A $2 billion shortfall in the Minnesota state budget has sent state legislators scurrying to try to eliminate the deficit. Rethinking the budget also means reexamining the Minnesota state grant program, affecting students receiving state-based financial aid at private colleges.more...
Across the nation, the theme for the month of March is "Women Sustaining the American Spirit" in honor of National Womens History Month. At St. Olaf, the Office of Community Life and Diversity is tacking on "Through Music and Dance," and is showcasing especially women of that sort.
The celebration began on Mar. 4 with a special chapel service led by Pastor Jennifer Koenig and featuring the Collegiate Chorale. After the ceremony, the party moved to Buntrock Crossroads.more...
Students met Mar. 7 for the World Issues Dialogue in the Trollhaugen dining room, where Amanda Renneke 02, Alex Morf 03 and Brent Larsen 02 presented and answered questions on their experiences in England, where they attended Lancaster University.
"You expect bad food and rainy weather," said Morf, explaining his preconceived notions of England. The presenting students all shared how living in England expanded their conception of the culture and society of the country.
Time may be the most precious resource in todays society. Allocation of time is a daily battle, yet some individuals strive to dispense their time in unselfish ways.more...
The St. Olaf Band began their brisk British repertoire at precisely 7:30 p.m. Sunday evening in Skoglund. The program, An Evening of British Music for Band, ran without intermission for the 200-plus audience members.more...
Stav Hall and local restaurants certainly have their charms, but if youre ready to take your taste buds on a tour of the fun and funky, youre in luck. Weve found ten great restaurants North of Northfield that are truly worth it.more...
