Spring 2017 Community College Foundation

For friends and alumni of Lake Region State College LRSC Branches Lake Region State College Volume 27, Issue 1, Spring 2017 Community College Foundation

Community College Foundation 2017 Board of Directors Legislative Kim Belzer Kathy Miller Soaring to new heights Sarah Burdick Doug Mohr Patty Bye Dan Ness New technologies are created daily on the prairie horizon update olling into this year’s Lexie Dion Chad Peterson oday’s new tech- on their first attempt. Agriculture, Wind Energy, Allison Dybing Driessen Tony Prozinski Rlegislative session, nologies are spurring “The Wind Energy cur- and other programs con- LRSC was apprehensive. Bethany Dumont Brian Quam a curriculum trans- riculum focuses on drone use as tinue to grow. Precision Ag Beth Leevers Dunn Fred Rance Earlier allotments had formation in higher a tool,” Johnson said. students, for instance, have caused a cut to the bud- Jill Hanson Christy Remmick Teducation. High-tech pro- Part 107 certification is at least four internship of- get, and the campus had Janelle Kurtz Jeremy Safranski gramming in wind energy, becoming standard in the fers per student. to present a 90-percent Andy Lankowicz Brenda Swenseth precision agriculture, simu- college’s Precision Ag pro- Dr. Doug Darling, budget for 2017-2019. Frank Mack Lucas Wakefield lator technology, and even gram, too, enhancing stu- LRSC president, is pleased Always cautious with Roger Mertens Ron Walford business is adapting to meet dent experiences and mak- to see an increase in intern- budgets, and foreseeing Angela Mikkelson Janet Westlind the needs and challenges of ing them more ship opportuni- additional budget reduc- Mike Yoder employers regionally and marketable. ties in a variety tion, LRSC administra- worldwide. “We offer nnovation is of LRSC tion began addressing 2017 Executive Committee One of the newest training on in- program areas. the big budget picture Chad Peterson...... President pieces is drone technol- the-soil, hands- hatching “There is a early. All areas were ogy, or unmanned aerial on applications I resurgence of in- scrutinized to reduce Jeff Wahl...... Immediate Past President Janelle Kurtz...... Vice President systems. Companies like as well as in ternship options cost without impacting EdgeData are bringing new technologies new industries for students. We service to students or Jill Hanson...... Secretary BladeEdge software and Doug Mohr...... Treasurer students may be match students academic quality. Most services to the LRSC Wind working with,” and with corporate positions opened by Ex-Officio Energy Technician program said Preston partners and personnel departure were to train the next generation Sundeen, direc- revolutionizing build win-win left unfilled. Instead job Doug Darling Scott Privratsky of wind turbine technicians tor of the Da- situations for duties were absorbed Lee Ann Johnston Tom Stoe in UAS and turbine blade kota Precision business. both!” he said. across departments. Danny Mertens Paula Vistad inspections. Agriculture “Those intern- As the session con- Cheri Weisz This spring, students in Center. ship opportuni- tinued, additional cuts the Wind Energy program LRSC also is promoting ties will continue to grow as appeared imminent as Staff started training for certifi- an older learning tool—in- more industries watch what the economy remained Carla Freschette...... Web Design/ cation to conduct UAS internship opportunities. our students are doing in the stagnant, especially Public Affairs spections of turbine blades. Internships help boost classroom to prepare for the in the oil and agricul- “Students have been learn- a student’s marketability. workforce.” ture sectors. When Katie Fitch...... Events Coordinator Electronics technicians in In the world of simula- Laurel Goulding...... Executive Director ing in a hands-on environment, gaining real-world high-tech industries are tion, the demand for techni- On a brighter note, Dianne Gunderson...... Publications/ maintenance and repair experi- reaching retirment age, cians continues to increase. Accounts Management ence on actual wind turbines,” creating demand for new Last year, 25 students were the Legislature reinstated Jessica Hjelden...... Records/Support said Jay Johnson, instruc- technicians with a skillset enrolled in the Sim Tech the North Dakota Corry Kenner...... Assistant Treasurer tor and coordinator for the similar to what LRSC stu- program. While many land Higher Education Bobbi Lunday...... Assistant Secretary program. dents learn. Opportunities industry jobs in faroff loca- Elonda Nord...... Grants Management/ Students took the for students in our Informa- tions, others are employed Challenge Match. Donor Relations FAA Part 107 certification tion Technology, Simula- in related fields right here See “Here we go Erin Wood...... Public Affairs Director course, and many passed tion Technology, Precision in the Lake Region. again!”on page 4. “There are a lot of opportunities here for our the session wrapped Otter Tail Power supports Wind Energy program graduates,” said instructor up in April, colleges Will McConnell, himself a recent gift of $25,000 and universities in the graduate of the Sim Tech North Dakota Univer- Afrom Otter Tail Power program. “The skills they Company will provide new sity System—including gain here are transferable to LRSC—had a 20-percent instructional technologies other fields. They leave with reduction in budget. for the LRSC Wind Energy electrical and mechanical skills “Every area incurred Technician program and sup- to fix things, and there are lots reductions in positions, port other technical needs for of industry jobs out there.” spending, travel, and programs based in the new Instructor Richard other costs,” said LRSC Bergstrom Technical Cen- Drury first became inter- President Doug Darling. ter. Otter Tail also provides ested in simulators while “Staff and faculty are important support for scholar- in the Air Force. He then giving a bit more to cover ships for students enrolled in gained experience by work- duties left when positions the Wind Energy program. ing for Delta and fulfilling where vacated.” Otter Tail Power Com- military contracts to service As the session ended, pany’s gifts were matched by weapons, Humvee, and Presenting a check (from left)—Mark Helland, Otter Tail VP for Cus- the North Dakota Higher Ed tomer Service; Damien Rieter, Otter Tail Acting Manager; LRSC Challenge fund, which en- (Taking Flight, continued on (Legislative Update, con- President Doug Darling; and CCF Executive Director Laurel Goulding larged them by 50 percent.  page 3) tinued on page 3) Page 2 Branches, Vol. 27, Issue 1, Spring 2017 See what we have to offer!

is committed to being a progressive and LRSC diverse institution as it prepares students for success in a rapidly changing local, national, and world community. We offer unique and varied programs which will provide students with exciting job opportunities and advanced positions of responsibility. Enroll in one of these exciting programs of study:  Associate in Arts/Associ- skills needed for entry-level ate in Science—Universities positions in a wide array of throughout the country are business settings. From the desk of transfer-friendly. It’s not uncommon for AA and AS  Law Enforcement—A degrees to be accepted as a common requirement for block of study in place of advancement in law en- Doug Darling specific first- and second- forcement careers. President year course requirements  Marketing—Prepare for  American Sign Language exciting jobs in sales, digital Lake Region State College and Interpreting Studies— marketing, and marketing Interpreters are needed in management. a wide variety of settings Dear Friends of LRSC, including education, medi-  Nursing—Begin a challenging carreer in nursing cal, human service, legal, What would you do with an extra $20 thousand? That’s the question staff at Lake and performance arts. and learn to care for pa- tients in a variety of health Region State College pose to future students who are doing their college search.  Automotive Technology— care settings such as hos- Finding the right fit for a student heading to college isn’t always easy. What we Work in a variety of fields pitals and long-term care tout about Lake Region State College is that it is the perfect size so students aren’t in the industry including facilities. intimidated by a 300-person lecture class; it has many career path options to get dealerships, independent you into the workforce making a great wage in two years or less; and that it is the shops, and service centers.  Peace Officer Training— place to go if you are seeking a major without the price tag attached to larger public A rigorous one-semester universities and private institutes.  Business Administra- program to prepare for em- tion—Prepare to transfer ployment as a peace officer A student who attends LRSC and then transfers to a four-year university to for a baccalaureate degree in North Dakota. after completing this AA complete studies saves almost $20 thousand compared to a student who goes right program which provides  Precision Agriculture— to a four-year university. The savings is even higher compared to a student who a broad understanding The demand on farmers to goes right to a private university. LRSC has written articulation agreements for of finance, management, continuously produce more most majors at North Dakota University System universities which ensure seamless and marketing. Students food, fiber, fuel, and phar- transfer of general education requirements. may focus on accounting, maceuticals for the world marketing, or management. has made it necessary that Other benefits Lake Region State College provides are smaller class sizes and the (Learn more about this new they become more efficient opportunity to participate in many co-curricular and extracurricular activities. degree option on page 3.) by using various forms of Organizations like the Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society help students grow as leaders precision ag technologies. and scholars. PTK has many activities to enhance students’ experiences at LRSC  Early Childhood Edu- and the universities to which they transfer. Other student groups have advanced ation—Learn to work  Simulation Technology— with children in childcare Learn to troubleshoot, to regional, national, and international competitions that boost their marketing facilities, recreation centers, repair, and maintain potential when it’s time to enter the professional workforce. schools, private homes, and electronic and mechanical children’s institutions. components of simula- You’ve probably seen coverage of budget cuts at colleges in the North Dakota tors used in pilot training, University System. We’re weathering the cuts here at LRSC without impacting  Farm Management—De- entertainment, and other student studies or services. The faculty and staff are here for students through thick signed to provide farmers applications. and thin! with the opportunity to gather information and  Speech Language Pathology Paraprofessional—Become We are here to change your life and give you the opportunity to reach your develop the skills they need educational goals and save you $20 thousand on a bachelor’s degree. to keep pace in the rapidly a school-based paraprofes- advancing technology of sional. Learn to administer production agriculture. speech language screenings That will never change. and carry out therapeutic  Fitness Trainer Techni- tasks. Please see what Lake Region State College is all about. Tours are available any time! cian—Play an invaluable role in promoting healthy  Wind Energy Technician— living through proper nutri- Rapid industry growth has tion and physical activity. sparked a growing need for technicians. It takes one  Information Technol- highly trained technician Doug Darling, Ph.D. ogy—Acquire the business to maintain and repair ten application and technical wind turbines. Helping students succeed is our number one priority. LRSC offers educational outreach and life-long learning opportunities that encourage our students to reach beyond their limitations. Enroll today and take the first step toward a lifetime of success! Branches, Vol. 27, Issue 1, Spring 2017 Page 3

(Soaring to new heights, continued from page 1) submarine simulators. pull of computer sciences Exciting happenings in the There are also many but who also like to be busy opportunities in produc- working with their hands tion control, says Drury. would be a good fit for the Paul Hoghaug Library! “In factories, paper mills, and Sim Tech program. manufacturing, production “It’s where computer sci- ’s faculty and studio, and a presentation library to create a division control systems are like simula- ence meets auto mechanics,” LRSCstaff dedicate area that will be used as between study and social- tors; they use the same sensors explains McConnell, “It’s their time and talents to our a classroom and maker ization areas, and natural and driving mechanisms and the best of both worlds!” students, providing quality space. There will also be a sunlight will fill the spaces. lots of the same software.” Employers have discov- education in a collaborative quiet testing area for any- The New Horizons Drury loves working ered that our students have learning environment. Our one taking a proctored test. computer lab will remain with students. “Being able a broad base of knowledge students succeed! Not only A new printing/scanning/ available for use 24/7. to guide them is the most and hands-on experience. during their time on cam- copy area will be available. We invite you to stop at enjoyable part of the job,. Not LRSC plans to continue pus, but throughout their For those who like to the Paul Hoghaug Library many students get the chance. to meet their needs as we lives with skills learned come in to sit in comfy to visit with staff. See our I wish there were more! I love adapt and prepare our from our faculty and staff. furniture and read, a new plans and experience the seeing them have that ‘a-ha’ students to soar to new With the help of funds reading area will be devel- excitement we’re feeling as moment!” he says. heights with innovative new received from the Otto oped. Book shelving will be this great conversion takes Students who feel the technologies.  Bremer Foundation and the moved to the center of the place!  ND Challenge Match, our traditional library is being converted to a vital learn- Prince shares love for science Legislative showcase ing resource commons that haun Prince, LRSC Prince (pictured second from he North Dakota University System held a legislative will help strengthen and Sassociate professor of bi- left) presented three work- Tshowcase in March. All eleven public colleges and uni- maximize use of digital and ology, learned a love of sci- shops to students ages 8-12 versities were in attendance. technological resources. ence in elementary school. at the North Dakota Home LRSC showcased drone technology to members of the A “learning commons” School North Dakota Senate. From Precision Ag to Wind En- has proven to be a desti- Convention ergy, LRSC brings drone technology into its programs so nation point for students in Bismarck students are prepared for careers that meet industry needs. on college campuses. It ND. Over becomes the go-to spot for thirty kids specialized support as well in each as for access to traditional workshop research resources. Current explored and new resource tech- fun top- nologies will be available to ics such as students, faculty, staff, and crime scene the community. investiga- Plans include individual Because many elementary tion, why leaves change study spots, small group and middle school students color, and introduction to study rooms equipped with today don’t have the op- microscopes. collaborative technology, portunity to do hands-on Prince volunteers her larger collaborative areas, science activities, Prince time for these experiences. laptop computers available strives to share her passion. Whether it’s in the class- for checkout in the resource “I just want to see every room, in the community, or Above, Nick Bittner, with LRSC’s Wind Energy Tech- center as well as new desk- student have the opportunity to in her own backyard, she nician program, describes how drones can be integrated top computers and stations, love it too,” she says. shares her love for science into several industries. To learn more, call (701) 662-1600 a recording and editing At the end of February, with students of all ages.  or check our website at www.LRSC.edu.  Creating more marketable degree options (Legislative Update, continued from page 1.) tudents seeking a busi- size marketing or manage- In with the new Sness related degree and ment before they pursued a nless you’re a regular at trical switch gear, original LRSC had reduced an transferring for a bachelor’s bachelor’s degree, but those ULRSC, chances are you from the 1966 construction, equivalent of 14 full-time degree or higher have some students were required to haven’t noticed or experi- had maximized its power. positions. Sports programs new options at LRSC. The earn both an associate in enced the activity taking Maintenance on our older are curbing long-distance State Board of Higher Edu- arts and an associate in place with the college’s system was creating chal- travel, and the men’s and cation recently approved applied science degree, said electrical system. The elec- lenges when parts needed women’s golf teams are on changing the Associate in Cindy Brown, assistant replacement. Switching to hold. Arts for Accounting/Busi- professor of Marketing. a more modern electrical Dr. Darling points out ness Administration to an “Expecting students to earn switch gear system was that although the budget Associate in Arts in Busi- two separate degrees created costly, but necessary. cut is steep, LRSC was in a ness Administration with increased credit loads and Thanks to an appro- stronger position than oth- emphasis in one of three cost for students. Often, they priation from the State, ers to weather the storm. areas—Accounting, Mar- would pick one degree over the LRSC has tackled the “Lake Region State Col- keting, or Management. other, but now they can earn issue. Mini power outages lege always has been conscien- “This degree strengthens the transfer degree plus the core have taken place as crews tious with its budget. We’re a our entire business division,” components for a specialty in have worked on replacing small campus, and we’ve hit says Dr. Doug Darling, marketing, management, or the old with new. At left, budget roadblocks before that LRSC president. “Our ... accounting,” Brown said. Chad Estenson, Buildings have been more challenging. programs have always been Students also can opt and Grounds supervisor, It’s not an ideal situation, but strong, but now we’re giving for an Associate in Applied inspects the new equip- I know the staff and faculty students an option to empha- Science in Marketing/Man- ment. The end result will will continue to serve students size one of these areas in an agement, which is a good be a stronger, more reliable in the same excellent manner,” AA degree.” option for those going right electrical system for the he said reassuringly, “even if Many times we’ve had into the workforce after campus.  there are fewer personnel.”  students wanting to empha- graduating from LRSC.  Page 4 Branches, Vol. 27, Issue 1, Spring 2017 A message from CCF President Chad Whenever I’m asked to write or speak about the foundation, I tend to reflect on what we’ve done as a group, what I’ve done as a part of that group, and the journey it took for me to be able to write these very words. nother school year has come and been any student at LRSC, but he showed A gone, and I believe I’ve spoken at my the courage to stand up in front of a room last graduation ceremony representing full of adults to share his story. He told the foundation. I realize I’m on the quick of his troubled past—a broken family, his downhill run to pass my title on to the next struggles in school. He was lost until he person who I know will ably lead us into finally found a safe place in his sophomore Travel with the President the future. It has been eye-opening, and or junior year of high school. Imagine the the most important lesson I’ve learned is— struggles he went through trying to find his raveling across the an EF Travel “GoAhead” Lake Region State College changes lives! way as a teenager with little adult guid- Tpond to see firsthand project which is specifically I’m far from a manly man. I get a bit ance. His grades had been horrible, but the artifacts, art, and sites geared towards adults older embarrassed when I get choked now he had worked his bum of cultures studied in the than the typical college up in public, and it has hap- off only to realize his good classroom has been well re- student. The pace is a bit pened to me a few times, but grades later in high school were ceived by students and the slower, although people there are two instances I’d like not enough to make up for the community. LRSC Travel will still walk about two to share.I might be off on a few earlier bad grades. He didn’t Abroad Coordinator Teresa hours a day; the rooms details, but the fact remains expect to ever go to college. Tande has arranged many are a bit posher and closer in both stories—Lake Region As luck would have it—for well-attended trips. How- to city centers; and meals State College changes lives! him and for LRSC—a college ever, people continue to feature wine and beer. The first time I saw Manny recruiter visited his school ask, “When are you going In the months leading Ohonme, I was sure he was and explained our Presidential to Scandinavia?” up to the trip, the college a basketball star. He took the Scholarships which are based “We couldn’t tie a Scan- will offer seminars on stage at our annual Key Event on ACT scores, not on high dinavian trip to classroom various aspects of Scan- to receive our highest honor, school grades. Being a smart experiences as we just didn’t dinavian cultures—their Hall of Fame induction. Man- kid, he studied and scored high have the correct curriculum,” contributions to the world, ny dressed like me, spoke like on his ACT test and qualified Tande said. and their presence in North me, and my overall first impression was for a Presidential Scholarship. LRSC be- So, instead, a Scandina- Dakota. President Doug “this is a regular guy.” Then Manny started came a place of opportunity, a place where vian Trip with the President Darling will lead the way talking about his past, his time at LRSC, he came into his own ... leaving a mark on was created. Next year, on some of these seminars. and his current life and family. He grew up me as he passed through. LRSC gave him from May 31-June 13, Seats are limited, so in Africa, didn’t know where his next meal the opportunity so many others did not. forty adults will travel with anyone thinking of sign- was going to come from, and barely had a Lake Region State College changed his life. the LRSC president to the ing up should do so soon! roof over his head or clothes on his body. There are countless other stories just as Scandinavian capitals of More detailed informa- His athletic ability brought him here. He touching that I’ve heard; countless oth- Oslo, Copenhagen, Stock- tion can be found at www. now lives the American dream and gives ers go untold. Being part of the board is holm, and Helsinki. This is LRSC.edu.  back through Samaritan’s Feet. (Google it, reward in itself, but to see firsthand the everyone. It’s an amazing organization!) difference each and every gift makes in the Think about it. A young boy from Af- lives of our students is more than a reward; rica with basically nothing came to Devils it’s proof that LRSC changes lives! Are we in your will? Lake, partly because of support from the Our recent campaigns have been a suc- Wow, now there’s a bold question, but one we feel we must ask Community College Foundation; he’s now cess, and I’m thankful for everyone who new match campaign The challenge match a tax-paying, fun-loving guy, giving back saw it in their hearts to do their part. These A is underway, thanks to period will continue until every day of his life and making a differ- campaigns are not an end; they are only the North Dakota Higher December 31, 2018. Gifts ence ten-fold, all because of the education just the beginning. The foundation’s goal Education Challenge Fund. that are planned to come and opportunity provided by LRSC. Lake is to support LRSC and to facilitate life- The Legislature assigned to LRSC through a will Region State College changed his life! changing opportunities. $200 thousand to Lake Re- can only be matched if we My second story is much less public but Think about it. Do you want to change gion State College as match know of the gift and its brings just as powerful a message. I wish I a life? for qualifying gifts. The intent before the challenge remembered this young man’s name, but fund gives $1 for every $2 match closes. This is why it in all honesty I would have left him anony- raised. A qualifying gift of is important that you let us mous anyway. This young man could have $10,000 becomes $15,000! know by December 31st if Qualifying gifts must you or a family member are ment for scholarship or pro- be directed toward scholar- planning such a gift. gram support. Smaller gifts ship or program support or For more information, Here we go again! to unnamed endowments enhancement of academics. contact (701) 662-1520.  s CCF President Chad Colleges and universi- are accepted into a pooled Amentions in his edito- ties are required to raise endowment. rial, lives are changed at $2 in private gifts for every Students walk through 2017 Booster Club Golf Tournament LRSC, and a large reason $1 provided by the fund. the doors at LRSC for a lives are changed? Gener- Matching dollars are in- variety of reasons. Many COME AND SUPPORT THE LRSC ROYALS! ous donors like you! tended to help schools build arrive and transform, truly discovering themselves and Friday, July 7th, 2017—Creel Bay Golf Course If you want to make a endowments to support gift to change a life, there is scholarships and programs. their future career interests. 10:00—Registration & Lunch a new opportunity to make Gifts may be given this Past campaigns have been 12:00—Shotgun start a bigger impact. The North year or pledged over a five- a success because so many 5:00—Steak Fry and Silent Auction Dakota Higher Education year period. Gifts of stock, individuals, businesses, and Challenge Fund is back, real estate, and irrevocably organizations were inspired $100/individual or $400/team of 4 ending December 31, 2018. gifted bequests may also be to give. We encourage you Steak Fry and Auction only/$20 It’s not as large as in past accepted and matched. to make a gift and change years, but we’re thankful A gift or pledge of $15 a life! To learn more, call Contact (701) 662-1654 or (701) 662-1520 or go to [email protected] the state set aside $200,000 thousand is required to in funding for LRSC. establish a named endow- www.LRSC.edu.  Branches, Vol. 27, Issue 1, Spring 2017 Page 5 New named endowments Royal Blue Hawaii n endowment is a wonderful gift that lasts forever! More than 150 endowments have been established Aby individuals or families wishing to support schol- Key Event a big success! arships or programs at LRSC. A gift of $15,000 or larger is required to establish a new fund. Once the funds have been n behalf of the Community ing, LRSC alumni invested for a year, the cash earnings are awarded annually College Foundation, we would Emmanuel Ohonme to support the scholarship or education program of the like to send a very heartfelt was inducted into the donor’s choice. The following endowments are new: O“mahalo” to everyone who helped Hall of Fame.(Read his  Children of Archie and Doris Borstad Scholarship Endow- make our Royal Blue Hawaii Key story below.) ment—Born to Norwegian immigrants, Archie and Doris Event such a big success! Laurel Goulding, LRSC vice presi- were raised near Devils Lake. They were married in 1943 On October 21, 2016, the Key Event dent for Advancement and executive and settled on a farm on the Spirit Lake Sioux Reservation Opportunities Auction raised $84 thou- director of the foundation, also was where they raised a family of four. They were educated in sand which will be used to provide surprised with induction into the Hall Devils Lake, and each proudly pursued a higher education. scholarships and support LRSC in- of Fame. She has led the foundation Three of their four children attended LRSC, and all four structional programming. The since 1989, spurring remarkable growth earned bachelors degrees from NDSU. As a memorial to tropical theme provided a re- in gifts and endowments. The number their parents, the family has erected a large white cross on laxing evening in of endowments has grown from 3 to the farmstead next to the waters of Devils Lake. Scholar- paradise, according more than 150, and a corpus of $474 ships from this endowment will be awarded to students to Public Affairs Direc- thousand has expanded to more than pursuing careers related to agriculture. tor Erin Wood. $8 million. Her semi-retirement in 2016  Rick and Dr. Deb Follman Family Endowment—LRSC was “We’ve spent the year was the perfect occasion for us to give the educational starting place for many members of the celebrating the college’s her a “forever” thank you with her own Follman family. It provided them with wonderful experi- 75th anniversary. What spot in the LRSC Hall of Fame. ence and built confidence to reach for their goals. Rick better way to wind up that cele- The evening concluded with the un- and Deb grew up in the Lake Region area. Deb earned a matched excitement of the live auction. doctorate in education and has, since 1998, been principal bration than with a big Hawai- at Sweetwater school in Devils Lake. Rick attended LRSC ian luau!” she said. We would like to thank the Tiki and went on to earn a BA in economics. Children Angie Guests arrived at the Time Committee, auction donors, and and Matt both attended LRSC, and Matt was employed Memorial Building the many LRSC students, faculty, and for a time with the college’s TrainND unit. Scholarships for an hour of si- staff who worked hard to make the from this endowment will help others prepare for the field lent auction bid- night a big success. Again, Mahalo!  of education, which has been a life-long vocation for Deb, ding which Angie, and many other Follman family members. was followed Mark your calendars! October 27,  Goulding Family Endowment—Through the years, Lau- by an island 2017, is the date for the next rel and Paul Goulding have watched and appreciated the feast fit for Key Event. A theme has yet to be impact of LRSC on the lives of those it serves. They both a king. chosen, but you can count on it grew up in families that placed high value on education. During being a spooktacular night to Paul’s 25 years as a business leader and 14 years on the the an- remember. Stay tuned ... Devils Lake Public School Board helped to cement his nual meet- commitment to the power of education. Laurel answered a call for a part-time grant writer at LRSC and for the next 30 years served in many capacities, all while serving as executive director of the Community College Founda- New to LRSC Hall of Fame tion. Laurel and Paul established the Goulding Family Endowment as a strategy for giving back to a community Sometimes the little things are the big things. Take a pair of shoes. they love. Earnings from the endowment will support the To some children owning a pair of shoes is but a dream. It was for Manny. Automotive Technology program. ore than thirty years student athletes,” he said. cities—850 pairs right here  Julin and Bonnie Hagen Scholarship Endowment—Julin Mago, Emmanuel Manny then met the in the Lake Region. Hagen and Bonnie Arnold were both born to farm fami- Ohonme was a young boy love of his life. He and No matter where his lies at Esmond, North Dakota. After high school, Julin living in Nigeria when a Tracie (Elfman) married journey takes him, Manny became a licensed auctioneer and a farmer. Bonnie earned Good Samaritan encour- and are the proud parents has a special place in his a degree in elementary education. They were married in aged him to enter a contest of daughters Nike, Dele, heart for LRSC. 1965 and raised a family of two sons on a farm northeast where the grand prize was Yemi, and son Wale. “What is so special about of Esmond, North Dakota. Their involvement in the auc- a pair of shoes. “Manny” After graduating, Man- Lake Region is the authentic- tion business provided an opportunity to meet and make won the contest ... and the ny went on to earn bach- ity of the people. They believe lasting friendships throughout the North Dakota farming shoes! The encouragement elor’s and master’s degrees. in you even when you don’t. community. They have established this endowment to pro- from the Good Samaritan He worked in industry and ... I was here to receive instruc- vide scholarships for students in ag-related studies. changed Manny’s destiny. opened his own firm. Then tion and direction … to start  A trip from Nigeria to his life changed. the blueprint for the rest of my Agnes and Edward Halvorson Scholarship Endowment—Es- North Dakota marked an- “I returned home to bury life.” tablished by Edward as a memorial to his late wife, Agnes, other chapter in his destiny my dad in 1997. ... I quickly We’re happy LRSC had this endowment is a testament to their support for quality when Manny earned a remembered how hard it was. an impact and is changing education. Edward is proud to point out that four of their scholarship to play basket- I saw children like me without the lives of so many around children attended LRSC, as well as five grandchildren. He ball at LRSC in 1989. shoes. I was still searching the world. was a math and science instructor in Devils Lake schools To be embraced and for purpose, and the flicker “Our legacy should be cre- for thirty-three years while Agnes provided daycare for welcomed in a new culture started … I needed to let these ated based on what we do for younger children. Awards will be made to students from was a surprise to Manny. kids know they were meant for others ... We will never know the Lake Region. “I have such fond memories something bigger.” the impact of the ripple effect  Nicci and Merle Henke Endowment—Merle and Nicole of the people at Lake Region. Samaritan’s Feet was of our actions and obedience moved to Devils Lake in 1965 so Nicole could teach at They are the most loving and launched in 2003. Today, if we sit on the sidelines as the North Dakota School for the Deaf. Her career there compassionate people. ... I had the organization has distrib- spectators,” says Manny. spanned from 1965 to 1997; she then worked part-time the opportunity to work with uted 7 million pairs of shoes Learn more at www. some of the best coaches and in 75 countries and 325 U.S. samaritansfeet.org.  (New named endowments, continued on page 6) Page 6 Branches, Vol. 27, Issue 1, Spring 2017

(New named endowments, continued from page 5) No doubt about it— for Lake Region special education. Merle worked as a city Graduation rate increases police officer and then for twenty-four years for the Bureau college isn’t easy! of Criminal Investigation. Sadly, Nicci was diagnosed uckily, here at LRSC, It takes a village to raise a child. with cancer in 2007. She gracefully remained full of joy Lthere’s TRiO. Serving s the graduation season to face with students each throughout her illness until March 2013 when Nicole died. students since 2001, our Aleads in to another fall day provides needed infor- She left behind a legacy of loving her community. Scholar- program is one of only a semester, we are proud to mation. ships will be given in her memory to students in the Amer- handful located at a two- announce a 10-percent in- “We’ve expanded our ican Sign Language and Interpreting Studies program. year college in the North crease in graduation rates. orientation to two days where Dakota University System.  Philip John Kenner Science Scholarship Endowment—Born Like the old “It takes a students begin lasting rela- to Corry and Dr. Kristin Kenner of Devils Lake, Philip TRiO Student Support village” saying proves, “It tionships and focus on team- graduated from Devils Lake High School in 2005. During Services, along with the takes a campus-wide effort to building skills,” says Brandi high school, he got a jump start on his college studies by PowerSkills Center, helps graduate one student, says Dr. Nelson, director of Insti- taking dual credit courses through LRSC and earning col- students with study skills Cathleen Ruch, director for tutional Research/Instruc- lege credits. He continued his education at Harvard where and creates goals and objec- the TRiO and Powerskills tional Services. “Advising he earned a degree in biochemical sciences in 2009. Philip tives for their education, programs. “That is what is critical, and we also require went on to earn a Masters Degree in molecular medicine careers, and beyond. LRSC does: collaborates to all students to take a first-year from University College in London and is currently em- TRiO offers academic assist with student success.” experience class.” ployed by ClearView Healthcare Partners in Boston. Philip advising, career/transfer Graduation rates are Part of LRSC’s student chose to establish this endowment to support students advising, professional tutor- based on a relatively small success strategy involves planning careers in the sciences. He feels a distinct satisfac- ing, financial literacy and percentage of a student programs such as TRiO tion in giving back by helping others who may have the FAFSA assistance, com- population. Only first- and Powerskills. “TRiO/ desire to pursue a career in science but who may not have puter/printer loans, and time, full-time students Powerskills provides numerous the resources. disability support services. are considered, and that’s services to assist with academic Its ideal study space in- only seventeen percent of success, such as tutoring, aca-  Marilyn Pederson Nursing Scholarship Endowment—Mari- cludes math and science the student population; but demic advising, and assistance lyn lived her life passionately and with deepest affection labs, technology and text- the increase gives a clear with transferring to four-year for the community she loved, the Lake Region. She earned book lending libraries, and view of LRSC’s success in institutions,” says Dr. Ruch. her first nursing degree from St. Luke’s School of Nurs- knowledgeable staff. mentoring and retaining LRSC is already look- ing in Fargo and began practicing at General Hospital in TRiO boasts an 84-per- students to help them reach ing ahead to 2019 and 2020 Devils Lake. In 1961, she began a 30-year career as a nurse cent retention rate which their educational goals. when this year’s incoming educator at LRSC which produced more than one thou- exceeds the institution’s A college Retention freshmen will graduate. sand practical nurses. She went on to direct the college’s overall average. Committee ensures that We’re evaluating support community education program. Her family and friends TRiO Director Dr. from initial recruiting to strategies that will be most established this endowment to encourage and support Cathleen Ruch invites advising to graduation, the effective for those students students pursuing careers as nurse professionals. incoming students to apply entire student experience is most in need of them. evaluated. The committee “Student success is very  Arvin and Jeanette Rohrer Scholarship Endowment—With for acceptance into the program. You must be low- brainstorms ways to come much a flow from start to this endowment, Arvin and Jeanette seek to create a last- alongside students and help finish,” Nelson says, “and it ing legacy that will reflect their strong belief that success income, first-generation, or them graduate. A network disabled, but statistically takes a unified effort from the is possible through hard work and determination and of behind-the-scenes sup- entire campus to make that that education plays an important role in achieving this you will be twice as likely port for those who are face happen.”  success. Both natives of the Lake Region, they took their to complete your degree!  marriage vows in 1956 and proceeded to take over the family farm. Arvin clearly remembers working with teams of horses before upgrading to a forty-horsepower, two-cylin- der John Deere tractor. They raised small grains and cattle and four sons. In spite of difficult times, farming provided Opportunity found a good life and a great way to raise a family. “We feel blessed and privileged to establish this endowment,” says Arvin. Schol- versities, LRSC offers an with what he needed to arship priority will be given to Benson or Ramsey County atmosphere and services succeed at UND and then students enrolled in agriculture, nursing, or wind energy. to make the transition to a find employment at West- larger university smoother. ern State Bank. “I felt that  Lyder and Boots Tande Memorial Endowment—After a stint “The classes at UND are so LRSC’s business classes helped in the U.S. Army, Lyder Tande left Scobey, Montana, to much bigger, and I didn’t have me ... because of the skills and attend Concordia College in Moorhead on the GI Bill. It the face-to-face connection with theories I learned,” he says. was there he met Isabelle “Boots” Eklund, and they mar- my teachers that I had at Lake Graduates of LRSC’s ried in 1950. He brought his bride back to Scobey, where Region,” Jace recalls. “But Business Administration they worked in the grocery business and raised a family. Lake Region had prepared me program have a firm grasp Daughter Teresa Tande, LRSC associate professor of Eng- to put in good work and effort. of accounting principles lish/Humanities, has established this endowment to honor That enabled me to be success- and theories, recording her parents’ memory and to provide support for exemplary ful.” revenues and expenditures, students who are actively engaged in collegiate activities. hen Jace Greene set Accounting instructor explaining legal require- foot on the UND Kay Grinsteinner always ments for businesses, using  Les and Karn Windjue Endowment—Les and Karn were W born in and raised on farms in the Lake Region, and they campus in 2014, it was with tells prospective students basic budgets and cost both attended LRSC. When asked why they established confidence gained from a that accounting is the lan- estimates, and reading, un- their endowment, they said they wanted to help secure the year and a half of LRSC guage of business. “Anyone derstanding, and explaining future of LRSC and its programs. coursework, knowledge interested in any aspect of financial statements. “We believe in the college that he was debt-free, and An essential benefit of and the life-changing opportunities it has to offer,” said Karn. owning, operating, or manag- All three of their children attended LRSC, and Karn was certainty that business ad- ing a business should consider the Business Administra- employed by the college for ten years. They have observed ministration was the major at least one or two accounting tion program is the oppor- first-hand many student success stories, and their passion he wished to pursue. classes,” she says. No matter tunity to form relationships for LRSC has grown stronger. They were inspired to build Jace had focused on what job you have, you will be within the Lake Region this endowment business and account- impacted by financial data at community. Jace worked “for future studetnts of LRSC ... and our ing classes at LRSC in a as an overnight data center grandchildren!” Earnings will support programs with prior- some point.” ity needs, as determined by college leadership. program that teaches highly Jace found that the representative for Western marketable skills. And accounting and business tate Bank while he was a To learn more about establishing an endowment, please because many students administration program student, and he is now their contact the Foundation Office at (701) 662-1520. transfer to four-year uni- at LRSC equipped him full-time employee!  Branches, Vol. 27, Issue 1, Spring 2017 Page 7 Your chance to study abroad Lady Royals From the floating city of Venice ... In the to the splendors of the Sistine Chapel & Royals y the time you read this, they will explore Venice, news B an intrepid group of Florence, Duomo, Rome,  LRSC student Nicho- LRSC students and com- and Vatican City. Students Sports las Hammons has been munity members will have will experience first-hand awarded a position in the toured from Bavaria to the what they will learn about ifty LRSC student-athletes have earned Mon-Dak Aca- 2017 Research Experiences Black Forest, visiting four in humanities courses dur- Fdemic Team honors for getting it done on the court/field for Undergraduates at North countries in the process. A ing the school year which and in the classroom with cumulative GPAs of 3.00 or Dakota Universities summer journey of a lifetime, this will be tailored to focus higher. LRSC had more students receiving this honor than program. He is one of just excursion took place after on aspects of the trip. This any other Mon-Dak college. 30 students selected from the end of spring semester. opportunity is also open to Danny Mertens, LRSC athletic director, said he is across North Dakota. A The group visited sites in community members. proud of the accomplishments of our athletes during their graduate of Devils Lake Germany, Italy, Austria, A tour company takes seasons and for their classroom success. “We have a long High School, Nick earned and Switzerland during care of all the arrangements history of academic success. Royals’ student athletes lead in aca- his associate degree this the college’s annual study- from take-off to landing demics, skill, and dedication. They devote one hundred percent of spring and will continue his abroad opportunity. back home. To view more themselves, whether it is the classroom, at practice, or in a game. studies in biochemistry and Another journey of a information about the trip Congratulations to Harvey Barr, Adrianna Bibeau, Carly molecular biology. From lifetime is being organized and accommodations, Boe, Jordan Bolton, Brett Bourdreau, R’rionna Brocks, Nicholas there, he plans a career in for May of 2018. The visit www.efcollegestudy- Brooks, Ryan Clark, Kaden Doerksen, Katie Dufner, Nic Fassos, pharmacy or medicine. newly announced nine-day tours.com/professors-trip/ Jadyn Fee, Emma Gary, Hanna Gary, Jared Gesell, Eric Gil-  Marketing students adventure will take travel- 1966700KZ. bertson, Ella Gobald, Jessica Hagen, Landen Hall, Jaden Hanson, participated in the DECA ers through landmarks and The trip can also be Jillian Hanson, Brittany Harris, Hannah Hextall, Bryce Hunt, International Career Devel- locations throughout Italy. budgeted into a student’s Mackenzie Irwin, Andrea Jorgenson, Mary Kalal, Karly Ken- opment Conference in April The group will depart on financial aid. For more in- nelly, Payton Kritzberger, Jade Ledochowski, Jon Lund, Haunani in Anaheim, California. May 14 and fly overnight formation, contact Teresa. Morton, Mercedes Navarrette, Cassidy Nelson, Brett Peterson, Cassy Fayerweather received to Venice. For nine days, [email protected].  Ben Rennie, Sam Riley, Jaeleon Roberts, Emily Schafer, Helen an honorable mention in Schuster, Gina Selfe, Evan Stack, Amber Stewart, Rebekah Stoe, Human Resources Man- Hannah Swartz, Landyn Swenson, Bridger Urban, Krista Waldo, agement, and Devan Sun- Mikayla Wallace, and Tai Yamamoto. deen and Garrett Bonham Congratulations also go out to the Lady Royals softball competed in Business Eth- In memory team for winning the 2017 Mon-Dak Fastpitch Softball ics, a team event. Cassidy Championship this spring, and to their coach, Ben Morris, Nelson competed in the memorial gift is a lasting tribute and a meaningful named Mon-Dak Coach of the Year.  National Management In- A way to honor loved ones. Since July 1, 2016, the Com- stitute, also a team event. munity College Foundation has received gifts in memory She was grouped with of the following: Congress Bundestag Youth Exchange students from across the ant to try something things, but I quickly realized country. DECA is advised Rachel Alexander, Wesley Kraft, Donna Kuchar, Ray- Wdifferent? The U.S. how eye-opening this experi- by Marketing instructor Asleson, Sr., Lorraine Axt- mond Kuchar, Julie Kunkel, Congress and German ence is. ... I learned so much Cindy Brown. man, Kim Baurichter, James Timothy Kurtz, Sr., Beverly Bundestag (parliament) and was able to travel through George Bearfield, James H. Lee, Joan Lindberg, Richard  Skylar Bergstad and An- Beatty, Dorothy M. Johnson Little, Richard Lord, Edgar offer full scholarships for 75 the States. It was definitely the gelica Rodriguez represent- Americans every year. highlight of my life!” Beck, Melvin Beckstrand, F. Luehring, Janet Magnus- ed LRSC at the Kennedy Norman Birkeland, LaVerne son, Bud Matejcek, Mildred The Congress Bundestag Applicants must be 18 Center’s American College Youth Exchange (CBYX) or older, have U.S. citizen- Blake, Joe Bosh, Edith M. Matejcek, Barbara McCor- Theatre Festival in Janu- “Edie” Brown, Gary Brueck- mick, Kristin Knoff McCoy, includes intensive German ship or permanent resi- ary in Des Moines, Iowa. language training, study at dency, have a high school ner, Loretta Margaret Buch- Brooklyn Isobel McManus, Both were nominated meier, Scott M. Burthold, Adeline Miller, Gail Miller, a German university, and diploma or equivalent, and for their roles in Sweeney an internship at a German complete coursework in a Irma Carter, Mary Ann Cava- Alice Joann Mohr, Douglas Todd presented last fall naugh, Sandi Christofferson, E. Mootz, Amy Mosbaek, company. You will learn a target internship field. The by LRSC Playmakers. lot about different cultures, scholarship includes Marvin Dahl, Phyllis Dahl, Jeanet Carol Oji, Duane C. They were joined by other Ronald H. Dahlen, Marie Olson, Joyce M. Olson, Pearl travel through Europe, • round-trip airfare, students nominated for learn a new language, and • language school, M. Dooley, Elizabeth “Betty” Oram, Allen Overland, Me- spring 2016 productions— Dosch, Alf B. Dybing, Jerry linda “Lindy” M. Pare, Anita gain experience to boost • four months of tuition, Paige Prekker for her role your chances for high-pro- • housing, Engels, Chris Enget, Jeffrey “Gwen” Plemel, Maurice in Five Women Wearing the “Jungle” Englehorn, Emery Railing, Douglas G. Rerick, file jobs. This program is • a cost-of-living stipend, Same Dress and Hannah also available for Germans. • program-related travel Fisher, Carol Mae Flaagan, Frank Ritterman, John P. Hardcastle for her work on Helen Foughty, Mary Eliza- Rutten, Jackie Sampson, One of them is Ersin within Germany, and the same production. The Demircan, who currently • health insurance. beth Longie Goodell, Thomas Geneva Schwab, Yvonne C. KCACTF is a national W. “Goose” Greening, De- Schwab, Jerry Seibel, James T. lives, works, and studies at Application season is theater program involv- LRSC. “Coming from a big September 2017. For more lemma Mae Greywater, James Shirek, Randy Shirek, Marvin ing 18,000 students from “Skinny” Hanson, Dorothy N. Shoenborn, Marian “Pat” city on a different continent, information, please visit colleges and universities you’re used to much different cbyx.info.  Haugen, Jayson Haugen, Sigette, Beverly “Ducky” nationwide. Nicole Henke, Benjamin Smith, LeRoy Stebleton, Thomas Hennessey, Anna Shirley Stein, Brian J. Straus, Visit with Lake Region State College at Lucille Hennessy, Dean Mr. and Mrs. Stanley Syver- Hermanson, Harland Hin- son, Isabelle “Boots” Tande, the North Dakota State Fair July 22 to ricks, Curtis L. Hofstad, Kari Dora Mae Tarvestad, Jean July 29 in Minot. We will showcase our Janae Hoover, Jared Hore- Tofsrud, James Toso, Con- jsi, Perry Horner, Merle L. stance “Connie” Tollefson, H. Wind, Simulator, and Precision Ag pro- Huhner, Joan Mootz Janzen, Kent Wakeford, Carl Walking grams throughout the week. Come and Al Jevning, Stuart D. John- Eagle, Jacob Allen Wentz, son, Jerry Kalina, Edward W. Leonard Ziegler, and Marion find us in the All Seasons Arena! Koshney, Raymond J. “Ray” Zimmerman.  Nonprofit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Community College Foundation Grand Forks ND “supporting Lake Region State College” Permit No. 11

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