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March-April 2004
MN_MarAp04.jpg - Alumnus Norm Ornstein. Photo collage by Kay Cherush.
Alumnus Norm Ornstein. Photo collage by Kay Cherush.
In the March-April 2004 issue you will find stories about University happenings, interesting events and alumni, Gopher sports, and more.
Links to stories for which the UMAA owns electronic publishing rights are listed below. Additional articles in the issue include:

A Very Early Retirement
A 35-year-old finds the courage to get off the career track and follow his muse.
Essay by Martin Kuz


What If
3/9/2004
University alumnus and political analyst Norm Ornstein (B.A. '67) discusses the continuity of government: ensuring that the government will function in the event of a catastrophic terrorist attack in Washington, D.C.

Peeling Popple
3/9/2004
The winning entry in Minnesota magazine's fifth annual fiction contest.
By Robert O. Harder

"What is our war job?"
3/9/2004
To mark the 100th anniversary year of the University of Minnesota Alumni Association, Minnesota presents a series of articles spanning the alumni association's rich history, including a look at its role during World War II.

Gold Mettle
3/9/2004
Gopher sprinters Mitch Potter and Adam Steele earned gold at the world track championships in 2003. This year, they are striding even farther.

Sports Notebook
3/9/2004
A preview of the season's Gopher sports programs and other news and notes.

Campus Digest
3/9/2004
Stadiums, sled dogs, discoveries, and cheer champs.

National President: The Meaning of Membership
3/9/2004
Is it time to step up you commitment?

Executive Director: Alumni Get Results
3/9/2004
The UMAA has a long history of getting things done.