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Kroll makes a difference with prosthetic leg

Noah Schoolman, Copy Editor October 19, 2017

When Everett Kroll was first becoming interested in science, he never thought he would be able to make a difference in the world. Yet here he is, coming off of a trip to the ISEF International Science...

Chris Shaffer tells of his 5 Ps to success: Plan, passion, perseverance, personal pride, the opportunity to preach. “Ive had a passion for weather ever since I was a kid. It just kept calling,” Chris Shaffer says.

Chris Shaffer’s journey from Stillwater to WCCO

Annie Seiler, Online Editor February 25, 2016

From waking up with his daughters to make them breakfast, to immediately having to drive to WCCO to make maps, forecast, and be aired on live TV, Chief Meterologist Chris Shaffer continues to experience...

Meteorologist Chris Shaffer speaks to the class regarding his life story and career. “I loved the weather. I have always loved the weather,” said Shaffer.

Stillwater alumni pursues his passion in meteorology

Sydney Spreck March 5, 2014

Close calls with the weather are a thing that most Minnesotans have experienced.  In a state that plays host to such weather anomalies as blizzards, tornadoes and hail, it is nearly impossible for native...

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