InternGF summer cohort to celebrate program graduation at Olive Ann Hotel
Event will honor achievements of 30 student interns across the region

Who: InternGF, a partnership between the UND’s Center for Innovation, Experiential Learning Center, and the Grand Forks Region Economic Development Corporation (EDC), aimed at helping interns build meaningful connections, explore the local community and gain real-world professional experience.
What: A closing ceremony celebrating the achievements of the 30 students comprising the program’s summer 2025 cohort. The evening will include group photos, a networking social hour, dinner, and a short presentation highlighting student stories and program successes.
When: Wednesday, Aug. 7, 2025.
- 5:30 – 6:00 p.m.: Networking Social
- 6:00 – 6:30 p.m.: Dinner
- 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.: Program Presentation and Recognition Ceremony
Where: The Opal Events Center, located inside the Olive Ann Hotel. 402 Demers Ave Suite 200, Grand Forks, ND 58203.
Media Contacts:
Becca Cruger, director of workforce development at the EDC.
Email: beccac@grandforks.org
Phone: 701.738.0009
Haylee Bjork, marketing outreach coordinator, UND Center for Innovation.
Email: haylee.bjork@und.edu
Phone: 701.777.3281
Media Image: 2025 InternGF summer cohort