Your Impact Archive

UND is shaping how humans will explore, live, and work off-world. Learn about our contributions to 3D-printed spacesuits, space agriculture, and more.

Elizabeth Howell, ’12, ’19, has spent two decades telling the story of space, with Canada always at the heart of her mission.

Daniel and JoEmily Nieuwsma met through a video dating service 35 years ago and bonded over their shared interest in space. Today, they leave a legacy as one of the only donors to support scholarships for UND’s Space Studies program.

Forever UND: The Campaign for the University of North Dakota meets fundraising goal and sets sights higher.

Accounting alumna’s battle with cancer inspires friends to start a scholarship fund in her memory.

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.

UND’s first baseball diamond was named after him. Nearly two decades later, so was the University’s fieldhouse. Ken Hyslop’s legacy of generosity continues to shape UND Athletics as one of UND’s top benefactors and namesakes.

Geology Professor Dr. Doug Munski’s care for students is evident in his teaching and giving.

UND alumna Dr. Karen (Brekke) Hoelzer Vilcinskas splits legacy gift to benefit two universities that shaped her career.

Couple creates LGBTQ+ Endowment to build a legacy of inclusivity and connection.

Angie and Russ Freeman help create the confidence-building style of the Freeman Professional Closet.

The Champions Club is the largest private annual gift revenue source for UND Athletics. Over 3,600 members give generously to support our student-athletes, with the bulk of its fund going directly to scholarships.

UND graduate who excelled in track and field starts two successful companies and gives back.

Sally Hoey is not an alumna of the University of North Dakota and has no relatives in the state. But her father's love for his family farm in Sargent County and UND led her back to his roots for a planned gift.

UND Soccer star is achieving her goals in competition, medicine, and community service.

Alumni and friends of the University of North Dakota gave a record $100.5 million in donations during the fiscal year that ended June 30, 2024.The fundraising record was announced at the annual State of the UND Alumni Association & Foundation Address on Tuesday, August 27.

UND School of Medicine and Health Sciences Dean Joshua Wynne offers advice for staying healthy.

The Norman & Ann Hoffman Family Foundation provides a large gift that will help build a new STEM facility for collaborative learning and research.

UND Softball student-athlete serves as a Campus Captain to spread mental health awareness among her peers.

Lori (Barsness) Maurer’s roots run deep at the University of North Dakota. Ten years ago, she created a scholarship to benefit UND student-athletes and recently renewed her gift as the account grew.

Dan and Jolene Mikkelson of Grand Forks have made a $5 million gift to fund scholarships at their alma mater, the University of North Dakota. The gift will fund student scholarships.

Dr. Robert A. Kyle, ’48, made his first gift to the University of North Dakota in April 1962 and has become one of the longest living benefactors in the University's history at 62 years.

UND Volleyball student-athlete is excelling in the classroom while setting records on the hardwood.

Esports is one the fastest-growing industries in the world, and UND is playing a clutch role in North Dakota, launching the state’s first esports undergraduate degree in the fall of 2022.

Out-of-state student overcomes financial challenges in pursuit of higher education.

Kathy & Hal Gershman's commitment to preserving history and graduate education at the University of North Dakota promotes continued learning for future generation of UND students.

Alumni in Legacy Society contribute early to their testamentary endowments to see immediate impact on LGBTQ+ students or enrolled members of federally recognized Native American Tribes

Program supported by Clifford Circle member Chord Energy creates pathways for American Indian students at UND’s College of Nursing & Professional Disciplines.

UND professor who leads high-profile defense project demonstrates how giving can fuel discovery.

Alumna’s gift provides realistic simulators for future nurses.

The UND Chapter of the Alpha Chi Omega Sorority donates thousands of dollars every year to the Grand Forks-based Community Violence Intervention Center (CVIC).

Memorial initiative spreads holiday joy to local families in honor of a special UND football fan.

The Pancratz Career Development Center, made possible by UND alum Linda Pancratz, offers real-world advice for real-world success.

UND records strongest enrollment growth in a decade, bucking national trends and making us the largest public university in the Dakotas.

Alexa and Dave Albrecht are not alums of the University of North Dakota, but that didn’t stop them from gifting a softball stadium because their daughter Jackie is an aviation and softball student-athlete.

UND alum creates endowment to honor his late mother-in-law, an early education pioneer.

Norwegian track & field student-athlete continues to build on her international accolades.

Midco Sports partnership brings increased scholarship funding for student-athletes, Champions Club support, and a special homecoming for a UND alum.

NGPA scholarship eases financial burden for LGBTQ+ students

A unique family of donors honors the memory of a loved one by helping UND medical students overcome one of the biggest financial obstacles.

A family legacy in beekeeping allows a longtime UND Hockey fan to support student-athletes and enjoy a sweet view while doing it.

Dr. Virginia Clinton-Lisell researches how students can improve reading from a screen and learn better using digital devices.

Men's basketball student-athlete reflects on a family legacy that led him to UND.

In honor of Edward George Showers and Marjorie (Miller) Showers, Susan and Terrence Mulligan established a $50,000 endowment to aid UND football student-athletes.

Terry Severson, ’65, and Mike Lodoen, ’65, are supporting their alma mater’s faculty by endowing several faculty positions.

UND alum leverages his leadership skills to show students the value of gaining experience outside of the classroom.

A smalltown girl from Grafton, N.D., Lyn Burton, ’70, says one of her first international experiences was in high school when she befriended a foreign exchange student from Costa Rica.

Engineering student-athlete uses her knowledge to create water purification systems across the world.

21 years after the Ralph Engelstad Arena opened its doors, the Engelstad Foundation continues to make a difference at UND and far beyond.

Fond memories of UND Football inspire former player to help the program reach the next level.