Robert J. Odegard
Posted on June 5, 2023
Bob Odegard was awarded an Honorary Doctor of Law following his distinguished career at the University of Minnesota. Under his leadership from 1970 to 1984, the University of Minnesota Foundation set new standards nationwide for raising funds to benefit educational institutions. He received a Bachelor of Science in agricultural economics from the University of Minnesota in 1942 and then entered the U.S. Navy. Following his service, Bob managed the family businesses while also serving in the Minnesota State Legislature.
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