WCSA AlumNEWS Spring 2024

WCSA AlumNEWS

HARLEY HANKE HONORED AT MINNESOTA STATE CAPITOL

The family of former West Central School of Agriculture faculty member, Harley Hanke, was invited to the Minnesota State Capitol for special presentation of a House Resolution honoring Harley’s commitment to agricultural research and education. Harley Hanke was a long-time WCSA livestock faculty member and served as animal scientist at the West Central Research and Outreach Center from 1956-1986. He passed away peacefully at the age of 102 on Sept. 9, 2023.

Rep. Paul Anderson and Sen. Torrey Westrom greeted Harley’s wife Helen, daughter Sarah Libbon, her husband Nathan, and their children Drew and Katherine, on the floor of the House of Representatives chamber on Feb. 22, 2024.

Pictured on the floor of the Minnesota House of Representatives are (back row) Mike Reese, Rep. Paul Anderson, Lee Johnston, Nathan Libbon, Drew Libbon, Sen. Torrey Westrom, (front row) Joleen Hadrich, Sarah Libbon, Helen Hanke, and Katherine Libbon.

Photo by Esther Jordan, WCROC

Harley Hanke, in Cow Palace with cows in Agricultural Hall (later Social Science Building) ca. 1955.

WCSA Alumni Association Scholarship Recipients

I’m Chloe Keller.

I am a biology major with a psychology minor.

I wanted to attend the University of Minnesota Morris because all three of my older siblings have attended and they said how great of an environment it was.

My favorite thing about Morris is the small class sizes and everyone knows everybody.

I’m Spencer Lieser. My major is financial and organizational management.

I work at the Admissions Office and with Facilities.

I decided to go to UMN Morris because of its location and small size which is what I was looking for.

My favorite thing about UMN Morris is that everyone knows everyone, including the teachers.

WCSA ALUMNI

ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

WCSA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

President

Patricia Lesmeister Nelson ’61

Vice-President

Darrell Zimmerman ’61

Secretary

Diane Jerpseth Madsen ’62

Treasurer

Wilbur Grunewald ’63

David Kill ’60

Donald Lende ’62

LaVonne Schmock Dupree ’59

Jerome Schuelke ’61

Carol Dewey Erlandson ’55

Remembering Carol Pederson Meyer

by Laura Thielke

It was an honor to attend the Celebration of Life service for Carol Pederson Meyer '60 on Feb. 3. I learned more about her during the service than I expected, and it reminded me that the Aggies are a wonderful group of people.

It is always a pleasure to meet Aggies, and Carol was one of the most involved members of the WCSA Alumni Association. I appreciated her wise words whenever I had the opportunity to attend a meeting of the WCSA Board of Directors or the WCSA Alumni Association annual meeting at a reunion.

As I walked into the church sanctuary, I happened to walk up to Carol’s good friend, LuWanna Foslien Hintermeister ’60. LuWanna told me that Carol had chosen all the music for her funeral and it had connections to WCSA.

During their senior year, the choir sang “Beautiful Savior.” John Ylvisaker was Director. This must have been his first job after getting a bachelor’s degree

from Concordia College in 1959. In 1985, Mr. Ylivisaker composed “I Was There to Hear Your Borning Cry.”

For the recessional, the organist played “On West Central.” Just before the service LuWanna had told him that the music was “On Wisconsin” and asked him to play it peppy. He did play it peppy, three times as I recall. I sang it in my head all three times.

Pastor Jill Sanders mentioned several volunteer roles that Carol enjoyed. Carol was on lots of boards. She would call family and friends to ask about what interested them and use activities, including bowling and golfing, to bond with them. She brought sandwiches to swimming competitions to help support her family members’ swim teams.

LuWanna told me that she often called Carol for an answer to a question because Carol would give a straight answer.

Even after her death, Carol is still giving to others. Carol donated her body to the University of Minnesota to help train medical and dental students.

Fondly Remembered…

Cleo P. Moeller ’44

Cleo P. Moeller, age 96 of Rosholt, South Dakota, passed away May 24, 2023.

Cleo Pearl (Nigg) Moeller was born March 18, 1927, at home in Easter Township, rural Peever, South Dakota. In her high school years, she attended West Central School of Agriculture in Morris. There she met Alan, who became her love and life partner for the next 70+ years.

Cleo graduated from WCSA in 1944, then went on to attend North Dakota State College of Science in Wahpeton, North Dakota, for secretarial studies.

During her last semester she was also making plans to marry Alan. On June 29, 1947, Cleo married Alan Moeller at St. Joseph Lutheran Church, rural Rosholt. They had six boys and one daughter.

Cleo and Alan retired in their 60s, but had time for one last adventure – moving to Piedmont, South Dakota, for most of their 80s. They moved back to northeast South Dakota and she spent her final years at the Tekakwitha Care Center in Sisseton.

Cleo is survived by four sons; one daughter; 12 grandchildren; and several great and great-great grandchildren.

Shirley Forcier Gunderson ’45

Shirley Forcier Gunderson, WCSA Class of 1945, died peacefully on May 9, 2023 at the age of 94.

Shirley was born on March 28, 1929, in Stewart and was raised on a farm in Dumont.

After graduating from WCSA, Shirley moved to Minneapolis where she married Vernon Gunderson.

She is survived by a daughter and two brothers.

Andrew F. Brevig ’46

Andrew Brevig passed away on Feb. 1, 2024. Andy was raised on the family farm and was baptized and confirmed at Immanuel Lutheran Church near their home in Pope County. Andy attended District 42 Grandview School until the 8th grade, 9th grade was at Starbuck High School, and he completed his education at the West Central School of Agriculture in Morris, graduating with the class of 1946. He continued farming south of Starbuck and in September of 1953, Andy was united in marriage to Marilyn Chapman. In March of 1954, Andy enlisted into the United States Air Force, serving in Mississippi, Nevada, and New Mexico. After a devastating house fire in 1967, the family moved to St. Paul. Andy began his career at Univac until his retirement in 1988. In 1983, Andy married Carol Smith Towner and they made their home near Herman. Carol preceded Andy in death in 2011, Andy remained near Herman until 2020, when he moved to Starbuck, where he lived until his death.

Andy is survived by five sons and three daughters; 20 grandchildren; 21 great-grandchildren; and one great-great-grandchild.

Marilyn Mahoney ’46

Marilyn Mae Hennen passed away on Feb. 16, 2024. She was born June 4, 1928, to John and Helen (Beimel) Hennen at their farm home six miles south of Alberta. She attended grade school, through 8th grade-at a country school near the farm and spent her high school years at the West Central School of Agriculture, graduating in March of 1946.

It was at a family gathering where Marilyn met the love of her life, Donald Mahoney. A couple of years

later, they met again in a classroom at the WCSA and became high school sweethearts. The two were later married on June 10, 1947. They spent the first 14 years living in Morris, and later purchased a farm site southwest of town where they spent the next 43 years together raising a family of seven children. Marilyn worked as a home health aide and as a clerk at Bon Jos in Morris. Marilyn spent the last two years at Julia’s Place in Hancock where she was shown great love and compassion. It was there that she passed away peacefully on Friday, February 16, 2024, living to reach the age of 95 years.

She is survived by six children; a son-in-law; 18 grandchildren; 39 great-grandchildren; one greatgreat-grandchild; and four siblings and their spouses.

Philip R. Aune ’46

Philip Russell Aune, 94 years old of Underwood, died on March 29, 2023, at the Veterans Home in Fergus Falls. He was born on March 3, 1929 on the farmstead in rural Underwood, to John and Inga Aune. His grade school years were spent at the Barnhard School, District 182. He attended ninth grade at Underwood High School and then transferred to the West Central School of Agriculture where he enjoyed playing basketball and singing in the choir. He graduated in 1946. After high school he returned home to help his father with their grain and dairy farm. He served in the US Army Signal Corps from January 1954 to January 1956 and was honorably discharged as Sp/3. He was stationed in four places of duty in his country, as well as in Italy and Austria.

In 1964 he purchased the home farm. He was united in marriage to Joyce Windahl on June 27, 1964. They are the parents of four children.

In 1968 he sold the cows and began working for NaChurs Plant Food Company. He traveled Minnesota and the Dakotas, retiring in 1994 as territory sales manager.

Philip is survived by his wife, Joyce; two daughters and two sons; eight grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren.

JoAnn E. Anderson ’50

JoAnn Anderson passed away April 11, 2023. JoAnn Redfield, was born on Aug. 13, 1933, on her family farm in Malta Township, Big Stone County, to David and Shirley (Morrill) Redfield. She received her elementary education in Clinton and then continued high school at the West Central School of Agriculture through the 12th grade. JoAnn was united in marriage to Harold B. Anderson on Oct. 13, 1951. The couple made their home on a farm near Hancock, where they welcomed six children. She was the principal’s secretary at the Morris Junior High School for many years and also worked as a teller at the Morris State Bank. After Harold’s death in 2016, JoAnn moved to Morris, where she lived until her death.

JoAnn is survived by two sons; four daughters; 17 grandchildren; five step-grandchildren; 38 greatgrandchildren; a brother; two sisters-in-law; and a brother-in-law.

Harold Borsheim ’50

Harold Raymond Borsheim, age 92, of Aitkin, formerly of Wheaton, passed away Dec.28, 2022. Harold was born in Manitoba, Canada, on Sept. 15, 1930, to parents Eilert and Ellen (Riordan) Borsheim. His parents had a farm near Spirling, Manitoba and another in Wheaton where the family settled full-time. Hal attended school in Wheaton and at West Central School of Agriculture. He was in the boxing club while attending Morris. Hal married his high school sweetheart Phyllis Mary Arens on May 7, 1955 and were blessed with two sons. Hal also served in the Air Force from 1951 until 1955. Hal served with the air police and then pilot training with the T6 aircraft. Hal and his family moved to California in 1959 where they raised their family in Anaheim. Upon his discharge from service, Hal worked as a carpenter for a while, but found his niche in sales for the duration of his life. Hal returned to Minnesota with his son, Scott, in 2018.

John “Jack” Lampert ’53

John “Jack” Lampert, of Chokio, passed away March 25, 2023, in Graceville, following a year-long battle with multiple myeloma.

Jack was born on Nov. 15, 1934 in Morris to Elmer and Gerda Lampert. They lived on a farm two miles northwest of Morris. He attended West Central School of Agriculture and graduated in 1953. Jack joined the Army in 1955 and was stationed at Fort Dix in New Jersey where he earned the National Defense Service Medal.

Motorcycles, airplanes and automobiles were always on his mind but he met Arlyn Jean Schmidt through relatives and his priorities had to change. They were married in February of 1960 and settled down to farm in Eldorado Township.

Jack served on the board of the Herman Market Company, the 1st National Bank of Herman, Bois de Sioux Watershed and the Our Saviors Lutheran Church Council. He also belonged to the American Legion Post 378 in Herman and the local Flying Farmers club in the ’70s and ’80s.

Jack is survived by his wife, Arlyn Jea; one daughter and one son; four grandchildren; and four greatgrandchildren.

Roger Mahoney ’54

Roger Mahoney passed away Oct. 15, 2023, in Morris. He was born Sept. 14, 1936, to William Thomas and Ann Helen (Muehlbauer) Mahoney in Morris and grew up in Hegbert Township of Swift County. He attended country school until 8th grade and, as the only one in his class, was extremely proud to claim he was the “valedictorian” of his class. He attended and graduated from the West Central School of Agriculture in 1954.

After graduation he began farming on his homestead, working as a mechanic for Telford Implement in Appleton, and joined the Appleton National Guard (1955-1962) where he graduated 3rd in a class of 70 at the US Army Armored School for Tank Leadership in Fort Knox, Kentucky.

On Sept. 30, 1961, he was united in marriage to Katherine “Katie” Bon. This union was blessed with over 62 years together and three children.

Roger served on the Swift County 4-H Livestock Committee, Hegbert Township Board, and

Appleton Farmers Co-op Elevator Company. Roger was one of the founding members of Western Consolidated Cooperative (“West-Con”).

Roger is survived by his wife Katie; three sons; as well as grandchildren and great grandchildren.

Donald C. Stock ’54

Donald C. Stock, 87, of Fergus Falls, died Sept. 30, 2023, in Fergus Falls.

Don was born June 7, 1936, to Henry C. Jr. and Karen (Bertelsen) Stock in Maine Township of Otter Tail County. When Don was young, his family lived on several farms, finally settling in Orwell Township. He graduated high school from the West Central School of Agriculture in the spring of 1954. At WCSA he was on the football team and was the captain of the wrestling team his senior year. Don served in the Army from December 1954 to December 1956, including being stationed at Fort Carson, Colorado and in Okinawa, Japan. He married Patricia Sha on Aug. 19, 1962. They farmed in Orwell Township until their retirement. Don was also a custom harvester for 30+ years, raised beef cattle and was a Dekalb seed dealer. He and Pat were one of the first families in Otter Tail County to host agricultural trainees through the International Agricultural Exchange Association (IAEA), starting in 1980 and ending in 2002.

He is survived by his wife, Pat; five children; 13 grandchildren; numerous great grandchildren; three sisters; as well as many nieces, nephews and cousins.

Virgil Fults ’55

Virgil Fults died on March 4, 2023, in St. Cloud. Virgil Fults was born on April 2, 1937, in Sanborn to Lewis and Dora (Goerish) Fults. At the age of three, he moved with his family to a farm outside of Donnelly. Virgil attended country school through the 8th grade and then went on to the West Central School of Agriculture. Following his graduation, he continued to farm and raise dairy cows with his dad and brother in Donnelly. While in his mid20s, a local gal, Theresa Kellen, caught his eye. The two were married on Oct.12, 1963 and made their home on a farm, just outside of Donnelly

and started their family. While farming, Virgil also worked evenings cooking at the Country Kitchen in Morris. Beginning in 1974, Virgil and Theresa operated roller-skating rinks in both Donnelly and Wheaton for several years. In the early ’90s, they were ready for a change and began renting out their farmland. Virgil began working as a welder at Superior Industries in Morris, where over the next 14 years, he made many friends and worked a job he loved until his retirement in 2007. He was a Stevens County Fair Board member and for years, drove and delivered cars for Heartland Motors.

Virgil is survived by his wife, Theresa; five children; 9 grandchildren; and one brother.

Gordon W. Ohman ’56

Gordon Ohman, 87, of Mountain Home, Arkansas died on Oct. 5, 2023, in Mountain Home, Arkansas. He was born on Sept. 4, 1936, on a farm outside of Pelican Rapids to Melvin and Verona Ohman. Gordon graduated from West Central School of Agriculture in 1956.

Gordon joined the Army Guard of Virginia in May of 1956. He went on to join the United States Air Force in November of that same year. He retired after twenty-five plus years of service with the rank of Master Sergeant (E7). During his Air Force career, he attended electronic school to become a heavy ground radar technician. He continued in electronics for the rest of his life.

Gordon married Donna Kenyon in Fergus Falls on July 18, 1958.

Throughout his life he lived in states across America. His final move brought him to Mountain Home in 2017. Gordon loved the outdoors and was an accomplished trapper and hunter.

Gordon is survived by his wife, Donna; three daughters; one son; six grandsons; five granddaughters; ten great-grandchildren; four siblings, as well as many other loving family members and close friends.

Loren Frigaard ’58

Loren Joseph Frigaard, died March 13, 2022, in Dalton.

He was born Oct. 2, 1940 to Joseph and Evelyn (Swendsrud) Frigaard.

On April 16, 1971, Loren married Shirley and they worked side by side on their century-old farm, milking cows, raising chickens and beef cattle and sowing and reaping small grains.

Loren is survived by four children; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; a sister; and two sisters-in-law.

Shirley Frigaard ’62

Shirley Frigaard died Sept. 13, 2022, at the age of 78, exactly six months after her husband, Loren. Shirley (Osmon) Frigaard was born July 18, 1944 to Norma (Lysne) and Thomas Osmon.

On April 16, 1971, Shirley married Loren Frigaard. Loren and Shirley worked side by side on their century-old farm, milking cows, raising chickens and beef cattle and sowing and reaping small grains. Shirley is survived by four children; 10 grandchildren; four great-grandchildren; and three sisters-in-law.

Danny L. Akerson ’60

Daniel “Danny” L. Akerson of Rosholt, South Dakota, passed away Jan. 15, 2024, in his home. Daniel Akerson was born July 19, 1942, to Robert and Hazel (Pearson) Akerson in Wheaton. He grew up on a farm south of Rosholt. He attended country school at East Harmon #1 North and high school at the West Central School of Agriculture in Morris. After graduating in March of 1960, Danny signed up for the Army Reserve and in September he went to Basic Training at Fort Leonard Wood, Missouri. He then went on to Fort Dix, New Jersey, to finish his training. While on a three-day pass at Fort Dix, he and three of his buddies rented a car and drove to Norfolk, Connecticut. There on a blind date, he was introduced to Sandra Moersch. They were married on Dec. 12, 1964, and returned to Rosholt to start their married life together farming.

Danny served as treasurer of Harmon Township from 1971 until 2022 and as secretary/treasurer

of the Rosholt Community Fire Association from 1981 to 2022. He was a director of the Rosholt

Threshermen Association. Danny enjoyed serving 12 years on the Farmers Elevator Board and watching the changes take place there.

Survivors include two children; two grand-children; and a sister.

Carol Jane Pederson Meyer ’60

Carol Meyer passed away on Jan. 26, 2024. She was born on Aug. 12, 1942, in Otter Tail County, the middle of three children born to Hans and Alice (Welch) Pederson.

Carol attended a one-room schoolhouse in rural Underwood, through 8th grade. She then went on to the West Central School of Agriculture, graduating in 1960. After graduation Carol moved to Fergus Falls to begin work as a bookkeeper with Mark Sand and Gravel.

While living in Fergus Falls Carol met and married Dale G. Anderson. The family moved to Alexandria in 1963. Carol married LeRoy J. Meyer in October 1988.

Carol worked several jobs before landing at Community State Bank of Alexandria where she helped launch the bank in 1972. She remained with the bank until her retirement in May 1995. After retiring, Carol was actively involved in many organizations.

Carol is survived by five children; 12 grandchildren; 19 great grandchildren with the 20th on the way; and two brothers.

Harold T. Petersen ’60

Harold Petersen, 81, of Willmar, formerly of Murdock, passed away Oct.25, 2023, in Willmar. Harold was born June 21, 1942, to Alfred and Alfie (Ingstad) Petersen in Willmar. He attended grade school at District 47, Louriston Township, Chippewa County, grades 7 & 8 in Clara City and grades 9-12 at West Central School of Agriculture in Morris, graduating in 1960.

He was united in marriage to Sharon Gunderson from Dalton, on Sept.23, 1961. He lived his entire life on the same farm in Louriston Township until moving to Willmar in 2019.

Harold started farming in 1961 and retired in 2010. As a founding member of the Southern Minnesota Beet Sugar Cooperative, Harold served as chairman, and was on the board of directors as well as on the board of the American Sugarbeet Growers Association and United Sugars and Midwest Agri Commodities. He was appointed to the Minnesota State Farm Service Agency Committee by the George W. Bush administration 2001-2003.

Harold is survived by his wife, Sharon; one daughter; two sons; 13 grandchildren; and two brothers-in-laws.

Clifford W. Emmert

Cliff Emmert passed away on April 14, 2023. Clifford Emmert was born on March 22, 1932, the oldest of six children for Clifford C. and Nota (Shanholtzer) Emmert. The family moved from South Dakota to Aitkin County to farm, moving again to Hancock, where Cliff graduated from Hancock High School in June 1950. He worked with a local farmer until being drafted into the U.S. Army in February 1953 serving during the Korean Conflict at Fort Bliss, Texas. He was trained as an artillery survey specialist beginning a career in surveying.

Cliff married Alice Maydole on Aug. 7, 1953, and served in the military until his honorable discharge in 1955. In 1957, the family moved to Alexandria where he started his career with Douglas County Soil and Water District. His love of farming and nature led to encouraging local farmers in tree planting windbreaks, early crop no-till procedures and using his surveying skills as a county ditch inspector working for Rundquist Ditch Surveyors until retiring in 2020.

Alice passed away in 2020 and Cliff remained in his home with help until November 2022.

Cliff leaves behind five children; 15 grandchildren; 24 great-grandchildren; and two siblings.

attended a small country schoolhouse, then attended the West Central School of Agriculture in Morris. Ruth graduated from the school in 1953. After graduation Ruth moved to Minneapolis, and immediately secured a job at General Mills. On Oct. 6, 1956, Ruth married Fred Ball. Together they moved to the family farm south of New Richmond and would go on to raise four children. Ruth was involved in activities with her children and the community taking on volunteer roles including: 4-H leader, Richmond Township committee, Immaculate Conception church, and the New Richmond Senior Citizens.

Ruth is survived by three sons; a daughter; four grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a brother.

Ken Van Horn ’44

Ken Van Horn passed away on March 15, 2024, in Morris.

Kenneth Van Horn was born Feb. 12, 1927, in Swan Lake Township, to Rex and Rose (Woodke) Van Horn. He attended District School 33 through the 8th grade, then enrolled at the West Central School of Agriculture in Morris, and graduated in 1944. After that he farmed with his dad. Kenneth went into the service in 1953, was honorably discharged in 1955, and went back to the farm. He married Irene Schliep on Jan, 9, 1960, and together they formed the Van Horn Homestead. They retired to Morris in 1992. He was on District 33 school board, Federal Land Bank Board, the church council, helped build Faith Lutheran Church, was a member of the American Legion, and the Eagles Club.

Kenneth is survived by his wife, Irene; one son; two granddaughters; two great granddaughters; one sister; and one brother.

Ruth Ball ’53

Ruth Ball passed away Feb. 18, 2024, at her farm. Ruth Walz was born on March 31, 1935, in Fergus Falls to Fred and Hilma (Thom) Walz.

Growing up on a farm in rural Campbell, Ruth

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Coffee & Donuts

Chancellor Janet Schrunk Ericksen invites you to join her in the beautiful WCSA alumni garden on the University of Minnesota Morris campus on Friday, July 12, 8:30-10 a.m. Coffee and donuts will be provided and golf carts will be available for those who would like a guided campus tour.

2024 WCSA ALL-SCHOOL REUNION

LODGING INFORMATION

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RV Parking

Free parking for self-contained recreational vehicles is available in all University of Minnesota Morris campus parking lots—the East parking lot has the most shade and is the largest, quietest area. No water or electrical hookups.

RVs are welcome at Pomme de Terre Park on a first-come, first-served basis. Please register at the registration stand in the park. Water and bathrooms are available. Questions? Call 320-589-3141.

2024 WCSA ALL-SCHOOL REUNION

Friday, July 12, 2024, Ag Country Auditorium—West Central Research and Outreach Center

DRIVING DIRECTIONS TO THE WEST CENTRAL RESEARCH AND OUTREACH CENTER

From Minneapolis: Follow I-94 west to exit 127 (for Sauk Centre/ Glenwood). Proceed to MN 28 west toward Glenwood; follow MN 28 into Morris. Turn south onto US 59. Go east on MN 329; the WCROC administration building, which houses the Ag Country Auditorium, is located approximately one-half mile on your left.

From Fargo: Follow I-94 east to US 59 south. Follow US 59 south to MN 329, and go east; the WCROC administration, which houses the Ag Country Auditorium, building is located approximately onehalf mile on your left.

Start the day in the beautiful WCSA alumni garden on the University of Minnesota Morris campus. Coffee and donuts will be provided and golf carts will be available for those who would like a guided campus tour.

PARKING

The 2024 WCSA reunion is at the West Central Research and Outreach Center (WCROC). The WCROC has ample on-site parking at the WCROC Administration building, complete with handicap parking and an accessible entrance.

Say goodbyes and make plans to see each other at the 2025 WCSA All-School Reunion!

2024 WCSA ALL-SCHOOL REUNION REGISTRATION

FRIDAY, JULY 12, 2024

If you plan to attend the reunion, please return your $27 registration fee for each person attending, along with the form below by June 30, 2024.

Your 2024 WCSA Reunion registration includes: registration fee, noon luncheon, shuttle tours of WCROC (optional), and afternoon coffee and cookies.

Please sign up early so we can plan well and have everything ready for you to have a good time.

Early Registration (by June 30): $27/person Late or Walk-In Registration: $35

If you are not attending the reunion this year you can use this form to update your address, or send a gift.

Return form to:

Office of Alumni Relations, Welcome Center, 600 East Fourth Street, Morris, Minnesota 56267

REUNION REGISTRATION

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ADDRESS UPDATE

¨ WCSA Alumni Garden and the West $ Central School of Agriculture Alumni Association Scholarship (4633)

¨ Rural Students Scholarship $ (#5616)

¨ Herb Croom Endowed Scholarship $ (given to WCSA and UMN Morris legacy students) (#3910)

¨ Charlie and Carol Berg Scholarship $ (#20565)

¨ WCSA Class of ’56 Scholarship $ (#5166)

¨ Other

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Aggies gathered in Phoenix, Arizona on Feb. 15, 2024 for a winter reunion. Pictured are (back row): Tom Payne ’60; Bob Torkelson ’55; Ruby Torkelson ’56; Dennis Stock ’57; (front row): Carl Larson ’59; Kermit Stahn ’53; Francis Sykora ’57.