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2010 Internship Program

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Now Accepting Applications For 2010 Internships

Our National Office, located in Chicago, is offering internships in 3 different areas: The German-American Journal, Marketing & Advertising, and Grant Writing. Starting and ending dates, as well as weekly schedules and hours, are flexible and can be determined upon acceptance.

Exclusive Look at DANK’s New Website

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Progress on the next version of DANK’s National website is moving along nicely, and has moved past the main design stage.  There is still a lot of work to be done before it can be launched.  Since the design is basically finalized, I thought some of you would be interested in seeing what the future of DANK.org looks like.

Feb/Mar 2010 Journal Online

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The latest edition of the German-American Journal is posted online to read or download.  Many are calling this the best issue yet, so make sure you check it out.

‘Twas The Week Before Christmas

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‘Twas the week before Christmas and all through the DANK Haus, not a creature was stirring, they’re were all passed out from dues processing…even the mouse.

The cards were all hung by the Epson with care, in hopes that more presents for the office soon would be there.

50th Anniversary Journal Now Online

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The Special 50th Anniversary Edition of the German-American Journal is now posted online for you to download.  This paper is DANK’s largest to date and is full of great articles.

Pajama Party Festivities

by Darlene - Journal Editor
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After the Saturday Gala Ball, delegates made it back to their rooms to change into more comfortable attire.  Off with the shoes, out of the gown, and into some comfy pajamas or what ever one may sleep in.  Some of the delegates were shy at first but after a few beers and some lively singing, everyone let their hair down and had a great time. [...] Read more »

50th Anniversary Gala Ball Celebration

by Darlene - Journal Editor
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Delegates, guests and dignitaries were dressed to kill as the evening festivities got under way. The emcee welcomed everyone and then invited Bill Schimidt, President of DANK South, Mayor Jim Holland of Frankfort , Consul General Onno Hückmann and National President Bill Fuchs forward to bring greetings and congratulations to all present.  The line at the bar was constant and the dance floor was full.

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Saturday Election Roundup

by Darlene - Journal Editor
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The Presidency was again uncontested and Bill Fuchs was unanimously re-elected. After the votes were counted Erik Wittmann and Donna Lippert were re-elected to the positions of Vice-President. Beverly Pochatko was uncontested for the position of Secretary and Maria Thompson was uncontested for the position of Treasurer, both are expected to serve for the next two years.

After the elections, Werner Juretzko, who witnessed the end [...] Read more »