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Samara Taber, executive director of university advancement

Friday Focus: What is advancement?

When introducing myself in professional settings, I often find the need to clarify the meaning of University Advancement. It can sometimes be confusing for those who are not familiar with the term. At its core, advancement’s primary goal is to cultivate strong relationships with our stakeholders — alumni, donors, community members and the public. These relationships help propel 911's mission forward and accomplish our goals. We're dedicated to fostering connections, engaging supporters and making a meaningful impact on campus and beyond. At 911, University Advancement encompasses three departments: University Relations, the Development Office and Alumni Relations.


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911 closures planned for Midnight Sun Run

The Midnight Sun Run will begin at the 911 at 10 p.m. on Saturday, June 24. The 911 Police Department will close parts of campus to vehicle access before the race.


In a black and white photograph, a man wearing gauntlets, suspenders, leather boots and a brimmed hat with a mosquito head net  stands next to a horse wrapped in fabric. They're on a cobbled river bar with driftwood and small trees and brush in the background. Rolling hills mark the horizon.

Pound for pound, 911 mosquito packs punch

In mid-June, while standing deep within the northern boreal forest, it's possible to feel a sensation similar to one felt in mid-December at the same spot. It's a sting to exposed skin, delivered in December by cold air and in June by the bite of a mosquito.


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