 donors
“It’s
incredibly fulfilling to know that our gift will help future students achieve their dreams.”
JOLENE MIKKELSON, ’98
12,753 gifts
“The endowment provides additional resources to do cuttingedge research, publish, travel to present at conferences, and collaborate with others.”
DABA GEDAFA, PH.D. CHAIR, CIVIL ENGINEERING MICHAEL AND SITNEY LODOEN ENDOWED PROFESSOR IN CIVIL ENGINEERING
$422.1 M endowment
THE CAMPAIGN FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA
RON & DARLA JOHNSON /// GREGORY JOHNSON /// PHYLLIS DOLYNIUK GIFFORD /// JESSE J. HOWARD /// DR. LINDA & JIM HOLDMAN /// M. INTERNATIONAL, INC. /// KENTON & MARILYN MCGREGOR /// LEROY A. ANDERSON /// DR. HAROLD W. HAUGAN /// NESET CONSULTING SERVICE /// SALLY L. & ROBERT HORNER /// JEPPESEN AVIATION FOUNDATION /// ALVIN R. SHASKY /// MARILYN & CLYDE VETTER /// DR. JOHN S. WRIGHT /// H. JAMES & DEBORAH JACOBSEN /// DR. DAVE & PAT MERSY /// DONN BURKE BAKER /// WADE & AMY SANDY /// DR. DWIGHT & CATHLEEN BOLLINGER /// KRIS & MICHAEL COMPTON /// DR. JON & MARCIA TINGELSTAD /// JOE ENSRUD /// PAMELA DEWALD /// HORMEL FOODS CHARITABLE TRUST /// DONNA J. WEINREBE /// RON & MARILYN KAVADAS /// JANELLE & KELLY KILGORE /// ACP NORTH DAKOTA CHAPTER /// BEECH AIRCRAFT CORPORATION /// THOMAS O. NIEMI /// DENNIS & JOAN JOHNSON /// JOSEPH & MARLYS HEINTZ /// DR. WILLIAM & JUDY RUUD /// JOHN C. LYONS, M.D. /// DR. INGER LISE NISSEN & DR. ALBERT LIEBMAN /// GREGG HALVERSON & YVONNE L GOMEZ HALVERSON, MD /// HARRIS ROUSE /// MICHAEL & PATTI LUNAK /// MARY & BEN MULLEN /// JAMES E. RELLER /// JOHN B. HOESLEY, M.D. /// ELEANOR STRATTE FOSTER /// DR. RICHARD P. & PAULA J. WENHAM /// KELSEY & STEVEN ROTH /// MATT GREENE /// RANDY J. HARLES /// NANCY L. LURWIG /// DAVE & SANDY GREGORY /// LARRY & BRIDGET DRUMMER /// MARLYN & DALONNA BJORGE /// TODD & ELIZABETH BASGAARD /// GALE & VIRGINIA SATROM /// ROMUND & HARRIET MADSON /// KINDNESS ANIMAL HOSPITAL/ RICK & DIANE ODEGARD /// MARK SYVERSON /// STELLA POLLOCK /// JEANETTE C. WILSON /// WILLIAM R. BLOCK /// DONALD & IRENE GRANGAARD /// ROBERT J. RUDOLPH /// DAVID HASLEKAAS /// DAVE & MARY TANNAHILL /// DELOITTE FOUNDATION /// RICK L. MARQUART /// JAMES OWENS /// KAREN & PAT ZNAJDA /// RICHARD H. & NANCY J. JOHNSON /// RANDALL L. LARSON /// MIKE FOLEY FARMS /// ROD & CARMEN THORPE /// MARK & ELAINE ERICKSON /// DR. JOHN & JULIE SAIKI /// DAWN M. BROOKS /// WALTER & MELISSA JOHNSON /// MARK & DEBBIE KENNEDY /// LOIS & MICHAEL DELMORE /// NICOLE & JEFFERSON TELLMANN /// JAMES & JENNIFER THOMPSON /// EXXON MOBIL /// BRIAN & SUSAN KRAFT /// GARY & BARBARA MACK /// EERC FOUNDATION /// DONNA & BOB COLBERT /// VITAL SURGE, LLC /// SUSAN KNUDSON /// ANTHONY T. ANDROSKY /// ASHLAND OIL, INC. /// JAMES P. HASKINS /// TODD & KRISTIN JACKSON /// DEAN & MARY LENABURG /// WILLIAM & ALICE MACMILLAN /// DR. STEVE & TERI LANTZ /// DR. RAYMOND MAJKRZAK /// DOUGLAS J. MACKAY /// DR. E. DEAN & KAREN SCHROEDER /// WAYNE M. SWENSON, M.D. & LOIS SWENSON /// HARVEY HENDERSON /// GARY WARD /// KIM R. DOCKTER /// LYNDA & LOWELL, JR. HURTT /// ROBERT & COLETTE MONROE /// KEVIN POLANSKY /// STEPHANIE & STEVEN CHRISTIAN /// ROBERT & HAROLDEEN HESKIN /// MILTON & MARI JANE KELLY /// LAURI & CURT HANSON /// RICK PALMER /// MARLYS & DALE JACKSON /// BRUCE & RACHEL KOPP /// BENJAMIN J. ZIEGLER /// DIANE & JOHN MARTINSON /// BBI INTERNATIONAL /// REITEN & YOUNG INTERNATIONAL /// DEAN RYAN /// SPENCER & ZELDA SKRETVEDT /// DRS. BARBARA & TIMOTHY WHALEN /// GLEN Y. YOSHIDA /// JIM & BEVERLY FOSTER /// MARK & LINDA HILDAHL /// ROSS T. ARTHUR /// GORDON "DUKE" MARTIN /// CATERPILLAR INC. /// JAMES G. STEWART /// CAESAR LARSON /// JUSTIN & THERESA IVERSON /// GENEVE & NICK RUTHERFORD /// JOHN & ELISE LEITCH /// DR. BRETT & JONATHAN PINKERTON /// JAMES D. BARGER, M.D. /// WILLIAM MOUNT, JR. /// B. DIANNE OLSON ESTATE IN MEMORY OF TERENCE D. OLSON /// KINNEY BEAN CO. /// INTERFRATERNITY COUNCIL /// VERNON T. SQUIRES /// RALPH LARSON FARMS, INC. /// THE QUAKER OATS FOUNDATION /// NORTHRIDGE CONSTRUCTION, INC. /// TODD K. & MICHELLE MAESSE /// ZUGER, KIRMIS & SMITH /// HOWARD W. WRIGLEY /// MONTE & KARLENE JOHNSON /// RORY & JILL JOHNSON /// TIM LESHUK /// DR. LOREN WOLD /// DAVID B. STERN /// NORTHERN SKY BANK /// THORAINE A. LOYD /// ALMA J. ANDERSON /// DUNCAN & PAULA CAMERON /// HUBERT SEILER, M.D. /// ROBERT WIGHT /// JASON & MARGARET LAUMB /// FRANK J. DOOLEY & PAMELA J. HERMES /// RONNIE & MICHELLE INGLE /// R. W. & DUREEN RUFF /// DR. WILLIAM & CAROLYN HUNTER /// DEAN & BARBARA GOETZ /// WALT & CONNIE AURAN /// JOANN K. WALTER /// MARYANNE & RUSS ROMERO IN MEMORY OF RONALD & ANN BZOCH /// KENT & VAL KROGSTAD /// DR. JAMES & BETTY LESSARD /// REP. LAWRENCE & RITA KLEMIN /// DOUG & MADONNA HAJICEK /// MICKEY & LARRY KNUTSON /// KIRK & JANELLE ANDERSON /// HANNA, BROPHY, MACLEAN, MCALEER & JENSEN /// HENRY F. ROMPAGE /// LORRAINE C. KAATZ /// EMERY N. KOENIG /// MIKE & DIANE O'SHAUGHNESSY /// DONALD & MARY TEHVEN /// STATE FARM COMPANIES FOUNDATION /// BARRY WOINAROWICZ /// DAVID R. OLSON /// DANIEL & TAMI FUNK /// MICHAEL & JACQUELINE BERGERON /// PHILIP Q. JOHNSON, M.D. /// FANNY PORTER /// LAURA & JARED MEDHUS /// UND PANHELLENIC COUNCIL /// TIM & TAMARA HENNESSY /// CENTURY ELECTRIC, INC./GREG MATTSON & BRIAN HARRIS /// ANDREW T. BAILEY /// ANGIE PULKRABEK MOEN /// JOSHUA M. RIEDY /// PATRICK & MELISSA STREYLE /// PETE & MARILYN SIMONSON /// DR. ROBERT & JOYCE KNODELL /// VFW CLUB POST 7564, WEST FARGO /// LARRY & NANCY OLSEN /// M. JORDAN THORSTAD, M.D. /// WALLY & LYNETTE GRIFFIN /// LESTER J. TRNKA & SHARON MARK /// THE HONORABLE EDWARD DEVITT IN HONOR & MEMORY OF DEAN OLAF H. THORMODSGARD /// ODVIN & BETTY LYBECK /// CHARLES J. BREITWIESER /// DR. JEFFREY & LAURIE GEDDES /// JASON ACKERMAN /// WILLIAM A. & BETTY HOFER /// BETTY C. MONKMAN /// BRANDON WALL /// DANIEL J. & SARAH OWENS /// RICHARD & EILEEN JACKSON /// DR. GARY & DIANA JOHNSON /// DR. ED & MARJEAN BENDER /// DR. JANAKSINH & PUSHPA RAMAIYA /// RAY & PAMELA GOODSON /// JUDY R. ADLER, M.D. /// ROBERT & LINDA MEDHUS /// DR. JON & MARGARET JACKSON /// DUGGAN'S AUTO SERVICE CENTER /// BRETT & JAMIE SVIDAL /// ROBERT & MYRNA KUK /// VICTORIA BRAUND, M.D. & MICHAEL MERCURY, PH.D. /// STEVEN K. & DONNA HAMAR /// DAVID & JILL ENGELSTAD /// JEFF & MERILEE RIELY /// ROBERT & KARIN HILLSTROM /// M. BRUCE & JUDITH HELGERUD /// DAVID KOSMOWSKI /// LOWELL J. SCHWEIGERT /// PRUDENTIAL INSURANCE COMPANY /// DON & KAREN OLSON /// AIRCRAFT OWNERS & PILOTS ASSOCIATION /// DIANE M. CATT /// JUDGE JOEL & AMY MEDD /// BANTA CORPORATION FOUNDATION /// PS DOORS /// AVS REC CLUB /// LUMBER MART, INC., GRAND FORKS /// JOHN W. SCOTT, JR. /// JOHN M. & DEBORAH DINGESS /// INDIGO SIGNWORKS /// ANDREA & KEVIN BRAATEN /// NORTH DAKOTA SOCIETY OF CPAS /// LOLA'S ITALIAN RESTAURANT /// DAVID & JAN BAILLY /// SCIENCE ENGINEERING ASSOCIATES /// TOM & BUZZY THOMAS /// JACQUELINE R. OLSON IN MEMORY OF DEAN OLSON /// LEONARD BEAL /// RYAN'S POTATOES, INC. /// FLORIAN PROPERTIES, LLC /// ROBERT & KAREN RISKEY /// KELLY & MARCY EVERSON /// ICS, INC. /// BERT & MONICA LARIVEE /// RUSS & PAT WILBER /// DR. THOMAS B. STEEN & DR. CAROL E. COOK /// ANNE F. KNIPE /// DALE & JUDY NEPPEL /// BLAINE JEANOTTE /// UPS FOUNDATION, INC. /// DAKOTALAND AUTOGLASS /// KRIS M. HATTEN /// CREATIVE IMPRESSIONS /// DR. MARK & NANCY MOORE /// CHRIS & JANE MISIALEK /// OLIVER MYHRE /// GARY & CLAUDIA PRAMHUS /// D & D ROOFING/DALE & DEB DUCHSCHERER /// RICHARD & HELEN MCLEAN HALL ESTATE /// KNIGHT-RIDDER, INC. /// SCOTT & DEBRA KOBERINSKI /// FROEHLICH-PAULSON-MOORE, INC. /// WILLIAM R. LUNDBERG /// DAVID & ELLEN KLYM /// LINDA & CLAYTON SANDER /// MARCO, INC. /// EVAN E. LIPS /// PATRICK LARSON /// DOUG & LISA JOHNSON /// ESTELLE GRAHAM IN MEMORY OF DR. JOHN GRAHAM /// GREGORY & ELIZABETH HANSEN /// DR. NORVIN R. CURTIS /// ROBERT S. HANSON /// RONALD K. KJOS, M.D. /// DR. GLEN & DEBRA WEIGHT /// DEANNA & PAT HEROLD /// KODABANK - CAVALIER /// ALICE T. CLARK /// DR. JERALD W. & JOAN REINHARDT /// STEFFES CORPORATION /// GREEN MASONRY CONTRACTORS, LLC /// VERIZON FOUNDATION /// DON & CAROLYN ANDREWS /// MYRON D. PETERSON, M.D. /// DAVID & TERESA HOLT /// JANET L. BELL (GREENWOOD) /// KINGDOM BUILDER /// R & S ELECTRICAL CONTRACTING, INC. /// BARRY & SHARON PETERSON /// SUPER VALU /// MICHAEL & JANE SWEENEY /// DANA SIEWERT FAMILY /// DARCIE M. EINARSON /// BRIAN & DENISE FRUHWIRTH /// AHMED ALOMARI /// GREGORY A. OLSON /// KEVIN & SHERI GALBREATH /// JOHN & MARY ANN ANTHONY /// DRS. ROBERT & MICHELLE BIANCO /// DIANNE & WAYNE HOESCHEN /// BRIAN PAPPAS /// UND SCHOOL OF
Champions of generosity
UND alumni and friends are united as one team, working together to build a bright future for generations of UND students.
This Gratitude Edition of the UND Alumni Magazine celebrates the donors who make that future possible — those who have upheld a proud tradition of giving and those just beginning their philanthropic journey.
To recognize their generosity, the UND Alumni Association & Foundation established the Eternal Flame Society, honoring supporters within six Giving Circles:
Adelphi Circle /// $5 million+
William Budge Circle /// $1 million - $4,999,999
Dr. Cora Smith Circle /// $500,000 - $999,999
Thomas Clifford Circle /// $100,000 - $499,999
President’s Circle /// $10,000 - $99,999
1889 Legacy Society /// Documented planned gifts
This year, we are proud to count past and present Champions Club memberships as part of our donors’ lifetime giving totals. Because of their loyalty to UND Athletics, some Champions Club members are now listed or have entered a new circle in UND’s Eternal Flame Society. As the largest private annual gift revenue source for UND Athletics, the Champions Club joins this legacy of generosity – to support scholarships, empower faculty, enhance campus, and advance programs.
Their inclusion reflects our shared commitment to making the UND experience exceptional for student-athletes and all students across campus. In addition, this issue recognizes companies that offer matching gift programs.
Together, this generosity fuels Forever UND: The Campaign for the University of North Dakota, an ambitious effort to inspire alumni, friends, and the entire UND community to lead through giving. We do. We lead. We are Forever UND.
$5,000,000 +
A TRAILBLAZER AND A NAMESAKE
Farmer
and businessman Ken Hyslop’s extraordinary generosity lives on through UND Athletics.
At age 12, W. Kenneth Hyslop’s family moved from their Inkster, North Dakota, farm to Grand Forks. The primary reason was better education. After his sisters earned degrees from UND, Ken graduated in 1906 with a Bachelor of Arts. Ken would become one of UND’s top benefactors and namesakes. UND’s first baseball diamond, built in 1964, was named after him. Nearly two decades later, so was the University’s fieldhouse.
At UND, Ken stood out as a founding member of the Bungaloo Club (later the Beta Zeta Chapter of Sigma Chi), junior class president, and third baseman on the inaugural baseball team.
Ken’s post-graduation career began in New Mexico’s mining industry with two UND friends, where early success set the stage for further ventures. In a 1979 interview, he recalled, “Fifteen days after I got down there, we were in the money. I’d never been out of North Dakota, and here, all of a sudden, the money was rolling in.”
Profits fueled investments in Canadian and Red River Valley farmland and launched Ken’s global career with industrial giants like International Harvester and Ford Motor Company. After 24 years abroad, he became president and general manager of Massey Ferguson in Wisconsin.
Frequent trips to Grand Forks reconnected Ken to UND. Upon his passing in 1981 at age 96, his multimillion-dollar estate funded scholarships, priority needs, and athletics projects, including upgrading the hockey rink with locker rooms, offices, and a hall of fame.
Then-UND President Thomas Clifford praised Ken’s generosity: “The fact that he has chosen to invest his personal wealth in the future of the University of North Dakota is a tremendous demonstration of Ken Hyslop’s faith in young people and in education.”
“The fact that he has chosen to invest his personal wealth in the future of the University of North Dakota is a tremendous demonstration of Ken Hyslop’s faith in young people and in education.”
THOMAS CLIFFORD
UND PRESIDENT 1971-92
Ken’s legacy culminated in renaming UND’s Fieldhouse to the Hyslop Sports Center, which has served as a cornerstone of athletics and community for over 80 years. On November 15, 2024, the “Honoring Hyslop: UND Fan Luncheon” celebrated the athletic dynasties and memories as alumni recalled the electric atmosphere, camaraderie, and University pride shared within its walls.
Though the building will come down this year, its namesake’s memory will endure. A backlit “Hyslop” sign marking the Hyslop at Memorial Village, part of UND Athletics’ new complex across Columbia Road, gives a nod to the champions of the past and those yet to come. ///
CHAMPIONS OF COMPETITION
In their lifetimes, 24 members of the Adelphi Circle have contributed more than $209 million, expanding UND’s proud tradition of building champions in the classroom, community, and in competition.
THE CAMPAIGN FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA
Adelphi Circle
$5,000,000 +
Altru Health System
B. John Barry Family
Rick & Jody Burgum
Continental Resources, Inc.
Roy & Elnora H. Danley Estate
Edson Larson Foundation
Engelstad Family Foundation
Dr. Eva L. Gilbertson Foundation
Hal & Kathy Gershman
Benedict F. & Dorothy J. Gorecki
Glen & Janice Gransberg
Harold G. Hamm
Henry & Judee Herr
Hess Corporation
Nodak Insurance Company
Norman & Ann Hoffman Family Foundation
Kenneth Hyslop Estate
The Estates of Robert & Elizabeth Kratt
Tom & Konnie Middleton
Dr. David & Lola Monson
Colleen & Werner G. Nistler, Jr. on behalf of the Nistler Family
James C. Ray/Ray Foundation
Sanford Health Touchmark
“Together, we can ensure UND remains a beacon of excellence, not just for North Dakota, but for the world.”
THE CAMPAIGN FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH
DAKOTA
WE DO. WE LEAD.
WE ARE FOREVER UND.
Dear UND family,
Growing up on a farm near Golva, North Dakota, I learned lessons that shaped my life: the importance of perseverance, the strength of community, and the transformative power of opportunity.
UND gave me that opportunity. As a student, I worked my way through school washing dishes in Smith Hall’s cafeteria. Those days taught me more than just the value of hard work – they opened doors I never thought possible and inspired me to build a career dedicated to service and impact.
Today, as Chair of Forever UND: The Campaign for the University of North Dakota, I reflect on how our University continues to transform lives. This campaign is about more than raising funds – it’s about empowering future generations, fostering innovation, and strengthening communities, just as UND has done for more than 140 years.
Together, we’ve already achieved incredible milestones, including raising $100 million in the last fiscal year alone. Yet, our mission is not complete. To cross the finish line, we need your support.
Your gift can help us fund critical priorities that will shape UND’s future, including:
• Scholarships and student support that provide financial assistance and resources to ensure every talented student can access the transformative power of a UND education.
• A new Flight Operations Center to serve the nation’s #1-ranked Aviation program, ensuring UND continues to lead in the skies.
• A state-of-the-art STEM education building, built in partnership with the state of North Dakota, to equip students for the industries and innovations of tomorrow.
• 100 endowed faculty positions, giving our students access to world-class scholars tackling global challenges.
These initiatives will create opportunities for UND students to become tomorrow’s leaders, problem-solvers, and innovators. Every gift, no matter the size, helps provide the same transformative experiences we cherish and remember so fondly.
This campaign is about all of us. It’s powered by the vision of President Armacost, the leadership of UND Alumni Association & Foundation CEO DeAnna Carlson Zink, and the unwavering generosity of alumni and friends like you. Together, we can ensure UND remains a beacon of excellence, not just for North Dakota, but for the world.
Join us by making a gift today at UNDalumni.org/forever. You’ll help create Forever UND – a place where opportunities flourish and the torch of knowledge shines brightly for generations to come.
Thank you and with deep gratitude,
Werner G. Nistler, Jr., ’68
Chair, Forever UND: The Campaign for the University of North Dakota
P.S. Let’s finish strong. Your support ensures that UND continues to empower students, transform lives, and leave an enduring legacy for the future.
by Stephanie Schultz, ’91, Writer & Editor
POWERING UND ATHLETICS
A legacy of support: How the North Dakota Champions Club impacts student-athletes is no small potatoes.
When the North Dakota Champions Club was established as the Big Green Club in 1991, potential members could trade commodities for memberships.
“Farmers, especially in the Park River/Hoople (N.D.) area, would donate truckloads of potatoes. We’d cash them in for the money to fund studentathlete scholarships, and award them a Champions Club membership – like a trade,” said Val (Sannes) Sussex, ’08, ’11, Director of the Champions Club.
Today, the Champions Club – under the umbrella of the UND Alumni Association & Foundation (UNDAAF) – is the largest private annual gift revenue source for UND Athletics. Its 3,612 members gave $4 million this year, with $3.2 million going directly to student-athlete scholarships.
“Every single Champions Club member is important,” Val said. “From the $100 member up to the $50,000 member, we couldn’t do what we do without all 3,612 of them. Every gift counts; every member matters. We all come together to support the greater good, which is UND Athletics.”
UND alumni establish the Flickertail Club.
GIFTS IN ACTION
The experience of Jack Teiken (pictured at right), a sophomore on the UND Football team, reflects the Champions Club’s tagline, “Champions in the classroom, community, and competition.” Recruited by 10 colleges out of high school from Moorhead, Minnesota, Jack chose UND for its strong sense of family. “The biggest thing I’ve found here is the genuine desire for everyone around you to see you succeed – not just in football, but in every aspect of life,” he said.
With Champions Club support, Jack has excelled academically, gained experience through summer internships, and built relationships beyond athletics. “I’m incredibly thankful for the resources and opportunities the Champions Club provides. It’s opened so many doors for me,” he said.
Next fall, Jack will continue his football career while pursuing a master’s in athletic administration and coaching.
HELPING THE U
UND’s proud tradition of supporting student-athletes began with the Flickertail Club in 1925, established to encourage North Dakota high school athletes to stay instate and build a new football venue. The University’s first capital campaign, “Help the U that is helping you,” funded the 8,000-seat Memorial Stadium, which opened in 1927.
To this day, scholarships and student-athlete support remain the Champions Club’s primary focus.
Alumni and friends raise $200,000 for Memorial Stadium, an 8,000-seat football venue.
OFF-THE-FIELD ACHIEVEMENTS
In addition to their competitive achievements, UND studentathletes excel in the classroom and make a meaningful impact in the community.
Academic Excellence:
In spring 2024, UND’s 350 student-athletes across 17 sports earned a combined GPA of 3.451.
Community Impact:
During the 2023-24 academic year, UND student-athletes ranked #5 nationally among NCAA Division I programs for community service hours. They served 7,436 hours, resulting in an economic impact of $236,467 for the greater Grand Forks community.
LEADING FROM EXPERIENCE
As a UND basketball player from 2003 to 2008, Val Sussex knows the importance of scholarships. “I came from a middle-income family. Sports enabled my siblings and me to get our education.”
After coaching women’s basketball at the University of Minnesota Crookston and UND, Val joined the UNDAAF in 2014. “I’ve transitioned from being a student-athlete on scholarship to a coach recruiting kids with scholarships, and now to recruiting donors to fund scholarships. It makes it easy to share our story,” she said.
Val draws on lessons from her athletic career. “I learned that the team is always bigger than one person,” she said. “We have a great team at the Foundation, a great team at Athletics, and great teammates at the Ralph. We’ve built trust because we’re all working toward the same cause. Without the collaboration and partnerships, the Champions Club wouldn't be as robust as it is.”
1950
7,000-seat basketball fieldhouse opens (later named the Hyslop Sports Center).
MEMBERSHIP BENEFITS
The 10 Champions Club membership levels range from Young Alumni ($50/year) to Legend ($50,000/year). Members earn points based on their membership level and are rewarded with perks like access to season tickets and single-game ticket presales, event invitations, and parking.
MVP gifts, which Val describes as “a tip on top of your membership” provide additional funding for student-athlete scholarships. MVP gifts also support the 701 Award, an earned academic award that offers student-athletes a financial opportunity to attend and stay at UND.
Hyslop Sports Center welcomes competition-sized swimming pool.
Winter Sports Building remodeled; swimming pool added to fieldhouse.
OUR MEMBERS
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TEES, TAILGATES, AND TOGETHERNESS
The Champions Club hosts about 35 events each year, bringing club members together with UND coaches, staff, and student-athletes. During the athletics seasons, tailgates and pregame parties fuel school spirit, while off-season events like the Champions Golf Tour and the North Dakota Champions Ball help maintain momentum.
A HISTORY OF SUPPORT
Frederick “Fritz” D. Pollard Jr.
opens. An addition, the Nodak Insurance Company Sports Performance Center, will open this May.
Athletic Center
Ralph Engelstad Arena (hockey) and Alerus Center (football) open.
The golf tour makes stops in Park River, Fargo, and Bismarck in North Dakota, and Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. The Champions Ball, UND Athletics’ largest single fundraiser, drew more than 800 attendees in 2024. With 160 silent and live auction items, the biennial event raised a record $452,924 to directly benefit student-athletes.
“These events remind everyone why we do what we do and who we support – our studentathletes,” said Val, again emphasizing the Champions Club mission to create champions in the classroom, community, and in competition. ///
North Dakota Champions Club Director Val Sussex works alongside Associate Director Abi McGlynn, ’22, a former UND volleyball player.
Hyslop at Memorial Village replaces Memorial Stadium, housing both athletics offices and apartments. A football practice field remains.
BUILDING MOMENTUM
The east side of UND’s campus is undergoing a significant transformation. New athletics facilities include:
Frederick “Fritz” D. Pollard Jr. Athletic Center: A state-of-the-art facility with a 100-meter football field, 300-meter track, sports medicine facility, and strength and conditioning amenities (2015)
Albrecht Field: A softball stadium with over 500 seats, a party deck, LED videoboard, and a turf playing surface (2024)
Nodak Insurance Company Sports Performance Center: Locker rooms, a weight room, and sports medicine facilities (2025)
Hyslop at Memorial Village: Headquarters of UND Athletics (2024)
Hawkway: A temperaturecontrolled walkway that connects the Hyslop to the Nodak (2024)
William Budge Circle
$1,000,000 - $4,999,999
FROM FIELD TO BOARDROOM
Hard work pays off for Steve Burian, ’90, ’92.
Among the many accolades Steve Burian earned as a UND Track and Field athlete, the team’s “hardest worker” honor best reflects his approach to work and life.
He combined his academic and athletic talents to secure a full-ride scholarship to UND, was a conference champion in track and field as a freshman, and achieved All-American status his final three years. He went on to start two successful companies, all while volunteering his time on several community boards.
“Once I got into the professional world, people could see I was hardworking and eager to learn. They would take me under their wing. Throughout my life, I’ve been fortunate to have people looking out for me.”
Steve and his children, Tiahna (Burian) Anderson, and Tyler Burian, ’22, are pictured in front of the Burian Family Student-Athlete Academic Center in the Hyslop at Memorial Village.
Two people stand out: a junior high track coach who taught proper throwing technique and helped shape Steve’s character, and an entrepreneurial professor whose class assignments opened doors.
“That professor was really good at assigning projects aligned with the real world. He connected me to a research project at the City of Grand Forks water utility, allowing me to do a project as part of my thesis that exposed me to new drinking water regulations.”
That experience laid the foundation for Steve’s first company, AE2S, which he cofounded in 1991 with Charlie Vein, ’76. They assessed and improved surface water systems across North Dakota, growing the company to over 280 employees with 22 offices during Steve’s tenure.
“One of the most rewarding parts of my work is helping people just out of school discover what they’re good at and passionate about.”
In 2020, Steve launched Burian and Associates LLC, which consults on water, municipal planning, site design, and land and rural development. The firm worked on Memorial Village I, the new home for UND Athletics.
Steve has been a generous supporter of several projects on campus, guided by a “pay-it-back” philosophy. “The University gave me a full-ride scholarship and helped forge my career.” He also “pays it forward” mentoring young professionals at his firm. “One of the most rewarding parts of my work is helping people just out of school discover what they’re good at and passionate about.” ///
CHAMPIONS OF TRANSFORMATION
In their lifetimes, 113 members of the William Budge Circle have contributed more than $200 million, shaping the places and spaces that attract and inspire top talent from across the globe.
William Budge Circle
$1,000,000 - $4,999,999
Burton A. Aarestad Estate
AE2S
Dave & Alexa Albrecht
Alvis B. Amble
Diane & Daryl Anderson
Donald E. Bahr, M.D. Estate Bank Forward
Oliver L. Benediktson
Bernard Osher Foundation
Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
Grace Ellis Bowen
Bremer, Grand Forks
Steve L. Burian
Rod & Barbara Burwell
Dr. John L. & Ruth Carter
Jill & Steve Cholewa
Chord Energy - Houston, TX
City of Grand Forks
Collins Aerospace
Patricia F. Crow Estate
Howard & Ann Dahl
Barb & Ken Clark
Drs. Haldean & Bonnie Dalzell
Helen Baird Fait
Jody & Duane Feragen
Dakota Medical Foundation
Louise S. Ferguson
John R. Fischer, M.D.
Mark & Cindy Fliginger
Robert L. Fransen
The Estates of Chester Fritz & Vera Fritz
Gate City Bank
Virgil L. Gerig Estate
Gaylen & Penny Ghylin
Philip & Patricia Gisi
Carlen Fee Goehring
Jeffrey & Sonya Gorman
Beulah-Rom Gullekson
Tom & Carolyn Hamilton
Bart & Lynn Holaday
Edmond Hughes Estate
Hugo's
Mike Jacobs & Suezette Bieri
Larry & Lynda Jodsaas
Betty Wold Johnson/The Wold
Family in Honor & Memory of Karl Christian Wold, M.D.
Larry & Jean Johnson
Winnifred H. Jones
Dr. Karl & Carolyn Kaess
Lyle & Kathleen Kasprick
Paul J. & Lynn E. Korus
Stephen P. Kramer
Pete & Eunice Kuhn
Charles R. Kummeth
Mike & Tanya Kuntz
A. Kirk & Janet Lanterman
R. Doug & Sally Larsen
Paula H. Lee in Memory of Randy H. Lee
Dale & Paulette Lian
Michael & Sitney Lodoen
Jack G. Marcil
Bill & Jane Marcil
Doug & Katie Mark
Gary & Jane Marsden
Inez L. McDonald in Memory of William F. McDonald
Carol & Robert Middleton
Dan & Jolene Mikkelson
Fritz & Verona Mikkelson Family
Dale & Barbara Morrison
Howard & Johnnie Moum Estate
Myers Foundation/Eugene E. & Florence H. Myers
Myra Foundation
Jane S. Nelson
Neuropsychiatric Research Institute
Harvey & Melanie Noteboom
William & June Nuessle
Oxbow Foundation
Linda & Mark Pancratz
Bob & Jeanine Peabody
Norma & Joe Peltier
Ruth H. Ralph
Kevin & Courtney Ritterman
Stephen W. Robinson, Ph.D.
John Rouzie Estate
Ray C. Rude
Thomas W. & Joan Ryan
Wes & Vivian Rydell
Scheels All Sports
Scheels All-Sports Foundation
Dr. Mark & Lori Schneider
Sensor Systems, Inc.
Terry & Diane Severson
Sidney Green Four LLC
Norman C. Skalicky
Robert & Kristine Solberg
M. Duane Sommerness, M.D. & Marge Sommerness
C. Foster & Coco Stanback
Bryce & June Streibel
C. Francis Swanke
Lowell & Marge Swenson
The Estates of Mildred Thelin & Gustaf Thelin
Mark & Claudia Thompson
Roger S. Thompson, M.D. Estate
Marvin A. Thorson Estate
Craig & Dolly Tweten
UND Aerospace Foundation
David & Linnea Veeder
Jeff & Kim Vigen
Wadhwani Family
Jim & Barbara Williams
David J. & Gay C. Shemorry Williamson
Allan & Marvel Williamson
Lew Wilson
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Dr. Cora Smith Circle
$500,000-$999,999
GOING ONCE, GOING TWICE
Engineering graduate Brian Milne, ’78, has been a great friend of the North Dakota Champions Club, and has built a collection of UND Athletics memorabilia from winning bids at the Champions Ball.
One of Brian Milne’s treasures from the North Dakota Champions Ball is an old gate from the original Ralph Engelstad Arena — a piece that once greeted visiting teams as they headed onto the ice.
“That was the start of my addiction,” he said.
The North Dakota Champions Ball is the largest fundraiser for the University of North Dakota Athletics Department. In 2024, more than 800 Fighting Hawks fans attended.
Brian doesn’t shy away from high prices or large items. He has won several bids on iconic UND pieces.
“I always go to these fundraisers and I’m that contrarian guy; I don’t look for deals,” Brian chuckled. “I try to bid things up, because I know the money’s going for a good cause.”
A room dedicated to the University of North Dakota showcases his purchases – old benches autographed by the last four UND hockey coaches, smoked glass doors from Ralph Engelstad Arena, championship banners, and a giant interlocking ND that stood atop the Frederick “Fritz” Pollard Jr. Athletic Center.
“Every other year I go to the Ball with the intent of buying something and my wife (Linda Boyd) asks, ‘Do you have a budget?’ and I say ‘Yeah.’ But that’s usually blown in the first 20 minutes,” Brian joked. “I could write a check and just say, ‘Here you go,’ but I enjoy going and giving that way.”
“Student-athletes today are so engaged – not only in their education, but also community involvement.”
While Brian is passionate about athletics, his affinity for the Delta Upsilon fraternity is part of his core. When he joined the fraternity as a freshman, the house was brand new.
“I’m old and I know I’m old because four years ago I get a letter from the frat that says, ‘Hey, our house is nearly 50 years old and we need a new house,’” he said. “I thought, ‘It can’t be that old;’ and then I did the math.”
In 2024, Delta Upsilon unveiled its new $8 million house, a project Brian was happy to contribute to. “We had a glorified dormitory built like a residential house,” he said. “The new house is quite the endeavor.”
Whether for student-athlete scholarships or a fraternity house, fellowship drives Brian’s support and charitable giving. He already has his calendar marked for April 25, 2026: the next Champions Ball. That’s when he’ll add to his collection. ///
CHAMPIONS OF GIVING
In their lifetimes, 114 members of the Dr. Cora Smith Circle have contributed more than $73 million, strengthening their enduring connections to UND through personal and meaningful acts of generosity.
Dr. Cora Smith Circle
$500,000-$999,999
Alerus Financial
Amity Technology
Drs. Robert Arusell & Janelle Sanda
Frank & Joanne Bavendick
Orville J. Berg
Edwin J. Berge Estate
Bio-Techne Corp
Col. Carlton L. Bjerkaas (RET) & Linda Bjerkaas
Marilyn A. Bjerke
Fred & Albena Blumhardt Estate
Border States, Fargo
Kathleen M. Branley Estate
David A. Brown
Robert & Frances Buckingham
Ed & Olive Bushby
Carl & Wanda Bye Cargill, Inc.
Bob & Pat Higgins Caudel
Center For Excellence
Marcus & Lynn Chorney
Helen A. Dahl
Thomas & Ardys Dahl
John B. Davenport Department of Commerce, Economic Development Association
Drilling Systems (USA), Inc.
Ray Duggan
Richard & Kathy Ebel
George & Barbara Eidsness FedEx
First International Bank & Trust
Henrietta Stone Fox
Jim & Susan Fristad
Alan & Clara Gray Estate
John "Jack" & Ellen Gray
Great River Energy
Bernadine Greenwood
Richard Hebert
Mike & Lori Hendrickson
Elaine L. Hetland
Al Hillstrom Family Trust
Marten & Valerie (Wessman) Hoekstra
John & Kaye Hoffert
IBM Corporation - Minneapolis ICON Architectural Group
Dorothy Donnelly James
JLG Architects
Chuck & Cory Johnson
Ruth Brennan Johnston
Marvin & Jane Kaiser
John R. Klai, II
Dr. Robert & Charlene Kyle
L. W. Huncke Foundation
Glenn & Elaine Lee
Rick & Lori Lee
Lynn & Shirlee Leininger
Dr. Anthony J. & Junieve Lund
Lunseth Plumbing & Heating
Company/William O'Connell
David & Mary MacMillan
Richard J. Maginn, M.D.
Erwin & Colleen Martens
Massachusetts Indian Association
Solveig P. Matlock
Perry & Stacy Mattern
Robert & Kathy Mau
Dr. Donald & Marjorie Meredith
Midco Sports
Mikkelson Consolidated, LLP
Brian Milne
Minnesota Mining & Manufacturing
Minnkota Power Cooperative, Inc.
Robert & Grayce Mitchell
Todd & Liz Mitzel
Lauris Molbert & Laurie Kusch Molbert
Dale R. Monsebroten
Lucille M. Nilson Estate
Robert M. Olafson
Donavan & Gail Olson
Janet F. Olson
Otter Tail Corporation
Jack & Kristen Paris
George & Ruth Perrott
Dr. Troy & Jacqueline Petersen
Piper Aircraft, Inc.
Thomas & Nancy Plante
James & Nicole Poolman
R. J. Zavoral & Sons, Inc.
Darold & Lyla Rath
Dr. Linda L. Redmann Estate
Ken & LuAnn Regan
Rosa Ruger Estate
Scott & Susan Sayer
Myrtle Peterson Schmidt
Harry & Bernice Schwenke
Jim & Nancy Seifert
Drs. Donald & Mary Ann Sens
Harold & Helen Smith
Floyd B. Sperry
Ethel M. Stone Estate
DeWayne & Mona Streyle
Keith & Jo Streyle
The Gertrude E. Skelly
Charitable Foundation
Dr. Christina Tello-Skjerseth & Brent Skjerseth
Alyce Travers
UCB Insurance Agency
Edna Ullyot Estate
Chad & Stacy Wachter
Dr. Hudson & Christine Washburn
Burness G. Wenberg Estate
Lisa J. Wheeler
Dean & Mae Wieland
John F., Jr. & Peggy Williams
Dr. John & Delores Witt
Drs. Joshua Wynne & Susan Farkas
Xcel Energy, Grand Forks
$100,000 - $499,999
SWEETENING STUDENT SUCCESS
Dr. Doug Munski’s care for students is evident in his teaching and giving.
With a soup spoon in his pocket and a smile on his face, UND geography professor Dr. Doug Munski has been sharing treats with students around campus since he started teaching in 1978.
So strong is his reputation for handing out confectionaries that Widman’s Candy Shop has a candy named after him. Doug’s Candy Pebbles are large jellybeans shaped, colored and marbled like various types of rocks.
“It’s a lot easier to start up conversation with people if you’ve got some ‘consumable education supplements,’” grinned Dr. Munski, referring to the cookies and candy he hands out in his classroom or around the hallways of O’Kelly Hall.
Candy isn’t Dr. Munski’s only gift to students. He and his wife, Laura (Thompson), ’83, ’95, ’08, give their time and treasure to various student-focused groups and funds on campus and around the community, including the Food for Thought Food Pantry.
“If I can make things a little better, I’m going to do it. I’m not going on a big cruise; I’ll put the money toward students. Besides, I’d probably get seasick.”
“We just try to do what we can to champion the cause of the undergraduates and the graduate students, because it’s not easy,” Dr. Munski said. “You can’t expect students to do well if they’re hungry.”
Dr. Munski recalls a time when he would bring day-old donuts from Hugo’s Family Marketplace into his class: “I had early morning classes and I didn’t find out until three years after she was in the class, that for one of my students, that was all she would have until supper.”
“This problem existed (20 years ago); it was just less known. I just hope we can find more people to help with the on-campus food banks to be supportive of the students,” he said.
Dr. Munski’s impact at the University of North Dakota has been indelible. While he’s not the longest tenured faculty member in school history, few could disagree that he’s one of the most approachable professors of all time.
At the root of it all, Dr. Munski just wants to make a difference.
“All it takes is just a little interaction. If we are less egotistical and willing to work behind the scenes…” he pauses and closes his eyes. “If I can make things a little better, I’m going to do it. I’m not going on a big cruise; I’ll put the money toward students. Besides, I’d probably get seasick.” ///
CHAMPIONS OF CONNECTION
In their lifetimes, 796 members of the Thomas Clifford Circle have contributed more than $157 million, investing in the relationships and programs that foster the holistic education of every student.
THE CAMPAIGN FOR THE UNIVERSITY OF NORTH DAKOTA
T homas Clifford Circle
$100,000 - $499,999
160 Investment, LLC
Dr. Brad & Gayle Aafedt
Reuben & Alice Aasland
Elizabeth & Alden Abraham
Acme Tools
Advanced Business Methods, Inc.
Joyce & Aqueil Ahmad
Leslie Johnson Aldrich & Kenneth Aldrich
Alex Stern Family Foundation
D. Guy Allen Estate
George & Glenna "Pat" Allen
Dr. Kent & Diane Alm
Elizabeth Alsop
Altringer Family
American Petroleum InstituteWilliston
Amundson Family Funeral Home
Philip & Michelle Amundson
Aron D. & Mary L. Anderson
Dr. Arden & Bertha Anderson Estate
Brent & Laura Anderson
Dr. Christopher Anderson & Dr. Allison Clapp
Dennis & Carol Anderson
Eric T. Anderson
Ethel I. Anderson
Gary & Marcia Anderson
Jeff Anderson
Lowell T. Anderson
Owen & Kathie Anderson
Paula Register Anderson
Dr. Quentin N. Anderson
Dr. Richard D. & Trisha L. Anderson
Dr. Richard H. Annis
Dr. Lloyd & Mrs. Kelly Anseth
Dr. James & Mary Antes
Mike & Linda Appert
Dr. Andrew & Kathy Armacost
Marilyn A. & Duane A. Arness
Russell T. Asleson Estate
A. Leonard Asmundson, M.D.
Associated General Contractors of North Dakota
AT&T Foundation
Avianax
Azore, Inc.
Troy Bader & Gina Sauer
David A. Badley
Alton & Joanne Baglien
Bob & Kerry Bahl
Joe & Wilma Baker
Randall & Shannon Bakke
Bethel Bank
BankNorth, Arthur, N.D.
Todd & Lisa Barnes
Dr. Philip & Sandra Barney Barr Engineering Company
Dakota Sales Budweiser Company, Inc. / Roger & Joan Kieffer and Randy & Kim Kieffer
Dakota Wildlife
Denis J. & Josie Daly
Janice & Clifford d'Autremont
Tim & Maxine Davies
Thomas L. & Nan K. Degnan
W. Jeremy & Jacqueline Davis
John A. DeKrey, M.D.
Timothy & Sharon Delmore
Judy L. DeMers
Mark E. Denbrook III in Honor and Memory of Myron E. Denbrook Jr.
William & Jane Denk
Devils Lake Athletic Club
Merlin & Barbara Dewing
Gail J. Dexter
Judith R. Dickinson Estate
“The Burgum Foundation is a proud supporter of UND and is grateful for the ongoing partnership that equips rural educators to positively impact their classrooms and communities.”
KATIE (BURGUM) ITTERMAN, ’03 BURGUM FOUNDATION
CLIFFORD CIRCLE
Patrick & Mary Dirk
Wayne A. Drugan, Jr. Estate
Dwain E. Duis
Gary & Linda Dunford
Jerome & Anne Dunlevy
Jerome, Sr. & Katharine Dunlevy
Jeanne Morrow Dye
EAA Flight Academy Inc.
EAPC Architects Engineers
Dr. Michael & Donna Ebertz
Ruth Sorlie Edick Estate
Robert G. Edkins, M.D.
Tom & Jackie Edwards
Darcy & Mary Ehmann in Memory of Laura Marie Ehmann
Eide Bailly LLP - Fargo
Eide Motors
Dr. Dennis & Dora Lea Elbert
Emerson Process Management, Saint Louis
Emerson Process Management & Rosemount, Inc.
Dr. Nels J. Erickson
Lisa L. Eriksmoen
John F. Ermer
Dr. Lloyd & Jacquelyn Everson
Exxon Education Foundation
Winnifred T. Falkanger Estate
Robert & Carlene Falos
Fargo Jet Center LLC
Farmers Union Insurance
Perry & Diane Fast
Dr. Robert & Margaret Fawcett
Dr. Cal & Dodie Fercho
Justus J. Fiechtner, M.D. & Karlene J. Gehler
Jim & Louise Fingarson
Dennis & Muriel Finken
First State Bank
Buxton, Grand Forks, Thompson
Dr. Verrill & Ruth Ann Fischer
R. Jon Fitzner
Flint Group
Don & Myra Flint
Robert & LaVerne Florance
Edward Fogarty, M.D. & Carolyn Fogarty
Robert F. & Marian Foley
Jack & Karen Fontaine
Dr. Elton & Patricia Fors
Laurel J. Forsberg
Fortuna, LLC
Forum Communications Company
Grace Foss
Mark B. Foss
Dennis H. Fossum
Frandsen Bank & Trust
Capt. Jeffrey J. Frane
Dr. Richard E. & Mary Margaret Frank
Melanie A. Fransen
Eula Fratarelli Estate
Fredrikson & Byron Foundation
Angela & Russell Freeman
Ellen H. Freeman Estate
Ira Frendberg Estate
Friends, LLP
Dr. Laurence & Adeline Gaebe
Charles & Dorothy Gainor
Sara Garland & Kim Uhl
Jeff & Melinda Gau
Michael & Janel Gehb
Wilbur Gehrke Family Survivors Trust
Bill & Marlys Geiger
Jeff & Cathy Gendreau
Allison & Bud Gentle
Ed & Pat Gerhardt
Gerrells Sports Center
Randy & Joyce Gershman
Todd H.F. Gierke & Dr. Jan Bexell-Gierke
Scott & Lynn Gilbraith
Dr. Paul & Lois Gillespie in Memory of Dr. Charles & Lorna Gillespie
Dr. Robert & Marilyn Gilsdorf
Dr. Paul & Marian Gislason
Dr. Duane & Roberta Glasner
Dr. C.J. & Viola B. Glaspel
Goddard Space Flight CenterNASA
Florence Golde Estate
James G. Golseth, M.D.
Glen Gonsorowski
Donald & Joan Gorowsky
Gowan Construction
Milton & Sally Gowan
Grand Forks Blue Line Club
Grand Forks Family Medicine
Residency
Grand Forks Herald
Gloria L. Gransberg
Hazel M. Gransberg
Bob & Jane Graveline
Dr. John Gray & Karen Schmidt-Gray
Dr. Gregory & Colette Greek
Greenberg Enterprises
Arnie & Jane Gregory
Gary & Char Griffeth Gronowski Family
Jamie S. Gronowski & Ann Kearney-Gronowski
Clifford C. Grosz
Coleen Shaner Bacon Grosz
Clayton & Evelyn Grove
Dorothy C. Grovom
James F. & Connie L. Haakenson
Thomas W. Haas
Tim & Joey Haas
Dr. Lyle & Susan Hall
Fleurette Halpern Estate
Mike & Beth Hamerlik
Gary & Helen Hanisch
Warren & Fran Hanna
James & MaryDale Hansen
Wayne E. Hansen & Sara E. Crewe Hansen
Happy Harry's Bottle Shop/ Hal Gershman
Ada McLellan Haraldson in Memory of Adrian McLellan
Bob & Louise Harris
Dr. William L. Harwood & Elaine A. Hubert
Donna Hastings & Dr. Jonathan Geiger
Arnold & Marjorie Haugen
Carl & Zoila Haugen
Fern C. Haugen in Honor & Memory of
Clifford O. Haugen, M.D.
Elsie & Abraham Haykel
Barbara & Gregory Heck
Thomas & Joanne Heck
Dr. Robert & Kay Hedger
Dr. Robert & Jane Heen
Allen & Ardella Hefta
Suzanne & Bradley Hegvick
Kenneth S. Helenbolt, M.D.
Robert & Lois Helland
Richard & Lynn Hentges
Dr. Norman & Charmaine Hepper
Nick & Collette Hertz
Mary Elizabeth Hetherington
Richard & Margaret Hill
Dr. Karen Hoelzer Vilcinskas & Alex Vilcinskas
Sally Denk Hoey
Nancy K. Hoff
Wesley Hoffman Estate
Len & Margaret Hoffmann
Sherman E. Hoganson
Curtis E. Hogfoss
P. Kimball & Beth Holmes
Janis & Jim Hom
Home of Economy
Leslie & LaNell Honeyman
Christopher & Melissa Hong
W. Allan & Claire Hopkins
Dean & JoAnn Hornbacher
Kenneth Horner & Elizabeth Dyer
Charles M. & Julie Horter
Dr. L. Michael & M. Michela Howell
Joanne C. Hubbard in Memory of Don V. Hubbard
K. David Hulteng
Dr. Akey C. F. Hung in Memory of Amy Hui-Mei Chen Hung
Don & Sandy Hynek
IBM Corp. icon HD, LLC
Ideal Aerosmith
iHeart Media/Jeff Hoberg, Pat McLean
Innova Industries Inc./Dick & Lorna Young/Jeff & Cyndi Young Insitu Inc.
Island Harbor Beach Club, LLC
Island Harbor Resort Management, Inc.
J. R. Simplot Company, Grand Forks
Michael C. Jackman
Mark & Betsy Jackson
Janet S. Jedlicka
Johnson Airspray, Arvilla
Dr. David C. Johnson & Karen Erdman Johnson
“We value college and how it prepares you for life. We know some people don’t have the financial means to experience that. We want to help.”
JANEY (CHRISTIANSON)
WENDSCHLAG ’79
CLIFFORD CIRCLE
David T. Johnson
Martin C. Johnson
Rodger D. Johnson
Sam A. Johnson & Mary Ann Johnson
Drs. Steve & Teri Johnson
Donald & Cheryl Johnston
Russ & Vivienne Johnstone
Jeffrey & Deborah Jonson
Daniel & Denae Juntunen
Jim & Joanne Kack
Eunice C. Kalloch Estate
Dr. Dale C. & LoAnn Kana
Carol & Clifford Kannegieter
Kao Family Foundation
Evans J. Karpenko in Memory of Fran Karpenko
Dr. C.J. Karzmark
Katun Corporation
Julia I. Keegan
Maybelle Keller
Dr. Robert & Marcia Kelley
Dr. Stephen & Sandra Kelly
Chris & Nan Kennelly
Harris & Ardyth Kenner
James & Elizabeth Kertz
Roger & Joan Kieffer
Dr. Michael & Ronda Kincheloe
Carolyn J. King
Craig & Dr. Patricia Kipp
Earl & Elinor Kitchen Estate
Torval & Hilda Kittelson Estate
Bryan Klipfel & Kathleen Schoen
Janet, James and Peter Klosterman in Memory of Annette Klosterman
Dr. Harvey & Diane Knull
Mary Lou J. Kojancik Estate
Axel & Agnes Kongslie Estate
Loren & Marby Kopseng
Mick Kornkven
Terry & Victoria Kovacevich
Mark & Priscilla Kovar
KPMG Foundation
Dr. Eugene & Carole Kralicek
Terry & Wendy Kremeier
Ralph & Eleanor Krogfoss
Edward D. Krogstad
Audrey Windingland Krohn & Duane R. Krohn
Margaret (Peggy Paupst)
Kruta Estate
Brent & Heather Kukla
William & Marcella Kunkel Estate
Fred & Joyce Laborde
Pam & Lonnie Laffen
Dr. John & Doris Lambie
Kurt & Tami Lamp
Pamela & Paul Lander
Wally & Susan Lang
Michael & Linda Langey
Earl Larson Estate
Edson & Margaret Larson
Franklin G. & Jo Andrea Larson
Irene G. Larson Estate
Jon & Sheena Larson
Paul & Annie Larson
Linda J. Laskowski
Dr. Michael & Michelle LeBeau
Sen. Judy & Duane Lee
Gunder & Ruth Legvold
Ronald & Maureen Lehrer
Bill Leier & Teri Brackenbury Leier
Leighton Broadcasting
Margaret R. (Hjalmarson)
& G. Thomas Lesher
Dr. Ronald L. & Rebecca Lien
Lithia Chrysler Jeep Dodge of Grand Forks
Lithia Ford Lincoln Mercury of Grand Forks
Ling Lan Liu
Don & Jean Loepp
Ritchie A. Loerch
Evelyn K. Lommen
Joshua & Sara Lord
Walter & Norma Lorshbough
Kent & Vicki Lovell
Dr. Frank N. Low
Jane Fercho Ludlow & Thomas W. Ludlow
Eric R. Lunn & Family
Lutheran Brotherhood
Col. Herbert & Muzette N. Lux
Karen Lynner Estate
Charles & Linda MacFarlane
John & Eunice MacFarlane
Dr. Erica Martin-Macintosh & Daniel Macintosh
John & DaVee MacMaster
Philip & Adelaide MacMillan
Norman & Floy Ann MacPhee
Lois & Fred Madsen
Drs. Tom Magill & Sarah McCullough
Dr. Jim & Yvonne Mahoney
Marathon Oil Corporation
Kirk & Karla Marchell
Margaret A. Cargill Philanthropies
Ted & Elizabeth Margarit
Dave & Mary Maring
F. John & Sharon Marshall
Drs. W. Bradford & Joanne Martin
Dan & Mary Martinsen
Marv Bossart Parkinson's Foundation
Marvin Lumber & Cedar Company, LLC
Janet M. Marwin Estate
Matpac Wrestling Club Inc.
Dean May & Joan Ursin
Jessie K. Mayer Estate
Bruce & Charlotte McArthur
McCain Foods Limited
Richard D. & Mildred McConn
Mildred McDermott/ T. Lloyd Kelly Foundation
John & Sherri McGurran
Jeff & Michelle McKay
Jim & JoAnn McKay
McKinnon Company, Inc.
Ellen R. & George D. McKinnon
Mary Ellen & Tom McKnight
Vicky & Denis McNicholl
Mac & Janet McSparron
MDU Resources Group, Inc.
Dorthea Melroe
Roger W. Melvold
Dr. Lois J. Merrill
Microsoft
Microsoft Great Plains
Business Software
Midwest Coca Cola of Grand Forks
Dave & Patti Miedema
Jon & Carol Mielke
Roger L. & Glenda Minerman
Mobil Foundation, Inc.
Stanley & Doris Moe
Drs. Thomas & Peggy Mohr
The Molbert Family in Honor & Memory of Ralph N. Molbert
Molstad Excavating, Inc.
Drew & Meghan Molstad
Judge Jay & Judy Mondry
Dr. Dale & Carol Moquist
Dr. Walter H. Moran, Jr.
J. Roger Morrison
Dr. Richard & Sheri Moser
MotionDSP, Inc.
Kevin & Jeanne Moug
Kurt H. & Martha Mueller
Robert & Rebecca Muhs
Bob Mullen
Larry R. Mullins
Douglas C. & Laura Munski
Mark & Monica Musich
John R. Muus
Nabors Drilling
Technologies USA Inc.
Dr. Linda & Rev. Marc Well Nagel
National Society Daughters of the American Colonists
Joe K. Neel, Jr.
Randy & Debbie Nehring
Dr. Charles & Marlys Nelson
Jeffrey N. Nelson
Jim & Neel Nelson
Kristi Magnuson-Nelson & Robert Nelson
Marcia & Ken Nelson
R. Duane & Lila Nelson
Arlys J. Netland
Robert W. Neville
George N. & Marion Newton
William V. Nicklawsky
Michael J. Nicolai
Daniel & JoEmily Nieuwsma
Robert B. & Peggy L. Niles
Mary Beth Noble
North Dakota Bar Foundation, Inc.
Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation
Dr. Robert & Joyce Oatfield
Obermiller Nelson Engineering
Lewis H. Oehlert Estate
Ronald & Karen Offutt
Mike & Cindy O'Keefe
Tim & Becky O'Keefe
Dr. Bernard & Marcia O'Kelly
Dr. Richard A. & Ann Olafson
Dorothy Krug Oliphant
Al & Barb Olson
Drs. Thomas & Sandra Olson
Opp Construction / Greg Opp
Greg & Susan Opp
Don & Janene Oppegard
Curtis & Dorothy Orr
Orthopedic & Sport Medicine
Specialists of Fargo
Otter Tail Corporation Foundation
Otter Tail Power Company
Alpha J. Ottis Estate
Otto Bremer Foundation
Robert J. Otto
Varner & Diane Paddack
Sally J. Page
PCL/Community, A Joint Venture
PCL & Community Contractors, Inc.
Dr. Rene' & Barbara Pelletier
Col. Clark R. Penas, RET
Dr. John S. Penn Estate
Dr. Donald & Blanche Person
Richard J. & Eunice Peters
Gary & Nancy Petersen
Robert & Peggy Petersen
Ronald & Mary Beth Peterson
Petro Serve USA
Dr. Ross & DonnaLee Pettit
Duane G. Philis
Karen Borlaug Phillips & Laurence Phillips
PIEPIE LLC
H. Malcolm Pippin
Roger & Elsie Pitsenbarger
Dr. Bruce A. Porter & Sharon Vaughn
Rev. Gerald L. Potter Estate
W. Brian & Susan Poykko
Lenhard P. Preszler
Michael & Debbie Pung
William & Karmen Purcell
James & Sandra Rader
Dr. Wally & JoAnne Radtke
Raisbeck Foundation
Cynthia & Todd Ramage
Dr. Harold & Diana Randall
Drs. Jon & Laura Raymond
Tamar C. Read
Lucille Reilly Estate
Keith & Stephanie Reimer
Michael & Theresa Reinarts
Donald & Ruth Reinoehl
Steve & Robbin Rendahl
Residual Materials, Inc.
Harold E. Resinger, M.D.
Clifford D. Richards
Robert Wood Johnson, Jr. 1962 Charitable Trust
Joan M. Roberts Estate
Robert E. Roberts Estate
Alberta & Donald Robertson
Karen R. Robinson
David G. Rognlie in Memory of Marjorie A. Rognlie
Rodney J. Rohrich, M.D.
Ron Shaide Family
Jesse Rosoff in Memory of Sylvia (Wolpert) Rosoff
Egbert P. Rotnem
Alvin L. Royse
Ralph & Carol Rudrud
Mark & Sandra Ruelle
Robert & Betty Rust
Bev & Dr. Casey Ryan
Jerry & Sanny Ryan
Cathy & Chuck Rydell
Leonard & Margaret Rydell
S & S Transport, Inc.
Arthur & Mary Saastad
SafetySpect, Inc.
Gordon Salness, M.D.
William H. Saltzman
Albert & Carol Samuelson
Dale & Diane Sander
Sanders 1907/ Kim & Beth Holmes
Mary Ellen Sandlie
Dr. Robert & Ilze Sando
Catherine Sandt Estate
Sanford Clinic North
Rep. Mark & Gloria Sanford
Bertha & Anna Sather Estate
William G. Saumur
Scheels Sports & Sportswear
Adeline Scheuneman
Cary H. Schilling
Michael H. Schlax Estate
Beverly Schlechter
Monte Schmaltz & Amy Dahl
Everett A. Schmeichel
Don & Sylvia Schmid
Robert Schoneberger & Terri Breitzmann
John A. Schrank
Marlys E. Schuh, M.D.
Dr. Frank & Cynthia Schulte
Dr. T.A. & Maureen Schultz
Dan L. Schwartz
Dr. William & Florette Schwartz
R. James & Ann Scoular
William O. Scouton
Dr. Thomas M. & Mary J. (Langlie) Seaworth
SEI Investments
Seifert's, A Division of Grafton Group Ltd.
David & VeAnna Selid
Dave & Karen Senger
Dennis & Barbara Senneseth
Serkland Law Firm
Lynus & Debbie Sevigny
Dean S. Shingler Estate
Diane Shnider
Dr. John W. & Suzanne B. Shore
Dr. Mark Siegel
Dr. Louis & Thelma Silverman
Sam S. & Evelyn Silverman
Arch & Mary Simonson
Rose Skyberg
Dr. Bruce A. & Ann Smith
Larry A. Smith, M.D. & Claudine Smith
Pat & Tammy Sogard
Gerald & Lucy Solberg
John R. Solberg
A.M. & Elizabeth Souby
Caryn & Louis Speizer
Dr. Dennis U. Spjut
Dr. Warren, Jr. & Dena Stanchfield
State Bank of Lakota
State Bar Association of North Dakota
Alice Steinbach & Albert L. Steinbach, M.D.
James L. Steinert
Joseph & Lynn Steininger
S. Peter & Stacey Stenehjem
Stephen & Gretchen Stenehjem
Richard & Belle Stern
John & Jodi Stewart Strata Corporation
Mark F. Streifel
Earl & Jan Strinden
Dr. Thomas & Lt. Gov. Michelle Strinden
Lawrence L. Suda
Gary & Leora Sukut
Ray & Edyth Sullivan
Thomas & Sabina Sullivan
Lawrence E. Summerfield
Ross L. Sundeen
Allan & Betty Swanson
Ken & Frances Swenson
Swingen Construction
Dan & Heidi Swingen
Walt & Norma Swingen
Sysmex America, Inc.
Helen O. Szepelak Estate
Dr. George & Rosalie Talbert
Joseph & Marie Talley
Jan N. Tangdelius Tango Corporation
Dr. Ralph & Phyllis Tarnasky
M. Genevieve Taylor
Dr. Arthur & Doris Tees
The Kresge Foundation
The Morrison Family Foundation Inc.
The Summit League
The Tom & Frances Leach Foundation
The UND Athletics Booster Club
Steve & Maureen Thorpe
Adolph Thorson Estate
Greg & Cindy Thrall
Dr. Stephen & Mae Tinguely
Roger & Michelle Tollefson
Tom & Carolyn Hamilton
Family Foundation
Jerry & Marie Topp
Leo & Margaret Toussaint
Dr. Mack & Rita Traynor
Dr. Jody & Robert Treuer
Betty J. Undeberg Tritten
Richard & Julie Tronson
Constance Tuntland in Memory of Mervin Tuntland
Raymond E. Tyvand, M.D. Estate
U S Bancorp
U.S. Bank Grand Forks
Kathryn E. Uhrich & Jeffrey D. Holmes
Adolph Ulland
Dr. George W. Ulseth
UND Athletic Department
UND Center for Innovation Foundation
Lloyd C. Underdahl Estate
United Airlines Pilots Retirement Foundation
United Community Bank of ND
United Healthcare
United Valley Bank
Unlimited Partnership
Vaaler Insurance, a Marsh & McLennan Agency LLC Company
Vaaler Insurance/ Dave & Nan Vaaler
Jerry & Carolyn Van Eeckhout
Chester & Betty Van Raden
Dr. Michael & Peggy Vandall
Chief Justice (Ret) Gerald W. VandeWalle
Michael & Kimberly Vannett
Ronald & Carol Vantine
Vardon Golf Club
Jason Vasichek
Col. George F. Vaughan
Dr. John & Mary Ellen Vaughan
Harold Vavra
Charles & Leeza Vein
Evelyn M. Veitch
Dr. Robert & Barbara Veitch
Dr. John & Agnes Vennes
Elaine E. Vig Caldis
Dewel, Jr. & Geraldine Viker
Gerald Voegele & Laura Eider
Vogel Law Firm
Sarah M. Vogel
Wakefield Flight Services
Reid A. Walker
Dr. Lilly J. Walker-Kittsley
Rep. Jonathan & Amy Warrey
Judge Rodney S. & Betty Webb
Dr. James & Jean Webb
Phyllis Webb in Memory of Everette L. Webb
Dr. Lyle & Edith Webster
Roy A. Wehe
Nita Weinrebe Estate
E. Thomas & Rita Welch
Craig & Nancy Welken
Wells Concrete
Dr. Frank & Rosemary Welsh
Dwight & Peggy Wendschlag
Jim & Janey Wendschlag
Frank & Esther Wenstrom
Dr. E. James & Marilyn Werre
Dr. Philip W. & Foymae West
J.M.A. & Irene Westermoe
Western Products, Inc.
Richard & Margaret Westley
Louis Whelan
John & Marilyn Whitney
Gertrude Galbraith Wiegman Estate
Harrison & Dorothy Wilder
Thelma E. Willett Estate
Denise Wior & Bruce Glesby
Dr. Keith & Elaine Wold/ Bay Branch Foundation
Sidney R. Wold, M.D.
Thomas C. Wold
Gary & Pat Woodford
Kim & Roger Woods
Boyd Wright & Lillian Elsinga
Harold B. Wright
Zahradka Land & Timber Company
Joseph & Roberta Zahradka
Dr. Sandra Zahradka & Mr. William T. Mann in Memory of Buck Zahradka, M.D.
Michael & Vicki Zaun
LeAnn Zimmerman
Ronald O. Zink
President''s Circle
$10,000 - $99,999
‘EVERYONE
BELONGS
AT THE UND PRIDE CENTER’
Couple creates LGBTQ+ Endowment to build a legacy of inclusivity and connection.
For Dr. Bridget Brooks, ’96, ’22, the University of North Dakota is more than a place of learning — it’s a community that has shaped her journey and inspired her to give back. Alongside her wife, Jody Little, Bridget, a Teaching Transformation and Development Academy Instructional Designer on campus, has established an endowment for the University’s Pride Center, the only LGBTQ+ center at a North Dakota higher education institution.
Bridget said the Pride Center is a vital resource, offering a safe and welcoming space for students to find acceptance and belonging. Bridget’s connection to the center began when she returned to UND to work and discovered the University’s “Out List” — a public roster of LGBTQ+ faculty and staff. “I stood at my desk with tears streaming down my face,” she recalled. “The strength of those individuals inspired me to embrace my own role in creating a supportive campus environment.”
Bridget and Jody’s goal is for the endowment to reach a funding level that could sustain the Pride Center indefinitely. For that to happen, they need the support of other donors. “Every one of us knows someone who is LGBTQ+. Whether or not someone has shared that with you, you do know and possibly even love someone who is. Being a member of the LGBTQ+ community is hard — it took me 34 years to admit it to myself. If you can give a gift that brings even a small amount of joy to someone else, do it. A donation to the LGBTQ+ Endowment and the Pride Center can bring that joy and provide a place of community when everyone else has said, ‘You don’t belong here.’ Everyone belongs at the UND Pride Center.” To date, 18 UND alumni and friends have supported the LGBTQ+ Endowment.
“This University gave us so much. We’ll never be able to repay it entirely, but this is our legacy: making someone else’s future better.”
Bridget and Jody have also made a legacy gift to establish a scholarship endowment to help a tribal college graduate attend UND. Bridget said their generosity reflects their gratitude to UND. Not only has Bridget earned two degrees from UND and works on campus, but the pair are “huge” UND Hockey fans. “This University gave us so much,” Bridget explained. “We’ll never be able to repay it entirely, but this is our legacy: making someone else’s future better.”
If you would like to help fund the UND LGBTQ+ Endowment, visit pd.UNDalumni.org/give-und-lgbtq. ///
CHAMPIONS OF BELONGING
In their lifetimes, 4,013 members of the President’s Circle have contributed more than $120 million, ensuring every student is welcomed, valued, and has opportunities to reach their full potential.
32nd Avenue Properties, LLC/
Don W. Lee & Connie Lee
7 Medical Systems
A D M Foundation
A Touch of Magic, Dennis Narlock
Robert & Bernita Aaker
Mary O. Aaland, M.D.
Jim & Carol Aamodt
Joe Aas & Nancy Morris
Keith & Barbara Aasen
Larry & Martha Ann Aasen
Don & Polly Aaser
Steven S. Abbey
Abe's Excavating
Travis Abrahamson
Accenture Foundation, Inc.
AccessLex Institute
Acclivity Foundation, Trustees
Scott & Kathy Boe
Donald B. Achttien
Jason Ackerman
Cindy Ackley
Ackre-Lord Partners
ACP North Dakota Chapter
Andi & James Acton
Ad Monkeys
Dr. Darla & Steven Adams
Earl F. Adams
Naomi E. Adams Estate
Ron & Kathleen Adams
Judy R. Adler, M.D.
Aetna Foundation, Inc.
Affinity Builders
Ag Country Farm Credit Services - Grand Forks
Agassiz Chemical & Equipment, Inc., Fargo, ND
Aggregate Industries North Central Region, Inc.
AgVenture/Don & Diane Blue
Ag-West Bio, Inc.
Casey & Chelsey Ahlers
Jesse & Megan Ahlers
Air Line Pilots Association
International
Air Tahiti Nui
Air Wisconsin Airlines Corporation
President''s Circle
$10,000 - $99,999
Aircraft Owners & Pilots Association
Airport Association of North Dakota
AirTouch Communications Foundation
Kenneth W.
& Dr. Carole J. Aitchison
Dexter & Clare Albrecht
Eric & Joann Albrecht
Dr. Thomas & Bernice Alderson
Janie A. Alderson
Robert & Peggy Alderson
Alerus Center
Dr. Jon W. & Rose M. Allen
Joseph C. Allen Estate
Sarah Allen in Memory of
Dr. Robert Allen
Dennis & Gayle Almer
Ahmed Alomari
Andy & Fern Alpha
Corinne & Robert Alphson
Altendorf Trucking Inc.
Pat & Bev Altringer
Nora A. Amann
American Board of Trial Advocates
American Crystal Sugar Co., Moorhead
American Express Foundation
American Federal Bank
American Federal Savings Bank
American Federation for Aging Research
American Lung Association of N.D.
American Medical Association
Dr. Edward J. & Kathleen Hagan Endowment established by American State Bank & Trust Co. of Williston
American Tire Service
AmericInn Motel & Suites
Ameriprise Financial - Legacy
Financial Partners
Loyd & Verna Amick
Mary & Bruce Amundson
Doug Amundson
Lloyd Amundson
Dr. Roger & Kim Amundson
Ralph & Regina Anavy
Bonnie MacMaster Andersen & Mark Andersen
Phyllis & Rod Anderson
Anderson & Bottrell Law Firm
Anderson Steel Erection Services
Alma J. Anderson
A. Mavourneen Anderson Estate
Bernt & Clara Anderson
Carol I. Anderson
Chad E Anderson
Clifford & Alphild Anderson
Damon Anderson & Julia Loupe
Eric & Sheri Anderson
Gary & Olga Anderson
Dr. Gordon & Darlene Anderson
J. A. Anderson Jr., DDS, PC
Janell Schmidt Anderson
& Mark Anderson
J. Thomas & Jeanette H. Anderson
J.K. "Andy" & Patricia Anderson
Keith D. Anderson
Kirk & Janelle Anderson
Leonard & Kay Anderson
LeRoy A. Anderson
Lori A. Anderson
Magnus & Evelyn Anderson
Marvin D. Anderson
Michael & Dianna Anderson
Rebecca L. Anderson
Rick Anderson
Robert A. & Elaine Anderson
Ronald & Kelly Anderson
Sidney & Mary Anderson
Steven K. Anderson
Thomas P. Anderson, M.D.
William & Shirley Anderson
Don & Carolyn Andrews
Mark, Sr. & Mary Andrews
Rudy Andrews, Jr.
Levi & Bethany Andrist
Anthony T. Androsky
H. Gary & Gloria Annear
Andrew Anseth
Jerry, Irene & Deborah Anstett in Memory of Terrance F. Anstett
John & Mary Ann Anthony
David R. Antonenko, M.D.
Pete & Mary Antonson
Fred & Farzaneh Anvary
Dori & Todd Anvinson
Anytime Plumbing & Drain
Cleaning/Kevin & Sheila Bosh
Dr. Ronald A. & Dorine Apanian
Apollo Electric, Inc.
Aqua Pure Water Solutions/ Mike Nolan
Estelle Archdeacon
ARCO Foundation
Wesley A. Argue
Daniel Armbrust
Donald & Mary Armstrong
Gov. Kelly & Kjersti Armstrong
Paul & Debra Arnason
Barbara J. Arneson
Arthur Andersen LLP
Ross T. Arthur
John & Phyllis Artz
Dave Arvidson
Coleen & Rick Asche
Kathy & Fred Ashe
Ashford Memorial Fund/The Calgary Foundation
Ashland Oil, Inc.
Ashley Furniture HomeStore
T. B. Asmundson
Ken L. & Pamela Astrup
Christopher L. Athas
Alicia & Corey Atkins
Larry Atkins
Atlas International Foods & Equipment Company
Teresa & Mark Aubol
Maury A. Audet
Donald J. Augustin
Everett L. Ault
Walt & Connie Auran
Auto Finance Super Center
Auto Glass & Aftermarket
Aventis Pharmaceuticals
Aviation Education Foundation
Aviation Industry CBT Committee
AVS Rec Club
Dr. Benjamin & Sen. Michelle Axtman
M. Elaine Ayers
Corey & Robin Ayling in Honor & Memory of Blake Christopher Ayling
B & T Leasing
Kathleen M. Babb
Gary & Linda Babinski
Dean & Carol Bachmeier
Terry Bachmeier
Jeremy & Chelsea Badger
Janet Baggenstoss
Ali & Gloria Bahaj
Rep. Landon Bahl
Bradley & Amy Bail
Lucille Bail
Andrew T. Bailey
Dr. Beverly Brekke Bailey
J. Michael Bailey
Terry & Marie Bailey
David & Jan Bailly
James E. Baine
Bruce & Jane Bair
Jean & James Baird
Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP
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by Stephanie Schultz, ’91, Writer & Editor
SUITING UP FOR SUCCESS
Alumni help create the confidence-building style of the Freeman Professional Closet.
When UND junior Kyra Younce needs to make a strong impression, she turns to her favorite item from the Freeman Professional Closet: a black-and-white striped blazer. “I just love it,” she said. “It’s the perfect amount of ‘fun’ for me. I wear it all the time.”
That blazer has become her go-to, earning her compliments every time she wears it. The information systems and accounting major chose it for her interview with Ernst & Young, her dream summer internship. She starts in May.
FROM STITCH TO SEAM: THE CLOSET’S STORY
The Freeman Professional Closet is an essential resource for students in the Nistler College of Business & Public Administration (NCoBPA). Pancratz Career Development Center Director Kathy Lund, ’15, came up with the closet idea in 2016. “We’d get students prepared for interviews and career fairs, but sometimes they were still hesitant if they didn’t have clothing they felt confident wearing when meeting with employers.”
Kathy set out to remove that barrier.
“I’m very much into best practices,” she said. “I called a lot of schools with professional closets and did quite a bit of leg work to find out what worked. I was very intentional about where we were going.”
With a $5,000 grant, Kathy launched the first version of the professional closet in Gamble Hall. “We converted an old sink area into a closet. We got a clothing rack and some professional clothing items and started to get the word out,” Kathy said.
“The clothing closet was an opportunity to offer students practical help finding a job.”
RUSS FREEMAN, ’89
THREADING A (CLOSET) TRANSFORMATION
Before the Nistler College opened in 2022, the closet had become a key resource for students. Kathy wanted to expand when she met Angie (Hovland), ’91, and Russ Freeman, ’89.
“When Kathy told us about the closet, it felt like an innovative, creative way to make a direct impact,” Angie said.
Russ agreed. “The clothing closet was an opportunity to offer students practical help finding a job.”
While Angie emphasizes that “it’s what’s inside students that matters,” she and Russ were eager to help. “Having the right clothes helps students feel more confident and comfortable going into an interview,” Angie said. “That confidence leads them to land a job, which kick-starts their career, and puts them in a position to succeed.”
CONFIDENCE: THE ULTIMATE ACCESSORY
UND junior Jaryn Sundby, a business management and sports major, regularly turns to the closet for suit jackets and ties. “It’s a huge advantage. Instead of worrying about spending hundreds of dollars shopping, I can focus on the interview itself.”
Jaryn interned last summer with the Fargo-Moorhead RedHawks, a minor league baseball team, and is seeking work with another professional sports organization. “Every professional event I go to or any interview, I wear the clothes from the closet,” he said. “When I dress up, I just feel a lot better. It definitely builds confidence in interviews.”
“When I dress up, I just feel a lot better. It definitely builds confidence in interviews.”
JARYN SUNBY
Nistler College students can make an appointment to shop and can pick out two items and an accessory per semester. The clothing – which includes suits, dress shirts, slacks, blouses, skirts, pants, bags, shoes, ties and more – is theirs to keep.
Students can pick up three additional items at blowout events, held once a semester. “In November, we had our biggest event yet—240 students attended,” Kathy said.
TAILORING SUCCESS: THE PANCRATZ DIFFERENCE
The Freeman Professional Closet is one of many resources the Pancratz Career Development Center offers. “We are relationship-based,” Kathy said, explaining that the staff works closely with students to identify their needs and provide individualized support.
Kyra and Jaryn credit the Pancratz Center for helping them throughout college. Both have benefited from services like resume writing, networking, and interviewing. “I call Kathy my school mom,” Kyra said.
Nistler students Jaryn Sundy and Kyra Younce model Freeman Closet outfits.
“I still sometimes get tears in my eyes. People are excited about it, and it’s become a foundational piece of what we do.”
KATHY LUND, ’15
STITCHED WITH GENEROSITY
For Kathy, the generosity of people like Angie and Russ have made the closet possible.
“We came from the area with a sink to this beautiful space,” she said. “I still sometimes get tears in my eyes. People are excited about it, and it's become a foundational piece of what we do.”
Angie and Russ see their contributions as part of a broader impact.
“Giving to the University impacts the community, the families of students, and the children who come after them,” Angie said. “The impact that UND has on North Dakota, the country, and the world is enormous.”
Kathy shared a favorite closet story. “Before a career fair, a student was looking at himself in the mirror and said, ‘I just don’t feel quite ready.’ We put a suit jacket on him, and his whole posture changed. And I thought, ‘Oh, magic. Now you feel prepared inside and out.’ That confidence is going to come across when he goes into the career fair.”
Thanks to the Freemans and the Pancratz team, students like Kyra and Jaryn are dressing for success … and feeling it too. ///
CONTRIBUTE TO THE CLOSET
The Freeman Professional Closet accepts donations of new or gently used professional clothing items including suits, blazers, pants, skirts, dresses, button-down shirts, blouses, sweaters, shoes, ties, belts, and other accessories.
Drop off clothing
Email the Pancratz Career Development Center at und.pancratzcenter@UND.edu to schedule a time to drop off donations.
Mail clothing donations
Nistler College of Business & Public Administration
Attn: Pancratz Center 3125 University Avenue, Stop 8098 Grand Forks, ND 58202
Purchase items
On our Amazon wish list: bit.ly/40Mh0PK, which will be mailed directly to the closet.
Give a monetary gift
To support the Freeman Professional Closet with a financial donation, scan the code at right.
pd.UNDalumni.org/give-freeman-professional-closet
Angie (Hovland) Freeman, ’91, Kathy Lund, ’15, and Russ Freeman, ’89, stand inside the Freeman Professional Closet.
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Kelly & Marcy Everson
Ewing Marion Kauffman Foundation
Exxon Mobil
ExxonMobil Foundation
Dr. Jon & Barbara Eylands
Mark & Linda Fagerholt
Donald S. Fair
Clarke & Andrea Fairbrother
Richard Faletti in Memory of Barbara Shaft Faletti
Fritz O. Falgren
Jared M. Falk
Tyler R. Falk Falkirk Mining Co.
John & Evelyn Fallon
Robert E. Falstad
Terry & Charleen Farder
Fargo Glass & Paint Company
Arnold & Barbara Farmer
Farmers & Merchants State Bank Langdon
Farmers Elevator Company of Alvarado
Donna & Joe Farrell
Stephen & JoAnn Goetz Farrington Farstad Oil, Inc.
Dr. James R. & Clarisse Fasbender
Dr. Gregory & Wanda Faul
Wade D. Faul
Noel & Judith Fedje
Dr. Charles H. & Margaret Fee
Bob & Patricia Feidler
Dr. Donald & Barbara Feist
Dr. James & Janice Feist
Bernie & Sue Feland
Dr. Colin & LoriAnne Fennell
David Fennell
Fercho Cataract & Eye Clinic/ Ron Flaig
Joe & Stacy Ferguson
Kris & Julie Ferguson
Dr. Clayton & Dorothy Ferry
Thomas A. Fetsch
Ronald R. Fett
Ralph & Bonnie Fetter
Dick & Dolores Fiala
Terry L. Fichtner
Kathy & John Fick
Kevin M. Fickenscher, M.D.
Dr. Marcus & Margaret Fiechtner
John & Shanna Field
Scott Field
Marjorie M. Findlay
Fine Print of Grand Forks, Inc.
Kay M. Finneseth
Firebird Fiberglass Products, Inc.
Fireman's Fund Ins. Co.
Foundation
Fireside Office Solutions
First Community Credit Union
First District Medical Society
First National Bank of Bottineau
First United Insurance
Aaron & Shara Fischer
Dr. C. Peter & Beverly Fischer
Dr. Robert & Margaret Fischer
Mary K. Fischer
James L. Fish
Fisher Motors, Inc./First International Bank & Trust
Donna L. Fisher
Jill A. Fisher
Dr. Lee & Mavis Fisher
Timothy & Susan Fisher
Don & Sue Fisk
John & Holly Flaagan
Mark S. Flaagan
Robert Flaherty
Chad & Emily Flanagan
Flanders Oil
Steve & Tiffany Flaten
Carl E. Flem
Neil & Charlotte Fleming
FlightSafety International
Benjamin Fliginger
Jerry & Kay Flom
Harold & Alida Flom
Richard A. Flom, M.D.
Dr. Cynthia Flom-Meland
Florian Properties, LLC
FMC Foundation
Mike Foley Farms
Folson Farms
Kregg & Patricia Foltz
Mike & Patti Fonder
Robert & Laurie Fontaine
Ford Motor Company
Christopher B. Ford
Kevin Forest
Forks Equipment, Inc.
Dr. Gary G. Forrest
Robert & Orpha Forsythe
Mike L. Forthun
Foss Associates
Odell & Eleanor Foss
Margaretmary A. Foss
Mark Foss & Sharon Eckert
Carol & Douglas Fosse
Bret & Elizabeth Fossum
Guilford & Peggy Fossum
Eleanor Stratte Foster
Gladyce E. Foster Estate
Dr. James D. Foster
Jim & Beverly Foster
Judy & Richard Foster
Betsy Fowler
Jerome & Barbara Fox
Fran & Mary Lou Fox
Jason & Tamera Frankl
William & Virginia Franta
Henry & Julie Frantzen
Lorraine Franz
Matthew & Ashley Franzen
Frasca International, Inc.
Gene C. Frazer
Scott & Dana Fredericksen
Gary Shooter Frederickson
Fredrik & Helen Reis Fredlund
Dale & Tammy Fredrickson
Fredrikson & Byron, P.A. Freedom Forum
Lance T. Freier
Lori (Fritsch) & Tim Freilinger
Wayne & Theresa Fricke
Jonathan & Alison Friese
Mark & Roxanne Friese
Lori & Tim Friezen
Dr. James & Julie Frisk Fritel Brothers
Robert & Diane Fritel
Joe & Roxanne Fritsch
James Fritz & Beth Adamoli
Dr. Erik K. Fritzell
Dr. Peter & Marlys Fritzell
Froehlich-Paulson-Moore, Inc.
Brian & Denise Fruhwirth
Donald Frye
Marianne & Gustav Frye
Dr. Eugene & Martha Fuchs
Randy Fugleberg
Daniel & Tami Funk
Dr. Leola Dyrud Furman in Memory of Dr. Philip Furman
Robert, Jr. & Ann Furst
Garnet & Kaye Furstenau
G H C Potatoes
G.F. Chapter of the American Association of University Women
Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation
Grand Forks Subaru KIA
Grand Forks Tent & Awning
Donald & Irene Grangaard
Janice M. Granum
Dennis Gravdahl
Jesse L. Gravdahl
Kevin Zane Gray
Richard W. Gray
Great Plains Financial/Vetta & Ryle Syverson
Great Plains Land Services, Inc.
Great Plains Recreation Club, Inc.
Greater Grand Forks Convention & Visitors Bureau
Greater Grand Forks Sertoma Club
Greater Grand Forks Symphony
Greco Properties
Green Masonry Contractors, LLC
Green Mill
Douglas J. Green ('74, '86) & Esther K. Hjalmarson Green ('74)
Greenberg Realty
Matt Greene
Rod Greene & Kirk Motl
Becky & Ken Greer
Kristine A. Grefsheim
Gregoire Insurance Agency, Inc.
Dave & Sandy Gregory
Michael B. Gregory
Sandi Gress & John Decker
Drs. Douglas & Shirley Greves
James B. Griebel
George E. Griffeth
Christopher Griffin & Haley Wamstad
Leonard Griffin in Memory of Blanche Griffin
Wally & Lynette Griffin
Kathryn Griffith
Brant W. Grimes
Donald & Debora Grinde
Paul & Kay Grinnell
Alice Geneva Loe Groll
Dan D. Grossman
Dr. Robert & Patricia Grossman
Bonny & Gary Grosz
Charles W. Groth
Ground Round Grill & Bar
John & Vicki Grove
Cynthia Grover
F. Gene & Gail Gruber
Dr. Michael & Kimberly Gruchalla
H. Leonard & LaVerne Gryte
Anton & Vicky Gudajtes
Jay Gudajtes
James H. Guinn Estate
Lon & Tammy Gulberg
Gulf Oil Company
Dr. Frances F. Gulick
Lillian Gullekson
Gary & Kristine Gullicks
Gordon & Beverly Gulmon
Gretchen Gulmon
Donald & Joyce Gulseth
Matt J. Gulseth
Kitty M. Gumble
Greg & Michele Gunderson
Jay & Diane Gunderson
Dr. Robert & Rosanne Gunderson
Scott & Tracy Gunderson
Dave & Jane Gunther
Sandra & Rich Gust
Lt. Col. Ben Gustafson RET
Ben & Ruth Gustafson
Daniel & Jill Gustafson
Glen & Marilyn Gustafson
John & Carol Gutenkunst
Bill & Marilyn Guy
Joe & Joyann Guzek
H. E. Everson Company, Grand Forks
Stanley & Gloria Haas
Dale & Sue Hadland
Jean K. Hafer
Duane & Sue Hafner
Paul C. & Lee Hagen
Terry & Judy Hager
Jack & Marilyn Hagerty
Dr. Jonathan L. Hagmaier
Maurice & Betty Hahn
Doug & Madonna Hajicek
David & Erinn Hakstol
Hal & Kathy Gershman Family Foundation
Dorothy C. Halcrow
Haldeman-Homme, Inc.
Jerry & Norma Haley/ Jay & Deb Haley
Brent & Katrina Halfmann
Dr. Cara Halgren & Robert Axtman
David & Judy Halgren
Richard & Helen McLean Hall
Estate
Mark & Julie Hall
Ed & Ellen Hallenberg
Gabe & Kayce Halley
Etta Halpern
Tom & Yvonne Halstenson
Gregg Halverson & Yvonne L Gomez Halverson, MD
Gerald A. Haman
Steven K. & Donna Hamar
Dr. Gerald & Agnes Hamerlik
Thomas L. Hamlin
John & Sara Hamling
George & Alma Hammond
Laurie B. Hamre & Lisa M. Mueller
Barb Hangsleben
Blake Hankey
Dr. Robert & Florita Hankins
Wally & Winnie Hankla
James & Yvonne Hanley
Hanna, Brophy, MacLean, McAleer & Jensen
Jewell L. Hanna Hannaher's, Inc
Hansen Ford Lincoln Mercury
Chad J. Hansen, M.D.
Gregory & Elizabeth Hansen
Steve & Bobbi Hansen
Bernold "Bruno" & Marilyn Hanson
Corey N. Hanson
Dane & Wendy Hanson
Edwin W. Hanson
Dr. Erica & Daniel Hanson
Dr. E. Jerome, Jr. & Mary Anne Hanson
Janice Barden Hanson
Dr. John V. Hanson
Kerri & Brent Hanson
Lauri & Curt Hanson
Lloyd & Carrol Hanson
Dr. Harris & Mary Hanson
Randall & Carma Hanson
Richard D. & Laura J. Hanson
Robert S. Hanson
Roy A. Hanson
Steve J. Hanson
Dr. Thomas L. Hanson & Karen Juhala Hanson
Hanson-Maves Company (Bekins)
Hanson's Auto & Implement, Grafton
Robin T. Hape, M.D.
Drs. Richard & Diane Harder
Leonard & Geraldine Hardland
John "Jack" W. Hardy, M.D.
Patrick & Laurie Hardy
Dr. Donald & Darlyne Hariman
Shelby & Steve Harken
Randy J. Harles
Harley J. Camperud, Auctioneer & Clerk
Edward & Barbara Harloff
Tanya L. Harlow, M.D.
Phil & Bonnie Harmeson
Jerry & Terri Harmon
Karla & Peter Harmon
Jason Harms
Garlen & Suzanne Haroldson
Jean & Victor Harper
Dr. J. Raymond & Jean Harrie
Lynn R. Harrie
William P. Harrie
Brent L. Harris
David & Jennifer Harrison
Dr. Les & Marilyn Harrison
Marilyn A. & Donn R. Hartford
Dr. Richard & Mary Jean Hartl
Jared Hartman
Terence A. Hartsfield
Michael & Cleo Hartung
RADM Gary & Janet Hartz
M. Brian Hartz, M.D.
Gertrude E. Haskin in Memory of Clinton A. Haskin
James P. Haskins
David Haslekaas
Dawn R. Hastings
Ruth Eastman Hastings
Trevor J. Hastings
J. Michael Hatlelid, M.D.
Kris M. Hatten
Hatton Granite Company
Hatton Processing & Exporting Company
Randy & Laurie Hatzenbuhler
Dr. Jonathan & Maniphone Haug
Bill & Joanne Haug
Dr. Harold W. Haugan
Bernard & Jean Haugen Estate
Brenda Haugen
Brenda & Lee Haugen
Ross & Jana Haugen
Virgil F. Haugen
Ryan Haugo
Kevin & Debbie Haugstad
Drs. Alan Hauser & Anne Suh
Robert & Colleen Hauser
Henry & Lilah Havig
Paul R. & Janet Havig
William G. Hawkins
Lawrence D. Hazzard
Margaret A. Healy
Heart of America Patriot Foundation
Jeff & Peggy Heath
Kristin Heck
Diane M. Hedler
Warren & JoAnne Hedlin
Warren R. Heen
Danny Hefta
Kerry Hefta & David Crawford
Mark J. Hefta
Ross S. Hefta
Ronald & Darlyne Hegg
Heggy's, Inc.
Jan E. Heidinger
Alex & Valerie Heigaard
Don & Elaine Heinitz
Allan & Diana Heinle
Joseph & Marlys Heintz
William J. & Nina Heiser in Memory of Joseph T. Heiser
Dr. Al & Nancy Heising
Georgia & Dieter Heitmann
Dan & Rose (Ulven) Heldt
Bradley & Laura Helferich
Arral J. & Donna Helgerson
M. Bruce & Judith Helgerud
Brian D. Helland
Jennifer & Casey Heller
The Helling Families
Gregory & Janet Helma
Carlton & Florence Helming
Harvey Henderson
John B. & Nanci Trutna
Henderson
Drs. Amy Henley & David Cason
Dr. John R. & Nancy Henneford
Tim & Tamara Hennessy
Anita M. Henry
Gerald & Kathy Henry Family
Dr. Gordon & Patricia Henry
Dr. Timothy & Julie Henry
Robert Hensle
Donald D. Hensrud, M.D.
Dr. Cliff A. & Christine Herman
Thomas & Beverly Herman
Frank J. Dooley & Pamela J. Hermes
Jared Herndon
Deanna & Pat Herold
Heath & Lisa Hertel
Dwight J. Hertz, M.D.
Glenn & Karla Herz
J. Paul Herzig
Robert & Haroldeen Heskin
Drs. Carla Hess & Richard Landry
Robert & Phyllis Hess
Kevin A. Hessinger
Dustin & Bethany Hetletved
Hewlett-Packard
Hewlett-Packard Company
Foundation
Heyd Cement & Fence
Construction
Dr. Richard & Judy Hicks
Jay T. Hilbert
Pamela Hilbert
Mark & Linda Hildahl
Charles & Barbara Hiles
Michael V. Hilgers
Dennis A. Hill
Eldon J. & Doris Hill
Ellen I. Hill Estate
James & Charlotte Hill
Vern L. & Eunice O. Hill
Don Hillesland
Todd J. Hillier
Kurt & Diane Hillman
Arthur & Margaret Hillman
Robert & Karin Hillstrom
Hilton Garden Inn Grand Forks/ UND
John P. Himebaugh
Evelyn S. Himes
Carol & John Hinz Estate
Hobbs, Straus, Dean & Walker, LLP
Mark A. Hobson
Kyel & Kimberly Hodenfield
Diane F. Hodges in Memory of Dennis W. Hodges
R. Joseph & Trisha Hoefs and Family
Dianne & Wayne Hoeschen
John B. Hoesley, M.D.
William A. & Betty Hofer
Agatha D. Hoff
Al & Mary Jo Hoffarth
Janice & Frank Hoffarth
H. Dennis & Susan Hoffelt
Nancy R. Hoffelt
Ben G. Hoffman
Darrell L. Hoffman in Memory of Xavier W. Hoffman
Edward J. '68 & Carol R. Hoffman
John J. Hogan
Thomas J. Hoganson
Jay Hogfoss
Martha M. Hoghaug Glasoe Estate
Lynn & Linda Hoghaug
Greg A. & Sheri Hoistad
Peter J. & Melanie Hoistad
Stanley O. & Dorothy Hoistad
Holaday Family Trust
Dr. Roy W. & Gail Holand
Deborah K. Holbrook
Ivan C. Holbrook Estate
Dr. Linda & Jim Holdman
Ben & Barb Holien
Holland Company
F. D., Jr. & Margine Holland
John T. & Emilie L. Holland
Paul & Jane Holland
Grace Hollett
Mark & Kathryn Holm
Maureen & Brent Holman
Ann Holmes
Kenneth Holmes Estate
Robert A. Holmes, M.D.
David & Teresa Holt
Bill M. & Janie Holtan
Judge Alfred O. Holte
Dr. John R. & Karel Johnson Holten
Emily & Jonathan Holth
Rod & Janelle Holth
Mike & Debra Holweger
David A. Homstad Honeywell Foundation
Allison & Curtis Hong
Paulette & Russell Hons
Katy M. Hook
Jeff & Lisa Hoplin
Bev & Glenn Hopman
Paula I. Horab
Dr. Jerry & Martha Hordinsky in Memory of Bohdan Z. Hordinsky, M.D.
Jim & Karen Horge
Michelle F. Horge
Hormel Foods Charitable Trust
Shawn & Julie Horn
Drs. Richard N. & Donna G. Horne
Dr. Robert & Deanne Horne
Greg & Becky Horner
Sally L. & Robert Horner
Dr. Charles C. Hosford
Ralph W. & Ruth Houkom
Dr. Catherine Houle & Todd Shirek
Kevin L. Houser
John R. & Deborah Hovel
Carl M. Hoverson
James & Ellarene Hoverson
Ronald A. & Gayle H. Hoverson
Charlotte G. Hovet, M.D.
Duane L. Hovet
John D. & Karen Hovey
E. Keith Hovland
Jesse J. Howard
Joanne & Robert Howard
Michael A. Howard
Tarek & Tammy Howard
William & Dr. Heather Howard
Jeff & Julie Howatt
Keith & Doris Howell
Elisha N. Hoye
Clayton & Tricia Hoyt
Dr. Jay R. Huber
Josephine F. Huey
Delmar M. Hugger
William B. Huggins
Hughes Aircraft Company
Gregory J Hughes
Patrick & Jane Hughes
Richard D. Hughes
John L. & Elizabeth Hulteng
Dr. John & Carol Hundley
Kenneth W. C. Hung
Lily Wei-Siang Hung
Dr. Thomas & Cynthia Hunt
Dr. C.M. & Elizabeth Hunter
Dr. William & Carolyn Hunter
Roxanne & John Hurley
T & G Hurtt Farms
Lynda & Lowell, Jr. Hurtt
Timothy & Naomi Hurtt
James & Lorraine Husband in Memory of Donald R. Husband
Allan & Barbara Huseth
Rex A. Huss
Hussey Plumbing/Tim & Linda Hussey
Thomas P. Hutchens, M.D.
Janin E. Hutcheson
Dr. John & Margaret Hutcheson
Bill D. Hutchison
Donna M. Hutchison
Neil R. Hutchison
Andrew J. Hvidston, M.D.
Dr. Glen & Sandy Hyland
Iris E. Hynek
ICS, Inc.
Joseph & Laura Idso
IEC Distributing, LLC
Thomas & M. Kay Ihlan
Floyd & Betty Iljana
Impact Foundation
Independence Investment Associates, Inc.
Indigo Signworks
Industrial Hardwood Products
Inc./Marc Chorney & Phil Sykes
Information Technologies, Inc./
John & Brenda Miller
Ronnie & Michelle Ingle
Kathleen Ingulsrud
& Robert Stjern
Charles & Mara (Aton) Ingwalson
Dr. Gail C. Ingwalson
In-Prints Screen Printing, Inc.
Integrated Steel Solutions Inc.
Interfraternity Council
Interhealth Division of the UND Rural Health Dept.
Dr. Edwin & Effie Irgens
Iris Westman Trust
Larry & Ruth Isaak
Dr. Gordon & Trudy Iseminger
ISight Drone Services
Italian Moon/Wendy's South
Washington/Ken & Gloria Towers
Iteris Incorporated
David & Debby Iverson
Justin & Theresa Iverson
Merlyon & Marjorie Iverson
J & S Nelson Farms, LLP
J. C. Penney Company, Inc.,
Dallas
J. C. Penney Company, Grand Forks
J. P. Morgan Chase Foundation
J. R. Simplot Company, Boise, ID
Francis D. Jabara
Pamela D. Jablonsky in Memory of Sydney Westman
Dane & Carrie Jackson
Dr. Jon & Margaret Jackson
Todd & Kristin Jackson
Marlys & Dale Jackson
Richard & Eileen Jackson
Bud & Betty Jacobi
H. James & Deborah Jacobsen
Hazel Jacobsen-Theel
Ben & Dawn Jacobson
Brad Jacobson
Corinne R. Jacobson
Neil & Jean Jacobson
Dr. Howard & Lois Jacobson
Lane & LaVon Jacobson
Scott D. & Laureen L. Jacobson
Wayne Jacobson
Brian & Mary Jadeke
David & Judy Jahnke
Dorothy Cooley James
Edwin C. James, M.D.
John B. James, M.D.
Dr. Robert L. James
Tracy L. Jamieson
Taylor & Andrew Jandik
Alberta J. Janes
John & Jeanne Jankowski
Matthew J. Jankowski
Daniel J. Janssen
Nestor, Jr. & Laurie Jaramillo
Dr. James & Sonia Jarrett
Dr. John & Marcia Jarrett
Marjorie R. Javet
JC Chumley's, Inc.
Blaine Jeanotte
JEH Enterprises, LLC
David B. Jelliff
Jenomic LP
Barbara & Harlan Jensen
Dr. Clayton & Gloria Jensen
Drs. Jason & Heidi Jensen
Dr. Mark Jensen & Leah Fujimoto
Ole C. Jensen
Dr. Warren & Cindy Jensen
Ronald L. Jenson, M.D.
Jeppesen Aviation Foundation
Mark & Lynn Jesh
Jewel T Foundation
Lu Jiang
Jim Tallackson Farms, Inc.
Jobbers Moving & Storage
John Deere Electronic Solutions Inc., Moline, IL
John Deere Electronic Solutions, Fargo
Dianne & Ronald Johnke
Johnson & Johnson
Johnson Airspray, Grafton
Johnson Controls, Inc.
Robert Wood Johnson 1962
Charitable Trust
Dr. A. William & Joan Johnson
Adeline Johnson
Ansell Johnson in Memory of Elizabeth Jean Eaton Johnson
Arin & Bruce Johnson
Arthur & Clara Johnson
Beth & Dale Johnson
Brenda & Neil Johnson
Dr. Bob & Judy Johnson in Memory of Dr. Alan K. Johnson
Brian & Kathy Johnson
Brian & Necole Johnson
Bruce D. & Shirley A. Johnson
Chad & Christy Johnson
Christopher & Marilyn Johnson
Clifford Johnson
Dr. Craig Johnson & Connie Hofland
Darold & Ardella Johnson
Dave & Karen Johnson
David L. Johnson
Deborah J. Johnson
Dennis & Joan Johnson
Donald T. Johnson Estate
Doug & Lisa Johnson
Edward Marcus Johnson, M.D.
Dr. Eric & Lisa Johnson
Gary & Beverly Johnson
Dr. Gary & Diana Johnson
Gary & Diane Johnson
George M. Johnson, M.D.
Gordon & Liz Anne Johnson
Gregory Johnson
Gregory & Jaqueline Johnson
Iner V. & June E. Johnson
James & Gwen Johnson
James V. Johnson, M.D.
James & Verna Johnson
Jane & Dr. Tom Johnson
Jeff & Ruth Johnson
Joann Murray Johnson
Joel J. Johnson, M.D.
Dr. Joel L. & Lori Johnson
J. Philip & Joanne Johnson
Joyleen K. Johnson Keith & Josy Johnson
Keith D. & Jean M. Johnson
Drs. Kent & Mary Johnson
Lee C. Johnson
Maude M. Johnson
Michael L. & Debra Johnson
Monte & Karlene Johnson
Philip Q. Johnson, M.D.
Prentiss Johnson
Randy & Marcia Johnson
Dr. Richard Johnson
Richard H. & Nancy J. Johnson
Richard M. & Twyla H. Johnson
Dr. Richard W. & Elaine M. Johnson
Rick D. Johnson & Virginia Clark Johnson
Robert & Dr. Phyllis Johnson
Robert Post & Linda Johnson
Rodney A. Johnson
Ron & Darla Johnson
Rory & Jill Johnson
Steven & Jacqueline Johnson
Steven & Linda Johnson
Tiffany & Sean Johnson
Drs. Tom Johnson & Katherine Sukalski
Vernon & Mildred Johnson
Walter & Melissa Johnson
Wesley P. Johnson
William D. Johnson
Yanci Morque Johnson & Robbie Johnson
Paul & Marilyn Johnston
Phillip & Cindy Johnston
Rodger & Lynn Johnston
Terry & LeeAnn Johnston
Johnstown Bean Company/
Jim & Denise Karley
Carol Jones
Craig & Michele Jones
Mary E. Jones
Norman & Eunice Jones
Christopher & Wendy Jordheim
Dr. LaVernia J. Jorgensen
Leon Jorgenson
Steve Jorgenson
Todd M. Jorgenson
Dustin & Erin Jostad
Joy A. Cunningham Foundaton
Trust
J. Emmet & Kita Judge
Cindy L. Juntunen
K & H Custom Woodworking
K & K Farms
Lorraine C. Kaatz
Dr. Sharon & David Kabes
V. Frank & Maxine Kadlec
Kadrmas Lee & Jackson, Inc.
Arnold E. Kadrmas, M.D.
Joan M. Kadrmas
Rodney J. Kadrmas
Terrence L. Kadrmas
Ryan Kaeding & Xue Zhang
Cyrus P. Kahl
Gail & Daniel Kahl
Leo & Selina Kaiser
Michael B. Kalina
Mike J. Kaminski, M.D.
Dick & Kathy Kampa
Albert C. Kane
Charles E. Kankel
Ka-Rick, Inc./Rick & Kathy Carik
Amy & Ryan Karlstad
Gary L. Karlstad, M.D. & Zo (Kaldor) Karlstad
James & Beth Karnik
Kermit B. Karns
Steven L. Karpenko
Kathleen Lander Resources, LLC
Kauffman Center
Deborah & Ben Kaufman
Robert J. Kaufmann
Ron & Marilyn Kavadas
Dr. Gaylord & Cindy Kavlie
Jeffrey & Ann Kay
Tom & Dianne Kays
KBM, Inc.
Admiral Timothy D. Keating
Nancy Kehrberg in Memory of Scott Greenan
George M. Kelcey, M.D., Ph.D.
James & Suzanne Kelleher
Paul & Mary Keller
Dr. Reed Keller & Mary Ann Keller-Wakefield
Scott & Mavis Kelley
Dr. Ellin M. Kelly
Drs. Kimberly Kelly & Daniel Mickelson
Milton & Mari Jane Kelly
Bob & Pat Kelly
Kelly's Bar
Kelly's Country Market
RaeAnn & Thomas Kelsch
Dr. Walter & Phyllis Kelsch
Larry L. Kemnitz
Rodger W. Kemp
James Kempel in Memory of Kay Kempel
Mark & Debbie Kennedy
James D. Kennelly
Jayne E. Kennelly
Tom & Lynde Kennelly
Dr. George E. Kenny
Ethel Kermott
Maximilian C. Kern, M.D.
John Kertz
Bruce A. Kessel
Leo L. Kessel
Theodore F. & Dee Kessel
Theodore & Barbara Kessel
Kent & Caron Keys
Kathie & Kevin Kiefer
Jean Kiesau Estate
Kilen Enterprises, Inc.
Janelle & Kelly Kilgore
Kim & Kent Cronquist
Mel & Faye Kindel
Kindness Animal Hospital/ Rick & Diane Odegard
Lonnie & Dianna Kindseth
Jodi King Ramsey & Jon Ramsey
Darin & Debra King
Peggy & Dewey King in Memory of Abram & Vaughn Owens King
Gay Gidley King
Maria & Colton King
Dr. Wallace E. King
W. James L. King
Kingdom Builder
Barry Kingsbury
Kinney Bean Co.
Virginia J. Kirby in Memory of Ward M. Kirby
Jesse & Tamara Kirchmeier
J. R. Kirkland
Arnold & Nettie Kirkness
Drs. Jay Kisch & Leslie Masciarelli
Rodney & Marlys Kjellberg
Linda & David Kjelstrup
Ronald K. Kjos, M.D.
Lincoln & Marlene Klabo
Tom & Mary Klabo
Clayton H. Klakeg, M.D.
Jordon W. Klava
Dr. William & Kathy Klava
Robert & Janelle Klave
David & Kimberly Kleesattel
Gary L. Klein
Carter & Kathaleen Kleinsasser
Jim & Christa Kleinsasser
Klemetsrud Plumbing & Heating, Devils Lake
Rep. Lawrence & Rita Klemin
Maribeth M. Klettke
John L. Kleven
Jay & Miranda Kleven
Arnold & Helen Klick
Elmer W. & Evelyn A. Klipstein
Estate
KLITE 104FM/KCNN Radio/Dave & Patty Norman
Peter J. Klokstad
John O. Kloster
Kelby Klosterman
Chuck & Margaret Kluenker
David & Ellen Klym
Donald C. Klym
Knight-Ridder, Inc.
Anne F. Knipe
Dr. Robert & Joyce Knodell
James & Margaret Knoell
Kory Knoff
James R. Knudson
John & Jackie Knudson
Dr. Paul & Sandra Knudson
Susan Knudson
Allan & Cheryl Knutson
Dr. James F. Knutson
Knutson Printing
Mickey & Larry Knutson
Robert & Rebecca Knutson
Raymond & Elizabeth Kobe
Scott & Debra Koberinski
Patricia A. Kobetsky
KodaBank - Cavalier
KodaBank - Finley
George & Kimberly Koeck
Emery N. Koenig
Roger W. Koenker
Barbara Bina Kolb
Nadim Koleilat, M.D. & Rola
Kanafani Koleilat
Ryan M. Konrath
Kristin E. Konzak
Bruce & Rachel Kopp
Eddie & Jocelyn Kopperud/ Kopperud Foundation
Ryan & Stephanie Kopseng
Gregory S. Kordecki
Korsmo Brothers Trucking
Cheryl & David Korsmo
Grant Korsmo
Michael & Janet Kosanda
Jerome & Marlyce Koskovich
David Kosmowski
Sarah & Aaron Kostelecky
Josh & Sarah Kotelnicki
Mildred F. Koth
Randi & Reed Kouba
Traci & Jared Kovar
Herman Kovnick
Jacob & Kaila Kowalski
Dr. Arthur & Ann Kracke
Brian & Susan Kraft
Duane & LaVonne Kraft
Steve & Nancy Krahler
Barb M. Kramer
Stephen P. Kranz
Dr. Dwight & Ramona Krapp
Dan & Elaine Kratochvil
Lon & Jane Kratochvil/ Jeff & Heidi Bye
Russell & Fran Kraus
Dell & Donna Krause
Grace L. Krause
Tom & Mary Jo Kreiger
Dr. Lynette & Brent Krenelka
Diane M. Krepp
Curt P. Kriedeman
Robin Kriedeman
Scott Kroeger
Lorance T. Krogstad, M.D.
Kent & Val Krogstad
Drs. Kimberly Krohn & John Fishpaw
Rod & Ginni Kroocmo
Samantha J. Krostue
Francis & Carolyn Kryzsko
KS Energy - Power Africa
Ronald & Alice Kubesh
Kelly & Tyler Kuenzel
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by Chad O’Shea,
’20, Associate Director
of
Stewardship Communication
ABI’S IMPACT
Late alumna’s battle with cancer inspires a scholarship fund to keep her memory going strong.
There are people who make a special impact on others with their presence and the way they make you feel.
Abi Nadeau Winsor, ’14, was one of them
The accounting alum was the ultimate includer in every environment.
To those who knew Abi, she was a beam of positivity. She wouldn’t be slowed down by a busy schedule or any challenges that came her way. She made the most of every moment she had.
In an instant, those moments became numbered. When she was just 25, Abi was diagnosed with brain cancer. After a 10-month battle with the disease, Abi passed away.
“She was the one that would light up a room with her joyful personality.”
DR. KATE CAMPBELL
ACCOUNTANT ABI
Selke Hall is where the stories began for Abi’s earliest UND friend group. Anne Holland, ’14, ’22, (pictured at left with Abi) lived on the same floor and graduated in the same class.
“She was basically the mother of our friend group,” Anne said. “She would comfort you when things were tough, make everything a fun time, and get involved in so many ways to help others.”
Holland credits herself for steering Abi toward accounting. Abi was struggling to figure out which path she wanted to pursue for a career, and after Anne suggested trying an accounting class, Abi was hooked.
“Abi was like a light bulb,” Dr. Kate Campbell, chair of UND’s Herr School of Accountancy, remembers. “She was the one that would light up a room with her joyful personality.”
Mike Hendrickson led one of Abi’s accounting classes and asked students to commit to a grade that they were willing to work toward by the end of the semester. Abi chose a B, but Hendrickson saw more in her.
“She said that she had over-worked herself in her early years at UND and wanted more stability, a mark of her humility I believe,”
Mike said. “Long story short: she finished with an A.”
Through her heavy involvement on campus, she made the most of her UND experience and dedicated herself to helping others.
Selke Hall
70 donors $58,000 given
7 recipients since 2020
A TRIBUTE FROM TRAGEDY
Close friends and classmates Josh Nelson, ’14, (pictured at left with Anne and Abi) and Libby Rabon, ’15, were reading a story about a scholarship fund that was started at UND. The idea of starting a scholarship endowment to honor Abi was born.
They reached out to Dr. Campbell for help, word spread, and soon after, donors began stepping forward – including Abi’s former professor Mike Hendrickson.
The Abi Nadeau Winsor Scholarship was officially established shortly before Abi’s passing, realizing her dream of supporting students in the same way she was supported at UND. She was overjoyed and joked that “a scholarship is the most accountant way to haunt a place.”
“We’re really happy that this became a reality so her name will come up every year, forever,” Josh said.
Coincidentally, every recipient of the Abi Nadeau Winsor Scholarship has had a tie to Abi, either through people she knew or similar personality traits. The first scholarship recipient, Abi’s friend Anne Holland, was enrolled in UND’s online accountancy master's program at the time and saw it as a full-circle moment to receive support in Abi’s name.
Another scholarship recipient, Marissa Linback, ’23, was mentored by Libby Rabon through the Pancratz Mentor Program.
“It’s funny how life works and it’s awesome that Abi’s friends really cared about her enough to start a scholarship in her name,” Marissa said.
GIVE A GIFT
Contribute to the Abi Nadeau Winsor Scholarship by scanning the code.
pd.UNDalumni.org/ give-abi-nadeau-winsor
ABI LIVES ON
Each year, the accounting department awards the scholarship to an actively involved accountancy major. Dr. Campbell makes sure that each recipient knows Abi’s story.
In UND’s Herr School of Accountancy, Abi Nadeau Winsor remains a symbol of how much impact one person can make on their community. ///
Abi (in the white wedding dress) and Jeff Winsor (in the same blue shirt he wore on his first date with Abi) met online while living in the Minneapolis area after college.
“She had an incredible ability to make everyone feel welcome and loved,” Jeff said. Abi was working at CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA), and Jeff was in an electrical apprenticeship program. After dating for over a year, Abi was diagnosed with cancer in December 2017. Despite her health challenges, the couple got engaged in August 2018. When Abi’s health declined in October, they held a home wedding ceremony surrounded by close family and friends, just two weeks before Abi passed away. Jeff continues to stay in touch with many of the friends who supported them during that time.
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Dr. Ella Jane & Herbert Oyer
P. D. Sproule Co./Paul Sproule/ Tim Crary
Pacific Enzymes
Preston J. Page
Robert & Kathleen Page
Marvin & Carol Paggen
Genevieve Painter in Memory of Robert Painter, M.D.
Nancy M. Paintner
Chieko K. Palenberg
John C. Palenberg
Palm Island Resort
Doris Palmer Dufault
Hugh & Ruth Palmer
Rick Palmer
Tony & Debbie Palmiscno
Carrie M. Panetta
Papa Murphy's Pizza, Fargo
Kurtis M. Papenfuss
Wayne & Christi Rae Papke
Brian Pappas
Grant & Kristine Paranica
Park River Implement LLC
Laure Eckroth Park
B. Brian Parrish, M.D. in Memory of Thomas R. Whelan, Ph.D.
Drs. Sarah & Christopher Paschall
Nancy Pasley
Scott W. Patterson
Judith & Terry Paukert
Paul F. Sulllivan & Associates
Paul Suda Farms, Inc./ Rod & Janelle Holth
William & Carolyn Paulsen
Judge John T. & Bonita L. Paulson
Gerald & Marla Paulson
Mark & Patricia Paulson
LTC Jerel Pawley
Curtis R. Paxman, M.D.
PDT Varsity Bachelors
Educational Foundation
Peabody Enterprises, LLC
Pearce & Durick
Morgan G. Pearsall
G. Allan & Kay Pearson
Garry Pearson & Rose Mary Kitzan
Charles E. Peck
Melvin & Lila Pedersen
Michael & Terri Pedersen
Alvin & Elizabeth Pederson
Mrs. Ann & Randy Pederson
Lt. Col. A. Paul & Ruth Pederson
Richard L. Peloquin
Dr. Sue C. Pendell
Dr. Timothy J. Pennings
Pennzoil Company
Peplawn, Inc., Detroit Lakes, MN
Pepsi Americas
PepsiCo Foundation
Pepsi-Cola Bottling Company
Perkins Family Restaurant/ Tim Brandt
Dexter Perkins
Dr. Vito & T. Carmel Perrone
Bruce D. Perry, M.D., Ph.D. Petcetera Animal Clinic
Petersburg Oil Corporation
Adella L. Petersen
Brian D. Petersen & Nancy A. Krogh
Barry & Sharon Peterson
Barry R. Peterson
David & Betty Peterson
Glen & Diana Peterson
Jane & Wayne Peterson
Myron D. Peterson, M.D.
Robert & Lisa Peterson
Tammy & Shawn Peterson
Dr. Thomas & Bonnie Peterson
Petro-Hunt, LLC
Lisa M. Petryszyn
Terry & Susan Petsinger
Jon H. Pfaff
Tracey L. Pfaff
A. Jeanne Pfeiffer
Pfizer Foundation
Thomas L. Pfliger
Pharmacia & Upjohn Foundation
Phase Technology
Phillips Petroleum Co.
Dr. Amy Phillips
Larry G. Phillips
Heidi J. Philpot, M.D.
Phoenix Industries, Ltd.
Clark & Kathy Piepkorn
Dr. Troy & Kellie Pierce
Pifer Auction & Realty
Noel & Jill Pilon
David A. Pinder, Sr.
Kathryn & Nathan Pinke
Dr. Brett & Jonathan Pinkerton
Karen Pitsenbarger Plants Plus PMOPA Safety & Education Foundation
Doug & Rita Podolak
Kevin Polansky
Polar Communications
Polaris Industries, Inc.
Shasho & Lara Pole
The Honorable Ruthanne Polidori
Frederick D. "Fritz" Pollard Estate
Andrea M. Pollema
Stella Pollock
Ken & Becky Polovitz
Michael & Barbara Polovitz
Thomas & Laura Polovitz
Kimberly K. Polries
Brent & Nikki Polum
Diane & John Ponticello
Poppler's Music, Inc.
Bill & Phyllis Porter
Fanny Porter
Michael & Ann Porter
Sen. M. Michelle Powers
Gary & Claudia Pramhus
Sidney & Ruth Praska
James & Sheila Pratt
Dr. Laurence & Helen Pray
Bill Predovich
Kristen & Mitchell Price PricewaterhouseCoopers Foundation
Gordon H. Prichard
Joseph & Diane Proctor
Lara & Anthony Prozinski
Prudential Crary Real Estate
Prudential Insurance Company
PS Doors
Psychotherapy Associates, PC
Catherine T. Puetz, M.D.
Pugsley's Sandwiches/ Gary & Monica Senger
Angie Pulkrabek Moen
Courtney & Mary Jane Pulkrabek
Jeff & Rebecca Pulkrabek
Webster Pullen Estate
David & Marlys Pung
Al & Dorothy Purdon
Ray M. Purpur
Anne & David Putbrese
Jon & Anne Putnam
PwC
Dr. Ronald E. & Scharlene Pynn
QOL Medical LLC
Vito & Melanie Quaglia
Bruce & Roberta Quick
Jean M. Quinlan
Tom & Kathy Quirk
Qwest Dex
R & R Contracting, Inc./ Bill & Rhonda Reimer
R & S Electrical Contracting, Inc.
R & T Electric/Rick Laframboise
R. J. Reynolds Industries, Inc.
Ada B. Raab
Rebecca & Michael Raber
John & Darleen Rader
Marjorie A. Tegtmeier-Radi
Andrea T. Rahn, M.D.
Rahr Foundation
Rainbow Energy Center LLC
Ralph Larson Farms, Inc.
Ruth B. Ralston in Memory of Lloyd Ralston
Ramada Inn
David & Joyce Ramage
Dr. Janaksinh & Pushpa Ramaiya
JoAnn & David Ramsaur
Robert E. Ramsay
James & Jane Ramsland
Della Mae & Marvin Ramstad
Kathryn R. L. Rand & Steven A. Light
Ruth A. Rand Estate
Thomas & Alice Rand
Drs. Brian Randall & Mary Kemen
Dr. Francis J. Randall
Laraine L. & Steven E. Rank
Bruce L. Ranstrom
Kurt D. Rasmussen
Lloyd E. & Shirley Rath
William C. & Helen Rath
Dr. David & Valerie Rathbone
Dr. Jennifer & Michael Raum
Dr. Paul & Annette Ray
Dr. Robert & Meryl Ray
Joe Raymond
Nadine L. Raymond
Raytheon Aircraft Company
Raytheon Company
RDO Equipment Company
RDO Foods Company
Real Property, Probate and Trust
Section of the State Bar
Heather & Chad Reardon
Irwin R. Rector
Red Pepper, Inc.
Randy & Judy Redmann
Dr. John C. & Marilyn B. Redmond
John & Ruth Reese
Regional Airline Association
Regis Foundation
Kevin J. Register
Susan & George Register in Honor & Memory of Edward & Ellen Hallenberg
Cash & Snookie Register
Mark D. Rehwaldt
Bill & Betty Reichart
Alexander Reichert & Stephanie Blair
Dr. Donald J. & Monica Reichert
Timothy J. & Mary Gassmann Reichert
Reimer Welding
Robert J. Reinertson
Dr. Jerald W. & Joan Reinhardt
Noell Hamann Reinhiller
Eldon H. Reinke
Greg Reisenauer
Reiten & Young International
Beulah C. Reiten
James E. Reller
Dr. Richard & Mary Render
Harold & Karen Rene
Republic National Distributing Company
Resource Technology Associates
Bradley & Heidi Ressler
Paul Retzer, M.D. & Marian Retzer
Rhino Contracting
Grace Osborne Rhonemus
Dr. Daniel R. Rice
Dr. Jon & Roberta Rice
Stuart G. Rice, M.D.
William G. Rice
Bob & Marie Richards
David & Kristee Richards
Holly Robinson Richards
Randy & Carmen Richards
Ray Richards
Elwood P. Richmond
Billie A. & Lloyde Richmond
William, Jr. & Blanca Richmond
Dwight A. Richter
Joe & Cindy Richter
Heather & Scot Rider
Maylynn Riding In
Steven M. Riedinger
Joshua M. Riedy
Rieger, Borgen, Benson Electric, Inc.
Virginia & Daniel Rieger
Charles & Diedre Riely
Jeff & Merilee Riely
Richard & Debra Riely
Daniel & Sue Riley
Jim & Soni Riley
Ken Ring
Lori & Kerry Ring
Katherine & Sean Rinkenberger
Hilary "Butch" & Julie Riske
Leon & LauraLee Riske
David & Barbara Riskey
Robert & Karen Riskey
Rita Foundation
Lena B. Ritchie
Richard & Bernetta Ritter
Everett & Chantell Ritterman
Harlan & Bette Ritterman
Riverside Dental
RML Trading, LLC
Bob & Teri Robb
Don & Erika Robertson
Dureanna & Kevin Robertson
Frances L. Robertson
M. James & Margie Robertson
Robinson Excavating
Robinson Helicopter Company
Dave & Marisa Robinson
Laurie Robinson & Sheldon Krantz
Michael R. Robinson
Richard & Shelley Robinson
Thomas J. Robinson
Rock Flow Dynamics
Rockwell International
Dr. Harold & Bonnie Rodenbiker
Jameson J. Rodenbiker
Marguerite Rodgers
Tom & Sandy Rodgers
Tammy & Michael Rodriquez
Gene & Karolyn Roebuck
Dr. Jamie & Rhonda Roed
Warren & Markay Roehl
Joseph M. Roehrich
Roers Construction, Inc.
Ryan Rogen
Lt. Col. Kathryn A. Rogenes, RET
Rogers Construction/Wes & Corliss Rogers
Wesley & Corliss Rogers
Heidi Rognlie
Bradley & Karen Rohde
Hazel H. Rohde
John & Ann Rolando
Mark & Kari Roles
Telmar & Helen Rolfstad
Jodi Thompson Rolland
Roberta & Orlando Rollefstad
Reid & Doreen Rolshoven
Maryanne & Russ Romero in Memory of Ronald & Ann Bzoch
Henry F. Rompage
Vicki M. Ronkowski
Karleen M. Rosaaen
Jerry & Gloria Rose
Roseland ND Trust
Tom & Brenda Rosendahl
Kristi & Joel Ross
Jeffrey & Michelle Rost
Kelsey & Steven Roth
Martin Rothberg, M.D.
Doug & Nancy Rothe
Tobias & Susan Rothfusz
Gerald M. Rott
Mike & Diane Roufs
Harris Rouse
Richard & Judith Rouzie
Dr. Scott & Kathleen Rowe
Royal Order of Flickertails
Gary M. Royal
Roger A. Royse
Wanda L. Royse
RSM McGladrey, Inc.
Dave & Doreen Rubin/Wendy's
Julie Rubin & Sarah Sesselman
Edith Henderson Ruby & Michael Ruby
James & Elaine Rudd
Mel & Ruth Ruder
Lawrence W. Rudh
Robert J. Rudolph
Dr. James & Suzanne Rue
Dan & Lisa Ruebke
Bill & Catherine Rueth
R. W. & Dureen Ruff
Rumors Lounge & Plaza Package
Glenna Rundell
Dr. Bradley & Kristen Rundquist
Erik & Jackie Russell in Memory of Maurice Russell
Drs. LaVonne Russell Hootman & Joe Hootman
Dr. Maurice T. Russell
Ray & Joan Russell
Jeff & Kim Rustad
Dan & Pam Rustvang
Karen R. Ruth
Geneve & Nick Rutherford
Larry A. & Irene Rutherford
Robert & Joan Ruud Estate
Dr. William & Judy Ruud
Rux Painting
Ryan Potato Company
Dean Ryan
Karen & Jerry Ryan
William V., Jr. & Kerry L. Ryan
Ryan's Potatoes, Inc.
Gary D. Ryberg
JR & Bridget Ryberg
Brian & Selmara Rydell
Robert & Cheri Rydell
K. Wayne & Geraldine Rye
Wallace & Edith Rygh
Betty L. Rystad
Kent L. Sack, M.D.
Darrel G. Sackman
Col. (Ret) Thomas & Jackie Saddler
JJ Safranski
David J. Saggau
Gary & Lynette Sagstuen
Dr. John & Julie Saiki
Fran & Dale Sailer
Paul Sailer
Robert & Mary Sailor in Honor & Memory of Matthew Sailor
John & Betty Sakariassen
Dr. Jack B. Sampson
Dr. Jerome M. & Evelyn Sampson
Richard & Charlene Sampson
Daniel & Sandra Samson
Sand Steel Building Co.
Donald W. Sand, M.D.
Doran & Marilyn Sand
Kirk & Romayne Sand
John T. Sandager
Curtis & Ione Sandberg
Dr. David & Ann Sande
Jeffrey & Denise Sande
Paul Sandeen
Kelly McMahon Sander
Linda & Clayton Sander
Gary & Sherrie Sanders
Marvin Sanders Estate
Paul O. Sanderson, M.D.
Jill Kohlman Sando
Nicole M. Sandoval
Michael & Jane Sandsmark
Roger & Dorothy Sandven
Wade & Amy Sandy
Sanofi-Aventis
Dr. Sarah & Steven Sarbacker
Dr. George & Grace Sarosi
Stanley G. Sateren, M.D.
R. Norman Sather, M.D.
Gale & Virginia Satrom
Maynard & Jeanette Satrom
William & Carolyn Satterfield In Honor of David & Linda Kjelstrup
Leo & Maria Saucedo
Brett E. Sauer
Dr. William & Susan Sausker
Keith & Joanne Saville
Cordelia M. Sayler
Tim & Lori Sayler
SBC Foundation
Michael & Rosemarie Scanlan
David P. Schaaf
Honorable Edward & Nancy Schafer
Harold & Sheila Schafer
Michael J. Schaffer
Richard W. Schaffer
Brad & Nadine Schanilec
Noel & Kim Schanilec
Gayle A. Whitmer Schantzen, M.D.
Roger W. & Janet (Brush) Schauer
Thomas & Summer Schauer
Brandon & Kim Scheel
Steve & Tiffany Scheel
Curt & Debbie Scheevel
Jerry & Melody Schefter
William H. Scheide
Gregg & Kayla Schildberger
Mary Jo & Kenneth Schill
Col. Roger & Yvonne Schill
Jeffery G. Schindele
Naomi C. Schindele
Doug & Kay Schindler
Charlene & Gilmore Schjeldahl
Terry & Deborah Schleisman Schlotzsky's Deli
Daniel & Nikki Schmaltz
Marc & Kelly Schmaltz
Mike & Lisa Schmaltz
Dr. Daniel & Betty Schmelka
Dale & Susan Schmid
Bob & LuAnn Schmidt/Paul & Wendy Bernardy
David O. Schmidt
Fred A. & Karen A. Schmidt
Patti & Kenny Schmidt
Ronald & Irene Schmidt
Marlys Schmitt
Russell Schmitt & Sally Holbrook
Brad & Rachael Schmitz
Dr. David F. Schmitz
John & Leone Schmitz
Judith A. Schmitz
Andy Schneider
Frederick & Mary Jane Schneider
Lois E. Schneider in Memory of John T. Schneider
McLain & Crystal Schneider
Michael A. Schneider
Ryan Schneider
Matt Schober
Bill Schoen & Jim Kobetsky/ Schoen Associates, Inc.
William & Beverly Schoen
Wayne D. & Marcia E. Schott
Larry & Judy Schrader
Troy & Sally Schrader
Rep. Cynthia Schreiber-Beck
Lloyd & Jean Schreiner
Dr. E. Dean & Karen Schroeder
William H. Schroeder
George & Arline Schubert
Gary & Deb Schue
Jerry & Holly Schue
Janice I. Schuh
Jay Schuler
Charles & Ardis Schultz
Dick & Barbara Schultz
Donald P. Schultz
Dr. Sara J. Schultz
Schumacher Goodyear
John M Schumacher
Duane H. Schurman
Tom & Rita Schuster
Theresa L. Schwan
Dave & Suzanne Schweigert
Kyle "Bubba" & Laura Schweigert
Lowell J. Schweigert
Shannon & Holly Schweigert
Science Engineering Associates
Scott Farm
Alexander & Laura Scott
Archie & Alpha Scott
David Scott
Eric & Debbie Scott
John W. Scott, Jr.
McDonald Watson Scott Estate
Velma Hurmence Scott
Marty & Linda Scramstad
Scripps Howard Foundation
Francis & Edith Sears Estate
Lynne & Rodney Sears
Dawn & Jerod Seaver
Hugh & Janet Seaworth
Securian Financial Group, Inc.
Brad & Beth Seeba
Emil A. Seeger
Kathy & Dr. Ron Seeley
Clifford & Lenora Seglem
Hubert Seiler, M.D.
Bruce & Brenda Selinger
Dr. Brian Selland & Rev. Sharon Baker
Will Semke
Betty Breakey Senechal
Gary E. Senger
John & Doris Senger
Sheri A. Senne
Jim & Cindy Senske
Shawn M. Serba
SESVanderHave USA, Inc.
Ken Severinson
Arthur & LaVonne Severson
David & Donna Severson
Io & Harold Severson
Dennis & Denise Sevigny
Drs. John & Cynthia Shabb
Drs. James & Margaret Shaeffer
Shaft, Reis & Shaft, Ltd.
Shakopee Mdewakanton Sioux Community
Gary L. Shantz
Alvin R. Shasky
Gregory Shega & Amy Weber
Shell Companies Foundation, Inc.
Dan Shelstad Estate
Don & Marijo Shide
Sandra M. E. Shivers, Ph.D. & Jed M. Shivers
Dr. & Mrs. Thomas B. Shoar
Ann & Lester Shook
David J. Shorma
Susan M. Shotwell
Jim & Joan Shulind
Chad A. Shumake
Agnes G. Shurr
Al Sieben
Scott D. Siebert
Jeff J. Sieler
Dana Siewert Family
Florence Sigal
Dr. Paul & Deborah Silverman
Krolik in Memory of Dr. Louis B. & Thelma K. Silverman
David I. Silverman
Dr. L. Otis & Ethel Simenstad
Simonson Lumber & Hardware, Inc.
Dr. Donald & Ingrid Simonson
Pete & Marilyn Simonson
Al K. Simpson
Karen Owens Sinard
Brian & Laura Sivertson
Norman E. Skabo
Janet L. Skadeland
David J. Skar, PE
Glen M. Skar
Troy & Michelle Skime
Skinner Roofing & Insulation
Skip's Budget Drug
Arlene B. Skjervem Estate
Howard M. Skjervem Estate
Spencer & Zelda Skretvedt
Dennis & Donna Skyberg
Sky's 332 SLB
Daniel H. Slemmons, M.D.
Geoffrey & Allison Slick
James & Nettie Smallwood
Smith Lumber Company
Smith, Bakke, Porsborg, Schweigert & Armstrong
Alice & Steven Smith
DeLoris & John Smith
James W. Smith
John E. Smith Estate
Kevin & Kathy Smith
Kirk & Joan Smith
Lois E. Kent Smith
Madge & Robert Smith
Marion Smith & Family in Memory of Neal F. Smith
Robert & Julie Smith
Robert S. Smith
Ronald Maurice Smith, M.D./ Arizona Medical Group of Mesa
Sheldon A. Smith
Dr. Stacey & Jen Smith
Thomas H. & Betty Smith
Smitty's Transmission Service
Dr. Roy & Sherry Snoke
Chris Snortland
John & Deborah Snustad
Marvin J. & Luella Snyder
Bonnie J. Sobolik
Douglas E. & Judith (Graham) Sobolik
RADM Paul & Jacqy Soderberg
Jonielle Soderstrom
Helen Collins Sogard
Gary & Gail Solberg
Larry G. Solberg
Matthew & Dr. Brooke Solberg
Michael & Charleen Solberg
Troy Solem
Dr. David & Genise Solseng
Mark & Jane Solseng
Ralph E. Soltis
Dorothy Nelson Sommerfield
LeRoy S. & Judith F. Sondrol
Sons of Norway Foundation
Keith & Marlys Sorbo
John & Joan Sorensen
Dr. Robert & Gwynn Sorenson
Laurie Thomas Sorenson, M.D.
Sara K. Sorenson
Helen L. Sorlie
John A. Sorteberg, M.D.
South Forks Lions Charity Fund
Martin & Doris Spargo
Don & Cindy Speare
Specialty Restaurants Corp.
SpeedySign
Spice Investment Group, Inc.
Spitfire Bar & Grill
Gary & Mary Splichal
Anne Sprague
Dr. Craig & Lisa Sprenger
Susan & Paul Sproule
Col. Warren Bennett & Eunice Bennett Spruance
Vernon T. Squires
Phil & Jeanne Srur
St. Michel Furniture & Floorcovering
Leo & Jean St. Michel
Michael & Linda St. Onge
David E. St. Peter
St. Alexius Medical Center
Jenelle Stadstad
Allen & Gale Stahl
John C. Staley
Dianne & Robert Stam
Jeff Stamp
Gladys I. Stannard
Dr. George & Margaret Starcher
Loren K. Starcher
Carol & Wayne Stark
State Farm Companies Foundation
Dale W. & Cheryl Stauss
Larry J. Stauss
Virginia M. Stauss
Steven B. Staver
Carla & Scott Steen
Dr. Thomas B. Steen
& Dr. Carol E. Cook
Steffes Corporation
Edith Steinbach Estate
Doris E. Steingraber
Lyle C. Steinmeier
Margaret M. Stellon
David & Tonya Stende
Kristen K. Stenehjem, M.D.
Stengl Johnson Cruise & Travel
Gregory & Andrea Stennes
Jennifer L. Stenseth
Stephen Stenseth
Mark & Claudia Stenson
Steven A. Stenson
Dr. Steven & Lauralee Stenzel
Stephen Larson & Dwight Larson
David B. Stern
Larry C. Stetzner, M.D.
Leah L. Manning Stetzner
Garvin & Sandra Stevens
Cameron R. Stewart Estate
Ferguson Stewart
James G. Stewart
Karla Mongeon-Stewart & Justin Stewart
Mike B. Stewart
Dwayne L. Sticka
Del Benson Stickney
Scott & Sue Stinar
Frank & Margaret Stinchfield
Estate
Cheryl & John Stjern
Col. J. Thomas Stocker, M.D.
Jacque G. Stockman
Louise Aandahl Stockman
Winnifred F. Stockman
Tom & Dawn Stoe/Papa Murphy's Pizza, Grand Forks
Col. (Ret) Greg & Jey Stolt
Emil, Jr. & Audrey Stoltz
Ardell Stone
J. Lloyd & Grace Stone
Jennifer Stoner Stone's Mobile Radio, Inc.
Drs. Debbie Storrs & John Mihelich
Paul J. Storsteen
David & Judith Stowman
A. Thomas Strand in Memory of Mary Flemington Strand & Albert Engebret C. Strand
Dr. Jens & Rosalinda Strand
Jon & Kristine Strand
Cecil & Karen Strande
Steven R. Strande
Harold E. Stratemeyer
Joann A. & John W. Strehlow
Craig Strehlow & Marcia Estee Strehlow
Kent B. Streibel
Jolanda M. Streifel
Paul Stremick
Steven W. Stremick
Patrick & Melissa Streyle
Dr. Dean & Catheleen Strinden
Jon & Sandi Strinden
Drs. William & Sarah Strinden
Eric R. Stringer
Brian & Kimberly Strom
Caitlin & Dave Stromberg
Michael & Susan Stromberg
Scott & Cindy Stromme
Stephen A. Stromstad, M.D.
Thomas & Heather Stroup
Structures, Inc.
STRYDE Limited
Dr. Eudene M. Stuart
Gregory S. Stuart
Student Air Traffic Control Association
Student Aviation Management Association
Jason & Patty Studsrud
Jon A. Study
Catherine & Richard Sturtevant
Lynn & Phyllis Stutrud
Sublime Aesthetic Professionals
Subway/Little Caesars
Charles & Marian Suda
Ruth Suh
Gail A. Sullivan
Summer Institute of Linguistics
Carrie L. Summerfield
Debra & Tom Sumner
Sun Pool & Patio/Hutton Farms
Lee W. Sundberg
Sundstrand Corporation
Super Valu
Supervalu Foundation Fund of The Minneapolis Foundation
Sure Foot Corporation
Madeline & Bill Sutherland
Madeline Sutherland-Meier & Richard Meier
Brett & Jamie Svidal
Patricia A. Swangler
Swangler Auto Parts
Aloys P. Swanson
Andrew & Gail Swanson
Clay Swanson
Helen M. Swanson
Howard & Deborah Swanson
Ian B. Swanson
Steve F. Swanson
Calvin L. "Bud" Swedlund Estate
Jim Sweeney
Maurice F. Sweeney
Michael & Jane Sweeney
Harriet M. Sweetland
Dr. Marian E. Swendseid
Sigurd & Evelyn Swenson
Gary L. & Betsy Swenson
Jane & Scott Swenson
Wayne M. Swenson, M.D. & Lois Swenson
Roger Swiger
Capt. George Swiggum, USN (RET) & Joi Hase Swiggum
James L. Swingen
Jim & Bev Swingen
Steven M. Synhorst
Savanthi & Jason Syth
Chad & Genaya Syverson
Grant Syverson, M.D.
Jane & Rod Syverson
Mark Syverson
Dr. Robert & Elizabeth Szczys
T. Lloyd Kelly Foundation
Clyde W. & Pauline K. Tabor
Ronald & Josephine Taillon
Estate
R. Wayne Taintor, M.D.
Brian & Desiree Tande
Gene D. Tang, M.D.
Dr. Guy & Brenda Tangedahl
Daniel & Kelli Tannahill
Dave & Mary Tannahill
Drs. Basir & Mohiba Tareen
Douglas & Lori Taylor
Dr. William & Jeanne Taylor
TC Energy Development
Holdings, Inc.
TCI Insurance
TE Connectivity
Team Electronics
Technology Applications Group
Donald & Mary Tehven
Ople J. Teigen
Philip J. Teigen
Teledyne Incorporated
Tony & Tracy Telken
Nicole & Jefferson Tellmann
Dr. Ronald & Joyce Tello
Cherie Templeton
Tenneco Incorporated
Jayme J. Tenneson
Terra
Brian Terrance
Dr. Katherine L. Terras
Butch Tester
Gene R. Tetrault
Texaco Incorporated
Texas A&M University
Textron, Inc.
Gary & Connie Tharaldson
The Buck Zahradka Memorial
The Coca Cola Foundation
The Coteau Properties Company
The Day Maker's Salon
The Gene Murphy Golf Classic
The John Derner Foundation
The Jostens Foundation, Inc.
The Kenneth Kendal King
Foundation
The Marvin Companies, Inc.
The Nash Family Foundation
The Paul Lorne Wold Irrevocable Trust
The Presser Foundation
The Procter & Gamble Foundation
The Quaker Oats Foundation
The Society of the Plastics Industry, Inc.
The Wheeler Foundation
Dr. David & Theresa Theige
Austin & Jana Theisen
Dr. Robert & Joan Thom
Belle L. Thomas in Memory of Paul Thomas
Brigetta Thomas
Brockton S. Thomas
Tom & Buzzy Thomas
Todd R. Thomas
Debra Thomas-Anderson
Beverly J. Boone Thompson
C. James Thompson, Jr.
Chris Thompson
DeeAnn L. Thompson
Edward K. Thompson
Era Bell Thompson
Harrison C. Thompson
James & Jennifer Thompson
Dr. Joffrey & Maria Thompson
Julie A. Thompson
Dr. Kenneth D. Thompson
Larry D. Thompson
Dr. Robert & Patricia Thompson
Scott & Mary Jane Thomsen
Frederick "Pinky" Thomson
Morris B. Thomte
Kristjan & Tana Thorfinnson
Tara Thorlakson
Olaf & Marie Thormodsgard Estate
Dustin & Stefanie Thornburg
Bill & Susie Thorness
Jack & Evelyn Thornton
Curt & Kay Thorpe
Rod & Carmen Thorpe
Jennifer M. Thorson & Edward W. Kleedorfer
Naomi J. Thorson
M. Jordan Thorstad, M.D.
Terry & Carol Thorstenson
Pete & Phyllis Thrall
Three Affiliated Tribes
Dennis D. & Rosemary R. Thue
Horace & Marjory Thue
Thursday Music Club
Yei-Lung Tien
Marilyn H. Tiensuu
Janet Schneider Tillman
Tim Shea's Nursery, Inc.
Dr. Jon & Marcia Tingelstad
Tim & Cassie Tinius
Tioga Medical Center
Kathryn Horway Tiongson & Dr. Genaro I. Tiongson
Titan Machinery
Ralph & Joan Titus
Ruth B. Titus Estate
Tobiason Potato Co., Inc.
Georgia Tobiason
Todd Enterprises
Col. Kenneth E. (RET) & Hannah T. Todd
Bob & Gail Toftey
Don & Carmen Toman
Henry & Ann Tomasek
Gardner C. Tonigan
Toop Insurance
Dr. Arthur & Louise Torgerson
Thomas M. Torgerson, M.D.
Dr. Patricia A. Torness-Smith
Jon L. Toso
Dusty Tostenson
Ken & Gloria Towers
Toyota Motor Sales, USA, Inc.
Bill & Michele Trader
Traditional Family Foundation
Bruce W. Trager
Traill Painting
Donna & Leslie Trapp
Travis O'Neel Scholarship Endowment
Traynor Law Firm, P.C.
Daniel M. Traynor
J. Patrick & Jamie Traynor
Jack & Jane Traynor
Randy & Shelley Traynor
Tri Campbell Farms
Tony & Bobbi Trimarco
Tri-Mer Corporation
Trinity Medical Center
Kurt E. Triplett
Lester J. Trnka & Sharon Mark
Lisa M. Trnka
Michael D. Trnka
Eldon & Linda Troftgruben
Jill & Brian Troftgruben
Trojan Promotions
Tronson Grain
James M. & Theresa Trouba
Bruce Troyan & Margo A. Wolff
Faye Troyer Estate
Steven & Renae Troyer
Samuel A. Trutna
Karen I. Trydahl
Dr. Dennis J. & Pat L. Trzpuc
Donovan R. Tschider
Morris & Irene Tschider
Tom & Kari Tschider
Dr. Erling & Elizabeth Tufte
Jon & Cathy Tufte
Paul Tunks
Lowell & Lois Tupa
Michael & Teri Tupa
Drs. Jon D. & Nancy C. Turner
Steve & Robin Turner
William W. Turner
Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa Indians
Dr. Kevin & Jayne Tveter
Tom & Lori Tweten
UAP Northern Plains
Jonathan Uhl
Jason & Tracy Uhlir
ULM Corporation
Steven G. Ulven
UND Center for Family Medicine, Bismarck
UND College of Arts & SciencesDean's Office
UND Law School Foundation
UND Medical Foundation
UND Panhellenic Council
UND President's Office
UND School of Law
UNDY's 500
UNFI
UNISYS Corporation
United Airlines
United Crane & Excavation, Inc.
University Hotel
Development LLC
University Laundromat/ Exceptions
George M. Unruh, Jr.
L. Richard Unzelman
UPS Foundation, Inc.
Maxwell M. Upson
Reginald & Ardelle Urness in
Memory of Scott B. Urness
U.S. Bancorp Foundation
U.S. Bank of North Dakota
U.S. West
Dr. David & Jane Uthus
Jacqueline & Dr. Eric Uthus
Antony Vairamides
Adrian J. & Treva Vaksvik
Dan & Tracy Valentine
Valley Contracting
Valley Dairy/Valley Car Wash
Valley Dental Center PC/ Bruce Tofteland
Valley Golf Association
Valley Oral & Facial Surgery, P.C.
Valley Truck Parts & Service
Valley Vision Clinic
Lorraine & Joe Van Dyke
William C. Van Horne
Dan & Jill Van Winkle
Doug & Kristi Vang
Jordan & Margaret Varberg
Robert H. Varland & Lois Lake Varland
Dr. Frederick & Claudette Varricchio
Dr. Lorris Vatnsdal
Jesse & Kim Veil
Kenneth & Debra Vein
Omar & Ruth Vein
Dr. John & Mary Ellen Veitch
Jason & Kristin Vendsel
Verizon Foundation
Gary & Vicki Verke
Ian Vestal
Marilyn & Clyde Vetter
VFW Club Post 7564, West Fargo
Kenneth S. Vig
Michael & Linda Vig
Reuben J. Vig
Candace A. Vigen Galstad
Alfred J. Vigen
Douglas W. & Carla R. Vigen
Vilandre Heating, Air Conditioning, & Plumbing/ Jeff & Carrie Wilson
Shellie G. Vingelen
Michael J. Vinyon
Vista Paint Corporation
Vital Surge, LLC
Dr. Vernon & Marjorie Vix
Robert & Elsa Vogel
Dean L. Voiss
Robert Vold
Robert & Joann Vollrath
Carol A. Vondrachek
Daniel J. Vondrachek
W. K. Kellogg Company
W. W. Wallwork, Inc.
Lance & Gail Wachter
Maureen Wacker
Neil Wade
Alan D. Wagner
Christopher Wagner
Dr. John D. Wahl Estate
Helen Wahlstrand
Kari & Donavan Wald
Bonnie Waldorf
Gladys & Vernon Waldorf
Charles Waldren & Delores Waldren
F. Duane Walen
Walhalla Insurance Agency
Hans C. Walker, Jr. & Barbara Walker
Dr. James L. Walker Estate
Dr. Scott & Marian Walker
Steve A. Walker
Brandon Wall
James & Linda Wallace
Marian E. Cupp Wallis
Wall's Medicine Center, Inc.
Dr. Adolf & Helen Walser
Melissa & Joel Walski
Frank & Jean Walter
Henry & Elizabeth Walter
Joann K. Walter
Dale L. Waltz
Maureen J. Waltz
Drs. Hayley & Joel Walz
Wambsganss Family Trust
Dr. Bruce & Donna Wandler
Jack, Jr. & Jennifer Wandler
Jeffrey & Jasmine Wangen
David & Jeanne Wanner
Tracy Wanzek & Julie Nelson Wanzek
Chad C. Ward
Gary Ward
Patrick & Elizabeth Ward
Dr. Donald K. Warne
M. Marian Wasinger in Memory of Carl Wasinger
Michael G. Wastvedt
Mark & Mary Wavra
Mitch Wavra
WDAZ-TV
Weather Modification, Inc.
Jeffrey N. Weatherly
Heath & Shannon Webber
Dr. Donald & Kathleen Weber
Erven & Ida Weber
Dr. Neal & Jean Weber
Dr. Karl & Josie Weber
Kelsey J. Weber
Mark & Kim Weber
Melissa M. Weber
Olive B. Weber
Dr. Owen & Lillian Webster
Willard & Helen Webster
Sandra L. Weekley
Bob & Susan Wefald
James M. Wehmann
Dr. Glen & Debra Weight
Chuck & Mary Weingarten
Donna J. Weinrebe
John L. & Faye J. Weir
Kathleen & Harlan "Pat" Weir
Dr. Robert & Julianne Weir
R. Nathan & Renae Weisenburger
Mildred Weisinger
Lawrence Welk
Gene A. Welle
Wells Fargo
Wells Fargo Educational Matching Gift Program
Mary R. Wells in Memory of Neil Wells
Dr. Bob & Aurla Welo
Peter D. Welte
Dr. Richard P. & Paula J. Wenham
Lola Wentland-Hackett
Bill & Kay Wernecke
Brad D. Wessman
Bud & Lorraine Wessman
Kari J. Wessman, M.D.
Barbara West
Tania & Christopher West
Elmer & Minnie West Estate
John & Charlotte West
Dr. Neil & Carol West
Robert K. West
Harvey Westby
Timothy M. Westby
Lorraine Hagen
Westerberg, Ph.D.
Westinghouse Educational Foundation
Brian & Marcia Westlund
Wayne & Dorothy Westlund
Lloyd & Donnabelle Weston
Cynthia West-Pic & Allan Pic
WestRock
WestRock - Fargo
Brad & Yvonne Westrum
Drs. Barbara & Timothy Whalen
Chris Whalen
Mary E. Whalen
Brian & Pam Whalen
William & Trish Whalen
Whalens Moving & Storage
Bonnie M. Wheaton
Samuel J. Wheeldon
Diana Wheeler & Don Davis
Eula K. Wheeler
Tom & Mibbs Whelan Estate
Steve A. & Valerie A. Whetter
Fred, Jr. & Coral Whisenand
Courtenay & Brian White
Francis D. White
Gladys N. Whitesell
Charles M. Whitlo
Terry & Clay Whitmore
Dr. James & Sandra (Oshel) Whittaker
Josephine L. Whitworth
Maurice M. Wicklund, M.D.
Larry G. & Barbara A. Widmer
Jeanine Widseth
Widseth, Smith, Nolting
Peter & Theresa Wiederoder
James & Pamela Wiedmann
Robert Wight
Gerald & Marilyn Wigness
Russ & Pat Wilber
Brian & Silvana Wilhelmi
William J. Holland & Alyce I. Holland Foundation
William Penn Foundation
Special Gifts Program
Julie Williams Barner & Michael Barner
Williams Trading, LLC
Dr. Cathy Williams & David Haberman
Drs. Margaret & Larry Williams
Steve Williamson
Judge Bert & Beatrice Wilson
F. G. Wilson
George & Mary Wilson
Dr. H. David Wilson
Dr. Jack & Suzanne Wilson
Jeanette C. Wilson
Dr. Lawrence & Pat Wilson
M. Elizabeth Wilson in Memory of Lewis Mortensen
Rod & Arlene Wilson
Winbauer Investments
Marshall Winchester
Alice C. Winge
Wings Insurance
Winmar Sleep Center
Lonny B. Winrich & Sandra Donaldson
Julice A. Winter
T. R. & Grace Winterer
Ray & Joyce Wiper in Memory of Mary Wiper
WIPFLI Foundation, Inc.
Wireless Concepts
WJS Nelson Farms
Barry Woinarowicz
Dale & Wanda Wold
Dr. John E. Wold
Dr. Loren Wold
Sally J. Wold
Sally Nielsen Wold in Memory of Dr. Lester E. Wold, Sr.
Craig J. Wolf, M.D.
Dr. Dennis & Mary Margaret Wolf
Jerry D. Wolf, M.D. & Janice Porter Wolf, R.N.
Kathleen M. Clower Wolf & Michael D. Wolf
Idona J. Wolfe
Linda Wolowicz
Larry & Debrah Wonder
Harry O. & Candyce M. Wood
Kathleen Ann Wood, M.D.
Mikell B. Wood
Robert D. Wood
Brady Woodard
Amy J. Woods
Donald Woodward
H. Randal Woodward, M.D.
Frederick & Beth Wosick
Clara F. Wright
Dr. Stan & Toni Wright
Dr. John S. Wright
Howard W. Wrigley
Shen-Jyh Wu
Robert P. Wurl
Steve & Carla Wurzer
Wilma & Raymond Wyatt
Thomas J. Wynne
Carl & Judy Wysocki
Xcel Energy, Minneapolis
XTO Energy Inc.
Yorhom
Robert G. York
Glen Y. Yoshida
Kelly J. Youells
Carl & Carla Younce
Mrs. Milton (Patricia) Young
Dale & Florence Youngern
Youth Service America
Jeffrey & Chris Yunker
Remington G. Zacher
Todd & Suzanne Zahnow
Shirley Y. Zahradka
Jeffrey Zak
Loren & Anita Zavalney
Frank A. Zazula, Sr.
Sherry Zeman
Julia Zhao & Ke Xu in Honor and Memory of Hanying Xu
Benjamin J. Ziegler
Dr. R.C. “Buzz” & Mary Hoistad Ziegler
Kevin & Julie Zikmund
Paul G. & Claudia J. Zimmer
Al & Carol Zimmerman
Delore & Sonia Zimmerman
William & Suzan Zimmerman
Zimney, Foster, P.C.
Jerome R Zink, M.D.
Karen & Pat Znajda
Richard A. Zorn, M.D.
Ken & Peggy Zuckerman/ Zuckerman Foundation
Zuger, Kirmis & Smith
1889 Legacy Society
Estate, planned, or deferred giving
A SHARED INVESTMENT
Alumna splits legacy gift to benefit two universities that shaped her career.
For Dr. Karen (Brekke) Hoelzer Vilcinskas, ’76, education wasn’t just a stepping stone – it was her family’s legacy.
As a child, Karen spent hours exploring Merrifield Hall, where her father, Dr. Arne Brekke, an immigrant from Norway, taught languages and started an endowment to help build what is now known as the Arne G. Brekke Bygdebok Collection at UND. The collection is among the world’s largest repositories of Norwegian genealogical books and artifacts. Karen’s mother, Dr. Beverly Wade Brekke-Bailey, ’67, ’71, earned advanced degrees at UND and became a special education professor. She established her own endowment that funds scholarships for special education teachers.
“My parents both wanted to make a difference and help future generations through teaching and giving. They were great role models for me,” Karen said.
Top photo (left to right): Karla, Karen, Kristian, and Kari pose with their parents, Beverly and Arne Brekke (photo taken circa December 1972). Including in-laws, the family holds nine UND degrees. Inset photo: Now retired, Karen enjoys traveling with her husband of three years, Alex Vilcinskas. The couple lives in Texas but made a trip to Barcelona, Spain last fall.
With UND as the clear option, Karen got a solid foundation in math and science, graduated with a double major at age 19, and was accepted into medical school at St. Louis University (SLU). For over 30 years, Karen practiced oncology and was a partner at Springfield Clinic in Illinois before retiring in 2019.
“UND and SLU were instrumental in preparing me for my career,” she noted. “I am very grateful for the education I received at both institutions.”
Motivated by gratitude and retirement planning, Karen took advantage of a Charitable Remainder Unitrust (CRUT), a savvy investment model that allows the grantor to support multiple charities after passing and generating income while living.
“It gives me great joy to know these funds will ease the financial burden for future students.”
“My financial advisor suggested a CRUT to manage a significant capital gain I received from my investment in Springfield Clinic,” Karen explained. “Through a CRUT, I could minimize taxes, receive income, and ultimately benefit the institutions that helped shape me.”
Karen designated 90% of the CRUT’s remainder to split between UND and SLU after her passing, with UND’s portion supporting student scholarships.
For years, Karen donated to her parents’ endowments that fund the causes they championed. Now, she is championing her own.
“I’m hoping to pay it forward while strengthening UND’s financial future,” Karen explained. “It gives me great joy to know these funds will ease the financial burden for future students.”
CHAMPIONS OF TRADITION
1,080 members of the 1889 Legacy Society have contributed estate, planned, or deferred gifts, honoring family legacies.
1889 Legacy Society
Estate, planned or deferred giving
Larry & Martha Ann Aasen
Reuben & Alice Aasland
Elizabeth & Alden Abraham
Hal E. Adams
Naomi E. Adams Estate
Ralph & Jackie Adamsen
D. Guy Allen Estate
George & Glenna "Pat" Allen
Joseph C. Allen Estate
Dr. Kent & Diane Alm
Elizabeth Alsop
Alvis B. Amble
Alma J. Anderson
A. Mavourneen Anderson Estate
Dr. Arden & Bertha Anderson Estate
Aron D. & Mary L. Anderson
Bernt & Clara Anderson
Diane & Daryl Anderson
Dick & Patty Anderson
Ethel I. Anderson
Jeff Anderson
LeRoy A. Anderson
Lowell T. Anderson Magnus & Evelyn Anderson
Marvin D. Anderson
Gary & Olga Anderson
Dr. Richard H. Annis
Dr. Ronald A. & Dorine Apanian
Dorothy A. Arneson & Ronald P. Vuturo
Marilyn A. & Duane A. Arness
Drs. Robert Arusell & Janelle Sanda
Russell T. Asleson Estate
A. Leonard Asmundson, M.D.
Larry Atkins Walt & Connie Auran
Troy Bader & Gina Sauer
Alton & Joanne Baglien
Donald E. Bahr, M.D. Estate
J. Michael Bailey
Terry & Marie Bailey
David & Jan Bailly
Robert D. Bain
Joe & Wilma Baker
Dr. Benjamin & Ardelle Bakkegard
Dewey & Borgie Balch
Robert W. Baldwin Estate
Katherine M. Bangsund
Thomas & Kitty Barger
Todd & Lisa Barnes
Dr. Philip & Sandra Barney
Lynn C. Jorgenson Barnhart
Margaret L. Barr Estate
Aldene A. Barrington
Dianne P. Barry
Dean & Susan Barsness
Charles W. Bartholomew Estate
Bard & Nicki Baukol
Frank & Joanne Bavendick
Emil & Margaret Baxstrom
Barbara G. Beach
David & Jean Beach
Ruth Beagarie
Leonard Beal
Eugene & Muriel Becken
Dean & Jamie Beckstead
Garfield & Sanae Beckstead
Carolyn & Mike Becraft
Orma A. Bedzis
Patricia A. Beithon
Tim Belmore
Dr. Ed & Marjean Bender
Robert & Joan Bender
Ethel T. Bendixen
Oliver L. Benediktson
George & Lois Benner
Orville J. Berg
Edwin J. Berge Estate
Donald O. Bergquist
Edward & Eileen Bernhoft
Donald Bertheuson
Helen L. Besse
Tom & Robin Biel
Bruce O. Bjerkaas
Col. Carlton L. Bjerkaas (RET) & Linda Bjerkaas
Marilyn A. Bjerke
Orvald J. Bjerken Estate
Marlyn & DaLonna Bjorge
Adeline M. Bjork (Hoge) Estate
Bill & Miff Blair
Drs. Julie & David Blehm
LaVonne Blikre in Memory of Dr. Clair T. Blikre
Jim & Twylah Blotsky
Raymond & Billie Jean Blum
Chris & Ashley Blume
Fred & Albena Blumhardt Estate
Karen M. Bohn & Gary M. Surdel
Erling M. Bolstad
Mona Barrie Bolton Estate
Roger Borg
Irene Bostrom Estate
Ray & Shirley Bostrom
Daniel C. & Bette C. Boteler
Jane Bourassa in Memory of Wilbur O. Bourassa
Grace Ellis Bowen
Dr. Lowell & Muriel Boyum
Dr. L. Eugene & Kathryn Bradfield
Joyce E. Braithwait Estate
Harriet M. Brandow (Anderson)
Jacob K. Brandt
Kathleen M. Branley Estate
Victoria Braund, M.D. & Michael Mercury, Ph.D.
John & Diane Brawley
Harold & Helen Breeding Estate
Roger & Darleen Breezley
Duane & Mary Jane Breitling
Charles J. Breitwieser
Alice & David Brekke
Chad & Catherine Brekke
Ordean & Wilhelmina Brekke
Steven & Desilee Brekke
Ross & Emily Brenneman
Elsa W. Brenner Estate
Gary Bridgeford
Kristi & Rick Brindle
Dr. James L. Brinkman & Cecelia R. Brinkman
Derrel & Anne Britsch
Dr. Bridget Brooks & Jody Little
Robert & Cassie Brostrom
Bill & Ruth Brown
David A. Brown
Dr. Glenn & Harriet Brown
Larry Brown & Vaughn Malm Brown
Dr. A. Wayne & Judith Bruce
Dr. Mary P. Bryngelson
Mary Alice Buchanan
Lyle F. Buchwitz
Robert & Frances Buckingham
Jesse & Lee Bull
Merle & Anita Bunde
Alan & Jill Burchill
Audrey & Russ Burfening
Ruth M. Burgh Estate
Rick & Jody Burgum
Steve L. Burian
Ruth Burrage
Lyn J. Burton
Dorothy E. Busch
Robert A. & Lorraine Busch
James H. Bushaw
Ed & Olive Bushby
Dean & Michelle Bushee
Linda & Alan Butts
Carl & Wanda Bye
Cord & Jean Bye
Dr. Gwen J. Bymers
John & Mary Bywater
Dorothy Upham Call
Jessie P. Campbell Estate
Madelyne Camrud in Memory of Ted Camrud
Dr. William & Norma Cape
Leonard S. Carlisle
DeAnna Carlson Zink & Wayne Zink
Dr. John L. & Ruth Carter
Margaret Carter Estate
Elizabeth Gaulke Cary
Gregg & Darcy Cascaes
Donald & Georgine Casement
Bob & Pat Higgins Caudel
Adolph & Betty Cervenka
Virginia W. Cheng, M.D.
Jill & Steve Cholewa
Dr. Steffen & Janice Christensen
Laura Christianson
Paul B. Christianson, M.D.
Carla J. Christofferson
Twyla I. Chun
Jean M. Clark
Dr. Rodney & Carol Clark
T. Michael Clarke
Richard D. Clay
Dr. Maurine Clow
Dr. Dale & Penny Cody
Corey & Joyce Colehour
Candace A. Christianson & Christopher J. Conley
Ireton & Marie Connelly Estate
Ruth Connors
Dr. Paul & Helen Cook
Ernie & Jennie Coon
Harold & Emma Coop
Dorian "Pete" H. Cordes, M.D.
Margaret Heyse Cory
Dr. Clifford "Kip" A. Cranna, Jr.
Helen Crawford
Dr. Francine Cronshaw & Russell Selleck
Patricia F. Crow Estate
Joyce I. Reintjes Crowder & BrianPaul Klein Crowder
Dr. Thomas & Nancy Cruden
Dr. Jean W. Currey
Bob & Jean Dahl
Eugene Dahl in Memory of Evelyn Dahl
Helen A. Dahl
Thomas & Ardys Dahl
Ervin & Drusilla Dahlund
Lucy A. Dalglish
Dr. John H. & Carlyn Dalness
Drs. Haldean & Bonnie Dalzell
Russell Danforth Estate
Roy & Elnora H. Danley Estate
Janice & Clifford d'Autremont
John B. Davenport
Tim & Maxine Davies
David E. Davis Estate
John & Marilyn Davis
W. Jeremy & Jacqueline Davis
Charles E. DeKaye
John A. DeKrey, M.D.
Roger L. & Agnes C. Dell Charitable Trust II
William & Jane Denk
Ralph G. Devlin
Dorothy M. Diakoff
Judith R. Dickinson Estate
Patricia & John Diehl
Lori L. Dietrich & Steven J. Piazza
Andrea Dillenburg
Deborah (Davidson) Dirks
Rod Dockter
Jeff & Jodi Dodson
Darrell & Kathryn Dorgan
Dave Dornacker & Jody Spencer
Wayne A. Drugan, Jr. Estate
Harriet A. Drummond
Mary Elizabeth Wiltrout Dryden Estate
Virginia & Paul DuBowy
Dan & Andrea Dufner
Dwain E. Duis
Bob & Vivian Dunbar
Dave Duncan
Jane E. Duncan
Jerome & Anne Dunlevy
Dr. Ralph & Bernadette Dunnigan Estate
Jeanne Morrow Dye
Mary Jo & Rick Eastes
Richard & Kathy Ebel
Lynne Stenehjem Ebner
Sara Edel & Diane Reinking
Ruth Sorlie Edick Estate
Robert G. Edkins, M.D.
Louise Edwards
Tom & Jackie Edwards
William H. Eelkema, M.D.
Theodore Effos
Robert W. Ego
Donald J. Ehreth
Donald L. Eide
Eric Eknes
Charlotte & Wallace Elefson
Joe "Buzz" & Bev Elliott
Elmer & Ruth Ellis
Leeland T. Engelhorn
David & Judy Engen
Thomas R. & Beverly Engen
Bob Erickson & Claire Fallon
Rev. Dr. Doug & Joan Erickson
Jan M. Erickson
Dr. Nels J. Erickson
Dr. John & Betty Ericson
Lisa L. Eriksmoen
John F. Ermer
Julia Ernst & Richard Clement
Debbie Evenson
Dr. Lloyd & Jacquelyn Everson
Vera Facey
Helen Baird Fait
Fritz O. Falgren
Winnifred T. Falkanger Estate
John & Evelyn Fallon
Perry & Diane Fast
Dr. Robert & Margaret Fawcett
Bob & Patricia Feidler
Dr. James & Janice Feist
Bernie & Sue Feland
Louise S. Ferguson
Dr. Clayton & Dorothy Ferry
Kevin M. Fickenscher, M.D.
Jean R. Fields Estate
Jim & Louise Fingarson
Dennis & Muriel Finken
Dr. C. Peter & Beverly Fischer
John R. Fischer, M.D.
Dr. Verrill & Ruth Ann Fischer
Lloyd & Ruth Flem
A. Irene Fletcher Estate
Mark & Cindy Fliginger
Don & Myra Flint
Robert & LaVerne Florance
Hilda C. Flynn
Dr. Elton & Patricia Fors
Mark B. Foss
Dennis H. Fossum
Eleanor Stratte Foster
Henrietta
Capt.
Dr.
David
Dr.
Shirley Goodwin
David & Jane Gordon
Benedict F. & Dorothy J. Gorecki
Dr. John & Mary Graham
Arlene H. Gran
Michael Grandall
Glen & Janice Gransberg
Clara Graving
Alan & Clara Gray Estate
John "Jack" & Ellen Gray
Dr. John Gray & Karen Schmidt-Gray
Kelly M. Bye Greenlees
Bernadine Greenwood
Dave & Sandy Gregory
Leonard Griffin in Memory of Blanche Griffin
Jacquelyn & Patrick Grinde
Mary J. Groebner
Alice Geneva Loe Groll
Clifford C. Grosz
Coleen Shaner Bacon Grosz
Clayton & Evelyn Grove
Dorothy C. Grovom
H. Leonard & LaVerne Gryte
Salvator & Ava Guerrera
Beulah-Rom Gullekson
Lillian Gullekson
Dave & Jane Gunther
Robert D. & Karen J. Gusaas
Lt. Col. Ben Gustafson RET
Glen & Marilyn Gustafson
John & Carol Gutenkunst
Bill & Marilyn Guy
Joe & Joyann Guzek
James F. & Connie L. Haakenson
Tim & Joey Haas
Dale & Sue Hadland
Jean K. Hafer
Paul C. & Lee Hagen
Dr. Lyle & Susan Hall
Richard & Helen McLean Hall Estate
George S. Hallenbeck, M.D.
Ken C. Halliday
Fleurette Halpern Estate
James V. Halteman
Dr. Dalton D. Halverson Estate
Dr. Paul & Mary Hamann
Dr. Gerald & Agnes Hamerlik
Tom & Carolyn Hamilton
Adelaide M. Hamre
Laurie B. Hamre & Lisa M. Mueller
Dr. Robert & Florita Hankins
Jewell L. Hanna
David L. Hanson
Edwin W. Hanson
Roy A. Hanson
Ada McLellan Haraldson in Memory of Adrian McLellan
Adeline C. Hartl
M. Brian Hartz, M.D.
Donna Hastings & Dr. Jonathan Geiger
Ruth Eastman Hastings
Randy & Laurie Hatzenbuhler
Arnold & Marjorie Haugen
Bernard & Jean Haugen Estate
Carl & Zoila Haugen
Fern C. Haugen in Honor & Memory of Clifford O. Haugen, M.D.
Robert & Colleen Hauser
Henry & Lilah Havig
Elsie & Abraham Haykel
Thomas & Joanne Heck
Dr. Robert & Jane Heen
Kenneth S. Helenbolt, M.D.
Dr. Ramon & Lee Henkel
Dr. John R. & Nancy Henneford
Jim & Michelle Henrichsen
Dr. Gordon & Patricia Henry
Richard & Lynn Hentges
Dr. Norman & Charmaine Hepper
Dr. Cliff A. & Christine Herman
Thomas & Beverly Herman
Henry & Judee Herr
Shane Hersch
J. Paul Herzig
Robert & Phyllis Hess
Mary Elizabeth Hetherington
Elaine L. Hetland
Carol & Lawrence Hill
Dennis A. Hill
Ellen I. Hill Estate
Vern L. & Eunice O. Hill
Carol & John Hinz Estate
Sally Denk Hoey
Agatha D. Hoff
Nancy K. Hoff
Janice & Frank Hoffarth
Wesley Hoffman Estate
John J. Hogan
Sherman E. Hoganson
Thomas J. Hoganson
Martha M. Hoghaug Glasoe Estate
Ivan C. Holbrook Estate
F. D., Jr. & Margine Holland
Grace Hollett
Kenneth Holmes Estate
Judge Alfred O. Holte
Dean & JoAnn Hornbacher
Dr. L. Michael & M. Michela Howell
Delmar M. Hugger
John L. & Elizabeth Hulteng
K. David Hulteng
E. Karen Hunt
Gerald W. Hunt
Kenneth Hyslop Estate
Ruth Ellen Ihde
Dr. Gail C. Ingwalson
Larry & Ruth Isaak
Michael
Kay
Mike
Dorothy
Genevieve
Dr.
David
John
Lu
Karn
Clifford
Erwin
Iner
Larry
Lyle
Lynn
Drs.
Lyda
Gail
Winnifred
Dr.
Eunice
Robert
Albert C.
Evans J. Karpenko in Memory of Fran Karpenko
Lyle & Kathleen Kasprick
Julia I. Keegan
Maybelle Keller
Dr. Ellin M. Kelly
Milton & Sybil Kelly
Dr. Walter & Phyllis Kelsch
Chris & Nan Kennelly
Harris & Ardyth Kenner
Maximilian C. Kern, M.D.
James & Elizabeth Kertz
Theodore F. & Dee Kessel
Theodore & Barbara Kessel
Kathie & Kevin Kiefer
Ragna Kilian
Carolyn J. King
Gay Gidley King
Jesse & Tamara Kirchmeier
Arnold & Nettie Kirkness
Earl & Elinor Kitchen Estate
Torval & Hilda Kittelson Estate
Ronald K. Kjos, M.D.
Charles Klein
Arnold & Helen Klick
Elmer W. & Evelyn A. Klipstein
Estate
Janet, James and Peter Klosterman in Memory of Annette Klosterman
James R. Knudson
Mary Lou J. Kojancik Estate
Dorothy C. Kolberg Estate
Axel & Agnes Kongslie Estate
Mark & Priscilla Kovar
Herman Kovnick
Dr. Arthur & Ann Kracke
Dr. Eugene & Carole Kralicek
Barb M. Kramer
The Estates of Robert & Elizabeth Kratt
Ronald Kreienkamp
Karen & Randy Kreil
Dr. Timothy J. Kroeger
Ralph & Eleanor Krogfoss
Lorance T. Krogstad, M.D.
Faith D. Krueger
Margaret (Peggy Paupst) Kruta Estate
Arnold D. & Susan R. Kuhn
Pete & Eunice Kuhn
Louie & Dorothy Kulas
William & Marcella Kunkel Estate
Dr. Charles & Adele Kupchella
Dr. Robert & Charlene Kyle
Ruth Kyle
Fred & Joyce Laborde
David Lambeth & Cecilia Volden
Sharon J. Lambeth
Ora & Carol Lampman
Bob & Pat Lander
Ed & Barb Lander
John & Alesia Langer
R. Doug & Sally Larsen
Dr. Donald & Joyce Larson
Lillian & Paul Larson
Milton & Marvine Larson
Paul & Annie Larson
Linda J. Laskowski
Vernese Feldman Lathrop
Dr. Suzanne Laudert & Robert Stremick
Dr. Stefan & Sue Laxdal
Robert T. Layman
Luverne & Maxine Lazier
Howard & Geraldine Lee
Sen. Judy & Duane Lee
Justen Lee
Paula H. Lee in Memory of Randy H. Lee
Rick & Lori Lee
Gunder & Ruth Legvold
Ralph & Rosemary Leidholdt
Bill Leier & Teri Brackenbury Leier
Mary Lee & Keith Leikas
Donald & Edith Lenarz
Vincent & Phoebe Leo
Kraig S. Lerud, M.D.
Ingeborg Lerum
Dr. Leonard & The Honorable Beryl Levine
Dale & Paulette Lian
Dr. Chien-Wei & Kam-Wei Liao
Cory R. Lien
Dr. Ronald L. & Rebecca Lien
Dr. Amy I. Lind
Erik G. Lips
Bruce K. Listoe
Barbara A. (Grabanski) & Arnold E. Lizakowski
Dean & Marian Locken
Peter J. Lockrem & Emily Jane Lockrem
Cynthia R. Long
William C. & Frances Lontz
Dr. Frank N. Low
Robert Jame Lowe
Lynn D. W. Luckow
Dr. Anthony J. & Junieve Lund
Harald & Gay Lund
Terry & Suzanne Lundberg
Jeremy S. Lunde
Col. Herbert & Muzette N. Lux
Klonda Lynn
Karen Lynner Estate
Archie & Neva MacMaster
David & Mary MacMillan
Philip & Adelaide MacMillan
William & Alice MacMillan
Norman S. MacPhee
Norman & Floy Ann MacPhee Lois & Fred Madsen
Drs. Tom Magill & Sarah McCullough
Richard J. Maginn, M.D.
Dr. Jim & Yvonne Mahoney
Bernardine M. Mahowald, M.D.
Michael G. Maitino
Don
Bill
Jack G. Marcil
Dave & Mary Maring
Gary & Jane Marsden
Floyd
Janet M. Marwin Estate
Solveig P. Matlock
Margaret S. Matthews
Steven R. Mattson, M.D.
Lori A. Maurer
Margery A. McCanna
Dr. John & Shirley McCarty
Margot de Bruyn Kops McClintock
Robert & Bernadine McConn
Spencer C. McCrae, M.D.
Mildred McDermott/ T. Lloyd Kelly Foundation
Inez L. McDonald in Memory of William F. McDonald
Elaine R. McGrath
Dorothy (Nelson) McGregor Estate
Joseph McIntee Estate
Jim & JoAnn McKay
John S. McKechnie Rodney B. McKinney
Ellen R. & George D. McKinnon
Mac & Janet McSparron
Robert & Linda Medhus
Terri L. Medhus McLean
Ben & Clara Meier
Roger W. Melvold
Dr. Donald & Marjorie Meredith
Dr. Lois J. Merrill
Robert H. Meyers
Daniel P. Michelsen Estate
Dr. Leonhard P. Mickelsen
Carol & Robert Middleton
Dave & Patti Miedema
Fritz Mikkelson Family
Fritz & Verona Mikkelson Family
John & Cindy (Buck) Miklesh
W. Dyce & Esther Millard
Mike Miller
Brian Milne
Roger L. & Glenda Minerman
Russell & Evelyn Mlinar
Sandra A. Modisett
Erik G. Moe
Marguerite Camilla Moe Estate
Stanley & Doris Moe
Denis E. Moen
Dale R. Monsebroten
Martha S. Monson Estate
Ina C. Montgomery
Darrell & Kay Moon
Loren & Heloise Moore Estate
Mildred S. Moore in Memory of Herbert E. Moore
Stephen L. Morgan
Dr. William & Ida Morris
Dale & Barbara Morrison
J. Roger Morrison
Marvin & Diane Morrison
Howard & Johnnie Moum Estate
Denise & Kenneth Mullen
Larry R. Mullins
Joan D. Multhaup
Douglas C. & Laura Munski
Dr. James & Barbara Murphy
John R. Muus
Eugene E. & Florence H. Myers Estate
Mary F. Myers Estate
Joe K. Neel, Jr.
Beverly J. Nelson
Chester E. Nelson, Jr.
Jane S. Nelson
Jim & Neel Nelson
Lloyd S. Nelson
Mary Stephens Nelson
Wilford & Biona Nelson
Joseph F. Nemec
Jay D. & Jennifer L. Neppel
Dr. Joel K. Ness
Harold M. Nessett
Thomas G. Netcher
Arlys J. Netland
Frank Neukamp, M.D.
Robert W. Neville
Corby & Mary Newman
William V. Nicklawsky
Beth M. Nienow
Daniel & JoEmily Nieuwsma
Lucille M. Nilson Estate
Dr. Inger Lise Nissen & Dr. Albert Liebman
Colleen & Werner G. Nistler, Jr. on behalf of the Nistler Family
Harvey & Melanie Noteboom
Angela S. O'Brien
Tim & Becky O'Keefe
Dr. Bernard & Marcia O'Kelly
Diane Odegard
Lewis H. Oehlert Estate
Ronald & Karen Offutt
Lee D. & Marlene Okeson
Dr. Richard A. & Ann Olafson
Robert M. Olafson
Dorothy Krug Oliphant
B. Dianne Olson Estate in Memory of Terence D. Olson
Janet F. Olson
John D. Olson, M.D. O. Henning & Jeanne Olson Estate
Philip J. Olson
Drs. Thomas & Sandra Olson
A. E. "Dutch" & Virginia Omdahl
Roger A. & Annette Ophaug
Roger & Mona Ophus
Margaret O. Oros
Curtis & Dorothy Orr
Chuck & Bonnie Orvik
Bryan & Stephanie Oscarson
Fred & Sigrid Ott
Alpha J. Ottis Estate
Dr. Ella Jane & Herbert Oyer
Varner & Diane Paddack
John W. Padden
Robert & Kathleen Page
Sally J. Page
Linda & Mark Pancratz
Wayne & Christi Rae Papke
John M. Parr
B. Brian Parrish, M.D. in Memory of Thomas R. Whelan, Ph.D.
Laura A. Parsons
Scott W. Patterson
Tom & Dorothy Paulson
Curtis R. Paxman, M.D.
Bob & Jeanine Peabody
Garry Pearson & Rose Mary Kitzan
Robert & Shirley Pederson
Col. Clark R. Penas, RET
Dr. John S. Penn Estate
Dr. Timothy J. Pennings
Dr. Vito & T. Carmel Perrone
George & Ruth Perrott
Susan L. Peters Estate
Robert & Peggy Petersen
Glen & Diana Peterson
Patti & Doug Peterson
Robert & LaVonne Peterson
Dr. Ross & DonnaLee Pettit
Fernanda & Steven Philbrick
Duane G. Philis
Peter A. Pifer
Roger & Elsie Pitsenbarger
Thomas & Nancy Plante
Frederick D. "Fritz" Pollard Estate
Stella Pollock
James & Nicole Poolman
Dr. Bruce A. Porter & Sharon Vaughn
Michael & Ann Porter
Rev. Gerald L. Potter Estate
W. Brian & Susan Poykko
Loretta L. Prather
Webster Pullen Estate
William & Karmen Purcell
Al & Dorothy Purdon
Ada B. Raab
John & Darleen Rader
Marjorie A. Tegtmeier-Radi
Ruth H. Ralph
James & Jane Ramsland
Odin & Vivian Ramsland
Ruth A. Rand Estate
Laraine L. & Steven E. Rank
Darold & Lyla Rath
Dr. Robert & Meryl Ray
Tamar C. Read
Dana M. Rebelein
Dr. Linda L. Redmann Estate
Ken & LuAnn Regan
Lucille Reilly Estate
Robert J. Reinertson
Eldon H. Reinke
Donald & Ruth Reinoehl
Greg Reisenauer
Dr. Richard & Mary Render
Vince & Dr. Lili Repesh
Harold E. Resinger, M.D.
Scott T. Rex
Grace Osborne Rhonemus
William G. Rice
Clifford D. Richards
Billie A. & Lloyde Richmond
Elwood P. Richmond
William, Jr. & Blanca Richmond
Col. Kyle & Maija Riedel
James Rinde Family
Lena B. Ritchie
Joan M. Roberts Estate
Robert E. Roberts Estate
Frances L. Robertson
M. James & Margie Robertson
Pamela & Kenneth Robertson
Dave & Marisa Robinson
Dr. Gordon & Virginia Robinson
Karen R. Robinson
Stephen W. Robinson, Ph.D.
James F. Rodde
Roberta Roesler & Diane Dickman
Lt. Col. Kathryn A. Rogenes, RET
Bradley & Karen Rohde
Larry H. Roles
Karleen M. Rosaaen
Jack J. Rosenstein, M.D.
Jesse Rosoff in Memory of Sylvia (Wolpert) Rosoff
Dr. Robert & Julie Roswick
Egbert P. Rotnem
John Rouzie Estate
Dale W. Rowe
Dave & Doreen Rubin/Wendy's
Ralph & Carol Rudrud
Elvira M. Ruettell Estate
Rosa Ruger Estate
Glenna Rundell
Ray & Joan Russell
Robert & Betty Rust
Robert & Joan Ruud Estate
Arthur & Mary Saastad
Darrel G. Sackman
Gordon Salness, M.D.
William H. Saltzman
Dr. Jack B. Sampson
Albert & Carol Samuelson
Marvin Sanders Estate
Mary Ellen Sandlie
Catherine Sandt Estate
Bertha & Anna Sather Estate
William G. Saumur
Adeline Scheuneman
Naomi C. Schindele
Myrtle Peterson Schmidt
Ronald & Irene Schmidt
John & Leone Schmitz
Dr. Mark & Lori Schneider
Susan F. & Dennis A. Schneider
Vernon J. Schreiner
E. Dean & David M. Schroeder Trust
E. Dean & Karen L. Schroeder Trust
George & Arline Schubert
Harry & Bernice Schwenke
Archie & Alpha Scott
McDonald Watson Scott Estate
Francis & Edith Sears Estate
Dr. Thomas M.
& Mary J. (Langlie) Seaworth
Emil A. Seeger
Clifford & Lenora Seglem
Jim & Nancy Seifert
Betty Breakey Senechal
Dave & Karen Senger
Sheri A. Senne
Dr. Thomas & Shirley Setter
Terry & Diane Severson
Otilda Shadensack
Gary L. Shantz
Gregory Shega & Amy Weber
Dean S. Shingler Estate
Dr. Mark Siegel
Dr. Donald & Ingrid Simonson
Elizabeth T. Simpson Estate
Norman E. Skabo
Donald E. Skjei, MD
Arlene B. Skjervem Estate
Howard M. Skjervem Estate
Gerald M. & Marilyn B. Skogley
V. Blanche Slagerman, M.D.
Harold F. Smith
Harold & Helen Smith
John E. Smith Estate
Larry A. Smith, M.D. & Claudine Smith
Lois E. Kent Smith
Rolfe E. Sobolik
M. Duane Sommerness, M.D. & Marge Sommerness
Marc & Merry Sondreal
Betty S. M. Soo, M.D.
Delmar R. Sormula
A.M. & Elizabeth Souby
Floyd B. Sperry
Dr. Dennis U. Spjut
Kevin L. Spooner
Anne Sprague
Leo & Jean St. Michel
John C. Staley
Alice Steinbach & Albert L. Steinbach, M.D.
Edith Steinbach Estate
Lyle C. Steinmeier
Margaret M. Stellon
Richard & Belle Stern
Cameron R. Stewart Estate
John & Jodi Stewart
Margaret & Frank Stinchfield Foundation
Curtis W. Stofferahn
Ardell Stone
Ethel M. Stone Estate
Paul J. Storsteen
A. Thomas Strand in Memory of
Mary Flemington Strand & Albert Engebret C. Strand
Bryce & June Streibel
Keith & Jo Streyle
Dr. Dean & Catheleen Strinden
Earl & Jan Strinden
Michael & Susan Stromberg
Jon A. Study
Catherine & Richard Sturtevant
Ray & Edyth Sullivan
C. Francis Swanke
Helen M. Swanson
Calvin L. "Bud" Swedlund Estate
Maurice F. Sweeney
Harriet M. Sweetland
Dr. Marian E. Swendseid
Ken & Frances Swenson
Lowell & Marge Swenson
Sigurd & Evelyn Swenson
Walt & Norma Swingen
Helen O. Szepelak Estate
Ronald & Josephine Taillon Estate
Dr. George & Rosalie Talbert
Jan N. Tangdelius
Dr. Ralph & Phyllis Tarnasky
M. Genevieve Taylor
Dr. William & Jeanne Taylor
Cherie Templeton
The Estates of Mildred Thelin & Gustaf Thelin
Douglas & Bonnie Theroux
Todd R. Thomas
DeeAnn L. Thompson
Era Bell Thompson
Larry D. Thompson
Roger S. Thompson, M.D. Estate Frederick "Pinky" Thomson
Adolph Thorson Estate
Marvin A. Thorson Estate
Greg & Cindy Thrall
Horace & Marjory Thue
Norman W. Timmins
Tim & Cassie Tinius
Kathryn Horway Tiongson & Dr. Genaro I. Tiongson
Ruth B. Titus Estate
Jerry & Marie Topp
Thomas M. Torgerson, M.D.
Leo & Margaret Toussaint
Ken & Gloria Towers
Alyce Travers
Dr. Mack & Rita Traynor
Dr. Jody & Robert Treuer
Betty J. Undeberg Tritten
Faye Troyer Estate
Constance Tuntland in Memory of Mervin Tuntland
Steve & Robin Turner
Warren & Betty Twietmeyer
Wayne L. Twito
Raymond E. Tyvand, M.D. Estate
Kathryn E. Uhrich & Jeffrey D. Holmes
Adolph Ulland
Edna Ullyot Estate
Lloyd C. Underdahl Estate
Arturo F. Urrutia
Adrian H. Vaaler
Adrian J. & Treva Vaksvik
Jerry & Carolyn Van Eeckhout
Carolyn Van Mackelberg & Brad Belluk, M.D.
Chester & Betty Van Raden
Anna E. Van Voorhis in Memory of Robert Van Voorhis
Dr. John N. & Linda Youngs in Memory of Nelson A. Youngs & Dr. Philip Furman
Joseph & Roberta Zahradka
Michael & Vicki Zaun
Rudolph E. Ziegler
Dr. Helene L. Zimmerman
LeAnn Zimmerman
Larry J. Zine
Dr. James J. Zwarych
Pifer’s
Kevin Pifer • UND Alumni - Class ‘81
Since its inception 25 years ago, Pifer’s Auctioneers has evolved into a national powerhouse in the farmland auction sector with $3 billion in sales and managing nearly 230,000 acres of farmland. Annually, Land Report Magazine consistently ranks Pifer’s as “One of the top land auction companies in America.” What’s more, Pifer’s has given back to the communities it serves, helping non-profits raise millions of dollars annually through charitable auctions.
Jack Pifer • UND Alumni - Class ‘21
A fifth-generation North Dakotan, Jack Pifer grew up in the auction business as a land management intern during his summers at UND and getting his Real Estate License and FAA Drone Pilot’s License while attending UND. A natural leader, Jack is involved in the daily management of the company while actively representing clients in the selling of their land and equipment.
Bob Pifer • Serving the Grand Forks
The hallmark of Bob Pifer’s success has been his innate focus on client satisfaction. Nobody does it better. With headquarters in Grand Forks, ND, Bob manages Pifer’s northeastern North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota operations and is the designated broker for Pifer’s in Wisconsin and Arizona.
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