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St. Olaf student crowned "Miss Defeat of Jesse James Days"

By Le Ann Finger '85
August 23, 2004

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Reid is a student worker in the office of President Thomforde.
St. Olaf student Erika Reid was crowned "Miss Defeat of Jesse James Days" at the Queen Coronation Aug. 21. She will participate in many of the events during Northfield's annual "Defeat of Jesse James Days" celebration Sept. 9-12. In addition, Reid will represent Northfield at surrounding community events, celebrations, and parades for the upcoming year.

Reid, a 2003 Northfield High School graduate, is a sophomore majoring in biology with a pre-med concentration. "I was drawn to St. Olaf College for three reasons -- its academic reputation, the international studies program, and the beautiful campus," said Reid. "I am grateful to attend a college known for its nationally ranked science program."

Reid was one of eight queen candidates who successfully answered a spontaneous as well as a prepared question during the coronation program. Upon being crowned queen Reid said, "This is exciting for me and will be great for St. Olaf College and the town of Northfield."

During the school year, Reid is a student-worker in the President's Office. Reid was escorted to the coronation by St. Olaf President Christopher Thomforde. "It was a fun evening -- especially having President Thomforde as my escort," she said.

Reid is the daughter of Northfield residents Jon and Guy Reid.

Contact Le Ann Finger at 507-786-3834 or finger@stolaf.edu.