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Macalester recognized as Fulbright Program top producer

This academic year marks the fourth consecutive year that Macalester has been recognized as a high-output school.

Giving Voice to Survivors: Inside a Client-Focused Legal Internship

Shweta Shankar '26 recently interned at Tubman, a Twin Cities nonprofit serving survivors of domestic violence, homelessness, and trafficking. While on the job, she gained valuable experience working with clients and advocating for them in court.

MacGPT: 2025

Winning team creates plan to treat mercury poisoning

Reflecting on the Civil Rights Movement with an urgent call to action

On January 22, the Macalester community welcomed Columbia University professor Dr. Bettina Love to campus for a workshop and keynote lecture.

Olympics Up Next for Speedskating Star

Conor McDermott-Mostowy ʼ24 is Olympics-bound

Statewide leadership, NYC influence, new academic paths, and more

Maccolades is a monthly round-up of the most recent accolades and accomplishments earned by members of the Macalester community.

December Graduation 2025

On Friday, December 12, eighteen students received their diplomas.

Robotic Telescope Training Connects Astronomy Students Across Midwest

Macalester Students at the United Nations

Macalester students traveled to New York City in late October for three intensive days at the United Nations, meeting with officials to discuss the United Nation’s Women, Peace and Security Agenda.

Exploring Public Service at the Attorney General’s Office

For Mostafa Abdelmageed ’27, the call to help others is hardly anything new. But this fall, he explored community service on a whole new level as an intern at the Minnesota Attorney General's Office.

Eight Macalester professors awarded tenure status

Eight faculty members representing a broad range of disciplines have been awarded tenure.

Caring for fossils at the Science Museum of Minnesota

It's not every day that you get to fulfill your childhood dreams. For Violet McCann '26, that dream came true through an internship at the Minnesota Science Museum.

Faculty at full throttle, star-level access, a legacy celebrated, and more

Maccolades is a monthly round-up of the most recent accolades and accomplishments earned by members of the Macalester community.

Frame of Reference: Macalester’s Living Art Collection

Mac’s permanent art collection reflects a dynamic intersection of education, identity, and creative legacy.

Banking on the Future

Serial entrepreneur and cryptocurrency leader Jeremy Allaire ’93 is redefining the way money moves around the world.

Macalester’s Stereo Types

For nearly fifty years, WMCN 91.7 has been the soundtrack to student life and a training ground for students who pursue audio-linked careers.

The Ground We Share

Dance scholar Alessandra Williams ’07 uses movement to connect communities and create social change.

Beer Today, Beer Tomorrow

Sustainability leader Monica Keaney ’10 is working to make sure the brewing business has a future.

Now More Than Ever

President Rivera writes about the importance of Macalester's mission and values in today's world and in the future.

Energizing Tomorrow with Yesterday’s Batteries

At the Minnesota State Fair, Mac’s CollectED project turns toxic trash into an electrifying lesson.

Volunteer Spotlight: Tartan Trivia Champs Daniel Kerwin ’10 and Ryan Kerwin ’12

The brothers, based in Denver, have turned their love of trivia and sibling camaraderie into a fun and easy way to give back.