Judith Martin Passes Away

Judith Martin, Community Activist and University of Minnesota Educator, Passes Away.

Judith A. Martin, one of the most visible and prolific commentators on the history, growth, and redevelopment of the Twin Cities, died on Monday morning, October 3 at Regions Hospital in Saint Paul, following complications from cancer. A professor of geography and director of the urban studies program at the University of Minnesota and ardent community activist, Judith served the people of the state both inside and outside of the classroom for more than 30 years. Click here to read more about Judith's extensive career and contributions.

Public Celebration
A public celebration in honor of Judith will be held on Sunday, October 30.  Click here for invitation

Sunday, October 30
2 o’clock pm
Nicollet Island PavilionMinneapolis

Some refreshments, some gathering, some music, some stories and, of course, a parade to the river (what else would Judith do?)

Memorials can be directed to:
Minnesota Fringe Festival
79 - 13th Avenue NE, Suite 112
Minneapolis, MN 55413

Friends of Northrop Dance Season
Fund 1996
University of Minnesota Foundation
Lockbox B, PO Box 70870, C-M 3854
St. Paul, MN 55170-3854

The Judith Martin Memorial Fund, c/o University of Minnesota Foundation
C-M 3854
PO Box 70880
Saint Paul, MN 55170-3854

 
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