UND Releases Holiday Message From Alumni Chief Alongside Concert Choir Seasonal Performance
breaking this holiday season, the University of North Dakota has published a heartfelt video featuring a message from DeAnna Carlson Zink, the chief executive officer of the UND Alumni Association & Foundation, paired with a performance by the UND Concert Choir.
In the message, Zink thanks the UND community-alumni, friends adn supporters-for helping the year stand out and invites viewers to celebrate the values that unite the campus: connection, generosity and pride.
“From all of us at the UND Alumni Association and Foundation, we wish you and your loved ones a joyful holiday season and a new year filled with hope, happiness and continued pride in the UND community you helped build and you continue to nourish,” Zink says.
The project looks back on the year while pointing toward future milestones, highlighting the impact of the alumni network in supporting students and strengthening UND’s community spirit.
Viewers are encouraged to watch now and join the Association & Foundation in celebrating the enduring bonds that define UND.
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| association | UND Alumni Association & Foundation |
| Content | Holiday message from CEO DeAnna Carlson Zink and a UND Concert Choir performance |
| Theme | Gratitude, connection, generosity, and enduring UND pride |
| Call to Action | Watch the video and engage with UND’s community efforts |
Evergreen takeaways
The message underscores how alumni engagement and campus arts contribute to student success and community resilience. A strong alumni network can extend mentorship and support beyond graduation, while musical performances reinforce campus identity and shared tradition.
- Alumni networks provide opportunities, guidance and financial backing that help students thrive.
- arts programs, such as the Concert Choir, reinforce campus culture and pride across generations.
Two questions for readers: What memory of UND from this year resonates with you most, and why? How will you engage with the UND Alumni Association & Foundation in the year ahead?
Share this moment with friends and fellow UND supporters, and join the conversation about sustaining the university’s community spirit.
