commencement08.jpg President Anderson congratulates a student during commencement ceremonies in May. KlobucharVisit08.jpg President Anderson listens as Sen. Amy Klobuchar (D-Minn.) speaks about global climate change during a visit to St. Olaf in May. Klobuchar spoke and then listened to St. Olaf students and faculty discuss measures the college is taking to become a more sustainable campus. HonorsDay08.jpg President Anderson shares a greeting with Mark Schelske (right) as they assemble on the steps of Boe Memorial Chapel before the 2008 Honors Day procession. Honors Day recognizes the achievements of students who have a cumulative grade point average of 3.30 or above, students receiving special honors, and senior members of honor societies. DRAStrommen.jpg President Anderson chatted with Wegger Strommen, Norway's ambassador to the United States, during the ambassador's visit to St. Olaf in April. The visit was part of a five-day tour that included stops in Minnesota, Iowa, North Dakota and South Dakota. St. Olaf is frequently a destination for Norwegian government officials and members of the royal family. andersonpeacecorps.jpg President Anderson met with Peace Corps Director Ron Tschetter, who greeted St. Olaf faculty, staff and students to thank the college for the 446 St. Olaf alumni who have worked for the Peace Corps since 1961. DRAnTJM.jpg The St. Olaf Band opened its Fall 2007 Tour in LaCrosse, Wisconsin, hometown of President Anderson and band conductor Timothy Mahr. The proud graduates of Central High enjoyed a moment together after the concert. anderson-trio.jpg President Anderson chats with students in a TRiO lab during a visit to the classroom by Congressman John Kline. JJDays.jpg President Anderson participates in the graveside memorial service honoring Joseph Lee Heywood and Nicolaus Gustavson, two Northfield heros who lost their lives during the infamous raid by the Jesse James gang. 57ClassPic07.jpg While President Anderson attempts to quiet a rowdy class of '57 for their official photo during Celebration 2007, Katie Clymer, acting director of alumni and parent relations, appears to be doing the opposite. AasenCommence07.jpg Kristyn Aasen, Eagan, Minn., accepts well-deserved congratulations from President Anderson. MayAnderCommence07.jpg Jim May, provost and dean of the college, and President Anderson applaud the class of 2007 at Commencement ceremonies on Sunday, May 27. The weather cooperated, so the event was outdoors, on Manitou Field. CampusSafety07.jpg President Anderson is interviewed by a Twin Cities Fox TV reporter about St. Olaf campus safety in the wake of the Virginia Tech tragedy. chapeltalk.jpg President Anderson is a regular -- and spririted -- speaker in daily chapel, which he attends whenever he is on campus. AcceptStud07.jpg President Anderson visits with a father and son on Accepted Students Day in April 2007. PresBall07.jpg President Anderson and his wife, Priscilla Paton, enjoy a spin on the dance floor during the annual President's ball last April. ScienceDay07.jpg President Anderson thanks the St. Olaf community for its generous contributions to the "Beyond Imagination" Science Complex campaign. As of the end of May the community (retired, emeritii, faculty and staff) had contributed over $820,000. Pictured are President Anderson, Rebecca Otten, Andrew Douglas '04, Marge Tarr, Joan Olson and Duane Olson '53. Anderson06Lion.jpg Ole the Lion (President Anderson) on his way to deliver Friday Flowers to his sweetheart. AndersonWheaties.jpg Recognizing the importance of starting his busy days with a healthy breakfast, President Anderson stops by Stav Hall to enjoy a bowl of Wheaties. move-in1.jpg President Anderson lends a helping hand to first-year Linnea Logas and her mom, Beverly during fall '06 move-in day. move-in2.jpg President Anderson and Amy Deeg '10 spend some quality time with Ole the Lion, the St. Olaf mascot. move-in3.jpg On move-in day '06, President David R. Anderson '74 shares a laugh with admissions counselors at lunch on the Buntrock Commons lawn. From left to right: Jenny Howenstine, Angelique Dietz, David Anderson and Philana Roberts. walk2.jpg An avid exerciser, Anderson starts each day walking with his dog Troy (a black lab “mixed with some skinnier breed”). DSC_1765.jpg Regents Jerrol Tostrud and Addison “Tad” Piper met with President Anderson after announcing his formal appointment. DSC_1811.jpg During his first day on campus, President Anderson met James Barnett ’08. To cultivate an approachable image among the student body is one of his priorities. DSC_1808.jpg President Anderson entertains Board of Regents Student Committee members Margaret Wade '09 and Katherine Hagen '09. A gifted communicator and consummate academic, he emphasizes accessibility and transparency in working with students and faculty. 1.jpg Bishop Glenn Nycklemoe '58, retired bishop of the ELCA, installs David R. Anderson '74 as 11th president of St. Olaf College. 3.jpg Addison "Tad" Piper, chair of the presidential search committee, assists David R. Anderson '74 during his inauguration as 11th president of St. Olaf.