WCSA AlumNEWS Spring 2022

Spring 2022

WCSA AlumNEWS AGGIES ARE PART OF ‘THE STORY OF STEVENS COUNTY’ When the Stevens County Historical Society decided to build its current exhibit, “The Story of Stevens County,” it surveyed its members to determine the most important topics to be included. Education and agriculture were among the subjects that their members felt shaped the history of the county. So it should be no surprise that the West Central School of Agriculture is part of the exhibit.

The Story of Stevens County exhibit features the local history, artifacts, and personal history that shaped Stevens County into what it is today. Executive director Cam Erickson explains that the exhibit explores the region’s immigration, agricultural and industrial evolutions, educational journey, faith, media communications, and the construction of modern American life in our town and farms.

The exhibit includes a large panel display focused on WCSA, as well as a couple of artifacts from students who attended the agricultural boarding school. The display chronicles the opening of WCSA in 1909 through the last graduating class in 1963. Additionally, a jacket belonging to Gerald “Woody” Mahoney of Appleton (WCSA class of 1953) is displayed, along with a WCSA banner from

1920. There’s also a class ring, which Erickson said was in their archives with no owner listed.

In addition to the large panel displays, agricultural tools and photos from different farms and ag businesses are also part of the exhibit. Erickson says it was challenging to choose which photos to use in the displays, so there are also kiosks that you can use to find additional photos and information in the museum’s archives.

As part of the exhibit, the museum is also collecting stories about people’s lived history in Stevens County. At the exit of the exhibit, there’s a board with blank note cards inviting folks to share their stories. Erickson expects that the exhibit will prompt memories and this is a way for the museum to capture those anecdotes.

The Story of Stevens County is a permanent display at the museum and Erickson welcomes Aggies to visit whenever they are in Morris.

Stevens County Historical Society 116 West 6th Street Open Tuesday–Friday 9 a.m.–4 p.m. stevenshistorymuseum.com

GREETINGS FROM ALUMNI ASSOCIATION PRESIDENT KENWOOD RUND ’60

Reunion. What do you think of when you hear reunion? Do you automatically wonder who will be coming? Do you remember how much fun it was at the last reunion? Or are you bound and determined to make it to this reunion because you didn’t make it to the last couple of reunions? And then do you start wondering how many of your friends will be healthy enough to come so you can see them?

We all have our personal memories and our collective memories, all of these are incentive enough to come to reunion once again. Once in a while a friend will send one of those “remember when” emails, and they are good at reviving memories, but seeing old classmates in person is the best.

Something else our board members have been discussing as we plan another reunion is our Ag School legacy. We have our garden on campus and our area honoring our graduates that served in our armed services. And we have our WCSA scholarship fund which helps University of Minnesota Morris students. But are we leaving our own story behind for history? Are we leaving something for future generations so they can understand what Ag School was and how it shaped several generations? Or does anyone care? These are some of the questions we are going to be asking at our next reunion and we want to know what you think.

Your thoughts and ideas are important to your alumni board as we discuss and wrestle with these ideas. Please let us hear your thoughts.

So as we get past all the bad news that we see and hear every day, take a few minutes and think about old friends, and send in that reservation form in this newsletter. We will see you there!

Kenwood Rund ’60

GREETINGS FROM DIRECTOR OF ALUMNI ENGAGEMENT JENNIFER ZYCH HERRMANN ’00

Hello, from Morris!

I recently moved to a new space in the Welcome Center, which all of you will know as the Engineering Building. For those who have visited this space recently, you know it looks very different today than during your time as a student.

But if you look closely, as I often have the opportunity to do, you’ll start to notice elements in the building that are original to the building. It reminds me that although time has passed, the legacy and spirit of the West Central School of Agriculture is still present in daily life on campus. Places where Aggies learned and lived as students, the scholarships created and supported in memory of dear teachers and classmates, and the WCSA Alumni Garden are some of the most poignant reminders. Even more special is when WCSA alumni visit campus.

Know that you are always welcome to stop by and reconnect with the place you once called home. You are thought of often here in the Office of Alumni Relations and I hope our paths cross soon.

Until then, be well!

WCSA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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David Kill ’60, vice-president 5702 Silverthorn Place Shoreview, MN 55126-5642 651-900-4378

LaVonne Schmock Dupree ’59 1420 Minnesota Avenue, Apt 3 Breckenridge, MN 56520-2216 701-640-4991

Diane Jerpseth Madsen ’62 2042 Palisades Lane Watertown, SD 57201-9400 605-753-1645

Michael Madsen ’62, treasurer 2042 Palisades Lane Watertown, SD 57201-9400 605-753-1645

LuWanna Foslien Hintermeister ’60 3234 Prairie Road NE Carlos, MN 56319-8106 320-852-7115

Darrell Zimmerman ’61 7566 640th Street Herman, MN 56248-3005 320-563-4574

Patricia Lesmeister Nelson ’61, secretary 1000 Park Avenue Morris, MN 56267-1859 612-599-1509

Donald Lende ’62 23742 Stony Bar Circle Pelican Rapids, MN 56572 218-863-7021

Alumni Garden Committee Carol Pederson Meyer ’60 508 Irving Street Alexandria, MN 56308 320-763-5814

We held our 2022 WCSA Texas Winter Reunion on February 16 at Gatti’s in McAllen, Texas.

Attendance was low, but we had a wonderful visit.

Front Row: Carol Dewey Erlandson ’55; LaVonne Schmock Dupree ’59; and Barb Jorgenson Albertson ’57.

Back row: Russ Erlandson ’55; Charlie Dupree ’54; Allen Albertson ’56; and Loren Maahs ’56.

The 2023 WCSA Winter Reunion will be held at Gatti’s Pizza Buffet on February 15, 2023. Gatti’s is located at 4100 North Second St. in McAllen,Texas.

For more information, contact LaVonne Dupree at 701-640-4991 or twinney1@gmail.com.

These Aggies gathered for the 2022 WCSA Arizona Winter Reunion on February 14, 2022: Back row: Tom Payne ’60, Ruby Sivertson Torkelson ’56, Dennis Stock ’57, Lloyd Fehr ’57, Carl Larson ’59, Sharon Skove Lacey ’61, Dennis Delzer ’61 Front row: Bob Torkelson ’55, Francis Sykora ’57, Cliff Swift ’46, Kermit Stahn ’53 3

UMN MORRIS AND UMN WCROC LAUNCH THE CENTER FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY STORAGE TECHNOLOGY For over twenty years, the University of Minnesota Morris and University of Minnesota West Central Research and Outreach Center (WCROC) have been working to advance clean energy solutions in westcentral Minnesota. In 2005, UMN WCROC installed the first industrial-scale wind turbine at a public university in the United States. In 2011, UMN Morris installed a second wind turbine. During the past decade, both University of Minnesota campuses have advanced research and demonstration projects. UMN WCROC built a globally-unique wind-to-hydrogen-to-ammonia platform, turning wind and water into fertilizer. UMN Morris demonstrated biomass gasification. And, both campuses built solar PV and solar thermal projects.

For many years now, UMN Morris and UMN WCROC have explored the potential of energy storage in rural Minnesota.

Now, UMN Morris and UMN WCROC are partnering to launch the Center for Renewable Energy Storage Technology, or CREST. In order to reach high levels of renewable power generation, efficient and economic energy storage systems are critically needed. This field is poised for significant growth and attention in the coming years. The new UMN intercollegiate Center will provide leadership in research, demonstration, education, and outreach in this vital field by organizing teams and partnerships and incubating energy storage research and demonstrationscale projects.

A hallmark and unique characteristic of renewable energy efforts at the Morris campuses has been the ability to test systems at commercial or near-commercial scales. This scale is especially crucial in moving new technologies from labs into the commercial market.

CREST will also expand opportunities for Minnesotans to learn more about energy storage technologies and potential applications. Recently, UMN WCROC announced it will host the $18.6 million US DOE ARPA-E REFUEL Technology Integration 1 metric 4

ton per day ammonia pilot plant. In addition, WCROC received $10 million from the State of Minnesota in the 2021 legislative session through the Xcel Energy RDA account to develop ammonia-fueled power generation and self-contained ammonia storage technologies.

UMN Morris announced a new project to develop a large-scale battery-storage demonstration project. These projects are done in collaboration with partners from across the University of Minnesota and with many partners in the public and private sectors.

Leadership at UMN WCROC and UMN Morris are excited to grow the partnership between the two UMN institutions in Morris. The Center brings faculty together from both institutions.

“When it comes to the intersection of energy and agriculture, UMN WCROC has been leading the way for a long time,” says Lee Johnston, Director of Operations at WCROC. “We are working to strengthen farms and rural communities. Clean energy and energy storage are important now and will grow in importance in the years ahead. Using our local natural resources to create electricity, fertilizer, and fuel in the state and region is critically important. CREST is another way the WCROC and the College of Food, Agricultural and Natural Resource Sciences (CFANS) are blazing a trail into the future. We would not be able to be a global leader in this field without the great support and partnerships within the UMN Morris campus, and the Department of Chemical Engineering and Material Science and the Department of Mechanical Engineering on the Minneapolis campus.”

Acting Chancellor Janet Schrunk Ericksen emphasizes that “Our students are looking for UMN Morris to lead. We know that Morris is a model community in our state and nation. When people come to Morris they see what the future is going to look like.

We believe that energy storage will be a part of a clean energy future. And, CREST builds on our climate leadership.”

Class Notes…

To my fellow classmates: I really wish I could meet with everyone and visit, but my health being what it is, travel is rather restricted and long trips are a thing of the past. I thought I would provide a short update. I am also willing to chat with anyone who would like to call and will provide my number.

We sold the farm in Long Prairie to our son in 1998 and moved to Canton, Minnesota, where we spent the next 18 years as busy retirees. Neal did some metal working for the local Amish community and I kept busy with gardening and sewing projects. Then in 2016 we sold the house and moved to Eau Claire, Wisconsin, to be closer to some of our children. We now rent an apartment in an elderly living facility. This has been a blessing as we no longer drive and now have

help with things like doctor visits and errands. I have continued with some sewing projects, mostly making quilts and pot holders and other small items to keep my hands busy.

In September of 2021 we celebrated our 70th wedding anniversary with a gathering of six of our children and many of the grandchildren and great grandchildren from all over the country. Two of my sisters were even able to attend and it was marvelous to catch up with everyone in person again.

Pauline Scott Goertz ’50

715-828-8740 815 Chapin Street, #110 Eau Claire, WI 54701

Fondly Remembered…

Audrey Marie Jorgensen Bedsted ’39 was born on a rural farm home in Lincoln County in southwestern Minnesota on May 25, 1922. Her father immigrated from Denmark in 1914. Her mother was born in Clinton, Iowa, and her mother’s parents immigrated from Denmark, arriving separately in 1889 and 1891 before their marriage. She was baptized in the Danish Lutheran Church in Lake Benton. She attended a rural school across the road from her farmhouse the first eight years. Later, she went to WCSA in Morris and graduated with the class of 1939. She did another advanced year, learning typing and bookkeeping that became useful during and after WWII, first with AAA in Ivanhoe then the REA in Tyler. After the war she got a job with University of Minnesota in Minneapolis in the comptroller’s office helping returning GIs enrolling under the new GI bill. In Minneapolis she met her future husband Earl and, after they married, they moved to California. She worked for the Fresno Unified School District, retiring in 1983 and moving to Arroyo Grande, California. She was preceded in death by her husband Earl in 2018. She is survived by her two sons, three grandchildren, and six great grandchildren.

Nancy Banken Bruer ’55 passed away September 27, 2021. She grew up on a farm in Hegbert Township and attended District 35 country school through the eighth grade. She then attended the WCSA. Following her schooling, Nancy worked at Lang’s Bakery and Super Valu Grocery Store. She was united in marriage to Ronald Bruer on January 21, 1961, at St. John’s Catholic Church in Appleton.

The couple farmed and raised seven children on a farm north of Appleton.Nancy worked for Joe Fox Catering for many years. In August of 2017, Nancy and Ronald moved to Morris. Ronald passed away January 4, 2021. In June of 2021, Nancy moved to The Legacy in Morris, where she continued to live until the time of her passing. Nancy was a member of St. John’s Catholic Church in Appleton, serving on the Altar and Rosary Society. She was also a member of the Homemaker’s Club. She enjoyed baking, sewing, crocheting, and embroidery. She sewed clothes for her children and grandchildren.

She loved gardening and took pride in her flowers.

People would drive by their farm site just to look at her beautiful flowers. Most of all, Nancy cherished her time spent with her family; she was even known to Snapchat and video chat with her children and grandchildren. Nancy enjoyed the outdoors and 5

fishing, listening to Daniel O’Donnell, dancing, and going on bus trips throughout the United States. She had many bird feeders at her home and loved watching the many types of birds that would visit each year. She is survived by seven children, 19 grandchildren, 17 great-grandchildren, and numerous extended family members.

Robert Klingbile ’47 passed away December 24, 2021. He was born April 20, 1929, in Pipestone County. He graduated from West Central School of Agriculture in 1947. Robert worked on farms as a farm laborer before entering the United States Air Force in December 1950. He served in Upper Heyford England for three years. Following discharge from service, Robert farmed in Pipestone County for five years. He worked for Reynolds Construction Company for 28 years before becoming a tax preparer for H&R Block for 14 years, retiring in 2002. Robert married JoAnn L. Godfrey on June 21, 1953. Robert lived in Brandon, South Dakota, for 20 years before moving to Sioux Falls.

He and JoAnn traveled with their RV to various states. They also traveled abroad several times.

Robert loved to garden and woodwork. He also collected toy cars and loved to assemble various types of models. He served as an elder for Faith United Presbyterian Church in Brandon and deacon for First Presbyterian Church in Sioux Falls. Robert belonged to the Valley Springs American Legion.

He is survived by his wife, two daughters, five grandchildren, and nine great-grandchildren.

Aitkin. Glenn loved music and went to many dances, where he met Deloris. They were married on July 5, 2003. They made their home in Menahga and Wadena. Glenn worked for R. D. Offutt Farms. He enjoyed hunting and gardening. He was an active member of the American Legion in Sebeka. In 2021 Glenn and Deloris moved to Park Rapids. Glenn passed away on October 23, 2021. Preceding Glenn in death are his parents, sisters Juanita Mohrman and Irene Quamme, and his first wife Margie.

Glenn is survived by his loving wife, Deloris, sisters LaVay (Jarl) Borresen and LaVonne (Charles) Dupree, many relatives, and a host of friends.

Lester ‘Les’ Bensch ’59 died Monday, April 11, 2022. He was born May 30, 1941, to Gustav and Esther (Struck) Bensch in Wendell. He grew up in the Wendell area and graduated from the West Central School of Agriculture in 1959. Following graduation, he enlisted in the U.S. Air Force and was in the electronics and instrumentation training for B52 and KC135 aircrafts. He was honorably discharged in 1963. He furthered his education at Control Data Institute and at the University of Minnesota. In June 1960 Lester married Bette Hult. After they married, Bette went back to her parents’ home while Les left for the Air Force. Over the next several years, Les and Bette lived in various places across the U.S., they eventually returned to Minnesota and made it their permanent home.

Les was employed by Control Data Corporation, Network Systems Corporation, Digigraphics Systems Corporation, the CEO of M & E Cable Company William ‘Glenn’ Schmock ’57 was born on August and in 1989, up until recently, he owned and 6, 1938 to William and Thelma Ogg Schmock in operated Viking Valley Hunt Club in rural Ashby.

Nebraska. He moved with his parents in 1939 to the Through the years Lester was involved with the Norcross area. He grew up on the farm and attended University of Minnesota Morris and University of a one-room school from first through eighth grades. Minnesota, MGB & SPA (Minnesota Game Breeders He then attended WCSA, graduating with the class and Shooting Preserve Association), Lessard-Sams of 1957. Following graduation, he enlisted in the Outdoor Heritage Council, and the Otter Tail United States Army, honorably serving his country County Conservation Committee. Les was a Ducks from 1957 to 1965. Glenn lived with his parents on Unlimited Diamond Life Sponsor and a Pheasants the family farm, helping his dad with the farming.

Forever Sponsor. He was a member of Minnesota He later moved to Aitkin, working as a “jack-ofDeer Hunters, Eagle Lake Sportsmen’s Club, Coots all-trades.” He and his wife Margie moved to Bay Unlimited, Rocky Mountain Elk and Minnesota City, Texas. There he was a self-employed mechanic Waterfowl Association. He is survived by his wife traveling from farm to farm to repair machinery Bette, sister, sister and brother in law, several nieces as needed. After Margie’s death he moved back to and nephews and many good friends.

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CLASS NEWS AND “IN YOUR WORDS” WCSA alumni love reading Class News, so please send us your updates! Mail us a letter, give us a call, or send us an email about your careers, families, travels, hobbies, activities, and WCSA memories. We will include your news in the next AlumNEWS. The deadline for submission is August 15, 2022.

FUNDING FOR ALUMNEWS Your donations fund AlumNEWS. Thank you to those who have given in the past—we appreciate your support! Checks to fund AlumNEWS can be made payable to the University of Minnesota Morris and sent to the address listed to the right.

ALUMNEWS ONLINE WCSA AlumNEWS—along with WCSA photos and history—is available online at alumni.morris.umn. edu/wcsa-alumni-association. If you would prefer to access the newsletter exclusively online, please contact us to request that your name be removed from the conventional mailing list.

AlumNEWS is published by the University of Minnesota Morris. It is available in alternative formats upon request. Class news, donations, comments, corrections, and questions may be directed to: Jennifer Zych Herrmann ’00 Director of Alumni Engagement University of Minnesota Morris Welcome Center, 600 East Fourth Street Morris, Minnesota 56267-2132 320-589-6066 alumni@morris.umn.edu

Archery on the Mall, 1929

2022 WCSA ALL-SCHOOL REUNION LODGING INFORMATION Morris Hotels A block of rooms has been reserved until July 1 at the GrandStay in Morris for the night of July 14. Please mention “WCSA Reunion” to access the reserved rooms.

GrandStay Hotel and Suites 320-585-4000 Morris Motel 320-589-1212 Super 8 Motel 320-589-8888 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 firstcome, first-served basis. The cost is $20 per night without electricity/$25 per night with electricity. Register at the registration stand in the park. Water, bathrooms, and water hookups are available. Contact Morris City Hall for more details 320-589-3141.

CLASSES OF 1960, 1961, 1962, & 1963 Members of the above classes are invited to gather for another annual evening of visiting and fun at Old No. 1 in Morris following the All-School Reunion. Park in the rear lot and enter there. The space reserved is on the first level as you come up the few steps. Several tables and booths will be set aside for us. If you have any questions, please contact Patricia Lesmeister Nelson at 612 599-1509.

If you would like to request a breakout room at WCROC for your class gathering, contact Esther Jordan at ejordan@umn.edu 7

NOTICE OF INTENT TO AMEND CONSTITUTION AND BY-LAWS UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA WCSA ALUMNI ASSOCIATION The last amendment to the Constitution and By-Laws was September 2004. Responding to the passage of time and changing conditions, the WCSA Board of Directors has conducted a review of this document.

Following are the Articles as they currently stand followed by the Board’s proposals to amend these Articles as described above, which proposals will be voted upon at the Annual Business Meeting during our AllSchool Reunion on 7/15/22.

ARTICLE IV (Business) Section 3. Annual Meeting: The annual meeting of the members of this Association shall be held at the principal place of business or at any other convenient place in the area. The annual meeting shall be held in July of each year. The exact place, date and hour shall be determined by the Board of Directors.

Proposal to change:

The annual meeting of the members of this Association shall be held at the principal place of business or at any other convenient place in the area. The exact place, date and hour shall be determined by the Board of Directors.

(This eliminates reference to a certain month, allowing flexibility when needed – for example an unavoidable conflict or COVID-19 pandemic.)

ARTICLE VII (Board of Directors) Section 1. Direction and Management: The direction and management of this Association and its funds shall be vested in a Board of Directors consisting of nine (9) members. Not less than four (4) and not more than five (5) of these board members shall be women/men.

Proposal to change:

The direction and management of this Association and its funds shall be vested in a Board of Directors consisting of a number up to nine (9) members.

(This eliminates the requirement for nine (9) members, and opens it for less than nine (9) members; this also eliminates the specific gender requirement.)

Section 4. Election of Officers: The four (4) officers (President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) shall be elected within the Board of Directors at least thirty (30) days before the annual meeting. They may be introduced and inducted at the annual meeting.

Proposal to change:

The four (4) officers (President, Vice President, Secretary and Treasurer) shall be elected within the Board of Directors at the next meeting following the Annual Meeting

(This eliminates the requirement to elect Officers 30 days before the Annual Meeting, allowing for this process to happen after newly elected board members are in place.)

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2022 WCSA ALL-SCHOOL REUNION Friday, July 15, 2022 Ag Country Auditorium— West Central Research and Outreach Center A NOTE FROM THE PLANNING COMMITTEE

Following our successful 2021 All-School Reunion, the WCSA Alumni Association Board has decided to return to West Central Research and Outreach Center (formerly West Central Experiment Station). This new location is safe and seniorfriendly with easy access parking and restroom facilities. Be prepared for an excellent sound system and good food! Following lunch, the Board is planning a SURPRISE program segment which we’re sure you will thoroughly enjoy - bringing our memories back to the “good old days” at WCSA! You won’t want to miss this! We’re looking forward

to visiting and sharing old times with all of you in a relaxed and conversation-friendly atmosphere.

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

Timely registration helps us in planning the event.

See you at Reunion!

Patricia Lesmeister Nelson ’61, Kenwood Rund ’60, and David Kill ’60 WCSA Board Members & Reunion Planning Committee

WCSA REUNION OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES

In addition to traditional events happening at WCROC on Friday, July 15 there are two other opportunities of interest.

8:30 - 10 a.m.

WCSA Aggie t-shirts are now available!

Size S-XL 2XL-3XL Tall

Price $9 $13 $15

Price does NOT include shipping.

Please add $9/up to 2 shirts if not picking up at the Reunion.

Order form on page 11

COFFEE & DONUTS AT THE WCSA ALUMNI GARDEN Stop by the University of Minnesota Morris campus for coffee and donuts, hosted by Acting Chancellor Janet Schrunk Ericksen, before heading up to the WCROC for Reunion. See your beautiful alumni garden or take a self-guided tour around campus and reminisce about your time as a student. Golf carts will be available at the North parking lot and near the garden for those who would need transportation from their vehicle or to tour campus.

4 - 5 p.m.

THE STORY OF STEVENS COUNTY Visit the Stevens County Historical Museum, 116 West 6th Street, to view the exhibit “The Story of Stevens County” and perhaps share a story about your adventures at WCSA. 9

2022 WCSA ALL-SCHOOL REUNION Friday, July 15, 2022, Ag Country Auditorium—West Central Research and Outreach Center

WCSA REUNION SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Friday, July 15 West Central Research and Outreach Center in the Ag Country Auditorium.

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.

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Display Gardens Pomme de Terre Park

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Coffee and Cookies Optional Guided Tours of WCROC Garden and Farm (3 p.m. and 3:45 p.m.)

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Say goodbyes and make plans to see each other at the 2023 WCSA All-School Reunion!

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PARKING The 2022 WCSA reunion is at the West Central Research and Outreach Center (WCROC). The WCROC has on-site parking at the Administration building, including handicap parking and an accessible entrance.

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Check page 9 for optional activities to round out your day.

The health and wellbeing of our alumni is our first priority. The University of Minnesota Morris continues to monitor MDH and CDC COVID-19 safety guidance for events.

2022 WCSA ALL-SCHOOL REUNION REGISTRATION FRIDAY, JULY 15, 2022 If you plan to attend the reunion, please return your $27 registration fee and the form below by June 30, 2022.

Your 2022 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

Late or Walk-In Registration: $35

If you do not plan to attend the reunion this year you can use this form to update your address or send a gift.

Make checks payable to University of Minnesota Morris.

Return form to: Office of Alumni Relations, Welcome Center, 600 East Fourth Street, Morris, Minnesota 56267 REUNION REGISTRATION

WCSA AGGIE T-SHIRT ORDERS (see page 9 for pricing)

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Pickup ¨ Delivery ¨

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Size

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I/We ¨ will ¨ will not attend reunion.

¨ WCSA AlumNEWS (#4634)

If you have special dietary concerns, please contact Pat Nelson at pattysings43@fedtel.net or 612-599-1509.

¨ Rural Students Scholarship (#5616)

$ $

ADDRESS UPDATE

¨ Herb Croom Endowed Scholarship (given to WCSA and UMN Morris legacy students) (#3910) ¨ WCSA Alumni Garden and the West Central School of Agriculture Alumni Association Scholarship (4633)

$

¨ Charlie and Carol Berg Scholarship (#20565)

$

¨ WCSA Class of ’56 Scholarship (#5166)

$

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My gift is (please check) ¨ in honor of ¨ in memory of UM23UMMWCSAN - 4633

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Photo collage from the 1957 edition of The Moccasin.

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