About the Symposium

In anticipation of the college's 125th anniversary in 1999, a group of faculty and students recognized the need to celebrate the contributions of the natural sciences and mathematics to St. Olaf and to society. The vision for this symposium has three principle goals:

• to highlight undergraduate research in biology, chemistry, mathematics, physics, psychology and related subjects;
• to provide the greater community with an opportunity to explore a topic in contemporary research; and
• to enable the St. Olaf community and the public to interact with invited guests working at the forefront of their fields.

On Honors Day each year, people gather to celebrate science, engage in fellowship and learn from one another.

Major funding for the symposium is provided by the Paul & Mildred Hardy Distinguished Professorship in the Sciences. Additional funding is provided by gifts from alumni, parents and friends of the college.

Past Symposia