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100+ student organizations

From badminton and rugby to comic books and anime, student organizations at Macalester cover all sorts of interests and experiences and provide space to build community—because there’s more to college life than coursework.

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Activism is highly encouraged

Because even small acts of social advocacy, like voicing an unpopular opinion, can contribute to social transformation.

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Making space for everyone

Diversity, equity, and inclusion underscore life at Macalester. We pay attention to historically marginalized voices, bolster leadership, and grapple with social justice in theory and practice.

Multiculturalism at Mac
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Taking action against climate change

At Macalester, we’re reducing our carbon footprint by implementing more sustainable practices campus-wide.

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Student athletes compete in 19 varsity and 7 club sports at Macalester.

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Macalester students learn a lot from each other while living on campus together.

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A Day in the Life

Lorenna

Lacrosse practice, professor chats, and meals with friends in Cafe Mac: all just a day in the life of Lorenna Graham ’26!

A Day in the Life

Lorenna

Lacrosse practice, professor chats, and meals with friends in Cafe Mac: all just a day in the life of Lorenna Graham ’26!

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MacFest was a success!

This year’s MacFest was a blast, with the new Coo statue unveiling centering the celebration!

MacFest was a success!

This year’s MacFest was a blast, with the new Coo statue unveiling centering the celebration!
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NYT visits Café Mac!

NYT reporter Matt Yan visited our campus to sample some food from Café Mac! The apple bars were, unsurprisingly, a hit.

NYT visits Café Mac!

NYT reporter Matt Yan visited our campus to sample some food from Café Mac! The apple bars were, unsurprisingly, a hit.
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Class of 2030 arrives!

Our newest batch of Scots arrived on campus and instantly imbued our space with some amazing energy! Looking forward to seeing everything the Class of 2030 will accomplish.

Class of 2030 arrives!

Our newest batch of Scots arrived on campus and instantly imbued our space with some amazing energy! Looking forward to seeing everything the Class of 2030 will accomplish.

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