Mayor Don Osborne Proclaims February 23
Maroon and Gold Day
in Crookston
The city of Crookston will join in celebrating Maroon and Gold Day Friday, February 23, 2001. Crookston Mayor Don Osborne signed a city-wide proclamation on Wednesday making it official. February 23 marks the official observance of the University of Minnesota's Founders Week, which commemorates the signing of the U's charter on Feb. 25, 1851. Maroon and Gold Day is the highlight of the U's sesquicentennial (150 year) anniversary.
The event is being observed all over the state. Each of the University's campuses--Crookston, Duluth, Morris, and the Twin Cities--and their local communities will observe the day. Minnesota Governor Jesse Ventura has also signed a statewide proclamation marking the date as Maroon and Gold Day.
According to U of M President Mark Yudof, "Friday is a special day for the University of Minnesota and the people of the state who have given so much to their land-grant university. Whether you are an alumnus, a neighbor, or a proud Minnesotan, please join us in this once-in-a-lifetime celebration by wearing maroon and gold gear."
At UMC, the day marks the highlight of Maroon and Gold Week.
PDF file of Crookston Proclamation
- Posted 02/22/2001
Contact: Andrew Svec, 218-281-8435