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St. Olaf makes Memorial Day donation of 2,000 St. Olaf Choir CDs to U.S. military MAY 28, 2003 — To commemorate Memorial Day, St. Olaf College has donated more than 2,000 copies of the St. Olaf Choir's CD Great Hymns of Faith to the U.S. military chaplaincy for worship services among the troops. St. Olaf makes Memorial Day donation of 2,000 St. Olaf Choir CDs to U.S. military MAY 28, 2003 — To commemorate Memorial Day, St. Olaf College has donated more than 2,000 copies of the St. Olaf Choir's CD Great Hymns of Faith to the U.S. military chaplaincy for worship services among the troops. St. Olaf makes Memorial Day donation of 2,000 St. Olaf Choir CDs to U.S. military MAY 28, 2003 — To commemorate Memorial Day, St. Olaf College has donated more than 2,000 copies of the St. Olaf Choir's CD Great Hymns of Faith to the U.S. military chaplaincy for worship services among the troops. Recent books by St. Olaf professors honored at campus event MAY 26, 2003 — Publishing is expected in academia, a part of the rigorous, reflective life taken up by professors, who remain scholars and researchers in addition to teachers. St. Olaf recently honored five faculty members who have published or edited works -- be they academic tomes, historical works, memoirs or lighter fare for a mass audience. Marino named Boldt Distinguished Professor MAY 25, 2003 — St. Olaf faculty member Gordon Marino has been selected as St. Olaf?s fourth Boldt Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Humanities at St. Olaf College. Marino, who came to St. Olaf in 1995, is currently a professor in the Department of Philosophy and curator of St. Olaf?s Kierkegaard Library. He earned his Ph.D. from the Committee on Social Thought at the University of Chicago. Previous Boldt Professors are James Farrell (history), Carol Holly (English) and Ed Langerak (philosophy). Marino?s three-year appointment will run through 2006. Marino?s publications have appeared in Commonweal, The Christian Century, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. His most recent book, Kierkegaard in the Present Age, was published by Marquette University Press in 2001. Marino?s broad service to St. Olaf includes advising the Cultural Union for Black Expressions (CUBE), the REED (an undergraduate philosophy journal) and first-generation college students. He also organized the St. Olaf boxing club and serves as an assistant football coach. The endowment was created by contributions from Appleton, Wis., contractor O.C. Boldt, his wife Patricia Boldt and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Commencement is bittersweet for Class of '03, which lost five students MAY 25, 2003 — Anna Bonde, Tim Cashin, Chris Hoppe, Sally Heitman and Meredith Reynolds would have graduated from St. Olaf College on May 25. All five died -- three in one accident -- during their time at the college. A front-page story in the St. Paul Pioneer Press describes how their parents and friends remember them with laughter, longing and tears. Marino named Boldt Distinguished Professor MAY 25, 2003 — St. Olaf faculty member Gordon Marino has been selected as St. Olaf?s fourth Boldt Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Humanities at St. Olaf College. Marino, who came to St. Olaf in 1995, is currently a professor in the Department of Philosophy and curator of St. Olaf?s Kierkegaard Library. He earned his Ph.D. from the Committee on Social Thought at the University of Chicago. Previous Boldt Professors are James Farrell (history), Carol Holly (English) and Ed Langerak (philosophy). Marino?s three-year appointment will run through 2006. Marino?s publications have appeared in Commonweal, The Christian Century, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. His most recent book, Kierkegaard in the Present Age, was published by Marquette University Press in 2001. Marino?s broad service to St. Olaf includes advising the Cultural Union for Black Expressions (CUBE), the REED (an undergraduate philosophy journal) and first-generation college students. He also organized the St. Olaf boxing club and serves as an assistant football coach. The endowment was created by contributions from Appleton, Wis., contractor O.C. Boldt, his wife Patricia Boldt and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Commencement and Reunion Weekend to offer activities for families, students and the public MAY 23, 2003 — St. Olaf?s annual Celebration Weekend, May 23-25, is chock full of events: learning seminars, class reunion luncheons and dinners, department receptions, 5k run/walk, recognition of distinguished alumni and concerts by the St. Olaf Band, St. Olaf Choir and St. Olaf Orchestra. Sunday, May 25 events include baccalaureate at 9 a.m. in Skoglund Center Auditorium and commencement at 2:30 p.m. at Manitou Field. For more information about schedules, events and registration click here. Distinguished Christian historian, Yale professor emeritus to speak at St. Olaf commencement MAY 23, 2003 — Pelikan Dr. Jaroslav Pelikan, one of the world's most distinguished Christian scholars and Sterling Professor Emeritus of History at Yale University, will be St. Olaf College's 2003 commencement speaker. Pelikan will focus his remarks on the theme "Unto the Third and Fourth Generations." Former St. Olaf President Sidney Rand honored for lifetime achievements MAY 20, 2003 — Rand An author, community leader and devoted advocate of education, Dr. Sidney Rand, a former president of St. Olaf College, was honored in May by the Fergus Falls, Minn., school district, which spawned his lifelong love of learning. Dance professor, student create award-winning collaboration MAY 20, 2003 — Sherry Saterstrom, assistant professor of dance, and Allison Lorenzen ?04, are the first winners of the Magnus the Good Award, an endowed award intended ?to encourage undergraduate research in student-faculty collaborations, and to stimulate and encourage the intellectual curiosity of St. Olaf students and faculty,? announced Associate Professor of Religion David Booth who is also director for the Center for Integrative Studies. Saterstrom and Lorenzen?s project, "Environment As Impulse: Dance Improvisation in the Rainforest," continues their work in collaborative dance and extends this collaboration to La Suerte Biological Station in Costa Rica. "In bestowing the award," says Booth, "the selection committee acknowledged Saterstrom and Lorenzen?s commitment to building a relationship with La Suerte, their commitment to exploring the environment through art, and their innovative use of improvisation as a way of learning." Armstrong, alum featured in article about rigorous Minnesota Boychoir MAY 19, 2003 — The 'no-nonsense' Minnesota Boychoir, a 41-year-old program for boys up to 18 years old, has released five CDs and toured five continents, according to a recent profile in the Minneapolis-based Star Tribune, which quoted Boychoir Director Mark Johnson, an Ole graduate, and St. Olaf Choir Director Anton Armstrong. Celebration Weekend to feature public concerts by three major music ensembles MAY 19, 2003 — Concerts this weekend by the St. Olaf Band, St. Olaf Orchestra and St. Olaf Choir feature programs chosen by senior students. The band and orchestra will also feature guest soloists. This is the final performance for senior members of each ensemble. Rally falls short, Ole baseball out of NCAA Regional MAY 18, 2003 — The St. Olaf baseball team saw their season come to an end Saturday afternoon with a 14-11 loser's bracket loss to UW-Whitewater in Oshkosh, Wis. St. Olaf belted 14 hits to the Warhawks 13, but the Oles committed a season-high six errors, allowing seven unearned runs. St. Olaf finished the season 27-14. Rambachan speaks up for patience and tolerance among religious faiths MAY 17, 2003 — Religious extremism is not unique to any particular religion, says St. Olaf Professor of Religion Anant Rambachan in an opinion piece published in the St. Paul Pioneer Press. Indeed, he says, recent characterizations of Islam by the conservative press are "unfair" and "problematic." Syttende Mai breakfast celebration MAY 17, 2003 — Celebrate Syttende Mai with a traditional Norwegian breakfast hosted by the St. Olaf College Norwegian Department and the Norwegian Honor House. The breakfast, from 7-9 a.m. in the Kings Dining Room, Buntrock Commons, will feature a variety of Norwegian breads and cheeses, meats and fish, waffles, pastries, and fruit. The breakfast is open to the public. Tickets will be available at the door, or reserved by calling (507) 646-3230. Canon appointed director of Institutional Research and Planning MAY 16, 2003 — Effective June 1, Susan Canon will become director of Institutional Research and Planning (IRP), replacing Professor of Mathematics Lynn Steen, who completes a three-year temporary appointment as part-time director of IRP. A St. Olaf staff member since 1995, Canon has been a project manager and information management coordinator for the Office of the Dean of the College. She became associate director of the newly reorganized IRP in June 2000. She has since served on the Technology Committee of the Higher Education Data Sharing consortium. Canon has a bachelor of arts degree from Indiana University and a Masters of Education degree from the University of Minnesota in 1991. She earned her MBA in Management Information Systems at the University of Minnesota's Carlson School. Canon also serves as treasurer in the St. Olaf chapter of Phi Beta Kappa. Oles drop Ripon 7-4, still alive in tourney MAY 16, 2003 — The St. Olaf baseball team stayed alive in the NCAA Midwest Regional with a 7-4 win over Ripon College Friday afternoon in Oshkosh, Wis. The Oles broke a 4-4 tie, scoriing three runs in the bottom of the eighth to secure the win. St. Olaf will play the loser of this afternoon's winner bracket game between UW-Whitewater and UW-Oshkosh tomorrow morning at 11:30 a.m. Mistakes spell Oles, Warhawks win opener 7-1 MAY 15, 2003 — The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater capitalized on early St. Olaf errors, and defeated the Oles 7-1 in the first round of the NCAA Midwest Regional in Oshkosh, Wis. Thursday afternoon. Track coach Daymont and her star runner, and daughter, complete their final year MAY 12, 2003 — Commencement will be a bittersweet experience for St. Olaf women's track coach Chris Daymont and the star runner on her team, senior Megan Daymont. One of the most accomplished athletes the MIAC has ever produced, Megan and her mom were profiled recently in the Minneapolis-based Star Tribune. Faculty members honored in spirit of Gertrude Hilleboe MAY 12, 2003 — A history professor and an education professor will be honored for their connection with students, a hallmark of life at St. Olaf College and a direct results of the work of former Dean of Women Gertrude Hilleboe. Internationally known pianist Jacques Despres to perform recital MAY 12, 2003 — Come listen to guest artist Jacques Despres on the piano tonight at 8:15 p.m. in Urness Recital Hall who will perform works by Debussy, Brahms and Chopin. Despres is a member of the music department at the University of Alberta, Edmonton and has completed recital tours in both Canada and the United States. The performance is free and open to the public. St. Olaf Orchestra senior soloists concert MAY 11, 2003 — The St. Olaf Orchestra and senior soloists concert will feature six senior musicians tonight at 7:30 p.m. in Boe Memorial Chapel. The orchestra will also premiere music faculty emeritus Arthur Campbell's "El Camino Real." Oles open NCAA's with UW-Whitewater in Oshkosh, Wis. Thursday MAY 11, 2003 — The St. Olaf baseball team will open NCAA regional play in Oshkosh, Wis. against UW-Whitewater. Ripon (Wis.) will face UW-Oshkosh in the other first round game in the four-team region. St. Olaf Gospel Choir to perform Mother's Day concert MAY 11, 2003 — Many people know of the renowned St. Olaf Choir, but St. Olaf College sponsors numerous other choirs as well -- including the St. Olaf Gospel Choir, under the direction of music instructor and jazz pianist and composer Keith McCutchen. The group will perform a free public concert on Sunday, May 11, at 2 p.m. in The Pause, located on the lower level of Buntrock Commons. McCutchen, who is new to St. Olaf this year, also conducts the choir at Park Avenue United Methodist Church in Minneapolis. The Mother's Day concert is free and open to the public. Student-led Valhalla Band spring concert MAY 10, 2003 — The Valhalla Band will give a concert tonight at 7:30 p.m. in Boe Memorial Chapel. Valhalla, a student organization founded in 1997, is open to all students who play a wind or percussion instrument. The band prides itself on being completely student-operated and conducted. The concert is free and open to the public. Oles win MIAC tourney to advance to NCAA tournament MAY 10, 2003 — The St. Olaf baseball team entered the MIAC Championship game Saturday afternoon as the #2 seed against #4 seed Saint John's University. In the championship game, the Oles defeated the Johnnies 4-3 in a game that saw two 30-plus minute weather delays. The Johnnies attempt to tie the game in the bottom of the ninth inning came up short as SJU's Mike Zauhar was tagged out sliding into home. With the win, St. Olaf receives the MIAC's automatic berth to the NCAA Tournament. Prominent pianist to conduct masterclass and perform at St. Olaf College MAY 9, 2003 — Després The public is invited to hear Canadian pianist Jacques Després conduct a masterclass and perform a recital at St. Olaf on May 12. An established lecture-performance artist, Després is known for his ability to interpret a broad range of composers. St. Olaf faculty member Kent McWilliams says this top-rated instructor is accessible and generous with advice. Project Dance performance showcases varying dance styles MAY 9, 2003 — Come to an informal dance showing today at 3:30 p.m. in Dittmann Center, Studio 1. Featuring the work of PROJECTDANCE (students who are part of St. Olaf?s Companydance), the concert will explore a variety of dance styles including jazz, ballet, modern, international dance and tap. The event is free and open to the public. Oles to Championship with wins over Concordia, St. Thomas MAY 9, 2003 — The St. Olaf baseball team moved to the MIAC Tournament Championship with victories in the opening rounds Friday night in Northfield and Dundas, Minn. behind stellar pitching performances from Eric Tobias (FY, Prescott, Wis.) and Charlie Ruud (Jr., Cannon Falls, Minn.). The Oles beat Concordia 5-3 in the first round and regular season champion St. Thomas 3-1 in the nightcap. Lennox appointed Diversity Education Coordinator MAY 9, 2003 — Naurine Lennox, an associate professor of social work and acting program director and field coordinator of the Social Work Program in the Department of Family and Social Service, has been appointed Diversity Education Coordinator for the 2003-04 academic year. Lennox, a 1964 graduate of St. Olaf, is a member and former director of the American Minorities Program Committee (now ARMS). She has taken three groups of students to Puebla, Cuetzalan and San Miguel Tzinacapan for the interim course "Family Social Services in Central Mexico." In 2002, Lennox provided a course on the Borderlands (El Paso/Juarez) supported by the Hewlett Foundation's Pluralism and Unity program. She is currently academic adviser to the semester program in Cuernavaca, "Social Work in a Latin American Context." Lennox also provides home studies for a small, church-related adoption agency, Chosen Ones, which places infants from orphanages in China with Minnesota families and maintains professional contacts with a physician in Quintana Roo, Yucatan, near Cancun. Director of International and Off-Campus Studies updates St. Olaf on SARS MAY 8, 2003 — As the top-ranked liberal arts college in the nation for the number of students it sends abroad to study, St. Olaf naturally is concerned about the SARS epidemic. So far, however, no autumn studies programs have been curtailed. 'Issues in Aging' workshop to examine caregiving for seniors MAY 7, 2003 — "Generation to Generation: Issues in Aging," a workshop led by social worker Dr. Marty Richards, 2001 American Society of Aging leadership award winner, is being offered this morning at 8:30 a.m., Buntrock Commons. Breakout topics include: aging and affirmation of faith, transitions in aging and rethinking caregiving. Cost is $35. Call (507) 646-3031. Minnesota Youth Symphony Orchestra premieres 9/11 reflection by St. Olaf student MAY 7, 2003 — Feelings of heartbreak and helplessness were common in the United States on Sept. 11, 2001. For Carl Schroeder, however, then a first-year student at St. Olaf College, the tragedy of 9/11 spawned a "searingly beautiful" orchestral elegy called "Christine's Lullaby," in honor of the youngest person killed in America that day. Star Tribune writer Gwendolyn Freed recently profiled Schroeder's remarkable response. Book reading, signing on a perfect spring day MAY 6, 2003 — The St. Olaf Bookstore is sponsoring a book reading and signing by author Philip Bryant, "Sermons on a Perfect Spring Day" at 7:30 p.m. Two St. Olaf music students win prizes at the 80th Annual Schubert Club Scholarship competition MAY 6, 2003 — The 80th annual Schubert Club Competition on April 26, featured the prize-winning talent of young musicians and awarded $38,000 in scholarships to students from the Twin Cities area and western Wisconsin. St. Olaf students Christopher Jacobsen ?04 and Evelyn Johnson received top honors in the competition. Jacobsen, who studies under John Ferguson, the Elliot and Klara Stockdahl Johnson Professor of Music, played the Kachian organ and received a first prize award. Johnson, who studies under Janis Hardy, associate professor of music and voice opera, competed in the category of intermediate voice and received second place honors. More than 200 students participated in the competition which included voice, strings, piano, brass/woodwinds, guitar and organ. Marino named Boldt Distinguished Professor MAY 5, 2003 — St. Olaf faculty member Gordon Marino has been selected as St. Olaf?s fourth Boldt Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Humanities at St. Olaf College. Marino, who came to St. Olaf in 1995, is currently a professor in the department of philosophy and curator of St. Olaf?s Kierkegaard Library. He earned his Ph.D. from the Committee on Social Thought at the University of Chicago. Previous Boldt Professors are James Farrell (history), Carol Holly (English) and Ed Langerak (philosophy). Marino?s three-year appointment will run through 2006. Marino?s publications have appeared in Commonweal, The Christian Century, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. His most recent book, Kierkegaard in the Present Age, was published by Marquette University Press in 2001. Marino?s broad service to St. Olaf includes advising the Cultural Union for Black Expressions (CUBE), The Reed (an undergraduate philosophy journal published at St. Olaf) and first-generation college students. He also organized the St. Olaf boxing club and serves as an assistant football coach. The endowment was created by contributions from Appleton, Wis., contractor O.C. Boldt, his wife Patricia Boldt and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Cox contributes to overview of contemporary British mystery writers MAY 5, 2003 — Professor Emeritus J. Randolph Cox, a reference librarian for 34 years at St. Olaf College, contributed an entry to the new volume of the Dictionary of Literary Biography covering "British Mystery and Thriller Writers Since 1960." His contribution is a survey and analysis of the writings of Robert Barnard, a current popular and prolific writer of mystery novels and short stories. Cox met Barnard 20 years ago in Norway when the latter was teaching English literature at the University of Tromso and has followed his career ever since. Cox also served as government documents librarian during his career at St. Olaf, which spanned 1962 to 1996. He taught popular-culture courses (detective fiction, Sherlock Holmes) during the January interim and was a tutor in the Paracollege. In April, he attended the annual joint conference of the American Culture Association and Popular Culture Association, held this year in New Orleans. He chaired one session and read a paper, "Jesse James Rides Again: The Legendary Outlaw of the Dime Novels," which was illustrated with slides from his own collection and items from the George Hess Collection at the University of Minnesota Library. Enjoy the Philharmonia spring concert MAY 5, 2003 — Come enjoy an evening of orchestral music by the St. Olaf Philharmonia, an 83-member symphony orchestra directed by music faculty JoAnn Polley. Tonight?s program will include "Canzon Septimi toni No. 2," "La Forza del Destino overture," "Must the Winter Come so Soon," and a medley "A Salute to the Big Bands." The concert, beginning at 7:30 p.m. in Skoglund Center Auditorium is free and open to the public. Marino named Boldt Distinguished Professor MAY 5, 2003 — St. Olaf faculty member Gordon Marino has been selected as St. Olaf?s fourth Boldt Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Humanities at St. Olaf College. Marino, who came to St. Olaf in 1995, is currently a professor in the department of philosophy and curator of St. Olaf?s Kierkegaard Library. He earned his Ph.D. from the Committee on Social Thought at the University of Chicago. Previous Boldt Professors are James Farrell (history), Carol Holly (English) and Ed Langerak (philosophy). Marino?s three-year appointment will run through 2006. Marino?s publications have appeared in Commonweal, The Christian Century, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. His most recent book, Kierkegaard in the Present Age, was published by Marquette University Press in 2001. Marino?s broad service to St. Olaf includes advising the Cultural Union for Black Expressions (CUBE), The Reed (an undergraduate philosophy journal published at St. Olaf) and first-generation college students. He also organized the St. Olaf boxing club and serves as an assistant football coach. The endowment was created by contributions from Appleton, Wis., contractor O.C. Boldt, his wife Patricia Boldt and the National Endowment for the Humanities. Marino named Boldt Distinguished Professor MAY 5, 2003 — St. Olaf faculty member Gordon Marino has been selected as St. Olaf?s fourth Boldt Distinguished Teaching Professor in the Humanities at St. Olaf College. Marino, who came to St. Olaf in 1995, is currently a professor in the department of philosophy and curator of St. Olaf?s Kierkegaard Library. He earned his Ph.D. from the Committee on Social Thought at the University of Chicago. Previous Boldt Professors are James Farrell (history), Carol Holly (English) and Ed Langerak (philosophy). Marino?s three-year appointment will run through 2006. Marino?s publications have appeared in Commonweal, The Christian Century, The Wall Street Journal, and The New York Times. His most recent book, Kierkegaard in the Present Age, was published by Marquette University Press in 2001. Marino?s broad service to St. Olaf includes advising the Cultural Union for Black Expressions (CUBE), The Reed (an undergraduate philosophy journal published at St. Olaf) and first-generation college students. He also organized the St. Olaf boxing club and serves as an assistant football coach. The endowment was created by contributions from Appleton, Wis., contractor O.C. Boldt, his wife Patricia Boldt and the National Endowment for the Humanities. It's a Kidfest! MAY 4, 2003 — Northfield children and their families are invited to Kidfest, an afternoon of fun, games, crafts and treats. From 1-3 p.m. today in Buntrock Commons, Black and Gold Ballroom, Kidfest is a free events sponsored by APO, a national coed service fraternity dedicated to the ideas of leadership, friendship and service. Sacred and secular handbells MAY 4, 2003 — St. Olaf?s three handbell choirs perform this afternoon at 2 p.m. in Christiansen Hall of Music, Urness Recital Hall. Each choir consists of 13 members playing on five octaves of Malmark handbells and handchimes. The program, a mix of sacred and secular arrangements and original compositions includes "Song of Triumph" by Arnold Sherman for two handbell choirs and harp, and "I'm Just A Poor Wayfaring Stranger" by Hart Morris featuring St. Olaf senior Nathan Olawsky on clarinet. The Ytterboe Ringers are student directed by Philip Holst. Chapel Ringers and the St. Olaf Handbell Choir are directed by Jill Mahr. Ambassador Knut Vollebaek's point of view MAY 2, 2003 — Come listen to a lecture given by the Norwegian Ambassador to the United States, Knut Vollebaek in Urness Recital Hall today at 3:30 p.m. A reception follows in the Skoglund Reception Room, Christiansen Hall of Music. Ambassador Vollebaek began his diplomatic career when he joined the Norwegian Foreign Service in 1973. Since then he has played key negotiating roles in such events as the Olso Peace Accord of 1994 and the war in Kosovo. The event is free and open to the public. Companydance spring concert to feature guest, faculty and student work MAY 2, 2003 — Join St. Olaf?s modern dance company for three evenings (May 1, 2, 3) of eclectic dance featuring guest works by Twin Cities artists Joe Chavala and Barbara Thatcher. Also on the program are restaged works by St. Olaf dance faculty Janice Roberts, Anthony Roberts and Sherry Saterstrom; as well as student choreography. The concert begins each evening at 8 p.m. Members of the St. Olaf community receive two free tickets. For ticket information call (507) 646-8987. Lessons from the past, choices for the future MAY 2, 2003 — The fourth annual Honors Day Science Symposium, which begins at 2 p.m. in Science Center 280, focuses on global change and features environmentalists Jill Baron (United States Geological Society and Colorado State University) at 2:15 p.m., Robert Jackson (Duke University) at 3:30 p.m., and Richard Alley (Penn State University) at 7:30 p.m. Posters featuring St. Olaf student research projects can be seen between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m. in Buntrock Commons, Crossroads and students will formally present their research at 4:45 p.m. Jazz in the Pause MAY 2, 2003 — Treat yourself to a jazz concert tonight at 8 p.m. in Buntrock Common, The Pause. The program, including "Big Swing Face," "I Remember Clifford," "All of Me" and "Star Eyes" will be comprised of many styles of jazz, including swing, be-bop, fusion, funk, salsa, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian and New Orleans grooves. The concert is open to the public. Honors Day convocation MAY 2, 2003 — Come celebrate Honors Day today with convocation in Boe Memorial Chapel at 10:10 a.m. Guest speaker, Knut Vollebaek, Ambassador of Norway to the United States, will receive the degree of Doctor of Laws, honoris causa. A reception will follow the convocation for honorees and guests. Kids enjoy KidsFest at St. Olaf College MAY 2, 2003 — Many local parents brought their children to the St. Olaf College campus for Kidsfest on Sunday, May 4. The third-floor ballroom in Buntrock Commons was transformed into a play area for the 2-hour free event. The afternoon?s activities included Giant Twister, pin the tail on the lion, face painting, coloring, mask- and mobile-making, and a visit from the St. Olaf mascot, Ole the Lion. Juice and cookies were donated by Northfield businesses EconoFoods and Cub Foods. ?My biggest problem in college is that we don?t see young children ? just peers and professors,? said event organizer Susan Prange, a junior at St. Olaf. ?It?s so nice to be with kids for an afternoon because they see things in such a simple light. We get to see kids and be kids.? Hosted by members of the student service organization Alpha Phi Omega, Kidsfest is an annual event. Faculty staff honor retired library director Forrest Brown MAY 1, 2003 — The St. Olaf libraries hosted a recognition ceremony for Forrest Brown, library director from 1961 to 1990 on May 9. Mac Gimse, professor emeritus of art, presented a sculpture to be housed in the library in honor of Forrest. A reception followed in Buntrock Commons. During Brown?s tenure, two additions were added to Rolvaag Library, the collection more than doubled and an automated system replaced the card catalog. During that time, St. Olaf joined the Minitex interlibrary loan system, the college instituted a program of bibliographic instruction and two branch libraries were incorporated into the new music and science buildings. Educational Talent Search program opens college doors to inner-city youth MAY 1, 2003 — "Many inner-city junior-high and high-school kids lack the resources to go to college and don't even apply," says a recent article in the Minneapolis-based Star Tribune, written by incoming first-year student Cassie Limpert. But through the college preparatory program Educational Talent Search, part of the federally funded TRiO program, St. Olaf College is trying to change that reality by helping students see higher education as a realistic goal. Pavelko, Tobias star as Baseball sweeps to playoffs MAY 1, 2003 — Joe Pavelko (Jr., Richfield, Minn.) was 5-for-7 and Eric Tobias had a complete game victory in game one (FY, Prescott, Wis.) as the St. Olaf baseball team swept Saint John's University 3-2 and 12-6 Thursday afternoon at Mark Almli Field. With the sweep, the Oles qualified for the MIAC Tournament which begins next weekend in Northfield and Dundas. First-year student urges Hmong American women to pursue 'true freedom' MAY 1, 2003 — Many Hmong women in Thailand and Laos turn to prostitution for lack of other ways to support themselves. Even in the United States, young Hmong American women often marry young due to cultural expectations. "With opportunities in America so plentiful," writes first-year St. Olaf College student Lily Moua, "we must take advantage of our options and fulfill our dreams." Alex Morf wins NCAA Postgraduate Scholarship MAY 1, 2003 — St. Olaf senior Alex Morf, (Mount Vernon, Iowa) has been selected by the NCAA as a winner of an NCAA postgraduate scholarship. Morf is one of 58 student athletes awarded this scholarship from across all three divisions. Take the road less traveled and be more than a tourist MAY 1, 2003 — Journey "Behind the Seen" and learn how to be more than a tourist with Karen Hansen, executive director of the St. Olaf Center for Lifelong Learning. Hansen will speak at 12 p.m. in Buntrock Commons, Vahalla Room. "Whether you have 'been there, done that' or just dream about traveling, come learn how to feed your mind, body and spirit more deeply when you travel," says Hansen. The event is free and open to the public. For more information, visit www.stolaf.edu/offices/alum/journeys.html. < April 2003 June 2003 >

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