College Newswire
Maccolades for September 2024: NBA esteem, a Marvel comics debut, voting outreach, and more
Maccolades is a monthly round-up of the most recent accolades and accomplishments earned by members of the Macalester community. Below are highlights from September 2024.
U.S. News, Niche and others once again rank Macalester College among nation’s top liberal arts colleges
Macalester's rankings include 14th in study abroad and 26th on a list of National Liberal Arts Colleges, among others.
New book offers scientific evidence to help protest movements be more successful
In her new book, Dr. Lisa Mueller, associate professor of political science, applies a social scientist's rigor to protest movements.
Macalester presents honorary degree to The Honorable Andrew Gordon ’05
On September 5, 2024, Macalester College President Suzanne M. Rivera presented The Honorable Andrew Gordon ‘05 with the honorary degree of Doctor of Humane Letters.
Macalester College Board of Trustees Extends President Suzanne M. Rivera’s Contract
"I am incredibly proud of all that we have been able to accomplish as a community over the past four years, and am looking forward to continuing that work together," said President Rivera.
Maccolades for Summer 2024: Among the best in books, career services, waste reduction, and more
Maccolades is a monthly round-up of the most recent accolades and accomplishments earned by members of the Macalester community. Below are highlights from Summer 2024.
Macalester to outsource investment management
For the first time in Macalester’s history, the college will partner with a private firm to manage its investments.
Maccolades for May 2024: Queer role model, sustainability awards, an octogenarian swimming legend, and more
Maccolades is a monthly round-up of the most recent accolades and accomplishments earned by the Macalester community.
Biology professor part of team awarded $15 million NSF grant to study climate change in the Arctic
The Evolving Meta-Ecosystems Institute will focus on understanding how Arctic organisms and ecosystems are responding to a rapidly changing climate.
Academics News
Arctic Research Heats Up
In Arctic Norway, Lukas Lock-Scamp ’25, Mary Ossar ’24, and biology professor Mary Heskel research tundra plants in a rapidly changing climate.
The Ripple Effect of Redlining
Prof. Anika Bratt and her students are investigating how historic redlining impacts water quality in the Twin Cities today.
New research is a wake-up call for water safety in private wells
A new study reveals that many rural households with private wells are unaware of potential water contamination risks, highlighting the need for increased testing and public health outreach.
A Path Out of Poverty
A unique community partnership aims to uplift families in St. Paul’s historic Rondo neighborhood.
Inside the Chuck Green Fellowship
From meeting state politicians to biking around St. Paul to investigate fresh produce availability, this year’s Chuck Green fellows had a busy and productive summer.
New book offers scientific evidence to help protest movements be more successful
In her new book, Dr. Lisa Mueller, associate professor of political science, applies a social scientist's rigor to protest movements.
Archaeology in the Digital Age
Two students are enhancing Macalester’s archaeology curriculum through summer research on new technologies and hands-on opportunities in the Twin Cities and on campus.
Software Design and Development
Professor Joslenne Peña believes that developing empathy and inclusiveness is just as crucial as learning code.
Abstract Expressions: Dr. Kristi Curry Rogers
Faculty research in a nutshell
Student Life News
They Love to Disc
Ultimate Frisbee club team takes fifth at Nationals
Labors of Love and Literature
English professor Andrea Kaston Tange's nineteenth-century British literature class took a trip back to the days of sewing by hand.
Innovation Scholars Tackle Real-Time Challenges
Macalester students explored the intersection of science, healthcare and medicine, economics, business, and entrepreneurship.
All-Nighters, All Innovators: Highlights from Macathon 2023
MintT takes first place.
Creating a resource for art students
Figure drawing people without bias
Transforming Ideas into Action
Grant helps student create program in Italy
“Art Should Be Fearless”
Rapper and record producer Kwame Ametepee Tsikata ’05–aka M.anifest–took the stage at Springfest.
MacShare Brings Food Justice to Campus
MacShare expands affordable groceries, fights food insecurity, and promotes food justice in the Twin Cities through sales and partnerships.
Building Toward Racial Justice
Mac community members take action and implement ideas, with support from college donors.
Internships News
Internship at the Nature Conservancy
Amanda de Souza ’25 works creating a best practices guide around tribal engagement
Coding accessible educational tools
Student interns at a start up
Uncovering Ancient Fossils
Interning at the Science Museum of Minnesota
Internship at the Center for Energy and Environment
Georgia Barnes monitors Minnesota's gas and electric compliance
Story-writing intern brings ideas together
As part of her environmental studies capstone, Julia Chamberland has been writing stories for Minnesota Upstream.
MacConnect: Washington, D.C.
Over spring break, a group of students explored social science careers in Washington, D.C., with MacConnect.
Vehicles for Change
Ellie Hohulin '19 looks back on her academic and professional journey so far, including community engagement at Macalester and beyond.
Helping businesses tell their story
Ethan Hyslop '23 has been a strategy intern at the Superhuman Agency since the summer of his junior year.
Mapping Carbon
A work study experience at Mac led to a job as a map maker
Alumni News
Sounding Board: Our Obligations to Foster Respectful Dialogue
Biography of Old Main
The beautiful, chaotic life of Macalester’s most iconic building.
Software Design and Development
Professor Joslenne Peña believes that developing empathy and inclusiveness is just as crucial as learning code.
Volunteer Spotlight: Kathleen Pinkett ’75
Kathleen Pinkett ’75 speaks on giving back to Macalester as a volunteer
Beyond the Border
As immigration emerges as a top election issue, Cristobal Ramón ’06 ensures that accurate data informs the discussion.
Work Wisdom: Achal Sondhi ’07
Achal Sondhi ’07 shares career lessons from finance and energy.
Last Look: A Boat of Their Own
During her time at Mac, professor Ruth Schellberg led groups of students and colleagues on week-long expeditions into the Boundary Waters.
Presidential Panel
Macalester’s past and present leaders reflect on their years at the college.
A Not-So-Retiring Retirement
After a successful career in health care analytics, Erin DeRuggiero ’96 is focusing on supporting up-and-coming entrepreneurs.