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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.
St. Ben’s gets ready to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Bennie Day
St. Ben's students and alumnae prepare to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Bennie Day on Oct. 3rd. Celebrations will be held locally in Minnesota, as well as across the country and into the United Kingdom.
The Schu rebrands its coffee
The Schu has moved from using Caribou Coffee to Peace Coffee.
Short-term rentals possible in St. Joseph
St. Joseph is considering expanding lodging options to include AirBnb and VRBO to host more visitors within city limits and generate revenue.