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Summer and Fall 2025 Registration window opens March 17.

History Soirée: History in Action—Alumni Journeys

A coach gives instructions to a player, a person poses for a portrait

Meet Carter Albrecht and Matt Reicher, two history alumni with fascinating journeys! Discover how Albrecht, a top youth soccer coach, leads his teams to state and national championships. Did his history studies help him analyze opponents and recruit diverse talent? Learn how his time at Metro State shaped his coaching success. Hear from Reicher, a history enthusiast who landed internships at the Minnesota Historical Society. Find out how these experiences propelled him to graduate studies, a career at the Minnesota Senate, and the creation of his website, Minnesota Then History Museum. Don't miss this chance to hear their stories, ask questions, network with history professors and students, and enjoy some delicious pizza!

Program:
• 6-6:05: Greetings and Introduction
• 6:05-6:40: Carter Albrecht’s Presentation
• 6:40-7:20: Matt Reicher’s Presentation
• 7:20-7:30: Q&A

Panelists:
Carter Albrecht: Director of Player Development, St. Croix Legends (USL2/UPSL)

Matt Reicher: Project Lead/Digital Content Creator, Minnesota Then History Museum; Sergeant, Minnesota Senate

This is a hyflex event. Participants can join us via Zoom: https://minnstate.zoom.us/s/96225484592
Questions? Contact Sumiko Otsubo at sumiko.otsubo@metrostate.edu.