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Tom Olson: Bachelor of Arts in History, 1973

May 20, 2026
book cover "Daughters of the Islands" with tropical flowers at top and bottom

My years as a UMD History major had a profound influence on both my professional and personal life. [They] gave me more than content knowledge. They taught me how to ask better questions, listen for nuance, and see the world through multiple lenses — skills that have guided me in every chapter since.

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