Category: Academics

New research is a wake-up call for water safety in private wells

A new study reveals that many rural households with private wells are unaware of potential water contamination risks, highlighting the need for increased testing and public health outreach.

A Path Out of Poverty

A unique community partnership aims to uplift families in St. Paul’s historic Rondo neighborhood. 

Inside the Chuck Green Fellowship 

From meeting state politicians to biking around St. Paul to investigate fresh produce availability, this year’s Chuck Green fellows had a busy and productive summer. 

New book offers scientific evidence to help protest movements be more successful

In her new book, Dr. Lisa Mueller, associate professor of political science, applies a social scientist's rigor to protest movements.

Archaeology in the Digital Age

Two students are enhancing Macalester’s archaeology curriculum through summer research on new technologies and hands-on opportunities in the Twin Cities and on campus.

Software Design and Development

Professor Joslenne Peña believes that developing empathy and inclusiveness is just as crucial as learning code.

Abstract Expressions: Dr. Kristi Curry Rogers

Faculty research in a nutshell

Shelf Conscious: Kerry Alexander ’12

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

Lecture Notes: Sports Geography

In Professor Eric Carter’s course, students examine sports culture as a reflection of a society, both what ails it and what makes it so special.

College in the Age of AI

Generative artificial intelligence has come on strong. What does that mean for teaching and learning?

Commencement 2024

Congratulations to the Class of 2024 on their commencement from Macalester. View photos and video from the event.

Eleven seniors receive 2024 Distinguished Leadership Awards

Meet the eleven recipients of the Distinguished Leadership Award for Outstanding Seniors.

Macalester Junior Awarded 2024 Goldwater Scholarship

Camellia Schwartzman ʼ25 receives STEM-focused 2024 Barry Goldwater scholarship

Global Citizenship Student Awards 2024

Seniors Hufsa Ahmed, Uditi Chandrashekhar, and Anika Brennan receive 2024 Global Citizenship Student Awards

Anthropology professor co-authors new book about the history and evolution of human infectious diseases

The second edition of Emerging Infections: Three Epidemiological Transitions from Prehistory to the Present is one of first comprehensive syntheses of both the societal and environmental drivers of infectious diseases in humans.

Macalester professor’s new research offers the first-ever look at growth rates in the oldest-known dinosaurs

Student Innovators Share Their January 2024 Live It Fund Experiences

The 2024 Live It Fund saw students propose innovative solutions to unique problems or issues around the globe.

Macalester Senior Awarded 2024 Watson Fellowship

Chloe Vasquez ʼ24 will use her Thomas J. Watson Fellowship to research snake bites and medical care in tropical areas.

Publishing with Professors: Student-Faculty Research Collaborations

Collection of faculty-student research published in academic journals, magazines, and news outlets from March 2022—December 2023.

Astronomy professor uses radio telescopes to decipher the mystery of how galaxies form

Professor John Cannon researches dwarf galaxies and reveals their role in our universe.

Professor Bill Moseley elected to lead American Association of Geographers

Professor Bill Moseley first elected leader from a non-R1 institution in American Association of Geographers