Chancellor Community Letter October 2025

We hope you've been able to join us for some of the exciting events recently held on campus. For instance, last week's annual author and artist reception featured author Kari Lie Dorer and artist Pieper Fleck Bloomquist, who shared their Norwegian-American heritage with enthusiastic attendees. This week, we look forward to:

- High School Section 8A Volleyball Tournament starting Tuesday, October 28 in Lysaker Gymnasium
- Trunk or Treat Wednesday, October 29 from 5:00-6:30 p.m. around our Campus Mall
- Hoops on Halloween - 16th Annual 3-on-3 Youth Basketball Tournament Sunday, November 2 in the Wellness Center. Teams include up to five players, boys and girls - 3rd through 9th grade. Door prizes for those teams who participate in the costume contest

And, as always, our numerous athletic events with Fall sports wrapping up and Winter sports already going or starting soon. Upcoming home games include Tennis in Grand Forks on November 1, Soccer on our home field November 6, Hockey at the Crookston Sports Center November 7 and 8, and Volleyball in Lysaker Gymnasium on November 14 and 15. Women's and Men's Basketball have their first home games November 19, and Equestrian will compete in the Charles H. Casey Equine Arena November 22. Follow events.crk.umn.edu and goldeneaglesports.com for our calendars of events.

Each year, our faculty and staff partner with United Way of Crookston to give back to the community. In addition to the financial commitment, our generous employees contribute in other numerous ways too. This includes volunteering for community activities, actively serving in local clubs and organizations, and participating in local events.

On November 11, we honor our brave men and women who put their lives on hold to serve the greater good and uphold the freedoms we cherish in this country.

We have several veterans on our campus and have a partnership entitled AISA (Archi's Institute for Sustainable Agriculture) which provides veterans with an introduction to agriculture and beginning horticulture production. Learn more about the program at crk.umn.edu/news/archisinstitute.

Here are five strengths of military-connected students, according to Academic Impressions:
1. They are already the product of an intense educational experience.
2. They bring diversity training and experience with diverse perspectives.
3. They have resilience and are trained problem solvers; some have also received leadership training.
4. They are working toward a mission and are focused on accomplishing their academic goals.
5. They are service-oriented, volunteering more frequently than any other student demographic.

To our soldiers, sailors, marines, airmen, and coast guard, who dedicated their lives to their country, thank you. To the families of our service men and women who have shared time with their loved ones for the betterment of our country, thank you.

Your service will always be cherished and appreciated.

"There is a certain enthusiasm in liberty, that makes human nature rise above itself, in acts of bravery and heroism." - Alexander Hamilton

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