Here's your news for November from on and off campus.
So many things to focus on these days! Here's a flock of Carleton birders ( Arcticager eous) engaged in identifying some notable form of campus life. Perhaps it's one of the successful varsity teams ( football are 6-1 in the MIAC, women's soccer are the #2 seed in the MIAC playoffs, and women's cross country are MIAC champs!). Could it be President Byerly and her campus sustainability award? Or are they looking farther afield at the accomplishments of alumni? ( Dan Lugo ’91 was inaugurated as president of Trinity College, and Jessica Francis ’91 was featured in a story on SNAP benefits during the government shutdown.) Whatever you've got your sights set on, do stay in touch, and read on for more news from campus and beyond.
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Carleton announces faculty promotions
Ten faculty members from a wide range of departments have recently been promoted. These promotions, approved by the Carleton Board of Trustees, took effect on September 1. Read more about the professors.
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Voice survey seeks your input
The Carleton Voice is looking for your opinion and insights to improve the quality of our alumni magazine. The results of the survey will be reported to Carleton in aggregate form only, and you will not be identified. The survey will close on November 10.
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Leadership opportunity at Carleton
Becky Zrimsek '89, Assoc. V.P. of Development and Alumni Relations, plans to retire this spring, and Carleton seeks a new leader to oversee the College's alumni engagement, annual giving, and Development and Alumni Relations communication efforts. The position is posted on the Carleton website. Please direct any questions to Dan Rustad, chair of the search committee.
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Giving Tuesday is December 2!
This Giving Tuesday, every gift helps unlock even more support for Carleton students. Thanks to generous alumni, we’ll unlock up to $75,000 in additional challenge funds as we reach key donor milestones throughout the day. Each tier reached means more resources for campus initiatives and current students, but we need your help to get there! Mark your calendar, spread the word, and visit go.carleton.edu/givingtuesday on December 2 to be part of the challenge. Every Carl counts, and every gift makes a difference.
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New endowed funds support physical education, athletics, and recreation
To celebrate and support Physical Education, Athletics, and Recreation (PEAR) at Carleton, John Winter ’85 and Kate Ainsworth Lovrien ’96 have joined a long tradition of Carls establishing endowed funds at the College. For Winter and Lovrien, as for so many other alumni, PEAR at Carleton was life-changing — the habits they learned and the connection they developed between mind and body have benefited them ever since. Read the full story on the new funds.
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Help fill the Carleton Cupboard
The Student Activities Office will offer meal assistance to food-insecure students remaining on campus during winter break. The Carleton Cupboard is supported entirely by contributions from our business partners and the greater Carleton community. Although we are unable to accept direct donations of food, we greatly appreciate financial support. Check the Carleton Cupboard website for ways you can help today’s Carls.
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In person: Friday, November 7 10:50 a.m. CST
Skinner ChapelConvocation: From Bytes to Bright Futures, Robots Changing the World
Danielle Boyer is an Indigenous youth robotics inventor and advocate who looks at how emerging technologies can be ethically used to drive Indigenous-led efforts for cultural preservation with a focus on language revitalization.
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Virtual: Thursday, November 13 3:00 p.m. CSTCarl Talks — The impact of the Trump administration on the renewable power industry
John Clapp '91 has spent his 30+ year career in and around the global electric power industry. His presentation will examine the impacts of the Trump administration on the renewable power industry and the potential repercussions on the cost of electricity and reliability of the grid.
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Virtual: Monday, November 1711:00 a.m. CSTCarleton Connects: How to stop a pandemic
The research lab of Wes Sundquist '81 helped Gilead Sciences create a drug that protects individuals at risk from HIV infection and that could alter the course of the ongoing HIV pandemic. Wes will discuss his lab’s work, current threats to research funding, and the challenges in creating products that drive economic growth and help people to live better lives.
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In person: now through Nov. 19Fall arts performances
The end of the term is busy for student artists, with upcoming performances from the Jazz Ensemble, Choir, Semaphore Repertory Dance Company, Orchestra, Symphony, and more. Check out the full calendar of music events and theater & dance events.
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Winter Gatherings
Winter Gatherings are a fun way to get together with Carls in your area, engage current students — many of whom will be back home for winter break — and show them what life after Carleton is like. Do you have a gathering in mind? Please complete the planning form by November 15, 2025 or register for an event near you.
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New alumni benefit: Authors365
Carleton alumni now have free access to Authors365, a program featuring live monthly talks with bestselling authors in business, professional development, and wellness.
Sign up by December 1 to activate your account and join upcoming events. Use Carleton's access code: A365NOWCarleton
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