A Center for Study and Publication
The Library is a special collection of St. Olaf College which serves anyone interested in the writings and ideas of Søren Kierkegaard, the 19th-century Danish philosopher, and related thinkers. The collection includes approximately 11,000 book volumes, some of which are a collection of editions matching those owned by Kierkegaard himself. The Library also offers collections of periodical articles, newspaper articles, and archival materials related to Kierkegaard studies. Microfilm, videos, and audiotapes are included. As a study and publication center, the Library especially welcomes students and scholars with serious interest in Kierkegaard research.
Hours of Operation for the Kierkegaard Library
ACADEMIC YEAR
9 a.m.-12 p.m, 1-5 p.m., Monday-Friday
Closed on weekends
JUNE 1-AUGUST 23
8 a.m. -5 p.m. 7-10 p.m., Monday-Friday
1-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday
The Kierkegaard Library is often open at other hours. Appointments may also be made in advance for weekend visits or other times. Contact Cynthia Lund at lundc@stolaf.edu for access to the Library outside regular hours.
News
Back issues of the Soren Kierkegaard Newsletter are now posted on this website.
Future issues of the newsletter will be electronically published. To be included on our electronic mailing list please email grannema@stolaf.edu
Danish Course, Summer 2008
The Kierkegaard Library Danish course will take place July 7 - August 1, 2008. Professor Sinead Ladegaard Knox will again teach the course. Twelve scholars are enrolled. If you are interested in taking the Danish course next summer 2009 please contact Gordon Marion at marino@stolaf.edu.
Summer Fellows Program 2008
Twenty nine scholars will be coming to the library this summer. Eight countries will be represented. The Young Scholars Program will take place during the month of July with ten scholars participating.
Third Julia Watkin Memorial Lecture - November 18, 2008
Dr. Bruce Kirmmse will present the lecture this year. The Friends of the Kierkegaard Library will also be meeting on November 18th.
Archival News
SYMPOSIUM:" Kierkegaard and Death"
This symposium took place December 7-8, 2007. For further information, contact Cynthia Lund,lundc@stolaf.edu or x3846.
2nd Julia Watkin Memorial Kierkegaard Lecture
Professor C. Stephen Evans, Baylor University, will give the memorial lecture on November 6, 2007 at 7:15 PM, Trollhaugen/Kings Room, Buntrock Commmons, St. Olaf College. Title: "Soren Kierekgaard: Father of Existentialism or Critic of Existentialism?
Edna H. Hong, 1913 - 2007 Word has been received of the death of Edna Hong on April 3, 2007 at the age of 94. For a remembrance of her life, please see her obituary here
30th Anniversary of the Kierkegaard Library
St. Olaf College marked the 30th anniversary of the Kierkegaard
Library on November 9th, 2006 with a visit from the Danish
Ambassador. This occasion was a great success, and included
the Julia Watkin Memorial Lecture, given by Dr. Robert L.
Perkins, and the dedication of Finholt House as the Residence
for Kierkegaard Scholars. To read more about this event, click here. To see some pictures of the event, refer to our
special events page.
