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Ryan Graalum - North Dakota

Ryan Graalum is the Assistant Director of Financial Aid at North Dakota State University, which he has held for the past 1-½ years. Prior to his current position, he was the Assistant Director of Financial Aid at Valley City State University for eight years. Ryan holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Administration from VCSU. Ryan has been very involved in NDASFAA and RMASFAA. He currently serves as NDASFAA President and is the Vice-Chair for the RMASFAA Membership Committee. Ryan will serve as the chair of that committee in 2002.

Ryan enjoys walking, golfing and traveling. Ryan did indicate that he isn't able to golf as much as he would like because of some nagging back trouble. One of his best hobbies is traveling. Ryan indicated that being involved with NDASFAA and RMASFAA gives him the opportunity to do a little more traveling and seeing different parts of the country. Ryan is single and never been married and owns his own home in West Fargo. When asked what his dislikes are, Ryan indicated that he doesn't like to do personal interviews.

Ryan, we all look forward to your involvement with NDASFAA and RMASFAA activities.