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Big Brothers Big Sisters program sees involvement drop
The Big Brothers Big Sisters mentorship program connects kids and teenagers with an adult to build relationships. The program is looking for students to volunteer as their numbers have been dropping. Volunteers can hang out and play games with the kids.
The Reef extends hours
This fall, the Refectory lengthened dinner hours by 30 minutes following demand from students.
Author shares short stories and writing advice with CSB+SJU community
The Literary Arts Institute hosted author Jamel Brinkley, writer of "Witness", visited campus last week. He shared writing advice as well as some of his work.
Funeral held for Native boys previously buried in the St. John’s cemetery over 130 years ago
John Parker and Joseph Roy, two boys from White Earth, were brought back early Sunday, Sept. 29, after being gone for over 130 years. Both
Q+ will host panel on anti-trans legislation this coming Thursday
CSB+SJU's Queer Proud Lavender Union for Students (Q+) is hosting a panel of speakers to discuss the steep rise of anti-transgender legislation in recent years.
Tundra Fest sparks brand new tradition on St. John’s campus
The event featured various activities from rockclimbing races, sweet treats and a mechanical bull, to a raffle with prizes totaling $3,000 in value.
HHMI grant provides opportunity for underrepresented student groups
A new grant from the Howard Huges Mental Institution works to better include various groups of inadequately represented students in campus curriculum.
International students gather for debrief
CSB+SJU students from a variety of countries gather with mentors and classmates to discuss their individual transitions into the new school year.
St. Joseph Farmers’ Market closes out season
The St. Joseph community farmers' market runs from May until October and closes for the year in a couple weekends. Bennies and Johnnies have one last chance to visit the farmers' market and pick up fresh produce and local goods the next two Fridays
Annual Koch lecture dives into Catholic social thought and distant suffering
The yearly lecture was given by Daniel K. Finn on Monday night. He explored themes of compassion, unity and reflection within the Catholic faith.