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Life at Mac

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100+ student organizations

From badminton and rugby to comic books and anime, student organizations at Macalester cover all sorts of interests and experiences and provide space to build community—because there’s more to college life than coursework.

Student Organizations
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Activism is highly encouraged

Because even small acts of social advocacy, like voicing an unpopular opinion, can contribute to social transformation.

Civic Engagement
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Making space for everyone

Diversity, equity, and inclusion underscore life at Macalester. We pay attention to historically marginalized voices, bolster leadership, and grapple with social justice in theory and practice.

Multiculturalism at Mac
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Taking action against climate change

At Macalester, we’re reducing our carbon footprint by implementing more sustainable practices campus-wide.

Sustainability Initiatives
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Mac Athletics

Home of the Scots

Student athletes compete in 19 varsity and 7 club sports at Macalester.

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Residential Living

Campus life

Macalester students learn a lot from each other while living on campus together.

Living on Campus
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A Day in the Life

Ruby Rich ’23

Take a look at Macalester from Ruby’s perspective.

A Day in the Life

Ruby Rich ’23

Take a look at Macalester from Ruby’s perspective.

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Mac the Scot Retires

This summer, we bade farewell to our biggest fan as Mac the Scot kicked off his much-deserved retirement with a trip to Scotland.

Mac the Scot Retires

This summer, we bade farewell to our biggest fan as Mac the Scot kicked off his much-deserved retirement with a trip to Scotland.
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Kicking off the First Week of Classes

The academic year got off to a fantastic start, complete with a beautiful first day of classes and Mac community picnic Fe[a]st after Opening Convocation.

Kicking off the First Week of Classes

The academic year got off to a fantastic start, complete with a beautiful first day of classes and Mac community picnic Fe[a]st after Opening Convocation.
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Welcome, Class of 2028!

Macalester welcomed the Class of 2028, kicking off their new chapter with a successful move-in day and week of orientation activities.

Welcome, Class of 2028!

Macalester welcomed the Class of 2028, kicking off their new chapter with a successful move-in day and week of orientation activities.
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