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Turning ideals into philanthropic action

By Brett Kistner '08
May 7, 2008

It is no surprise that Oles go on to do great things. St. Olaf College provides its students with rigorous academics grounded in a faithful awareness to the body and soul. In order for the college to maintain these commitments, it is important that students understand the importance of philanthropy. Peter Schattauer and Maggie Matson, who are leading this year's Senior Giving Campaign, are hoping to instill that sense of philanthropy in the Class of 2008.

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Seniors Maggie Matson and Peter Schattauer are leading the Class of 2008 Senior Giving Campaign.
"It is important to recognize the privileges we have at St. Olaf," says Matson, a studio art and American studies major. "A lot of what we've enjoyed about life at St. Olaf has been provided through these alumni gifts."

"Giving is never easy," adds Schattauer, a religion and political science major. "However, as alumni, it is time to start intentionally thinking about the way our values are reflected in the way we spend our money. I think that a gift to St. Olaf College shows an Ole's commitment to the values of this institution."

Helping the senior class along in their campaign are President David R. Anderson '74 and his wife, Priscilla Paton. As in past senior campaigns, when the graduating class meets benchmarks in its goal, Anderson and Paton donate to Partners in Annual Giving as well.

"It's heartwarming to see graduating seniors begin their lifetime of support of our college while they are still students and, 34 years after my own graduation, to be able to partner with the Class of 2008 to help make a St. Olaf education possible for the next generation of Oles," Anderson says.

Contact Kari VanDerVeen at 507-786-3970 or vanderve@stolaf.edu.