This month: Celebrate outstanding alumni | Reconnect with NDSU alumni and friends at the Free Bison Social in Bismarck | NDSU Night at Target Field on June 13 | Bringing the University to the people | A mother and son graduate together

Celebrate outstanding alumni
Recommend award honorees

Do you know NDSU alumni and friends who deserve to be recognized for their accomplishments and contributions? Recommend alumni award honorees by completing a brief form.

Award recipients are honored at Evening of Distinction, an annual event held in the spring. Self-nominations are not allowed, and honorees must accept the award in person.

Free gathering in Bismarck
Reconnect with NDSU alumni and friends

Get your Bison wear ready! Register today to reconnect with NDSU alumni and friends at a FREE event in Bismarck. Chat with President Cook, hear from guest speakers, and enjoy apps and drinks on the rooftop of First International Bank & Trust on Wednesday, May 31, from 5-7:30 p.m.

The event will be moved indoors in case of inclement weather.

NDSU Night at Target Field
Get your tickets today!

Cheer on the Minnesota Twins as they take on the Milwaukee Brewers at Target Field on Tuesday, June 13. Buy tickets to the game and learn more about an exclusive co-branded NDSU/Twins cap offer on the event website.

Before the first pitch, get together with NDSU alumni and friends for a pregame gathering at Kieran's Irish Pub. No registration is required. Wear your Bison colors!

Philanthropy in action
Bringing the University to the people

Since 1914, NDSU Extension has been serving North Dakotans by bringing evidence-based information to farmers, ranchers, parents, and community members in all 53 counties across the state. Today, Extension targets three major program areas: agriculture and natural resources, family and community wellness, and 4-H youth development.

Since 2016, benefactors have invested more than $3.2 million in NDSU Extension, supporting scholarships and fellowships, research, equipment, 4-H youth development, and professional development programs for staff.

"We appreciate the individuals and organizations that contribute to Extension programs as it allows us to continue our innovative and impactful work for North Dakota," Lynette Flage '04, '10, associate director of NDSU Extension, said.

See Extension's mission at work in three county offices in the latest issue of the NDSU Foundation Magazine.

Campus news
A mother and son graduate together

On Saturday, May 13, Jen Jabas and her son, Parker, both graduated from NDSU's College of Business. The duo only realized in their last few semesters that they would participate in the same commencement ceremony.

Jen earned her undergraduate degree from NDSU in 2000 and always knew she wanted to return to higher education and earn her master's degree. In 2020, NDSU offered the flexibility she needed while working full time to pursue an advanced degree with the MBA program.

"Crossing the stage with my mom is important for me, too," Parker said. "I know how important life-long learning is to her. It's very exciting for me that she got the opportunity to come back and further her education. I'm very proud as a son."

Learn more about their NDSU experience and favorite memories on the NDSU News webpage.

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