Attend a Junior Visit Day

Have questions about Junior Visit Days? Contact [email protected].

Junior Visit Day Schedule

8:15 a.m. – Ruth Stricker Dayton Campus
Check-in for your day and select your schedule.

9:00 a.m. – John B. Davis Lecture Hall
Welcome Session

9:40 a.m.
Choose from a campus tour or a sample class.

Intro to Data Science
Professor Leslie Myint (Math, Stats, and Computer Science)
This course provides an introduction to the handling, analysis, and interpretation of the big datasets being collected in science, commerce, and government. Provides an accessible foundation useful for work in natural and social sciences, statistics, and computer science.

Psychology of Climate Action
Professor Christie Manning (Environmental Studies)
Asserting “environmental problems” do not exist; they are, in fact, human behavior problems, this mini-class uses psychological principles to explore the web of factors underlying sustainable practices.

10:50 a.m.
Choose from a campus tour or a sample class.

Leadership in Global Context
Professor Ahmed Samatar (International Studies)
Leadership is among the deepest features of associational life, pervading every profession and institution, especially in the age of complex global change. How does a leader form a vision, gain legitimacy, and act decisively?

Sounding the Starry Vault: Beethoven and Kant’s Sublime
Professor Mark Mazullo (Music)
Through guided discussion and brief piano performances, Professor Mazullo will introduce participants to Beethoven’s Piano Sonata No. 32, the writings of Immanuel Kant, and exploration of the far reaches of the universe. Class is sure to delight all guests, regardless of prior musical knowledge.

12:00 p.m – Kagin Commons
Lunch provided by campus food service partner Bon Appètit.

1:00 p.m.
Choose from a campus tour or the “Ask a Mac Student” panel.

2:00 – 2:30 p.m. – Weyerhaeuser Boardroom
Grab a snack, ask lingering questions, and chat with current students and Admissions staff.

Unable to join us for a Junior Visit Day? Individual campus visits are another way to experience Macalester.

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