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    UND President Andrew Armacost

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    From an email sent to the UND Community

     

    December 3, 2019

    Dear Members of the University of North Dakota Community,

    I write this note as I fly home to join Kathy back in Colorado Springs. This day has been a whirlwind of joy and excitement as I learned the news of the board’s decision to appoint me as President of UND. I am honored and humbled to serve you and the state of North Dakota in this important role.

    During this entire search process, I have learned much about the University and the people who commit themselves to it: the students, faculty, staff members, coaches, alumni, and citizens. Yet, I fully realize what I have observed during these visits only scratches the surface of all that happens on campus. There is much more to learn and much to discover about the great work taking place at the University of North Dakota.

    Thank you for your warm welcome and your active engagement in the search process. I was amazed at the number of people who had been streaming today’s events in their offices. As I hurried through the halls of the EERC to grab a green tie and prepare for the public announcement, people shouted their congratulations as I sped by. Their enthusiasm for the selection process and the future of the University is immeasurable and represents the passion that each of you feels for this great university.

    Kathy and I are eager to arrive on campus and to become an integral part of this wonderful community. Good luck during the remaining days of the semester!

    With gratitude and respect,

    Andy Armacost

    GO FIGHTING HAWKS!

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    Where to eat in Grand Forks.

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    9 minutes ago, Cratter said:

    Any classic restaurants that haven't changed decor in 30+ years in the Fargo or Bismarck area?

    I'm thinking places like Grandma Butterwicks or (now closed) Del's in Grand Forks.

    Those places even the locals forget even exists.

    Krolls Diner was always a staple when I would visit the grandparents in Bismarck when I was a kid (and some now closed diner in the Kirkwood mall from the 80s).

    Was the place in Kirkwood the 4B's Cafeteria?  That was a favorite of my aunt when we visited.

    https://bismarcktribune.com/b-s-cafeteria/image_fbc00cbe-bf02-5c63-bfa9-ad141886a4b5.html

     

    Ohm's Cafe in Mandan hasn't changed much since the 80's

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    Game of Thrones: UND Edition.

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    Here is the list of candidates  https://und.edu/about/president/search/

    Dr. Andrew P. Armacost
    Dean of the Faculty / Chief Academic Officer
    United States Air Force Academy

    Dr. Robert J. Marley
    Professor of Engineering Management; Former Provost and Executive Vice Chancellor for Academic Affairs
    Missouri University of Science and Technology

    Dr. Laurie A. Stenberg Nichols
    Interim President, Black Hills State University
    Former President University of Wyoming

    Dr. David V. Rosowsky
    Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering; Former Provost and Senior Vice President
    University of Vermont

    Dr. Chuck Staben
    Professor of Biology; Former President
    University of Idaho

    Dr. Paul J. Tikalsky
    Dean, College of Engineering, Architecture and Technology
    Oklahoma State University

    Where to eat in Grand Forks.

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    20 minutes ago, northernraider said:

    Just say in Chamber Facebook page Pub 76 (I think that was the name) was rebranded again at The Office Pub. That's what 3 name changes in 4 years? Reference point is the bar next to Casa Mexico  Mexican Village. 

    Just a slight fix. :)

    Kennedy vs donors... again?

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    4 minutes ago, Frozen4sioux said:

    One thing i find interesting.

    The letter that was released stated he was the LONE finalist.... not that the job was offered or accepted.

    Also does it state anywhere the actual words .... "I resign" ... dont recall that. Although an actual resignation letter may not have been released.

     

    Colorado has a 14 day waiting period once finalists are named before the job can be offered..  Details included in this article.

    http://www.dailycamera.com/ci_32567097

    Goodbye to a SiouxSports Friend * Godspeed, sprig

    in Men's Hockey

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    32 minutes ago, Blackheart said:

    what did the note say?

    MM or jim may be able to provide the exact verbiage since they put it together.  Essentially it said what has been mentioned in this thread and I'm going to have to paraphrase.  

    "Tim was a respected member of our internet community and our Sprig would be missed by all.  From SiouxSports." 

    I liked it that his online moniker was listed.  Really sad to say goodbye.

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    Kennedy vs donors... again?

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    It's also important to remember that the Englestads don't limit their power plays to UND Presidents.  Ralph was also instrumental in getting Terry Wanless replaced as AD.  That led to a couple of bad AD hirings that set the department back dramatically from the success of the late 90's.  Wanless was not even invited to the press conference when "The Ralph" was announced.  These kinds of tactics are very similar to the ones employed by KEM.

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    Kennedy vs donors... again?

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    24 minutes ago, ChrisUND1 said:

    The part about no money coming in was an actual statement I heard.  Not sure if they knew about how the state funding component of running a university.

    If by no money coming in, you mean $41.6M (FY 2014), $48.3M (FY 2015), $33.4M (FY 2016), $40M (FY 2017) and $34.7M (FY2018) in new gifts,  pledges grants and bequests to the UND Foundation.  What were the totals the last five years that we had the Sioux name because I'm having a hard time locating those numbers?

    https://undalumni.org/file/documents/financial/final_annual_report_on_giving.pdf

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    Kennedy vs donors... again?

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    37 minutes ago, UNDBIZ said:

    They have donated some to the REA for the locker room and new video board. I believe they gave a few million to UND for academics between 2009 and 2013 too. 

    In that case, I happily stand corrected.  I should have said no donations outside of The Ralph and MIH, but if they donated to academics then I admit I was wrong.  I certainly don't begrudge any decisions that the Engelstads or anyone else want to make with their money.  If they no longer want to donate to UND, that's their prerogative.  I just don't like the idea that donations are used to threaten the university.

    Kennedy vs donors... again?

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    31 minutes ago, Rebel_Sioux said:

     

    https://www.westfargopioneer.com/sports/4242562-und-cuts-womens-hockey-mens-and-womens-swimming

    While delegations is part of leadership, it doesn't absolve you of responsibility when it's done poorly. Ultimately the IAC and Faison/the IAC made recommendations, the final choice was still his. 

    You’re right. The IAC made coaches beg for their sports and then recommended the untenable position of keeping all 21 sports and increasing funding. 

    At that point, Kennedy evaluated the situation and made the absolute correct call to eliminate WIH and its $2M annual loss.  I give him immense credit for making the right decision that he knew would be unpopular.

    In my opinion, none of the current KEM drama has anything to do with WIH.  At no point, has KEM or anyone associated with The Ralph argued for WIH.  That speaks volumes.  I don’t think Ralph ever imagined MIH having to share The Ralph when he conceived it.  KEM loves to threaten UND with hypothetical donations that are likely to never materialize regardless of what the university does in the future.  To my knowledge, no new donations have been initiated by the Engelstads since Ralph passed away.

     

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    UND to cut women's hockey

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    1 minute ago, SWSiouxMN said:

    VB also has the 3 home games that was apart of the BSC Tournament.  

    UND averaged 1,009 paid attendance for their matches in that tournament compared to roughly 200 for WIH.  That's a pretty substantial difference in paid attendance.

    UND to cut women's hockey

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    2 hours ago, Big Green said:

    Fake news.  Both programs let Champions club members in for Free with basically same attendance.  Women's hockey needed to go based on total cost.

    I agree that WIH deserved the ax based on total cost, but attendance was 35% higher (paid and unpaid) at Volleyball during the 2016 year.

    Volleyball - 17,433 (16 matches) - Avg. 1,090

    http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/stats/w_volleyball_RB/2017/Attend.pdf

    Women's Ice Hockey - 15,344 (19 games) - Avg. 807

    http://fs.ncaa.org/Docs/stats/w_icehockey_rb/2018/attend.pdf

    Past use of logos at UND

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    1 hour ago, BarnWinterSportsEngelstad said:

    I would think you are right. Those are glass block. Does anyone else remember this, or did the paint get removed? or even the large windows get removed. I will drive by today.

    The window is still there. B29BA81E-F757-454D-B3A7-A8715A0BC9CC.thumb.jpeg.40c09801a8ef68f2173bd788fab4028c.jpeg

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    Past use of logos at UND

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    10 hours ago, BarnWinterSportsEngelstad said:


    Anyone remember this Logo, used to hang on the east wall inside the Field-house. 

    This picture was taken at the time President John F. Kennedy was here.

    kennedy und sioux (1).jpg

    Notice Home of UND Sioux, no fighting in the wordage. I've talked this over with many alumni over the years and we don't remember the word Fighting to have been used with Sioux when we went to UND. Was hanging at least into the early to mid 70's.

    Pretty large, maybe this was a gift to UND?

    It looks like it was painted directly onto the windows on the east side of Hyslop.  

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