Category: Alumni

Volunteer Summit

Neighborhood Nostalgia

We asked for your favorite neighborhood spots over the years–and you answered.

Lecture Notes: History, Power, and Silence

American Studies professor Duchess Harris examines race, class, and the Me Too movement.

The New Rules of Food

What's for dinner? Alumni in food and farming share wisdom to guide our decisions.

When the Science Is Personal

With a scientist's brain and a mother's determination, Lara Pullen '88 is uncovering a new treatment for a rare disease.

Finding His Rhythm

Composer Doug Little '91 discovers an affinity with traditional Cuban musical styles.

2019 Alumni Awards

Mac honors nine alumni who exemplify the college's mission and values.

The Quality of Mercy

President Rosenberg speaks about the importance of mercy to the graduating class of 2019.

Kofi Annan’s Legacy

Learn how the legacy of Kofi Annan '61 has touched the lives of Macalester alumni.

Fun in the Sun at Reunion 2019

Reunion 2019 featured a great turnout--and great weather!

From Ebola Discoveries to Positive Coaching

At this year's Reunion, nine alumni were recognized for their outstanding work and commitment to Macalester's values. Pictured here is Lowell Gess ’42, who founded a clinic in Sierra Leone that became an Ebola research and treatment hub.

Mac Book News: Spring 2019

Books written by alumni

Group Travel

After 11 Mac friends dispersed around the world during junior year, they wanted to honor their friendships with a special reunion—and January was their chance.

Shelf Conscious: Nadya Nedelsky

Ever wonder about all those books lining professors’ offices? We’re with you.

National Champion

Next year, Aguiar will pursue a master’s of public policy and administration at Syracuse University.

Sustainability Update: Spring 2019

With 2020 just around the corner, Macalester is fast approaching the deadlines for some of its sustainability commitments: zero waste by 2020, 30 percent real food by 2020, and carbon neutral by 2025.

Huddle up with Donnie Brooks

Macalester’s new director of athletics, Donald (Donnie) Brooks, arrived on campus in January.

Opening Scene

Mac’s new theater and dance building gives students the space to take their ideas from imagination to creation.

Language Evangelists

Mac's linguists love how you talk.

Shaping a Better Macalester: EEO at 50 Years

Alumni and staff reflect on the successes, challenges, and impact of Expanded Educational Opportunities, Macalester’s first college access program.

Bright Future

Reynaldo Rodriguez ’85 applies his business acumen to expanding the reach of renewable energy.