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UND Alumni Magazine

100 Years, One Story

In this special anniversary issue, we look back at the voices, moments, and memories that have shaped the University of North Dakota family — with the knowledge that more stories are still to come..

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Alumni in Action

More Alumni in Action
Signed, Sealed, and Still Connected

At 60 years strong, the Pi Beta Phi newsletter builds ties that last.

3 min read
A Heart for UND

Sharon Rezac Andersen, longtime UND International Center director, receives the UND Spirit Award for her "uncommon dedication" to the University of North Dakota.

2 min read
Forged in the Forks

Artist and innovator Dave Badman, '88, brings creative energy to Grand Forks.

5 min read
A Road to Remedy

Casey Opstad captures the rhythm of life across North Dakota through his 31-panel installation at Altru Hospital.

7 min read
From Prison Programs to Prairie Stages

Curt Tofteland brings Shakespeare full circle in his return to North Dakota.

5 min read
Performance with Purpose

Through drag, Sarah Galbraith, ’12, creates space for expression and belonging.

3 min read

Your Impact

More Stories of Impact
Turning the Page at Chester Fritz Library

A people-first vision for UND’s Chester Fritz Library is impacted through extraordinary information resources, space, technology, and services.

4 min read
Home-Grown Leadership

Sam Strandell embraces his UND roots — earning captain status on the football team, completing his degree early, and giving back to the community he calls home.

2 min read
Honoring a Super Superintendent

The Schroeder family honors Grand Forks Superintendent Elroy H. Schroeder by supporting UND students through endowments that continue his lifelong mission to elevate education.

3 min
Digitizing a Century

Discover how UND students and staff brought 100 years of Alumni Magazine history online — uncovering family ties, forgotten stories, and a searchable legacy for generations.

3 min read
A Shared Orbit

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.

2 min read
Through Grant's Eyes

After Grant Dosser's tragic passing, his parents created a UND scholarship to honor his creative spirit and help future artists achieve their dreams.

3 min read