From Mewinzha Waasa Wedi Giizhigong (A Long Time Ago in a Galaxy Far, Far Away) to Minnesota

Ajuawak Kapashesit ’13 is this galaxy’s first Ojibwe-speaking Han Solo.

Features and Articles

Dr. Regina Rodman '01 stands next to a patient chair and in front of a sunny window in her medical office

About Face

Facial plastic surgeon Dr. Regina Rodman ’01 helps affirm her patients’ sense of self.

Macalester campus in the evening

7 Days at Macalester

Catherine Kane ’26 shares stories of student engagement outside the classroom, and all across campus.

Three Class of 2019 alumni stand in front of a large white tent at Reunion. They smile as other Reunion attendees mingle in the background

Alumni Starter Kit

No matter when you graduated, you’re a member of an engaged, lifetime community as a Macalester alum. How can you make the most of that connection?

Dave Lewin '09 holds an NBA Championship Trophy and holds a cigar in his mouth

Making the Dream Work in Boston

Dave Lewin ’09 helped the Boston Celtics win an NBA championship, and he’s ready for more.

A 1950s-era TV set sits on top of a vintage wood speaker set

Lecture Notes: On Television

Dr. Brad Stiffler and his students study the TV screen for clues about who we are and what we value.

Medium shot of Professor Alix Johnson standing in a snowy landscape

Abstract Expressions: Professor Alix Johnson

Faculty research in a nutshell.

A collage of album covers from Bands@Mac

Celebrate Our 151st Year with Band@Mac

Bands@Mac highlights bands and individual artists who got their start at Macalester, culminating in a playlist that chronicles the earliest recording in the archives up to the most recent student band.

Professional portrait of Matthew Bergeron '08

Volunteer Spotlight: Matthew Bergeron ’08

Matthew Bergeron ’08, a health care attorney and co-founder of Minnesota Aurora FC, reflects on his Macalester experience and ongoing volunteer work.

Books: Spring 2025

Books recently published by Macalester faculty, alumni, and staff.

Abaki Beck '15 stands in front of a lake surrounded by prairie grasses

Meet Alumni Board President Abaki Beck ’15

We spoke with the American studies major and current PhD student to learn more about her and her work on the Alumni Board.

Headshot of Masami Kawazato '00 sitting in front of a tree in a grassy park on a sunny day

Work Wisdom: Masami Kawazato ’00

Masami Kawazato ’00 is a program director at the Metropolitan Regional Arts Council.

Side-by-side images of the granite tartan shield on the Macalester Stadium in 1964 and in 2025

Last Look: The Gift of a Tartan Shield

Six states, three tons, one incredible tartan shield: discover the story behind Macalester Stadium's granite masterpiece.