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  • “A great story for a great basketball player. I remember him as a frosh. He was a great shooter but only an average player. As he developed his passing and decision-making, he became one of the best college …”
  • “I am sure my pledge father, Jim Burns '67, '71 JD, is watching with enthusiasm as Boo has led this surge in NU basketball. Jim was great in the 1960s with some very good teams. Sorry that Jim recently …”

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  • “Sheinelle, congratulations on your tremendous broadcasting accomplishment. My mornings are not complete if I have not had coffee with Sheinelle. Your depth of preparation of topic, your stunning outfits …”
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  • “This may be a great alternative for kids who use orthotics in their shoes. Occasionally the orthotic is only required for one shoe, or orthotics of two sizes are required for proper fit. A boot with the …”
  • “This would also be great for people whose feet are two different sizes. ”

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  • “This is cool! I was in the band for five years (1961–65) and spent a good part of my career in the band education business. John Paynter was my main mentor. Go 'Cats! ”
  • “I was the field announcer for the Marching Band from 1957 to 1960 under the direction of the most motivational and engaging person I ever knew — John P. Paynter! That experience, without a doubt, provided …”

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