Messages from Dr. Rivera

• Board of Trustees Approves Investments in Peacemaking Initiatives, Does Not Adopt Divestment Proposal – The Board of Trustees has made its decision on the divestment proposal that was made by the student group Mac for Palestine and reviewed by a campus Social Responsibility Committee… (November 21, 2024)
• 2024 Election – Election Day in the United States is next week, on Tuesday, November 5. I write today to encourage all eligible voters in our community to make a voting plan…. (October 29, 2024)
• Our Obligations to Foster Respectful Dialogue – In her “Sounding Board” column for Macalester Today, President Rivera describes our responsibility to ensure that campus spaces are respectful and welcoming—especially when we passionately disagree with one another. (August 26, 2024)
• Ad Hoc Trustee Committee formed to consider student Mac for Palestine proposal – An Ad Hoc Committee of the Board of Trustees has been formed to review the proposal created by the student group Mac for Palestine calling for divestment of Macalester’s endowment assets from several companies. … (July 9, 2024)
• Update on Social Responsibility Committee review of Mac for Palestine proposals – Yesterday, I received a report from the SRC regarding the proposal to remove two Israeli universities from the list of the college’s approved study-away sites. In the report, the SRC declined to recommend that I forward this proposal to the Board for its consideration, reasoning that these matters do not fall under the purview of the Board… (June 25, 2024)
• Status of Mac for Palestine Divestment Proposal – On March 29, I received two proposals from students representing the group Mac for Palestine. Upon receipt of the proposals, I empaneled a Social Responsibility Committee (SRC) and asked the members to review them and make a recommendation on next steps… (June 10, 2024)
• Preparing for Lives of Purpose – In her “Sounding Board” column for Macalester Today, President Rivera discusses career exploration at Macalester. (May 17, 2024)
• Macalester Supports Free Expression – In light of recent events at other colleges and universities around the country where peaceful protest by students has been met with intervention by law enforcement, I want to reiterate the points I made in a statement released by email on March 6… (April 25, 2024)
• Statement from President Rivera Regarding Mac for Palestine Protest – As those of you on campus may already be aware, a student group called Mac for Palestine organized a protest beginning Tuesday in Markim Hall, where members continue to occupy the second floor… (March 6, 2024)
• Celebrating 150 Years – In her “Sounding Board” column for Macalester Today, President Rivera writes about Macalester’s enduring sense of purpose. (February 2, 2024)
• Celebrating 150 years of Macalester – Happy new year, and welcome to Macalester’s sesquicentennial milestone! As we mark 150 years since the college’s founding in 1874, we’re delighted to announce plans for a year of reflection, celebration, and joy—and you’re invited… (January 10, 2024)
• Our Campus Home: A Place of Belonging, A Window to the World – In her “Sounding Board” column for Macalester Today, President Rivera writes about Macalester’s campus and the the comprehensive campus plan. (November 1, 2023)
• Macalester Belongs to You – In her “Sounding Board” column for Macalester Today, President Rivera reflects on alumni ownership and belonging. (July 17, 2023)
• The Macalester Spirit – In her “Sounding Board” column for Macalester Today, President Rivera discusses the enduring Macalester spirit that transcends campus, fostering hope, joy, and connections among alumni worldwide. (April 28, 2023)
• Our Global Lens: Past, Present, and Future – In her “Sounding Board” column for Macalester Today, President Rivera writes about Macalester’s commitment to internationalism and global citizenship. (March 6, 2023)
• You May Say I’m a Dreamer – In her “Sounding Board” column for Macalester Today, President Rivera reflects on the strategic planning process and the dreams it inspires. (November 21, 2022)
• More Speech—Not Less—Is Vital to Learning – In her “Sounding Board” column for Macalester Today, President Rivera reflects on the value of respectful dialogue and a diversity of viewpoints. (July 18, 2022)

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