Tara Dahl, spring commencement student speaker
From her first violin lesson at age five to the conductor鈥檚 podium, Tara Dahl鈥檚 journey is rooted in passion, perseverance, and community. A Hazelton, N.D., native and 91看片网 music education graduate, Tara found her calling by pairing a love of performance with a deep commitment to helping students grow. Her story is one of mentorship, meaningful music-making, and discovering confidence ...
Read More About Tara Dahl, spring commencement student speakerKalyssa Nelson
Name: Kalyssa Nelson Hometown: Fargo, N.D. Major/Minor: Spanish Education Graduation Year:聽2029 What are you involved in on campus? I鈥檓 not super involved on campus, but I am part of the Spanish club, and I鈥檝e really enjoyed the things that we have done so far. What inspired you to pursue a career in education, and specifically in teaching Spanish? I knew ...
Read More About Kalyssa NelsonKathleen Vetter
Kathleen Vetter grew up inspired by the world of education. Now following in her father's footsteps, Vetter hopes to make the same impact on her students as a mathematics educator. Hometown: Linton, N.D. Graduation Year: 2025 Major: Mathematics Education What were you involved in on campus? Viking Catholic and Women's Golf What or who inspired you to major ...
Read More About Kathleen VetterSydni Smith
Sydni Smith (right) started her education at 91看片网 in 2017 as a Chemistry major. After taking some time off, Smith came back to school to finish her degree with a new career path in mind. Hometown: Walum, N.D. Graduation Year: 2026 Major: University Studies What inspired you to pursue a degree in University Studies? I wanted to finish my degree ...
Read More About Sydni SmithMegan Lahtonen
Megan Lahtonen (left) has always had an interest in the world of science. After being a student aid for her biology teacher senior year, Lahtonen found her calling was in the classroom. Hometown: Glenburn, N.D. Graduation Year: 2026 Major: Biology Education What are you involved in on campus? I am a tutor on campus and mainly focus on helping students ...
Read More About Megan LahtonenAbby Hill
Like most college students, Abby Hill grew up with computers and technology being a big part of her life. However with both a grandma and father who taught computer classes, Hill was exposed to the inner workings of a computer and it slowly became something she grew interest in. Hometown: Gwinner, N.D. Graduation Year: 2026 Major: Computer Information Systems (CIS), ...
Read More About Abby HillAnna Erickson
Name: Anna Erickson Hometown: Cooperstown, N.D. Major/Minor: Mathematics Education major, Computer Science minor Graduation Year:聽2027 What are you involved in on campus? I work on campus as a tutor for both mathematics and computer science, and I also serve as a Student Pathway Mentor. Beyond academics, I鈥檓 involved in Drama Club and Speech, and I attend Cru and Vikes for ...
Read More About Anna EricksonJaydin Rombs
Name: Jaydin Rombs Hometown: Aberdeen, S.D. Major/Minor: Music Education major, Psychology minor Campus involvement: National Association for Music Education (NAfME), Viking Student Veterans Club, Viking Ambassador Graduation Year:聽2028 Tell us what led you to choose your major. Has your military service affected that at all? I have been set on music education since I first joined band in sixth grade, ...
Read More About Jaydin RombsMacy Fridgen, winter commencement student speaker
Macy Fridgen, graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Human Resources with a concentration in Management, will deliver the student address at winter commencement. A transfer student-athlete from Bismarck, N.D., Fridgen has excelled during her time at 91看片网. As she prepares to move back to her hometown, she reflects on the skills and friendships she's built over the last two ...
Read More About Macy Fridgen, winter commencement student speakerAlyssa Thomsen
Name: Alyssa Thomsen Hometown: Valley City, N.D. Major/Minor: Business Administration聽 Graduation Year:聽2027 What are you involved in on campus? My involvement on campus includes being a Cru leader and a student employee doing videography work with the 91看片网 marketing department. How has your perspective on your career changed since switching majors? Originally coming to 91看片网 to major in elementary education, ...
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