Drs. David and Monica (Sinner) Goodwin keep North Dakota and UND close. The Grand Forks and Casselton natives met in 1987 during their first year in med school and graduated as a married couple in 1991.

Today they have successful practices at the Central Lakes Medical Clinic in Crosby, MN, and home-school their five children, who range from 18 months to 15 years old.

Even with busy careers and a young family, David and Monica felt compelled to begin giving back to their alma mater. The Goodwins gave their first donation to benefit the UND School of Medicine & Health Sciences in 1992, just one year after graduating. They have consistently made annual gifts to support future physicians ever since.

“The Goodwins are an amazing example of individuals who have found a balance between family, careers, and good will. They are an example of the tremendous impact that can be made by those who choose to give regularly and generously,” said UND Foundation Development Officer Bethany Andrist. “I hope others will be inspired to follow their great example.”