(ND Ag Connection) – North Dakota State University (NDSU) recently held its Extension and Research Extension Center fall conference in Fargo, where it celebrated the dedication and commitment of its faculty and staff. The university proudly recognized several members for their invaluable service ranging from five to an impressive 45 years.

Among those who completed five years of service are Austin Kraklau, Cody Wieland, Hannah Worral, MaKayla Fleming, Joe Ikley, Alexa Lystad, Hannah Nordby, Bryon Parman, and Megan Vig.

A decade-long contribution was celebrated by Venkataramana Chapara, John Rickertsen, David Weltikol, Penny Dale, Jeanne Erickson, Andrew Friskop, Esther McGinnis, Susan Milender, William Nganje, and Julianne Racine.

The 15-year service honorees include Rickie Bohn, Shana Forster, Benjamin Geaumont, Tyler Tjelde, Chris Augustin, Bob Bertsch, Chad DePlazes, and Tom Kalb.

Two-decade contributors recognized were Holly Arnold and Jack Rasmussen. Celebrating a quarter of a century at NDSU were Gary Willoughby, Jason Faller, Sean Brotherson, Jana Daeuber, and Janet Knodel. Dean Nelson and Rick Schmidt marked 30 years, while Greg Endres celebrated 40 years. The event’s highlight was honoring Blaine Schatz for an astounding 45 years of service.

NDSU’s dedicated professionals are committed to excellence in research and extension, playing a crucial role in advancing the university’s mission in the agricultural sector. Their hard work and dedication are recognized in the university’s celebrations, showcasing the university’s privileged status in this field.