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HAIL! MINNESOTA Minnesota, Hail to Thee! 201 Hail to Thee our College dear! 8 ALUMNI AWARDS Thy light shall ever be A beacon bright and clear. AFFAIR Thy sons and daughters true Will proclaim Thee near and far. They will guard Thy fame And adore thy name; Save THE Date Thou shalt be their Northern Star! ANNUAL CELEBRATION Friday, April 26, 2019 Thursday, October 4, 2018 6:15 p.m. Reception 7:00 p.m. Dinner and Awards Ceremony MINNESOTA ROUSER Graduate Minneapolis Minnesota, hats off to thee! To thy colors true we shall ever be. Firm and strong, united are we. Rah! Rah! Rah! for Ski-U-Mah. Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! Rah! for the U of M. IGNITE SUCCESS UMNAlumni.org 01115-2 Val Aarsvold Carol Dahlke Gayle S. Hallin Stephen Litton Alexander Oftelie Robert A. Stein Mark M. Abbott Julius E. Davis James H. Hammill Charles Lo Barbara O’Leary Lief R. Strand Karin Alaniz Mervyn de Souza William A. Hanson Susan Adams Loyd Eugene W. Ollila John A. Stromwall 201 James W. Alexander Robert DeMaster Waldo E. Hardell Juanita Luis Jo Ann “Joey” Omlie Michael S. Sudit 8 Arnie Anderson Fredrick J. Dresser Thomas L. Harding Francis (Pug) Lund Mark Omlie James R. Sutherland ALUMNI AWARDS Donna Anderson Jim du Bois James C. Harris Vigil J.P. Lundquist Jan Ormasa Thomas H. Swain AFFAIR Jennifer Anderson Matthew B. Dudley Brenda Hartman Eugene Lysen Brian Osberg James T. Swenson Roberta J. Anderson Donna Dvorak Bruce Hawkinson Kendall Macho Charles M. Osborne Paul Taylor Stuart Lane Arey Mary W. Eberhardt Roger R. Haxby Harvey B. Mackay Arnold C. Oss Lewis W. Thom PROGRAM Michelle S. Aytay Chuck J. Edward Janet Heidinger Lucinda Maine Alison Page Melissa Thorson Russell E. Backstrom Marilyn R. Eelkema Albert H. Heimbach Daniel W. Mallin Ben W. Palmer Kari Torkelson OPENING REMARKS Vincent Bailey Robert W. Eichinger Barbara Perso Constance Deters Howard B. Palmer Marvin Trammel Lisa Lewis, President and CEO Kevin Barcus Mary Endorf Heinemann Malmsten Deanna Peterson Ertugrul Tuzcu University of Minnesota Alumni Association Marjorie D. Barnes Duane H. Engebretson Arnold Hill Marie Manthey Jim Pichler Michael Unger Andrea Hjelm Douglas R. Manuel UNIVERSITY GREETINGS Bruce W. Beckman Glenn E. Engebretson Carol Pine Betsy Vohs Harriet T. Holden Scott Manwarren Hon. Randy Simonson (Ph.D. ’81) Sue A. Bennett Roger Erickson Cheryl Powers Jeanne M. Voigt University of Minnesota Board of Regents John Bergstrom Rondi Erickson J. D. Holtzermann Pat Martinson Maureen Reed David E. Walstad Reuben Berman George L. Faber Deborah Hopp Joseph Angus Maun William Reilly Edith Powers Wargo STUDENT AWARDS William C. Bernstein Kay Fellows Kent R. Horsager Janie S. Mayeron Carmen Richards C. Herman Welch MARY A. McEVOY AWARD FOR PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP Simon Hu Paula Mazzacano DONALD R. ZANDER ALUMNI AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING STUDENT LEADERSHIP Frank A. Bezdicek Lillian M. Fink Anne Thorbeck Richter Bonnie J. Welshons Timothy Huebsch Malcolm A. McCannel Recognized by: Clara L. Bierman Edward F. Flynn Kathleen C. Ridder Roy G. Wetterstrom President Eric Kaler (Ph.D. ’82) Ann Carlson Birt John Foley Gates Hunt Padraic S. McGuire Charles Judd Ringer John T. Wetzel Robert A. Bjork Linnea R. Forsell Ann Huntrods Paul D. Meierant Robert Roesler Milton Wick Student Speakers: Henry Blissenbach Barbara Stephens Richard M. Hyllested John Mendesh James Rutzick Janet Hart Widseth Morrine Omolo Walter Blumst Foster James Jernberg Jan Anderson Meyer Alan K. Ruvelson Sr. Edwin A. Willson College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (M.S. ‘21) Wallace L. Boss N. Jean Fountain Grant H. Johnson Thomas Meyer Wallace Salovich George H. Winn Gwendolyn Freed Carroll Kinse Michener Gabriella Granada Donald G. Brauer Joyce Rude Johnson Parker D. Sanders Carl Woie College of Liberal Arts (B.A. ‘19) George M. Briggs John French Julie Johnson Marsha K. Millonig Randall L. Schiestl Elayne Wolfenson Deborah Broberg Gerald H. Friedell Lawrence E. Johnson David Mona Dennis Schulstad Wells J. Wright DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP AWARD FOR INTERNATIONALS Janny Dwyer Brust Fred R. Friswold C. David Jones Linda Mona Robert K. Schultz Milton S. Wunderlich Presented by: N.L. Gault Jr. Bernadine Joselyn Bruce W. Mooty Craig L. Seitel Lisa Lewis Mark H. Butler Anthony F. Yapel Nedret E. Butler Joseph A. Gibilisco Carol Kelsey John W. Mooty Robert J. Sheran Michael Zakula Doug Huebsch (B.S. ‘85), Board Chair Anne R. Carroll Archie Givens Edward J. Kodet Jr. Laura Marie Moret Barbara J. Shin Richard Zeyen University of Minnesota Alumni Association Marcia C. Carthaus Kenneth C. (Twice) M. Constance Kozlak Sandy Morris Margot Siegel Glaser ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARDS Roger Chamberlain Bill Kreykes Carol Mulligan Norman Sieling PAST ALUMNI SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS AWARD SERVICE ALUMNI PAST Steven Goldstein Presented by: Marilyn Chelstrom Doobie Kurus Richard T. Murphy Jr. Katherine Siggerud Robert Graber Doug Huebsch Charlotte Winge Chope Roy W. Larsen Bruce Nelson Steve Simenson Violet Rosacke Graf James L. Chosy Heather L. Midje Larson Harvey Nelson Ronald L. Simon Lisa Lewis Franklin D. Gray Raymond Christensen Thomas W. LaSalle Rusty Nelson Nadine G. Smith Frank Grazzini ll UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA ALUMNI SERVICE AWARDS Ronald Christenson Lawrence A. Laukka Kathleen J. Newell Clifford C. Sommer Presented by: Louis Gross Lawrence S. Clark June LaValleur Pamela Nichols Ellen L. Sorenson Lisa Lewis Sigurd Hagen M. Elizabeth Craig Nancy M. Lindahl Noel Nix Maynard Speece Owen K. Hallberg Hon. Randy Simonson Henry W. Dahlberg Jr. Janice Linster Jerry Noyce Emily Anne Staples 2018 ALUMNI AWARDS AFFAIR

MARY A. MCEVOY AWARD FOR PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP RECIPIENTS Traditionally awarded to one graduate and one professional student for their exceptional academic achievement, leadership, service and personal character. Each recipient receives a $1,000 scholarship. Candidates for this award are selected from the recipients of the 2018 President’s Student Leadership and Service Award.

DONALD R. ZANDER ALUMNI AWARD FOR STUDENT LEADERSHIP RECIPIENTS This is awarded to undergraduate students for their exceptional academic achievement, leadership, service and personal character. Each recipient receives a $2,000 scholarship from the University of Minnesota Alumni Association in honor of Donald R. Zander. Candidates for this award are selected from the recipients of the 2018 President’s Student Leadership and Service Award. MARY A. MCEVOY AWARD FOR PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP RECIPIENTS

Caleb Murphy Medical School (M.D., M.B.A. ’18)

Caleb grew up in Ramsey, MN and was, until very recently, a lifelong Minnesotan. After graduating from Northwestern College (Saint Paul, MN) with a biology degree, he attended the University of Minnesota for professional school, graduating with his M.D. and M.B.A. degrees. He recently began internal medicine residency at the University of Nevada-Las Vegas. His main career interests include primary care (especially working with military veterans) and finding safer and more cost-effective ways to design and deliver healthcare. As a U of M student, he served on the American College of Physicians’ national health policy committee, won funding in a healthcare innovation competition to continue his efforts promoting high-value clinical practices, and helped author a report addressing employment barriers in under-resourced Minneapolis neighborhoods with the University’s Center for Integrative Leadership.

Morrine Omolo College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (M.S. ‘21)

Mary A. McEvoy Award Speaker

Morrine Omolo, is a Zawadi Africa Education Fund Scholar from Kenya. She obtained her BSc. in biochemistry from Fairleigh Dickinson University, Teaneck, NJ and an M.S. in food science from U of M. Presently, she is a doctoral student and Schlumberger Faculty for the Future Fellow at the U of M Department of Food Science and Nutrition. Morrine is the 2018 awardee of the Mary A. McEvoy Award, the President’s Student Leadership and Service Award and the CFANS Alumni Society Graduate Student Leadership Award. Outside of class and lab, Morrine has served on various leadership and service roles, including as a graduate student representative to the U of M Board of Regents. Most recently, she was selected to serve on the Graduate School Advisory Board. Her dream in life is world peace…but for now, she is content with investigating how and why bad bacteria in food do such a good job at making us sick. 2 DONALD R. ZANDER ALUMNI AWARD FOR STUDENT LEADERSHIP RECIPIENTS

David Begelman College of Biological Sciences (B.S. ‘18)

David graduated with a major in neuroscience and will be pursuing medical and graduate school in the future. Apart from sharing silly love stories, he enjoys asking questions and searching for the answers. David founded the Swipe Out Hunger chapter and worked alongside numerous organizations such as Nutritious U Pantry, Aramark, and Boynton Health Service to advocate for students undergoing food insecurity and homelessness. David created a new resource on campus that provides unused dining hall meals to students undergoing food insecurity through a donation system.

Monica Delgado College of Liberal Arts (B.A. ‘18)

Monica graduated from the University of Minnesota in May 2018 with a major in political science and minors in public health and neuroscience. She is passionate about global and local health and related health policy, and is currently pursuing a law degree at the University of Wisconsin. Monica’s interest in the mutual influence between communities and health systems was a constant throughout her undergraduate career; she worked at the U’s Office for Public Engagement, the Minnesota State Legislature, a local Minneapolis environmental law firm, and the University of Pennsylvania’s Leonard Davis Institute of Health Economics. She also examined this relationship abroad through a global community health program in India, South Africa, and Brazil. At the U of M, Monica served on the Student Unions and Activities Board of Governors and worked with incoming students through various mentorship programs.

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Elliot Fleck College of Liberal Arts (B.A. ‘18)

Elliot graduated with a major in anthropology and minor in biology in May 2018, and he is currently working with a local adolescent dual diagnosis substance abuse treatment program. As a first-generation LGBT college student from the rural South, he came to Minnesota for both education and healthcare and is deeply passionate about medical accessibility, community health, and economic inequality. During his time at the U and with the Queer Student Cultural Center, Elliot worked with Boynton to bring attention to the areas where the U has failed LGBT patients. Post graduation, he continues to work one on one within the LGBT community to advocate for patients and assist in navigating the maze of insurance and providers in order to get the care to which they are entitled.

Gabriella Granada College of Liberal Arts (B.A. ‘19)

Donald R. Zander Alumni Award Speaker

Gabriella is pursuing a degree in english in the College of Liberal Arts. She is an active student leader, journalist, and advocate. She led in the creation of the Multiracial Student Union, a dialogue group for students of mixed race identities, and She’s the First—UMN, a group that combats global gender inequality through the educational agency of girls in developing countries. She also volunteers at The Aurora Center and Tubman as a certified sexual assault crisis counselor, serving the campus and greater Twin Cities communities. Her writing most often covers women’s socio-political issues. Her work has been published in City Pages, The Riveter, The Wake, and The Tower Art and Literary Magazine.

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DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP AWARD FOR INTERNATIONALS Recipients must be a graduate or former student of the University of Minnesota or an international friend of the University who has meaningful linkage to the institution. These individuals have attained unusual distinction as professionals in their careers within institutions or in public service and have either demonstrated sustained outstanding achievement and leadership or demonstrated promise of such on a local, national, or international level. DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP AWARD FOR INTERNATIONALS

Mateus Rodriguez Alves (Ph.D. ‘12) Social and Administrative Pharmacy Brazil

Djenane Ramalho de Oliveira (Ph.D. (‘03) Social and Administrative Pharmacy Brazil

Dr. Djenane Ramalho de Oliveira and Dr. Mateus Rodriguez Alves are leaders in the healthcare field, using their studies of pharmacy to transform medication use and patient-centered care in their home country of Brazil. Dr. Oliveira and Dr. Rodriguez were jointly recognized, as they not only work closely together in their professional pursuits, but are also a married couple. Dr. Oliveira and Dr. Alves each earned a Ph.D. in social and administrative pharmacy at the University of Minnesota. Dr. Oliveira currently works as a professor and researcher, and has received the highest honor in pharmacy in Brazil. Dr. Alves is currently pursuing an Executive Masters of Business Administration at a highly ranked business school in Brazil. Together, Dr. Oliveira and Dr. Alves have worked as a team to promote pharmaceutical reform. They jointly created the Center for Pharmaceutical Care Studies in Brazil to heighten levels of patient care, and are the first international graduates to serve on the University of Minnesota College of Pharmacy Alumni Board.

In naming Dr. Oliveira and Dr. Alves as joint recipients of the Distinguished Leadership Award for Internationals, the selection committee acknowledges their innovative and care-centered contributions to the pharmaceutical field in Brazil and abroad.

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Kuei-Min Chen (M.S. ‘96, Ph.D. ‘12) Gerontological Nursing Taiwan

Dr. Kuei-Min Chen is an established gerontological health expert working to advance the health and wellbeing of older adults in Taiwan and around the world. In her 30 years as a gerontological clinical nurse specialist, she has made significant contributions in her field that will benefit aging populations now and in the future. At the University of Minnesota, Dr. Chen earned her M.S. and Ph.D. in gerontological nursing. Her dissertation focused on the use of tai chi with community dwelling elders, and she has expanded on this research throughout her career. She has also contributed her expertise to the policy-making process at a national level in Taiwan. Dr. Chen currently holds a number of high-ranking positions at the Ministry of Science and Technology, Kaohsiung Medical University, and Kaohsiung City Government. As an exemplary nurse, scientist, and educator, Dr. Chen was inducted as a fellow into the prestigious American Academy of Nursing in 2017.

In naming Dr. Chen as a recipient of the Distinguished Leadership Award for Internationals, the selection committee acknowledges her continuous devotion to improving the lives of aging adults and educating the next generation of nursing professionals.

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Sudarat Damrongwatanapokin (Ph.D. ‘93) Veterinary Medicine Thailand

Dr. Sudarat Damrongwatanapokin has worked tirelessly throughout her career to find and implement solutions to the largest global public health and development challenges of our time. During her 30 years of service, Dr. Damrongwatanapokin has proven to be a resourceful, innovative, and outstanding leader in her field. In 1986, Dr. Damrongwatanapokin was awarded a Fulbright Scholarship for Ph.D. study of veterinary microbiology at the University of Minnesota. Upon receiving her doctorate, Dr. Damrongwatanapokin worked as a swine virologist expert in Thailand. She was the first person in Thailand to isolate the porcine reproductive and respiratory syndrome virus, and would go on to play a key role in addressing H5N1 outbreaks in 2003. Today, Dr. Damrongwatanapokin works at USAID Regional Development Mission Asia as a regional animal health advisor. She has served throughout avian influenza outbreaks over the past decade, and is active in supporting development activities to prevent and control emerging infectious disease threats.

In naming Dr. Damrongwatanapokin as a recipient of the Distinguished Leadership Award for Internationals, the selection committee acknowledges her many contributions to the field of global health research as well as her leadership in the study of emerging infectious disease.

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Xinshen Diao (Ph.D. ‘95) Applied Economics China

Dr. Xinshen Diao has dedicated more than 30 years of work and research to improving the lives of some of the world’s most underprivileged populations. She is a research leader in poverty reduction analysis in African countries, and focuses on economic and agricultural transformations. Growing up in China during the Cultural Revolution, Dr. Diao was not able to receive a traditional education, but managed to qualify for admission to the prestigious Beijing Institute of Economics, where she earned her B.A. and M.A. Dr. Diao was accepted into the University of Minnesota’s Ph.D. program in applied economics in 1990. After graduation, Dr. Diao started her tenure with the International Food Policy Research Institute (IFPRI). Dr. Daio now serves as the deputy director of the Development Strategy and Governance Division and a senior research fellow at the IFPRI. She is also holds positions at the Regional Strategic Analysis and Knowledge Support System in Asia, and the Food Security Project.

In naming Dr. Diao as a recipient of the Distinguished Leadership Award for Internationals, the selection committee acknowledges her many research contributions and recognizes the determination, leadership, and resourcefulness she has displayed throughout her career.

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Abosede Oyeleye Human Rights Humphrey Fellow (‘15-’16) Nigeria

Ms. Abosede Oyeleye is a devoted advocate for the rights of women, orphans, and vulnerable children in Nigeria. As a leading force in the field of social work, Ms. Oyeleye is deeply committed to serving others and providing marginalized communities with the chance to thrive. In 2005, Ms. Oyeleye founded the Children Emergency Relief Foundation in Lagos, Nigeria. The Foundation provides services for more than 20,000 children and families. Based on this work, Ms. Oyeleye was accepted as an International Hubert Humphrey Fellow at the Human Rights Center at the University of Minnesota Law School in 2015. During her fellowship, Ms. Oyeleye took courses in international law, social work leadership, and project management. She made more than 20 site visits to local organizations and completed a professional affiliation with the Tubman Center, a shelter for people who have experienced relationship violence or other forms of abuse.

Today, Ms. Oyeleye works as the executive director of the Children Emergency Relief Foundation, and has won awards from many high- ranking international organizations. In naming Ms. Oyeleye as a recipient of the Distinguished Leadership Award for Internationals, the selection committee acknowledges her tenacious dedication to improving lives and supporting vulnerable populations.

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ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARD RECIPIENTS Each fall, the Alumni Association celebrates the achievements of outstanding individuals, alumni societies, and alumni networks that have demonstrated exceptional commitment and leadership to the Alumni Association and the University during the previous year. These awards recognize and celebrate those who contribute to the mission of the Alumni Association by connecting alumni, students, and friends in lifelong support of the University of Minnesota and each other. ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARD RECIPIENTS

PROGRAM Alumni volunteers of the College of Liberal Arts EXTRAORDINAIRE — have energetically engaged to inspire fellow SOCIETY graduates, incoming and current students about the power of a CLA education. CLA’s “We Are Liberal Arts” (WALA) project has highlighted COLLEGE OF a broad spectrum of alumni examples in the LIBERAL ARTS ramp-up to the college’s 150th anniversary We Are Liberal Arts year. Framed as short 2-minute video clips, WALA features alumni speaking to the value of their liberal arts degrees and the 10 Core Career Competencies offered through a CLA education. The project also runs parallel with the CLA’s “Shattering Expectations” campaign and its Career Readiness efforts. It truly exemplifies the limitless potential for CLA graduates to build dynamic connections, lead fulfilling professional lives, and change the world for the better.

CLA Advancement, Career Readiness, and Liberal Arts Technologies and Innovation Services staff members and alumni volunteers teamed to create 22 short films featuring 24 alumni which have been rolled out via student and alumni email publications and social media channels. Additionally, 10 films were produced highlighting the Core Career Competencies featured on the college’s “Get Ready” student website. Alumni volunteers continue to help drive the WALA project through referrals, serving as subjects, preparing for interviews, assisting in production, and helping spread the message through both personal and professional networks.

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PROGRAM With more than 2,000 U of M alumni working EXTRAORDINAIRE — at local medical device leader, Medtronic, NETWORK it comes as no surprise that this recently established alumni group has quickly flourished. The network launched in fall 2016 with the MEDTRONIC ALUMNI UMN Club Speaker Series for Medtronic NETWORK Alumni, Current and/or Prospective Students Speaker Series — an ongoing lunch hour event that highlights University faculty who speak on topics relevant to business leadership and the medical device industry. This has included faculty speakers from the U’s Technological Leadership Institute and the Carlson School of Management’s Medical Industry Leadership Institute. Each spring, the speaker series shifts to providing on-site recruiting information sessions, tours, and panel discussions at Medtronic to promote graduate programs to help develop their future leaders. This spring, Medtronic alumni and IT executives served on panels and as judges for the U of M’s CoMIS — a 24-hour competition that simulates real-world business conditions.

In collaboration with Medtronic’s IT department, the network has built its own internal listserv, with a company distribution list of over 400 alumni and friends. Additionally, 240 people have joined the network’s online community hub, where alumni can connect and stay updated on U of M opportunities and activities. The network also supports the University by participating in related volunteer events.

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OUTSTANDING Since 2003, the Dakota County Chapter (DCC) NETWORK OF THE YEAR has been consistently growing and actively supporting the University of Minnesota and its initiatives, alumni, and students. Through a DAKOTA COUNTY variety of activities that span from community CHAPTER service to athletics and special events, the DCC engages and inspires its members to not only stay connected, but to do good in the world as well. In recent years, the organization has initiated community support projects, such as providing volunteer service for land clean up around Thompson Lake in West Saint Paul, and participating in the U of M’s annual Day of Service, which found alumni helping package 49,248 meals for Africa with non-profit organization, Feed My Starving Children.

When the State of Minnesota legislature is in full session, members of the DCC chapter mobilize at the home of former Mayor of Mendota Heights, Sandra Krebsbach, to tackle topics such as University budget support and public policy issues. In 2017, members met with State Representative Rick Hansen to discuss issues related to the University, as well as the need for better gun control laws.

The DCC also engages its members through a variety of sporting and social events, including a fundraising luncheon to support their annual scholarship program, and tours of regional breweries and wineries. The chapter has hosted approximately 30 professors and University staff over the years for speaking engagements, which are frequently held at the Mendota Heights city council chambers -- an ongoing partnership between the DCC and local government.

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OUTSTANDING SOCIETY Founded in 1952, the College of Science and OF THE YEAR Engineering Alumni Society (CSEAS) is one of the first alumni organizations formed at the University of Minnesota. Since restructuring in COLLEGE OF SCIENCE 2011-12, the CSEAS board has put an emphasis on AND ENGINEERING engaging a broader audience of alumni through unique special events, networking opportunities, volunteerism, and collaborations.

Over the past year, the board has focused on creating engagement that advances the messages of the CSE Driven fundraising campaign. These efforts include a TED talk-style lecture series showcasing top faculty, as well as a new event designed to draw alumni to the annual student- produced Winter Light Show — reinforcing the campaign priority to provide current students with more experiential learning opportunities.

CSEAS leadership has an active culture that inspires its members to take ownership of events and initiatives. As a result, the organization has been hosting regularly sold-out, well-received events that show a 25% uptick in events offered over the past two years. CSEAS works with the CSE Student Services on an ongoing mentorship program, has a presence at the CSE Career Fairs, and partners with the UMAA and outside organizations such as the Bakken Museum, Bell Museum, and St. Anthony Falls Laboratory to provide thought-provoking event experiences and lifelong learning opportunities.

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U40 ALUMNI LEADER – KAAMIL A. HAIDER (B.F.A. ‘17) Co-recipient College of Design

At the age of six, Kaamil A. Haider migrated from Somalia in 1990 due to civil war—carrying the heart and soul of its culture into his life’s work.

Kaamil started in chemistry at the University but finished in 2017 with a degree in graphic design. Spurred on by the lack of representation of Somali design aesthetics in art and design history, he created “Stamps of Somalia: Illuminating a Nation” as his senior project. Rooted in the history of Somalia and its long-lost postal system due to war, the project translated geographic and cultural imagery into postage stamp design and opened dialogue within and outside the Somali community through the universal language of art and design.

Community-oriented throughout his entire academic career, Kaamil connected his education with his passion, co-founding Soomaal House of Art, a Somali visual artists collective. Beyond exhibitions and educational programming, the organization helps Somali youth see the potential of careers in the arts and advocates for policy to advance the role of Somali visual artists. Additional support for his community includes creating branding for the Somali Museum of Minnesota and serving as a graphic designer for the Minnesota History Museum’s Somali exhibition.

Kaamil’s strong community ties and leadership skills, paired with his creative eye for art and design, will continue to build bridges between Somali Minnesotans and Minnesotans of all cultures.

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U40 ALUMNI LEADER – ERIC SANNERUD (B.S. ‘13) Co-recipient College of Continuing and Professional Studies

After graduating from the U in 2013, Eric Sannerud has worked tirelessly to build a brighter future for both local and global agricultural and food communities. A 4th generation farmer and entrepreneur, he has built his own business, helped create new tax policies for farmers, and actively serves as a mentor to young food producers in many capacities.

Eric is CEO and co-founder of Mighty Axe Hops, a Minnesota hops farm that supplies local craft brewers. He is also co-founder of Sandbox Center for Regenerative Entrepreneurship, an incubator that encourages a healthier food system by regenerating our land, economy, and society. In addition, Eric helped start Urban Oasis, a sustainable food center, and managed their successful campaign to win the Saint Paul Foundation’s $1 Million Idea Challenge. Instrumental in establishing a first- in-the-country tax credit law in Minnesota, Eric coordinated lobbying efforts to see landowners receive a state income tax credit when they sell or rent land to a beginning farmer, thusly incentivizing the passing on of farm land to the next generation.

Eric is dedicated to inspiring young people in both business and agricultural change-making. Since he graduated, he has participated in the CFANS Mentor Program every year, and his business, Mighty Hops, recruits via the St. Paul Campus Career and Internship Fair. Eric’s diligence as a civic leader, inspired entrepreneur, and all-around connector will make an impact for generations to come.

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ADVOCATE OF THE YEAR PAUL TAYLOR (B.A. ’61) College of Liberal Arts

An exemplary champion for the University, Paul Taylor has spent years working to help improve, sustain, and support the English department and its community. With a major focus on the renovation of Pillsbury Hall, Paul has spent many hours meeting with government staff, legislators, the House and Senate Capital Investment Committees, and many more. Earlier this year, he led an especially persuasive tour of Pillsbury Hall for advisors to the Governor — a meeting that directly resulted in the inclusion of the Pillsbury Hall renovation in Dayton’s bonding request to the legislature. Paul has been an essential driving force behind the effort, connecting with key players at the University to rally support. He worked with the co-chair of the University’s capital campaign to communicate the importance of investment in Pillsbury Hall, a move that helped position the renovation as a leading campaign goal.

In addition to his advocacy work, Paul is an outstanding benefactor and advisor to the English department. He has been instrumental in steering fundraising and growth of the University’s undergraduate literary arts magazine, The Ivory Tower. By assisting in the establishment of a “Friends and Family” funding drive, the publication is able to pay for the majority of its printing expenses each year. He and his wife also established the Paul and Lucienne Taylor Grant Internship Program, which provides the opportunity for English majors to work with the University of Minnesota Press, widely respected as one of the world’s leading academic presses.

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U OF M ALUMNI SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS The University of Minnesota Alumni Service Award recognizes the service of an alumni volunteer who has made a significant impact on the University, its schools, colleges, departments, or faculty, or to the University of Minnesota Alumni Association or any of its constituent groups.

The profiles that follow appear on the official citations that are presented to the recipients, preceded by, “Upon recommendation of the University of Minnesota Alumni Association, the Regents of the University of Minnesota, in recognition of devoted service, present this Alumni Service Award on October 4, 2018.” U OF M ALUMNI SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS

PAUL HUGUNIN (B.S. ‘89) COLLEGE OF FOOD, AGRICULTURAL AND NATURAL RESOURCE SCIENCES

Since graduating with a degree in agricultural business administration, Paul Hugunin has not only gone on to an impressive career with the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, but has maintained a strong, steadfast bond to his alma mater. Serving on the CFANS Alumni Society board for 6 years, 2 of which he lead as president, Paul has made significant contributions to the organization’s programming and strategic direction. Under his leadership, CFANS was able to expand sponsorship support for alumni programs and also establish the Alumni Society Graduate Student Professional Development Fund. During his time on the board, Paul led the initial charge on developing strategic initiatives designed to recruit and retain students, engage alumni, and build an inclusive community. For over 20 years, Paul has been instrumental in the work and development of the CFANS Mentor Program. As a co-chair of the mentor committee, he has helped match more than 200 students with industry mentors. He has personally mentored 10 students, in addition to regularly speaking on panels and at career, recruitment and admissions events. Paul has also partnered closely with CFANS on program development, including Minnesota Grown and the Agricultural Research, Education, Extension and Technology Transfer (AGREETT) program. A passionate, dedicated advocate and partner for the college, the Alumni Society, and the University of Minnesota, Paul continues to generously share his time, talent and resources to build a bright future for both students and alumni.

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DENNIS MARTENSON (B.C.E. ‘67, M.S. ‘68) COLLEGE OF SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

After receiving Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Civil Engineering in 1967 and 1968, Dennis Martenson went on to establish himself as a nationally prominent member of his professional community in design, construction, and operation of water supply and wastewater treatment facilities. Dennis also became an indispensable leader within the U of M alumni family. For 20 years, Dennis has been instrumental in organizing the Department of Civil, Environmental, and Geo- Engineering’s (CEGE) capstone design course, which pairs small groups of University students with professionals in the engineering community to complete “real world” projects. Having secured over 370 engineers to participate in the program, Dennis has been essential in the educational development of future industry leaders. A major proponent of professional responsibility Dennis lends time and expertise to College of Science and Engineering (CSE) students, counseling them on the benefits of licensure and ethics in their field, and encouraging them to engage with the professional community from the beginning of their careers. He has also led by example by giving back. He and his wife, Catherine, have created an endowed scholarship to support environmental engineering students. Dennis has served on countless advisory and planning committees, including CEGE’s department head search committee, CSE’s 50th reunion committee, and helping to develop the CEGE strategic plan. .

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DANIEL MCDONALD (B.E.E. ‘82, J.D. ‘85) ALUMNI ASSOCIATION

With a deeply-rooted connection to the University, Daniel McDonald has offered steadfast support through years of dedicated service. Since obtaining degrees from the College of Science and Engineering (‘82) and the U of M Law School (‘85), Daniel has gone on to build a prestigious career as an attorney, while still maintaining close ties to his alma mater. Throughout the past twenty years, Daniel has held major leadership positions within the UMAA as well as with his college’s alumni society and the law school’s advisory board, where he currently serves as board chair. When Daniel joined the Law School’s Board of Advisors in 2013, he drew on his knowledge as an attorney to help develop the Alumni Advisor program, which connects professors with leading practitioners to ensure curriculum remains relevant and up to date. He has served on the UMAA’s Finance and Audit Committee, Nominating and Board Development Committee, Financial Model Task Force, and Executive Committee, and led the Institute of Technology Alumni Society as Board Chair. In October of 2017, Daniel was appointed to serve as the Alumni Association’s representative on the Gateway Corporation Board of Directors. Daniel has been a steadfast visionary and integral volunteer, lending an essential voice to the Law School’s strategic direction, acting as a vocal representative in the community, and generously donating his time, expertise, and personal resources.

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SCOTT SETZEPFANDT (B.S. ‘79) COLLEGE OF PHARMACY

Known as a dedicated, fully-engaged leader, Scott Setzepfandt has proven his value to the U of M community time and time again. Graduating in 1979 from the College of Pharmacy, Scott has remained involved as a Life Member of the UMAA and Pharmacy Alumni Society. A loyal advocate and contributor to the College of Pharmacy’s Century Mortar Club (CMC), he has served on its board of the directors as both a president and board member for 14 years. Known for always saying “yes” when his help is needed, Scott has been an essential part of the University’s alumni landscape. Committed to the development of students, Scott has played the role of formal and informal mentor to countless undergraduates. This exemplary service was recognized when he was awarded the Pharmacy Alumni Society’s “Mentor of the Year” Award. He’s made himself available to students as a contact in the pharmaceutical industry since he graduated, and is always willing to connect with them to offer helpful career advice. Recently retired, Scott made his mark with a prolific career in pharmaceuticals — namely as a government affairs manager. Thanks to that specialized experience, he’s been able to lend a unique view on policy to the CMC board. His invaluable leadership, knowledge, and passion has been, and continues to be, indispensable to the college, University, its students and alumni.

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TODD WILLIAMS (B.S.B. ‘91) CARLSON SCHOOL OF MANAGEMENT

Dedicated to building up and inspiring the University’s future business leaders, Todd Williams has consistently lent his time and experience to students, both prospective and current. Having graduated with a business degree in 1991, Todd’s service on the UMAA board and the Carlson School of Management Undergraduate Advisory Board has helped set in motion and define integral diversity initiatives at the U of M.

Known for asking the simple yet imperative question “How can I help?”, Todd, who holds the position of Director of Diversity and Inclusion at Target Corporation, has enthusiastically engaged with the Carlson School in a wide variety of ways. He’s volunteered his time to both students and leadership in the realms of mentorship, strategy, consultation, speaking engagements, and case competitions — including the 2017 Target Business Innovation Challenge, which called for students to consider the role gender plays in toy merchandising. When the college sought out a keynote speaker to address over 100 underrepresented high school students about pursuing careers in business, Todd was eager to share his wisdom as someone who had once been in their shoes. Over the years, he has positioned himself as a patient, available resource to University leadership by listening, sharing connections, and helping strategize on essential initiatives.

His commitment to helping the school move diversity and inclusion efforts forward has not only made a tangible, positive impact on the undergraduate experience, but has helped usher in a new era at the University.

24 Val Aarsvold Carol Dahlke Gayle S. Hallin Stephen Litton Alexander Oftelie Robert A. Stein Mark M. Abbott Julius E. Davis James H. Hammill Charles Lo Barbara O’Leary Lief R. Strand Karin Alaniz Mervyn de Souza William A. Hanson Susan Adams Loyd Eugene W. Ollila John A. Stromwall 201 James W. Alexander Robert DeMaster Waldo E. Hardell Juanita Luis Jo Ann “Joey” Omlie Michael S. Sudit 8 Arnie Anderson Fredrick J. Dresser Thomas L. Harding Francis (Pug) Lund Mark Omlie James R. Sutherland ALUMNI AWARDS Donna Anderson Jim du Bois James C. Harris Vigil J.P. Lundquist Jan Ormasa Thomas H. Swain AFFAIR Jennifer Anderson Matthew B. Dudley Brenda Hartman Eugene Lysen Brian Osberg James T. Swenson Roberta J. Anderson Donna Dvorak Bruce Hawkinson Kendall Macho Charles M. Osborne Paul Taylor Stuart Lane Arey Mary W. Eberhardt Roger R. Haxby Harvey B. Mackay Arnold C. Oss Lewis W. Thom PROGRAM Michelle S. Aytay Chuck J. Edward Janet Heidinger Lucinda Maine Alison Page Melissa Thorson Russell E. Backstrom Marilyn R. Eelkema Albert H. Heimbach Daniel W. Mallin Ben W. Palmer Kari Torkelson OPENING REMARKS Vincent Bailey Robert W. Eichinger Barbara Perso Constance Deters Howard B. Palmer Marvin Trammel Lisa Lewis, President and CEO Kevin Barcus Mary Endorf Heinemann Malmsten Deanna Peterson Ertugrul Tuzcu University of Minnesota Alumni Association Marjorie D. Barnes Duane H. Engebretson Arnold Hill Marie Manthey Jim Pichler Michael Unger Andrea Hjelm Douglas R. Manuel UNIVERSITY GREETINGS Bruce W. Beckman Glenn E. Engebretson Carol Pine Betsy Vohs Harriet T. Holden Scott Manwarren Hon. Randy Simonson (Ph.D. ’81) Sue A. Bennett Roger Erickson Cheryl Powers Jeanne M. Voigt University of Minnesota Board of Regents John Bergstrom Rondi Erickson J. D. Holtzermann Pat Martinson Maureen Reed David E. Walstad Reuben Berman George L. Faber Deborah Hopp Joseph Angus Maun William Reilly Edith Powers Wargo STUDENT AWARDS William C. Bernstein Kay Fellows Kent R. Horsager Janie S. Mayeron Carmen Richards C. Herman Welch MARY A. McEVOY AWARD FOR PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP Simon Hu Paula Mazzacano DONALD R. ZANDER ALUMNI AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING STUDENT LEADERSHIP Frank A. Bezdicek Lillian M. Fink Anne Thorbeck Richter Bonnie J. Welshons Timothy Huebsch Malcolm A. McCannel Recognized by: Clara L. Bierman Edward F. Flynn Kathleen C. Ridder Roy G. Wetterstrom President Eric Kaler (Ph.D. ’82) Ann Carlson Birt John Foley Gates Hunt Padraic S. McGuire Charles Judd Ringer John T. Wetzel Robert A. Bjork Linnea R. Forsell Ann Huntrods Paul D. Meierant Robert Roesler Milton Wick Student Speakers: Henry Blissenbach Barbara Stephens Richard M. Hyllested John Mendesh James Rutzick Janet Hart Widseth Morrine Omolo Walter Blumst Foster James Jernberg Jan Anderson Meyer Alan K. Ruvelson Sr. Edwin A. Willson College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (M.S. ‘21) Wallace L. Boss N. Jean Fountain Grant H. Johnson Thomas Meyer Wallace Salovich George H. Winn Gwendolyn Freed Carroll Kinse Michener Gabriella Granada Donald G. Brauer Joyce Rude Johnson Parker D. Sanders Carl Woie College of Liberal Arts (B.A. ‘19) George M. Briggs John French Julie Johnson Marsha K. Millonig Randall L. Schiestl Elayne Wolfenson Deborah Broberg Gerald H. Friedell Lawrence E. Johnson David Mona Dennis Schulstad Wells J. Wright DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP AWARD FOR INTERNATIONALS Janny Dwyer Brust Fred R. Friswold C. David Jones Linda Mona Robert K. Schultz Milton S. Wunderlich Presented by: N.L. Gault Jr. Bernadine Joselyn Bruce W. Mooty Craig L. Seitel Lisa Lewis Mark H. Butler Anthony F. Yapel Nedret E. Butler Joseph A. Gibilisco Carol Kelsey John W. Mooty Robert J. Sheran Michael Zakula Doug Huebsch (B.S. ‘85), Board Chair Anne R. Carroll Archie Givens Edward J. Kodet Jr. Laura Marie Moret Barbara J. Shin Richard Zeyen University of Minnesota Alumni Association Marcia C. Carthaus Kenneth C. (Twice) M. Constance Kozlak Sandy Morris Margot Siegel Glaser ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARDS Roger Chamberlain Bill Kreykes Carol Mulligan Norman Sieling PAST ALUMNI SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS AWARD SERVICE ALUMNI PAST Steven Goldstein Presented by: Marilyn Chelstrom Doobie Kurus Richard T. Murphy Jr. Katherine Siggerud Robert Graber Doug Huebsch Charlotte Winge Chope Roy W. Larsen Bruce Nelson Steve Simenson Violet Rosacke Graf James L. Chosy Heather L. Midje Larson Harvey Nelson Ronald L. Simon Lisa Lewis Franklin D. Gray Raymond Christensen Thomas W. LaSalle Rusty Nelson Nadine G. Smith Frank Grazzini ll UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA ALUMNI SERVICE AWARDS Ronald Christenson Lawrence A. Laukka Kathleen J. Newell Clifford C. Sommer Presented by: Louis Gross Lawrence S. Clark June LaValleur Pamela Nichols Ellen L. Sorenson Lisa Lewis Sigurd Hagen M. Elizabeth Craig Nancy M. Lindahl Noel Nix Maynard Speece Owen K. Hallberg Hon. Randy Simonson Henry W. Dahlberg Jr. Janice Linster Jerry Noyce Emily Anne Staples Val Aarsvold Carol Dahlke Gayle S. Hallin Stephen Litton Alexander Oftelie Robert A. Stein Mark M. Abbott Julius E. Davis James H. Hammill Charles Lo Barbara O’Leary Lief R. Strand Karin Alaniz Mervyn de Souza William A. Hanson Susan Adams Loyd Eugene W. Ollila John A. Stromwall 201 James W. Alexander Robert DeMaster Waldo E. Hardell Juanita Luis Jo Ann “Joey” Omlie Michael S. Sudit 8 Arnie Anderson Fredrick J. Dresser Thomas L. Harding Francis (Pug) Lund Mark Omlie James R. Sutherland ALUMNI AWARDS Donna Anderson Jim du Bois James C. Harris Vigil J.P. Lundquist Jan Ormasa Thomas H. Swain AFFAIR Jennifer Anderson Matthew B. Dudley Brenda Hartman Eugene Lysen Brian Osberg James T. Swenson Roberta J. Anderson Donna Dvorak Bruce Hawkinson Kendall Macho Charles M. Osborne Paul Taylor Stuart Lane Arey Mary W. Eberhardt Roger R. Haxby Harvey B. Mackay Arnold C. Oss Lewis W. Thom PROGRAM Michelle S. Aytay Chuck J. Edward Janet Heidinger Lucinda Maine Alison Page Melissa Thorson Russell E. Backstrom Marilyn R. Eelkema Albert H. Heimbach Daniel W. Mallin Ben W. Palmer Kari Torkelson OPENING REMARKS Vincent Bailey Robert W. Eichinger Barbara Perso Constance Deters Howard B. Palmer Marvin Trammel Lisa Lewis, President and CEO Kevin Barcus Mary Endorf Heinemann Malmsten Deanna Peterson Ertugrul Tuzcu University of Minnesota Alumni Association Marjorie D. Barnes Duane H. Engebretson Arnold Hill Marie Manthey Jim Pichler Michael Unger Andrea Hjelm Douglas R. Manuel UNIVERSITY GREETINGS Bruce W. Beckman Glenn E. Engebretson Carol Pine Betsy Vohs Harriet T. Holden Scott Manwarren Hon. Randy Simonson (Ph.D. ’81) Sue A. Bennett Roger Erickson Cheryl Powers Jeanne M. Voigt University of Minnesota Board of Regents John Bergstrom Rondi Erickson J. D. Holtzermann Pat Martinson Maureen Reed David E. Walstad Reuben Berman George L. Faber Deborah Hopp Joseph Angus Maun William Reilly Edith Powers Wargo STUDENT AWARDS William C. Bernstein Kay Fellows Kent R. Horsager Janie S. Mayeron Carmen Richards C. Herman Welch MARY A. McEVOY AWARD FOR PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT AND LEADERSHIP Simon Hu Paula Mazzacano DONALD R. ZANDER ALUMNI AWARD FOR OUTSTANDING STUDENT LEADERSHIP Frank A. Bezdicek Lillian M. Fink Anne Thorbeck Richter Bonnie J. Welshons Timothy Huebsch Malcolm A. McCannel Recognized by: Clara L. Bierman Edward F. Flynn Kathleen C. Ridder Roy G. Wetterstrom President Eric Kaler (Ph.D. ’82) Ann Carlson Birt John Foley Gates Hunt Padraic S. McGuire Charles Judd Ringer John T. Wetzel Robert A. Bjork Linnea R. Forsell Ann Huntrods Paul D. Meierant Robert Roesler Milton Wick Student Speakers: Henry Blissenbach Barbara Stephens Richard M. Hyllested John Mendesh James Rutzick Janet Hart Widseth Morrine Omolo Walter Blumst Foster James Jernberg Jan Anderson Meyer Alan K. Ruvelson Sr. Edwin A. Willson College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (M.S. ‘21) Wallace L. Boss N. Jean Fountain Grant H. Johnson Thomas Meyer Wallace Salovich George H. Winn Gwendolyn Freed Carroll Kinse Michener Gabriella Granada Donald G. Brauer Joyce Rude Johnson Parker D. Sanders Carl Woie College of Liberal Arts (B.A. ‘19) George M. Briggs John French Julie Johnson Marsha K. Millonig Randall L. Schiestl Elayne Wolfenson Deborah Broberg Gerald H. Friedell Lawrence E. Johnson David Mona Dennis Schulstad Wells J. Wright DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP AWARD FOR INTERNATIONALS Janny Dwyer Brust Fred R. Friswold C. David Jones Linda Mona Robert K. Schultz Milton S. Wunderlich Presented by: N.L. Gault Jr. Bernadine Joselyn Bruce W. Mooty Craig L. Seitel Lisa Lewis Mark H. Butler Anthony F. Yapel Nedret E. Butler Joseph A. Gibilisco Carol Kelsey John W. Mooty Robert J. Sheran Michael Zakula Doug Huebsch (B.S. ‘85), Board Chair Anne R. Carroll Archie Givens Edward J. Kodet Jr. Laura Marie Moret Barbara J. Shin Richard Zeyen University of Minnesota Alumni Association Marcia C. Carthaus Kenneth C. (Twice) M. Constance Kozlak Sandy Morris Margot Siegel Glaser ALUMNI ASSOCIATION AWARDS Roger Chamberlain Bill Kreykes Carol Mulligan Norman Sieling PAST ALUMNI SERVICE AWARD RECIPIENTS AWARD SERVICE ALUMNI PAST Steven Goldstein Presented by: Marilyn Chelstrom Doobie Kurus Richard T. Murphy Jr. Katherine Siggerud Robert Graber Doug Huebsch Charlotte Winge Chope Roy W. Larsen Bruce Nelson Steve Simenson Violet Rosacke Graf James L. Chosy Heather L. Midje Larson Harvey Nelson Ronald L. Simon Lisa Lewis Franklin D. Gray Raymond Christensen Thomas W. LaSalle Rusty Nelson Nadine G. Smith Frank Grazzini ll UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA ALUMNI SERVICE AWARDS Ronald Christenson Lawrence A. Laukka Kathleen J. Newell Clifford C. Sommer Presented by: Louis Gross Lawrence S. Clark June LaValleur Pamela Nichols Ellen L. Sorenson Lisa Lewis Sigurd Hagen M. Elizabeth Craig Nancy M. Lindahl Noel Nix Maynard Speece Owen K. Hallberg Hon. Randy Simonson Henry W. Dahlberg Jr. Janice Linster Jerry Noyce Emily Anne Staples Thank you for attending to celebrate the alumni honored this evening! While we recognize these distinct volunteers tonight, the Alumni Association is grateful to all alumni who volunteer their time and talents in support of the University of Minnesota. Thank you for your tremendous dedication!

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