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Four CSB+SJU alums discuss their experiences on campus in the 70’s
The Tegeder-Berg Society, formed to bring current and prospective students, history faculty and alums together, hosted four CSB+SJU 1970-1974 alums to talk about their experiences with sexual and racial inequality, the Vietnam War and education rights on campus.
Students celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month on campus
Many on-campus organizations and clubs are collaborating to host events that celebrate Hispanic and Latinx culture and students during Hispanic Heritage Month, which runs from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15.
CSB+SJU hires new Dean of Admission
Cory Piper started at CSB+SJU on Sept. 28 after spending 25 years at St. Catherine University.
Academic Prioritization Plan continues
Seventeen programs are facing potential closure or restructuring as the Joint Faculty Senate, provost and president undergo the process of providing recommendations. Engineering, Entrepreneurship and Finance are being considered as potential majors to be added.
Multicultural Center hosts five-event series on community inclusion conversations
The second of the five events for the "Community Inclusion Conversations" certificate program took place on Tuesday, Sept. 27, in the Multicultural Center. The event, titled "Responding to Bias Incidents," focused on different techniques to step in during bias situations.
Enrollment continues downward trend
CSB+SJU's enrollment has reached recent record lows within the past year, following the national trend of declining enrollment for private colleges. With the Stronger Integration efforts and first joint president, administration is re-evaluating its marketing strategies.
Campus security warns students about trespasser
On the evening of Sept. 19, Campus Security and Life Safety were made aware of concerns by students about a man named Brian Walsh, who
SJU Faith hosts prayer in the garden
Students participated in a retreat at the Lake City Catholic Worker farm. The emphasis of the retreat is to see the Benedictine Values in action. They did physical work on the farm, camped in tents and ate simple meals while integrating prayer and reflection into their work.
Diversity officer search continues
Administration are in the process of filling a new Senior Diversity Officer position.
Environmental Studies professor showcases research
Professor Corrie Grosse presented her new book, "Working Across Lines and Resisting Energy Extraction," at Milk and Honey Ciders. This was the first event of the "Gather" series, a series celebrating faculty scholarship.