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Social (wood)Worker
Ever since Kelsi O’Keefe ’06 (social work) was young she knew she wanted to be in field that allowed her to help others. After graduating from MSUM, she felt she had found the perfect profession in social work.
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A Sustaining Life
For nearly half a century, Dennis Jacobs, professor emeritus of Physics, Astronomy, and Sustainability, has demonstrated his commitment to improving our world by living sustainably.
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Revolutionizing Youth Fundraising
If you have kids, or know kids, who are in youth activities, you’ve likely bought one to dozens of items to support them and their organizations.
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More Like Magnolia
MSUM alumna Elise Parsley ’11 (art) started college ready to learn–from scratch. While many students choose to major in areas of pre-existing fortes, Parsley decided to study art. She’d never even taken a drawing class.
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Reduce & Reuse
While many of us find it hard to apply the DIY Pinterest creations to real life, Heather (Donarski) Moore ’11 (graphic design) started a small business based on this concept.
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Pear'd Fashion
When MSUM alumna Rachel Neumiller ’15 (advertising) started her business, she knew it would not be a journey she would take alone. Neumiller’s sister, Lacey Heid, was right beside her taking co-ownership.
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Generations
Dragon Pride. It runs deep among our alumni and students. For many regional families, an MSUM education is a family tradition.
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Leap of Faith
Every step of Sarah Coumbe-Guida’s ’97 (special education) life journey has been a leap of faith. It’s no wonder one climactic element at her family’s Character Challenge Course in Park Rapids, Minn., is titled just that—Leap of Faith.
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Coming Home
Although their reasons for returning vary, the alumni who “come home” recognize the potential of the community and take pride in the home of their alma mater.
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The Most Interesting Man in the World
While speaking with Dr. James “Jim” Nagel ’62 (English and physical education), you begin to notice a striking resemblance to “The Most Interesting Man in the World.”
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Modern-Day Gladiators
Times have long passed since gladiatorial fighting in the Roman Coliseum drew a crowd, yet modern-day fighting is just as profound a spectator sport in many social spheres around the world.
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Leadership Lessons
Bob Bowlsby ’75 (health and physical education) is defined by Midwestern roots—humility, a robust work ethic, and truthfulness.