Home News 2023 October Archive: Oct 2023 Geography professor’s new book chronicles rich history of Latin American social medicine Prof. Eric Carter's new book is a first-of-its-kind attempt to bring together the varied histories, influential figures, and remarkable achievements in health care in Latin America. How to Think Like a Filmmaker With dozens of award-winning, conversation-starting documentaries among them, Macalester alumni and faculty have made waves in filmmaking. Here, they share the mindsets that have led to their success. Macalester welcomes alumna Joanna E. Curtis as the college’s new Vice President for Advancement Joanna E. Curtis ’97 will become Macalester’s next Vice President for Advancement and a member of the college’s Senior Leadership Team. She will begin her new role in November 2023. Celebrating Mac Fest 2023 Mac Fest, the college's new signature fall event, celebrated the achievements and talents of the Macalester community. Creating a resource for art students Figure drawing people without bias Rising stars in STEM research Chen and Abdulwali are investigating the effects of MI—a chemical preservative widely used in household products such as hand soaps and shampoos. Uncovering Ancient Fossils Interning at the Science Museum of Minnesota Theater professor named 2023 Arts Research with Communities of Color Fellow Prof. kt shorb will conduct qualitative-ethnographic studies in partnership with St. Paul-based Theater Mu, one of the largest Asian American theater companies in the nation. Previous Next