<p>We have old friends from our days long ago in academics. They took jobs at UND and have absolutely raved about their quality of life ever since. We still see them every couple of years at conferences. They just love North Dakota. Both grew up in CA. The pictures they pass around of their home are jaw-droppingly gorgeous. Both excellent scholars - could have ended up with appointments at more prestigious schools but chose North Dakota because it did back flips to accommodate them both. They have never looked back.</p>
<p>I am clipping out this article to discuss with my rising senior. She is contrary enough in her thinking to perhaps go for this direction.</p>