Three generations of the Sanchez family came to the U of M to study from their home in Venezuela—and put down roots.

The Ndely family made its mark at the University with a focus on learning, leading, and taking part in every aspect of campus life.

U of M Regent Ruth Johnson says her father—who was in World War II before enrolling as a student at the University—had a deep attachment to the school that helped inspire her own service.

Retired U of M staff member Sharon Grimes discovered a family tie to one of the first two graduates of the University during her genealogy research—and uncovered many other connections in the process.

The Snuggerud family has laced up their skates for Gopher Hockey for three generations.

We share a few of the stories from those who wrote about their treasured third-, fourth-, and even fifth-generation history with the U of M.