Asif Arshid is a graduate student in civil engineering. What NDSU means to you: “NDSU is ‘the stone of the philosophers,’ which is transforming an ordinary substance (Asif Arshid) into gold (a highly qualified degree holder, the first in his entire family with Ph.D.).”
John Narum is a senior majoring in industrial engineering. What NDSU means to you: “NDSU and being a Bison means you are part of a shining stream of tradition and excellence, and you have the responsibility to keep it all continuous.”
Jon Pacella is a senior majoring in chemistry. What NDSU means to you: “NDSU has been instrumental to my development as a student, leader and overall as a person. It is a place where I have fostered a greater sense of community and civic engagement. NDSU has empowered me, and given me the knowledge and confidence that will enable me to be successful in medical school and in my career as a physician.”
Kyle Knutson is a senior majoring in zoology, with the goal of going to medical school. What NDSU means to you: “It’s home. When people ask me where I’m from, I say NDSU, since my hometown is pretty small. Ultimately, NDSU has made me who I am today. Without all of the activities I have been involved with, I wouldn’t have the same confidence I have today.”
Nicholas Reitan is a senior majoring in new media and web design. What NDSU means to you: “It means being a part of something larger than myself. No matter where I’ve been in the world, I know that NDSU students share an identity and pride for our school that unites us.”
Peter Crowley is a senior majoring in electrical engineering. What NDSU means to you: “NDSU is where my family is. It’s where I grew from a high schooler into a young man who will have a positive impact on the world around him.”
Brooke Feltman is a senior majoring in nursing. What NDSU means to you: “It’s home for me — nowhere else will you feel so welcomed by the university, community and state as a whole. The amount of pride radiating through the campus and community is tremendous and makes me love NDSU even more. I am proud to be a part of Bison tradition.”
Colette Bersie is a senior majoring in marketing and management. What NDSU means to you: “It has been the base for my success in academics, service and relationships with others. I met my best friends while receiving an outstanding education. I truly couldn’t imagine my college experience anywhere else.”
Finnley Maier is senior majoring in social science. What NDSU means to you: “It has allowed me to explore every interest I have through student organizations and classes. Whether I’m on campus, in Frisco, or back on the East coast, whenever I see someone rocking Bison gear, we have that instant association and bond, and I love that so much.”
Madison Novacek is a senior majoring in English education. What NDSU means to you: “I thought I would like a bigger city like Phoenix or New York, but coming back to Fargo and NDSU, it’s sinking in for me that this is my home. You will never find a group of students and faculty as genuine, loving and kind.”
Natalia Martinez is a junior majoring in English education. What NDSU means to you: “NDSU is a family, and it is lifelong. Through service opportunities, social gatherings and community events, I’ve found that to be a Bison means working hard and being supportive.”
Katie Payette is a senior majoring in apparel, retail merchandising and design. What NDSU means to you: “NDSU is my home away from home. Everyone here comes together no matter where they’re from, what major they are, or how old they are, and that is truly incredible.”