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Jack Bergquist ’67
Jack is such an enthusiastic supporter of NU that whenever Jack is asked to help he responds with an overwhelming, "Yes!" In the past few years, he has served on the Board of Fellows and then was named a chair of the Art & Architecture Board of Fellows. Jack helped design a car show as a new attraction for future Homecoming celebrations. Jack also created a gift match challenge to start an Art & Architecture endowment and attended Coaching for Leadership for mentoring students. Beyond all that, Jack is also a frequent attendee at NU Club of Connecticut events.
Most recently he accepted his heaviest lift yet… take on a leadership role in the Partridge Society in order to help the Society clarify its mission and develop actionable items toward fulfilling that mission. Jack is visionary, a brilliant strategist and a take-charge leader who rolls his sleeves up and gets things done. There is no limit to what he is willing to do for Norwich.
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Joshua Chafe ’07 & M’08
Originally from Boston, MA, Josh graduated from high school in Northfield, VT, and holds a Bachelor of Science and Master of Architecture degrees from Norwich University. Co-founder and former director of the Emerging Professionals Network of Vermont (EPN), a component of the Vermont chapter of the American Institute of Architects, Josh remains actively involved with the EPN, which serves local emerging professionals by representation on the AIA Vermont Board of Directors, while in turn educating members about important developments within the design and construction industry. Joshua’s work with EPN also serves a larger purpose by organizing events and projects that bring together students, young designers and experienced architects, in order to promote Norwich University, architecture, and good design in our community.
As part of these efforts, Josh is the founding director of the Norwich Summer Design Academy. Since July 2015, Josh has introduced nearly 100 high school students from Vermont, Louisiana, Georgia, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, and Maine to Norwich University. In a week long program, students grapple with design thinking and explore the communication of their ideas through various media and hands-on projects. Because of Joshua’s enthusiasm and professionalism, the Summer Design Academy has recruited students to Norwich and engaged them in the larger design community.
As project architect at TruexCullins in Burlington, VT, Josh and his firm participate in the School's job shadowing program and has helped shape students’ lives by serving on student design reviews, acting as a supportive and responsive mentor, reviewing resumes, advising students on their portfolios, conducting mock interviews, and hiring Norwich students as interns.
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William A. Kingman ’80
William “Bill” Kingman, NU Class of ’80 is nominated for the NU2NU Award for his selfless contributions and volunteerism to Norwich University. Bill serves as the NU New Orleans Chapter point of contact. Annually, and for approximately the last 20 years, the Norwich University Regimental Drill Team has successfully competed in the Tulane University NROTC Mardis Gras Drill Meet. During this period, Bill served as the host and coordinator for many associated activities.
He personally coordinated with the New Orleans Saints Training facility to allow the Drill Team to practice their routines prior to each drill meet. He arranged alum dinners, coordinated Mardi Gras parade participation, and on occasion, he coordinated with the local television morning show for our cadets to appear. Bill also presented a gift to the champion Individual Trick Driller during the annual drill meet award ceremony. In addition to his work as the New Orleans point of contact, Bill has greatly assisted the NU Band Director/Provisional Battalion Faculty Advisor with schedule coordination, lodging, transportation and execution for other events, such as the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier tour, the 45th President’s Inaugural activities, and was the producer for our recent Regimental Band’s performance at Carnegie Hall.
His assistance and contributions have significantly boosted NU’s brand and recognition. In addition to the above, Bill is a former USAF Officer, and a distinguished retired ATF agent and notably, a Medal of Valor recipient. He has taught classes to NU’s criminal justice majors as a guest instructor. Bill is a second generation member of the NU family as his late Dad, Philip, is an NU ’53 grad. Again, it is truly an honor to nominate Bill for his contributions to Norwich University. His character and actions exemplify our commitment to our legacy of citizen soldiery and giving back.
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Joe Milano ’66 & H’03
Joe’s service to Norwich includes president of the NU Club of Boston, vice president of the NU Alumni Association, member of the Board of Fellows, and longtime trustee. He founded a scholarship at his high school in order for prospective students to attend Norwich. A true citizen-soldier, Joe is the owner of the oldest restaurant in Boston and one the oldest in the nation, the Union Oyster House hosts many NU-related events. His generous donations to Norwich led to the construction of Milano Ballroom. A longtime member of the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company in Boston, Joe also serves as Boston’s Honorary Consul General to Thailand.
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Randall H. Miller ’93 & M’07
Randall Miller does a great deal working to gather stories for Norwich University to share with other alumni through his books, podcasts, and much more. He has been a steadfast supporter for alumni and students alike for years and does a great deal to help promote the university.