Here's your news for April
from on and off campus.
If spring term has started, it must be spring, right? Well, the lingering snow in Northfield hasn't hindered Carls from a quick start to the final trimester of the year, especially varsity and club athletes; the tennis teams have come out strong ( women at 13-0, men at 12-2), Clara Mayfield '23 broke yet another school record, and Eclipse, the women's D3 Ultimate team, won a recent tournament by a combined score of 84-2 (!). Alums are gaining attention as well, like Ariana Boussard-Reifel '03 (Beyoncé and Michelle Obama wear her jewelry) and Claire McFadden '13, who has joined Second City's Mainstage Revue. And students admitted to the Class of 2027 (did you know that's a prime number?) received a warm video welcome to campus. You're welcome to stop by too and let us know how you're doing.
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Ida Downwind, Elder in Residence
Ida Downwind, a member of the Leech Lake Anishinaabe community and Carleton's 2023 Elder in Residence, visited campus in January. Now in its second year, this program invites an Ojibwe or Dakota Elder to campus for a series of week-long residencies with public talks, community meals, mentorship, and meetings with college leadership. Read more about the program.
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Comps Insider: The English Colloquium
Seven senior English majors meet weekly as part of their work on the Colloquium, a collaborative comps option in the English department. Read more about their unique comps project, which they characterize as "the Olympics of the English major!"
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A new Voice to enjoy
If you missed the recent edition of the Voice, check out the Winter 2023 edition online, including news from around and beyond campus, class notes, and more. Submit your own news—recent publications, career updates, wedding and baby announcements, and more—via the class notes submission form.
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In person: Friday, April 7
7:30 p.m. Central
Kracum Performance Hall
Sara Davis Buechner in Concert
Sara Davis Buechner is one of the leading concert pianists of our time, a musician of “intelligence, integrity and all-encompassing technical prowess” (New York Times), with “sovereign command of the keyboard” (Los Angeles Times).
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Virtual: Thursday, April 13
8 a.m. Central
Breakfast Club: When Life and Art Collide, with Eric Mueller '87
Eric Mueller ’87 is an artist, photographer, and teacher. For his project, Family Resemblance, he photographed genetically related people who bear a strong resemblance to one another. Eric will talk about finding his artistic voice, and the (sometimes surprising) connections between his work and his life.
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Virtual: Thursday, April 13
10:00 a.m. Central
Carleton Connects: Andrew Kim '92 and giant puppets
For more than a decade, Andrew Kim '92 has led Thingumajig Theatre in its creation and worldwide performance of innovative and interactive giant puppet street acts. Join Andrew for a conversation about creativity, community engagement, and his artistic career.
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In person: Saturday, April 15
2:00 p.m. Central
Skinner Memorial Chapel
Bardwell Smith Memorial Service
Join in celebrating the life of Bardwell Smith, who influenced generations of students and supported countless colleagues with his wise counsel, quick wit, and compassionate spirit.
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In person: Saturday, April 22
9-10:30 a.m. & 10:30-noon Central, Upper Arb
Earth Day Tree Planting
Celebrate Earth Day and help plant trees to restore the forests of the Arboretum. This event is part of the Northfield Earth Day events, and registration is required.
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In person: Friday, April 28
10:50 a.m. Central Skinner Memorial Chapel
Convocation with Diana Fraser '14
Diana Fraser '14 is a creative program director, content producer, and Emmy-nominated documentary director. At PBS Digital Studios, she manages and designs multimedia projects, documentaries, digital series, broadcast programs, and advertising spots. At Twin Cities PBS, her programs received 9 Midwest Regional Emmy Awards.
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Maize and Blue Daize
Today is the final day of Maize & Blue Daize! Help us reach our goal of 1,866 donors by donating today—and post a photo with your #MaizeAndBlueCrew and tag @CarletonCollege for a chance to win limited-edition Carleton apparel!
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Reunion 2023: Register now!
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Coffee with Carls: Caffeinated mug shots
With 38 in-person and one virtual event on April 1, hundreds of alumni joined this year's edition of Coffee with Carls. A big thanks to all our hosts—we couldn't do it without you! Check out additional photos on the Coffee with Carls webpage.
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