Katherine Hoyland Barnett ’79 - President, Mc Lean, VA
 
  1. Please list your education beyond your St. Olaf degree?
    MBA (Finance) St. Mary’s University
  2. What is your current occupation?
    Stockbroker
  3. What was your major and how has that played out into your life today?
    English and Econ. I speak and write fluently; I can tell great stories of financial history and importance.
  4. Tell us your favorite Ole memory.
    6th floor carrel @ Rolvaag.
  5. What is your favorite alumni event?
    All of them.
  6. What do you consider your greatest achievement that St. Olaf has played a part in?
    A life of faith, optimism, and service to others.
  7. Why do you support St. Olaf College?
    It changed my life! Thinkers – leaders – doers – and it opened my mind to the possibilities.
  8. What do you hope to accomplish on the Alumni Board?
    Improve alumni participation and giving amounts.
  9. Any advice you have for current students?
    Take a course in Accounting. Take a course in Art History.