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Congratulations
Bonner Community Scholars
Sixteen first-year students have been selected for inclusion in Macalester's 2008/09 Bonner Community Scholars program, Macalester's inaugural year in the program.
Bonner Community Scholars is a four-year program that provides financial support, a social network, leadership and opportunities for students interested in integrating community engagement into their college experience.
More information about the Bonner Community Scholars Program at Macalester>>>
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Preparing students for engaged citizenship and effective civic leadership is a critical part of Macalester's mission. Many Macalester faculty and staff are actively involved in public scholarship, civic learning and public work. Our students are passionate about issues and want to be positive change agents in the world. The "esprit de corps" of the campus is engagement -- of ideas and action towards a more just and responsible world. This is evidenced in part by the fact that 80% of our students participate in some form of community-based work before they graduate. We work in partnership with community organizations to provide learning experiences that will also enrich the community. This web site or our staff can provide you with information on the numerous ways to connect with the dynamic urban environment of the Twin Cities and beyond.
First Years Go
Into the Streets
Tuesday, August 26, 2008 marked the 20th anniversary of this half-day service event. As part of orientation, the Into the  Streets tradition continues as a way to introduce students to active engagement opportunities with community partners. Students were introduced to local issues and organizations in the Twin Cities and had an opportunity to get to know their classmates better while providing a needed service in the community. |
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