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James A. Williams ’77 Has Never Let Go
“The seeds for my life got planted at Mac, and that’s why Mac is my heart,” says the renowned actor.
Features and Articles
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A Look Back at Unfiltered
College is a time of change and growth. Unfiltered is an effort to capture a snapshot of that student transformation.
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The Future of Therapy is…
In the wake of some of the most collectively challenging years of our lives, four alumni practitioners weigh in.
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Mactivism
Student activists have long helped shape Macalester policies—and have learned lasting lessons from their advocacy.
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The Business of Cannabis
Former prosecutor Jim Shorris ’82 now leads compliance at the world’s largest cannabis company.
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Room for Improvement
Business owner Zoe Kardasis Sturtz ’96 helps families fall in love with their houses again.
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The Art of Costume Design
Theater and Dance Department professor Sarah Bahr offers students a real-world experience in the backstage drama of costume design.
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A new Window on the Universe
A telescope allows Macalester students to peer into the universe
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Falling in Love with Chemistry
Renowned organic chemist Richmond Sarpong '95 delivers distinguished chemistry lecture.
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Shelf Conscious: Professor Christina Esposito
Ever wonder about all those books lining professors’ offices? We’re with you.
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Academic All-American
Caleb Williams '24 earned Division III Academic All-America first team for men's basketball with a 3.91 GPA and impressive on-court achievements.
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Live It Fund’s winter participants share their once-in-a-lifetime experiences
From Vietnam to Guatemala to Kenya, Mac's Live It Fund participants identified issues and opportunities, proposed innovative solutions, and lived out global citizenship over J-Term.
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Books: Spring 2023
Books recently published by Macalester alumni, faculty, and staff.
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After Macalester: Wise Words from Alumni
Macalester alumni advise recent graduates through the Career Connections working group, helping them navigate uncertainties after graduation.
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Work Wisdom: David Bole ’90
The bike shop owner and manager's tips for work success: stay interested, honor your lifestyle, ride a bike, adapt, and be welcoming.
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Volunteer Spotlight: Ezequiel Jimenez Martinez ’13
Martinez promotes internationalism and connects Macalester students and alumni through the International Connections program.