Ask a Mac Student
Current Mac students Abby, Brennan, Elinor and Oli talk about everything from food to weather to finding community. Hear more about first-year courses and student orgs too.
Recorded Events for Admitted Students
We’re glad you’re here! Several admitted student events are available for viewing on your own schedule, and even at your own speed. Hear directly from students and professors, along with staff ready to support your transition to Macalester, as well as President Rivera.
Recorded Events
Academics at Mac
Provost Karine Moe, Chemistry Professor Tom Varberg, Economics Professor Amy Damon, History Professor Katie Phillips, and Theater & Dance Professor Harry Waters Jr. are here to talk about the curriculum, classes, research, student support, and learning in the Twin Cities.
Conversation with President Rivera
Hear more about fall planning, the status on residential living, vaccinations, and more. Jeff Allen, VP of Admissions and Financial Aid, joins Dr. Rivera for a chat to cover the top questions among new students and families.
Macalester Parent Panel
Hear from three current Macalester parents, who share views on academics at Macalester, support from professors, Macalester’s neighborhood, choosing Macalester, and more.
Welcome to your Macalester Journey
President Rivera welcomes students, Jeff Allen gives an overview of our applicants and admitted students, and Professor Duchess Harris shares more about classes and opportunities. Current Mac students Traci Badu ’21 (at 14:36) and Jim Smith ’21 (at 32:37) share their Mac journey and answer questions about college life.
Career Exploration & Internships
Join Macalester’s Dean of Macalester’s Career Exploration, Mindy Deardruff, and student Sam Hochberger to learn about all the ways students are supported in their internship aspirations and career goals.
Joining our Community
Staff from across campus, along with a current Mac student, talk about moving to Macalester, public transportation, what to expect, and answer student questions.
Sesión informativa
A una sesión de información especial para aprender más sobre nuestra comunidad, el entorno académico, la vida después de la graduación y qué esperar en los próximos meses.
Academic Department Introductions
- Anthropology
- Biology
- Chemistry
- Classical Mediterranean & the Middle East
- Economics
- Educational Studies
- English
- Environmental Studies
- Geography
- German Studies
- International Studies
- Linguistics
- Math, Stats, and Computer Science
- Music
- Political Science – U.S. Politics
- Pre-Med & Health Professions Advising
- Psychology
- Russian Studies
- Sociology
- Spanish & Portuguese
- Women’s, Gender, & Sexuality Studies