Photo of the Day
|
 |
|
The removal of ash trees in Saint Paul due to infestations of emerald ash borer and subsequent replacement with young non-ash saplings has altered the urban environment. In June, Chloe Andree ('23, biology), Romeo Gomes ('24, environmental studies), Lukas Lock-Scamp ('25, environmental studies), and Connery Ritter ('25, geography) worked with Prof. Mary Heskel (biology) to measure how tree removal and replanting is impacting neighborhoods across the city in terms of shade and temperature. To learn more about our findings (and also why we used fisheye lenses - which was more than just to emulate Beastie Boys videos), check out posters at the Summer Research Symposium in the fall! Submitted by Mary Heskel.
|
|
Community
|
Parking Restrictions on North Side of Campus
Submitted by: Bill Collumbien, Public Safety
Over the next few weeks, there will be several events that require us to limit parking on the city streets near the residence halls. Public Safety will be posting No Parking signs in advance of these restrictions going into effect.
If you regularly park on any of the impacted roads, please review the dates and locations listed below.
MOVE IN
Aug. 25-31
- Macalester Street east side in front of Wallace Hall
Aug. 31
- Macalester Street both sides between Summit and Grand Avenues
- Summit Avenue south side between Macalester Street and Snelling Avenue
- Cambridge Street between Summit and Grand Avenues
- Macalester and Cambridge streets will be closed to traffic during move in
Aug. 31-Sept. 4
- Macalester Street both sides between Summit and Grand Avenues
- Summit Avenue south side between Macalester Street and Snelling Avenue
In addition to parking restrictions, Macalester Street, South Summit Service Drive, and Cambridge Street will be closed on Thursday (08/31) from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. during move-in.
Sept. 9-10: Residential Life Fall Fest
- Macalester Street both sides between Summit and Grand Avenues.
- Macalester Street will be closed to traffic during the event.
Sept. 16: Cultural House Block Party
- Macalester Street both sides between Summit and Grand Avenues.
- Macalester Street will be closed to traffic during the event.
Sept. 19: Career Exploration Event
- Summit Avenue south side between Macalester Street and Snelling Avenue
To assist with parking limitations, between Aug. 25 and Sept. 20, 24-hour parking will be authorized in the West 1 (Theater) Parking lot and parking permits will not be required.
If you have any questions regarding these restrictions, please contact Public Safety at 651-696-6555.
|
TechTip Tuesday: Keep Calm and Join eduroam. Your username@macalester.edu Email Address Is Your Username. Your Macalester Password Is Your Password
Submitted by: ITS Help Desk, Information Technology Services (ITS)
You don’t have to be on campus to use eduroam’s configuration assistant tool to install and enable the service before arriving at Macalester or traveling to other campuses from around the world. Visitors who do not have a Macalester account or are not from eduroam-participating institutions may use Macalester Guest to connect to wireless. Get ready and get connected by following our eduroam connection guides.
|
ITS Help Desk Hours for Orientation Week & Move-in Weekend
Submitted by: ITS Help Desk, Information Technology Services (ITS)
The ITS Help Desk hours for the orientation week are: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m.–4:30 p.m. Saturday, Sunday, and Monday (Labor Day): 10 a.m.–4 p.m. Contact the ITS Help Desk at Humanities 316, helpdesk@macalester.edu, 651-696-6525, or search for answers to your technology questions anytime at help.macalester.edu.
|
Submit Articles for Mac in the News
Submitted by: Dylan Hawthorn, Communications and Marketing
Mac in the News seeks to highlight and publicize the accomplishments, writings, and media appearances of Macalester alumni, faculty, staff, current students, and the college in general. To do that, we need your help. Were you quoted in a non-academic publication or the author of a recently published opinion piece? Maybe a former student is in the news and you want us to know about it. Please email communications@macalester.edu with a link to the article and more information about its Macalester connection for consideration. Articles published in Mac in the News may appear in the Mac Daily, be shared on Macalester social media accounts, distributed in alumni newsletters, and more.
For more information about media relations, please contact media relations director Joe Linstroth at jlinstro@macalester.edu. Questions about the Mac in the News section can be directed to Dylan Hawthorn (dwalker@macalester.edu).
|
Home on Summit Avenue Acquired by Macalester
Submitted by: Patricia Langer, Administration and Finance
With approval by the Board of Trustees, the property at 1645 Summit Avenue has been acquired by the college. This house, which came on the market over the summer, will become the President's Home following targeted renovations to address accessibility needs for members of our community with mobility limitations. Consistent with the goals of our Comprehensive Campus Plan, we seek to make all campus spaces accessible. The current President's Home is not accessible and could not be renovated easily to bring it up to ADA standards. The new President's Home will be used for hosting official college events, such as fundraisers and community celebrations that advance the college's mission and foster a sense of belonging. No decisions have been made about the disposition of the current President's Home.
|
| Community Events Students Faculty/Staff In the News |
|
Events
|
Today's Events
Submitted by: College Events Calendar, Web Services
From the College Events Calendar
|
Mac Rugby is Having a Bake Sale
Submitted by: Reagan Kimzey, Mac Women's* Rugby
Take a break from move-in and buy some sweet treats from Mac Women's* and Gender Inclusive Rugby this Thursday, August 31! We will be outside the campus center from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. with water, gatorade, and assorted baked goods for sale. Come and toss a ball, chat, and grab some food. All are welcome!
|
| Community Events Students Faculty/Staff In the News |
|
Students
|
Interested in Joining a Competitive Speech and Debate Team at Mac?
Submitted by: Beau Larsen, Center for Student Leadership and Engagement
Macalester students--now is the time to join one of our competitive speech and debate teams in Macalester's forensics program! Our teams have a cap amount of students that can compete so the sooner you reach out to the director, the better!
- Mock Trial: This 23-24 case is a criminal trial involving an art heist. Teams of six to ten perform as both attorneys and witnesses called to the stand to testify. Mac hosts the semifinal tournament in March and qualified for the national championship last April for the first time in eight years!
- Ethics Bowl: Teams of six students prepare arguments on fifteen cases for a regionals competition in mid-November. We were crowned the national champions after a final round versus the University of Chicago in 2022!
- Policy Debate: Teams of two debate a year-long resolution--this year's centralizes United States nuclear policy, including but not limited to the pros and cons of a No First Use policy and full disarmament.
- Moot Court: Teams of two present arguments in a simulated appellate court for a judge to evaluate and question. This year's case concerns the constitutionality of birth control bans.
- ModelUN: Students prepare international policy proposals and speeches for a seven-day National ModelUN conference in NYC.
Please reach out to me (blarsen1@macalester.edu) to learn more over email or schedule a meeting with me in my office in the Campus Center (CC 243)! I'd love to tell you more about the competitive teams housed in our forensics program and see which one is the right fit for you!
To learn more details, attend the forensics information session in the Kagin Ballroom on Wednesday, Sept. 6 from 6-7 p.m.!
|
Join the Macalester Choirs
Submitted by: Michael McGaghie, Music
The Chorale and Concert Choir are eager to welcome new members! Auditions will take place during Orientation through the first day of classes, Thursday, Aug. 31-Tuesday, Sept. 5. Please read about the ensembles and schedule your audition here. No preparation is required. For more information, please contact Prof. McGaghie at mmcgaghi@macalester.edu.
|
| Community Events Students Faculty/Staff In the News |
|
Faculty/Staff
|
Headshots for Faculty and Staff
Submitted by: Teresa Domka, Communications and Marketing
Are you new to Macalester? New faculty and staff are invited to have their photo taken on Wednesday, Aug. 30, from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. outside of Weyerhaeuser near the bell tower (or the Weyerhaeuser lounge if conditions are unfavorable).
This time is also open to faculty and staff that would like an updated professional headshot. No appointment necessary. A link to faculty and staff photos can be found on the Communications Tools web page. Please allow at least one week for processing. Questions? Contact Teresa Domka at tdomka@macalester.edu.
|
Save the Date: Latinx Faculty and Staff Welcome Back
Submitted by: Marcos Cruz, Latinx Staff and Faculty Affinity Group
The Latinx Faculty and Staff Affinity Group will be hosting a Welcome (Back) during the lunch hour to kick off Latinx Heritage Month on Sept. 15 from 12-1:30 p.m. in the Harmon Room of the Library. This is a great space to hang out and connect with colleagues or if you can only drop by for a few minutes to grab some snacks, that is understandable too. If you are interested in attending please reach out to latinxmac@macalester.edu.
|
List Your Pronouns in the Macalester Website Directory
Submitted by: Narrah Palmquist, Employment Services
Did you know that Macalester employees can opt to have their pronouns displayed with their name, title, department, and contact information in the Macalester Directory?
This feature is available in the Employee Dashboard on 1600grand and allows an employee to voluntarily select pronouns from a list. Once selected, the pronouns will appear in the Macalester Directory upon the next refresh.
For more information see the Manage Your Information page on the Macalester Employment Services website.
Please contact Employment Services at hr@macalester.edu if your pronouns are not currently included.
|
Free New York Times Subscription
Submitted by: Kate Roarty, Library
Macalester College has an institutional subscription to the New York Times, courtesy of MCSG. This means that students, faculty, and staff have access to the contents of the New York Times without purchasing a separate subscription. Note: You will need to reactivate your account every year.
For more information about activating or reactivating your account, visit our New York Times Subscription FAQ page.
|
G & H Drives, Argos: Limited Availability Tonight 8-10 p.m. CST - August 29, 2023
Submitted by: ITS Help Desk, Information Technology Services (ITS)
Network file drives (G & H Drives and others) and Argos are scheduled for maintenance and will have limited availability on August 29, 2023 from 8-10 p.m. ITS will apply standard installation of necessary server security patches and updates. Contact the ITS Help Desk at helpdesk@macalester.edu for assistance.
|
| Community Events Students Faculty/Staff In the News |
|
Macalester in the News
|
|
This article highlights the latest rankings from Niche and Macalester as #1 among the top colleges in Minnesota.
In his latest column, Professor Andrew Latham lays out why China's plan to become a "polar great power" have been unsuccessful.
Brian Lindeman, assistant vice president of admissions and financial aid, was quoted in this article about student budgets and money management.
Professor Laura Smith, a Minnehaha Academy alum, was featured by the school in this Q&A.
|
| More news stories >> |
| Community Events Students Faculty/Staff In the News |
|
 |
|
The Mac Daily is published for the Macalester College community by Communications and Marketing.
Macalester College • 1600 Grand Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105 USA • 651-696-6000
Comments and questions to communications@macalester.edu
|
|
