Your Legacy, Our Future
The people, traditions, and generosity shaping UND’s past, present, and future.
As we enter the final year of Forever UND: The Campaign for the University of North Dakota, the UND Alumni Association & Foundation is reflecting on the many legacies that have shaped our past — and continue to define our future.
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Message to Alumni
Because You Give
“Legacy” is more than a word; it’s a promise.
At the UND Alumni Association & Foundation, we see that promise fulfilled every day through the generosity of alumni and friends who believe in the power of a UND degree.
Albert Einstein famously said, “Only a life lived for others is a life worthwhile.” That spirit defines the donors who invest in scholarships, faculty endowments, and campus learning spaces. One gift can change a life by opening doors for a student to pursue their dream of a UND degree or ensuring a professor can inspire hundreds each year. These acts of giving are not transactions; they are legacies that transform our campus and strengthen our community.
Walk across UND’s campus and you’ll see the impact of philanthropy everywhere — in new buildings, innovative classrooms, and a record number of students. These are tangible reminders of those who came before us, modeling a love for UND that endures. And as students benefit from these gifts, they too learn what it means to give back, ensuring the cycle continues.
That spirit of generosity reached new heights in 2025, as we set a fundraising record of $119.9 million! I can’t begin to express how thankful I am for every one of our 11,294 donors who helped us reach that amazing total! You are all proof that our alumni and friends are deeply committed to shaping UND’s future. Every donor, every gift, every act of generosity writes the next chapter of UND’s story.
Together, we continue to nourish this community and build upon this legacy.
Sincerely,
DeAnna Carlson Zink
CEO, UND Alumni Association & Foundation
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