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Here's your news for June from on and off campus.
What better way to bring a community together than with food and art? Carleton recently celebrated the 20th anniversary of Empty Bowls, raising over $34,000 for Northfield's Community Action Center and giving everyone a chance to buy a bowl—and mug for the photographer. Students have been stewing over final exams, taking stock of their summer plans, and celebrating — pho good reason: Ian Mortenson '24 is a first-team All-American decathlete, Helen Cross '24 earned All-American honors in the 1500-meter run, and Eclipse came in second at the DIII Ultimate women's national tournament. Souperior achievements among faculty and staff are worth noting too, such as athletic director Gerald Young's MIAC Distinguished Service award and Baird Jarman and Matt Whited's NEH grant to advance interdisciplinary teaching and learning. Bowl us over with your own news, and read on for more stories from campus and beyond.
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Class of 2024 CommencementCarleton looks forward to celebrating its 150th Commencement with the Class of 2024! The ceremony will take place outdoors on the Bald Spot on Saturday, June 8 at 9:30 a.m. Central, and Kao Kalia Yang '03 will give the commencement address. The event will be livestreamed and archived, so family and friends can share in the experience from anywhere in the world. Learn more about the day's events.
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Reunion 2024
Reunion 2024 will be here soon! See who's coming—over 1,800 alumni and friends have already registered—and take a tour of the weekend schedule. The combined MCAN and OAC reception will take place on Friday, June 14, from 3:00 to 4:30 p.m. in the Anderson Hall atrium. The reception is free for those who are not participating in any other Reunion events.
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Hearing from the President Frequent communication with the Carleton community is one of President Alison Byerly's top priorities. Her messages, public remarks, and addresses from the past year are available online, and a recording of her recent remarks to alumni volunteers is available as well.
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Maggie O’Connor ’74 establishes endowed fund dedicated to neurodiversity
In honor of her 50th Reunion, Maggie O’Connor '74 has established the Mypamiroda Neurodiversity Endowed Fund in order to expand the capacity of Carleton’s Office of Accessibility Resources in affirming, supporting, and recognizing the full neurodiversity of the Carleton community. O’Connor’s gift aligns perfectly with the Class of 1974’s interest in supporting student health and wellness at Carleton more broadly. Read the full story about the new fund.
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Academics at Work: Anastasia Pantazopoulou on bringing the ancient world to life
With the support of Carleton's Digital Humanities program and through collaboration with current students, Pantazopoulou, a visiting assistant professor of classics, engages academic and non-academic audiences in conversations about identity and inclusion in ancient works and modern society. Read the full story about Pantazopoulou's work.
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Carleton named second-highest producer of Peace Corps volunteers among small colleges
The Peace Corps announced its rankings of colleges and universities that have produced the highest all-time number of Peace Corps volunteers since the agency was established in 1961, and Carleton is proud to be recognized as the second-highest producer of volunteers among small colleges. Read the full story about the Peace Corps at Carleton.
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Gifts are matched through June 5 We've spent the year celebrating who we are—professionally and personally— Because of Carleton. As a final celebration, gifts to the Alumni Annual Fund are matched 1:1 through June 5. Make your gift at go.carleton.edu/June30.
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Virtual: Thursday, June 6
10 a.m. CDT Breakfast Club: How Black Gender-Expansive Youth Navigate Gender and Sexuality Norms in Schools
University of Toronto professor Lance McCready '90 discusses his research on the ways Black gender-expansive youth (BGEY) navigate gender and sexuality norms in schools and communities. His findings highlight the ongoing need for education research and policy analysis and point to promising practices for fostering safe and inclusive environments that promote BGEY’s psychological well-being and academic success.
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In person: Friday, June 7
Goodsell Open HouseGoodsell Observatory public evenings are held the first Friday of every month, if the weather is clear. Check the Observatory website for times and the latest weather plans.
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In person: Sunday, June 16
Skinner Memorial Chapel
1 p.m. CDT Professor Stephen Kelly Memorial Service Stephen Kelly, Dye Family Professor of Music, Emeritus, passed away on May 11, 2024. A public memorial service will be held at Skinner Memorial Chapel with a reception immediately following in the Great Hall. Read Professor Kelly's obituary and post a memory on the Farewells site.
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In person: Thursday, June 20 to Saturday, June 22 Laird StadiumLighten Up! Garage Sale
Every spring, Carleton students donate items to the Lighten Up! Garage Sale. Donations include clothing, winter apparel, small dorm room furniture, household items, books, bedding, sport equipment, and other fun things!
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Other Ways to Connect Alumni Adventures: The Grand Canyon and the Colorado River
Join faculty leader Chloé Fandel and Carleton alumni on a fifteen-day adventure through one of the true wonders of nature. Scheduled for July 22 through August 5, 2025, this strenuous, one-of-a-kind trip follows the itinerary developed by Beth Schwarzman '66, geologist and leader of ten previous Carleton Grand Canyon trips.
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