Calendar

Men's Tennis at Millikin University
2026-03-31 15:00 - 18:00 (America/Chicago) | Decatur, Ill. / Fairview Park Tennis Complex
Men’s Tennis at Millikin University

Women's Tennis at Millikin University
2026-03-31 15:00 - 18:00 | Decatur, Il. / Fairview Park Tennis Complex
Women’s Tennis at Millikin University

Baseball vs Gustavus Adolphus College
2026-04-01 14:30 - 17:30, 2026-04-01 17:00 - 20:00 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Softball at Concordia College
2026-04-01 15:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Moorhead, Minn. / Jake Christiansen AC
Softball at Concordia College
Streaming Video: https://www.miacsportsnetwork.com/concordia/

The Career Studio
2026-04-01 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-08 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-04-29 19:00 - 20:00, 2026-05-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Buntrock Commons 222 Seminar Room
Students are welcome to attend The Career Studio, hosted by the Piper Center. This is an opportunity to work with Peer Advisors outside of the regular drop in schedule.
Students can work on…

Resumes
Cover letters
Internship search
Applications
Networking
Other career activities

Stop by for some hot cocoa and tea, bring your friends, and spill the tea with the Peer Advisors.

Brian Ims Farewell Event
2026-04-02 12:30 - 14:30 | Buntrock Commons 211 Valhalla
Drop by to wish Brian well in his next endeavor! Dessert will be served.

Women's Tennis at Principia College
2026-04-02 14:00 - 17:00 | Elsah, Ill. / Hexberg Tennis Center
Women’s Tennis at Principia College

Men's Tennis at Principia College
2026-04-02 17:15 - 20:15 | Elsah, Ill. / Hexberg Tennis Center
Men’s Tennis at Principia College

Softball vs Gustavus Adolphus College
2026-04-04 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-04 15:00 - 17:00 | Northfield, Minn., Mabel Shirley Field
Softball vs Gustavus Adolphus College
Streaming Video: https://miacsportsnetwork.com/stolaf/

Baseball vs Concordia College
2026-04-04 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-04 15:30 - 18:30 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Men's Golf at Dominican Spring Invitational
2026-04-06 | Sonoma, Calif. – Somona G.C.
Men’s Golf at Dominican Spring Invitational

Senior Recital: Maggie Walker, bassoon
2026-04-06 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
Senior, Maggie Walker will present a senior bassoon recital.
This Event is free and open to the public.

Baseball at Carleton College
2026-04-07 14:30 - 17:30, 2026-04-07 17:00 - 20:00 | Northfield, Minn. / Mel Taube Field

Lecture: Democracy’s Resilience to Populism’s Threat
2026-04-07 15:30 - 17:00 | Buntrock Commons, Viking Theater
The Institute for Freedom and Community welcomes Kurt Weyland, Professor of Government, and Mike Hogg, Professor in the Liberal Arts at the University of Texas – Austin, to St. Olaf to present “Democracy’s Resilience to Populism’s Threat.” Weyland will evaluate the strength of populist movements globally, arguing that democracies are more resilient than many commentators fear.

Softball at College of Saint Benedict
2026-04-07 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-04-07 17:30 - 19:30 | St. Joseph, Minn. / CSB Softball Field
Softball at College of Saint Benedict
Streaming Video: https://www.miacsportsnetwork.com/saintbenedict/

Spring 2026 Strengthening Democracy Dialogues
2026-04-07 15:30 - 17:45 | Buntrock Commons, Viking Theater
Please join an intergenerational conversation after an event hosted by the Institute for Freedom and Community. Students in the “Imagining Democracies Globally” first year seminar will lead discussion about how speakers’ ideas can inform our own participation in democracy.
Here is more information about the upcoming speakers and dialogue opportunity:

Tuesday, April 7: Kurt Weyland, Democracy’s Resilience to Populism’s Threat

Participants should plan to attend both the lecture (3:30-4:30 PM) and the discussion following the lecture (4:45-5:45 PM). Light refreshments will be available.
If interested, please sign up here.
Questions or having trouble signing up? Please contact the professor, Kathy Tegtmeyer Pak (ktp@stolaf.edu).

January Term 2027 Study Abroad/Away Fair
2026-04-07 16:00 - 17:30 | Ballrooms in Buntrock Commons
All current St. Olaf students are welcome to attend the January Term 2027 Study Abroad/Away Fair hosted by Smith Center for Global Engagement.

Last day to add a second-half of semester course
2026-04-08

CommuniTEA
2026-04-08 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-22 14:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-06 14:00 - 15:00 | the Lutheran Center
Students are invited to attend CommuniTEA.
Once every two weeks, the Lutheran Center hosts CommuniTEA. This is a chance for you to unwind, color, relax, and drink tea. There will not be any formal discussion – the space is yours to come and just be. The Lutheran Center will provide the tea.

A Conversation on the Future of Teaching Museums
2026-04-08 16:00 - 17:00 | CAD 305
A Conversation on the Future of Teaching Museums
What does it mean for a museum to truly teach? Join Flaten Art Museum Director Jane Becker Nelson in conversation with two leading voices in contemporary museum practice and leadership as they explore the evolving challenges and possibilities facing teaching museums today.
Daisy Desrosiers is an interdisciplinary art historian, curator, and museum leader currently serving as Director and Chief Curator of The Gund at Kenyon College. A co-curator of the 15th Shanghai Biennale and a member of the Center for Curatorial Leadership Class of 2023, she brings an international perspective and deep commitment to reimagining what college art museums can be.
David Little is the founder of David E. Little Art Consulting, LLC, and brings over 25 years of senior leadership at some of the country’s most prominent institutions — including the International Center of Photography, the Minneapolis Institute of Art, and The Museum of Modern Art — to questions of museum strategy, education, and the public role of art.
Free and open to the public. Light refreshments provided.
Following the talk, guests are welcome to explore the Flaten Art Museum. Galleries will remain open until 6 p.m.

Women's Tennis at Carleton College
2026-04-08 16:00 - 19:00 | Northfield, Minn. / Pat Lamb Tennis Courts
Women’s Tennis at Carleton College

SOAR Session
2026-04-09 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-04-23 11:30 - 12:30
All first-year students attend their peer-led St. Olaf Orientation to Academics and Resources (SOAR) Session. SOAR provides an extended orientation for students throughout their first year to intentionally foster peer connections and equip them with the knowledge, skills, and resources to be successful at St. Olaf.

Social Justice Award
2026-04-09 11:30 - 12:30 | Buntrock Commons, Viking Theater
The St. Olaf Community is welcome to join us as we honor our Social Justice Award recipient in Viking Theater on April 9 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
This award recognizes the hard work of faculty members in bringing needed change to the College and demonstrates St. Olaf’s commitment to developing a more inclusive environment that will better foster a sense of belonging in our campus community. All are welcome to attend.

Office of Government, Foundation, and Corporate Relations Open House
2026-04-09 11:30 - 13:00
The Office of Government, Foundation, and Corporate Relations is hosting an Open House for faculty and staff on Thursday, April 9, from 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. in Old Main Suite 320. Join us for an opportunity to learn more about applying for grants, speak about your funding needs, and join us for lunch.

Seed Coalition Presidents Awards
2026-04-09 14:00 - 16:30
Seed Coalition Presidents Awards will take place at St. Olaf College.

Government and Nonprofits: Student-Alum Virtual Meet Up
2026-04-09 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Students are welcome to attend Government & Nonprofits: Student-Alum Virtual Meet Up hosted by the Piper Center for Vocation and Career. This virtual event connects St. Olaf alumni who work in a broad range of roles in Government and Nonprofits with current students to discuss their career insights and life after St. Olaf.

Young Alumni Social — Minneapolis
2026-04-09 18:00 - 20:00
Ready to ditch the workweek stress and connect with fellow Oles? Join us for the Young Alumni Social at The Puttery in Minneapolis on Thursday, April 9, 2026. We’ve booked an exclusive space for a fun night of immersive mini-golf, great food, and easy networking.
This is also a chance to mingle with current St. Olaf juniors—we’re inviting them to get a sneak peek at our amazing alumni community! For just $25, you get unlimited mini-golf, delicious appetizers and desserts, and a drink ticket. Plus, we’ll be giving out special prizes to alumni and student teams who complete golf challenges together. Think of it as a low-key, high-fun way to meet your next professional contact or just make a new friend.
Space is limited to 150 guests, so grab your spot quickly! The deadline to register is April 6, 2026.
See you on the green!

Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time: 6 – 8 p.m.
Location: The Puttery, 240 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Cost: $25.00 per person
Registration Deadline: April 6, 2026
Maximum Guests: 150
RSVP HERE!

Student Recital
2026-04-09 20:15 - 21:15, 2026-04-30 11:30 - 12:30 | Skifter Hall
The Music Department’s general student recitals consist of a mix of music students fulfilling their degree requirements. This event is free and open to the public.

Women's Track and Field at UW-Platteville Invitational 5K
2026-04-10 | Platteville, Wis. / UW-Platteville Track & Field Complex
Women’s Track and Field at UW-Platteville Invitational 5K

Men's Track and Field at UW-Platteville Invitational 5K
2026-04-10 | Platteville, Wis. / UW-Platteville Track & Field Complex
Men’s Track and Field at UW-Platteville Invitational 5K

Admitted Student Days
2026-04-10 08:00 - 17:00, 2026-04-17 08:00 - 17:00 | St. Olaf College
We welcome all Admitted Students to the Hill on March 20, April 10, and April 17! At Admitted Student Days you can plan to learn more about what it means to be an Ole, meet members of our Faculty and Student Support Services, learn about the residences at St. Olaf, meet with Financial Aid, and more!

Please see our Admitted Student Experience webpage for more details!

Politics and Pastries
2026-04-10 08:30 - 09:30
Faculty, staff, and students are welcome to gather at the Institute for Freedom and Community every Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Politics and Pastries provides opportunities to discuss politics, campaigns, and current events. Coffee and light pastries will be provided.
This week’s conversation will be led by Director of Student Activities Brandon Cash.

International Oles: Student-Alum Virtual Meet Up (Meetaway Platform)
2026-04-10 20:00 - 21:00
Connect with International Ole Alumni working in a diverse array of business roles via a fun, easy and efficient platform. Talk to international student Oles who have gone before!
Why attend?

It’s quick and easy! An efficient use of your time.
Explore and learn about different roles in business – discover new possibilities.
Reflect on what area of business is right for you.
Create new connections with Ole alumni.

What is Meetaway?
Meetaway is a platform for hosting Virtual Alumni-Student Conversations.

Participants are matched for 1:1 conversations, 8-12 minutes in length
Events are 60-75 minutes in length.
Conversation and reflection questions are provided to all participants.

Senior Recital: Henry Rye, organ
2026-04-10 20:15 - 21:15 | Boe Chapel
BM Organ Performance major, Henry Rye ’26, will present a senior recital as partial fulfillment of his BM Performance degree.
This event is free and open to the public.

Men's Track and Field vs Manitou Classic
2026-04-11 | Northfield, Minn., Manitou Track
Men’s Track and Field vs Manitou Classic

Women's Track and Field vs Manitou Classic
2026-04-11 | Northfield, Minn., Manitou Track
Women’s Track and Field vs Manitou Classic

Softball at Bethel University
2026-04-11 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-11 15:00 - 17:00 | Arden Hills, Minn. / Ona Orth Athletic Complex
Softball at Bethel University
Streaming Video: https://www.miacsportsnetwork.com/bethelmn/

Baseball vs College of St. Scholastica
2026-04-11 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-11 15:30 - 18:30 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Film Screening: Join or Die
2026-04-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Buntrock Commons, Viking Theater
The Rotary Club, the Svoboda Center for Civic Engagement at St. Olaf College, and the Northfield Public Library, along with other partners, are joining forces to host a free screening of the 2023 documentary film, “Join or Die” at St. Olaf College’s Viking Theater.
Join or Die is a film about why you should join a club — and why the fate of America depends on it. In this feature documentary, follow the half-century story of America’s civic unraveling through the journey of legendary social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking “Bowling Alone” research into America’s decades-long decline in community connections could hold the answers to our democracy’s present crisis. Flanked by influential fans and scholars — from Hillary Clinton, Pete Buttigieg, and Surgeon General Vivek Murthy to Eddie Glaude Jr., Raj Chetty, and Priya Parker — as well as inspiring groups building community in neighborhoods across the country, join Bob as he explores three urgent civic questions: What makes democracy work? Why is American democracy in crisis? And, most importantly… What can we do about it?
Directed by Rebecca Davis & Pete Davis
93 minutes // English // 2024
The screening will be followed by a discussion. Attendees will also have a chance to learn from local organizations what opportunities they have for you to join. Light refreshments will be provided.
Students, faculty, and staff are kindly encouraged to pre-register at the Library’s website here.

Women's Tennis vs Gustavus Adolphus College
2026-04-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Northfield, Minn., Carlson Courts
Women’s Tennis vs Gustavus Adolphus College

Sunday Morning Worship: 2nd Sunday of Easter
2026-04-12 10:30 - 11:30 | Boe Memorial Chapel
2nd Sunday of Easter; Sunday Worship with Holy Communion.
Bishop Regina Hassanally, Southeastern MN ELCA Synod, will deliver the sermon presided by College Pastor Matthew Marohl. James E. Bobb, Associate Professor in Music and the Cantor for the Student Congregation, will assist. The Manitou Singers will be conducted by Therees Hibbard, Associate Professor of Practice in Music. Comprised of alto and soprano voices from the first-year class, the Manitou Singers is one of the most popular music organizations on the St. Olaf College campus. With a repertoire that ranges from sacred to secular to popular ballads, the 100-voice choir sings at the opening worship service of the college as well as at various campus functions throughout the year. The St. Olaf Handbells will be directed by Jill Mahr, Adjunct Instructor in Music.
Sunday Worship is a time of inspiration and worship for body, mind, and spirit; a meaningful beginning to a new week. All are welcome!
Click the web link below to access streamed and archived services.

Softball at Augsburg University
2026-04-12 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-12 15:00 - 17:00 | Minneapolis, Minn. / Edor Nelson Field
Softball at Augsburg University
Streaming Video: https://www.miacsportsnetwork.com/augsburg/

Senior Recital: Michael Oaks
2026-04-12 14:00 - 15:00 | Skifter Hall
Senior BA Music Major Michal Oaks ’26 will present a senior organ recital. This event is free and open to the public.

Chapel Choir and St. Olaf Orchestra: Oratorio
2026-04-12 15:30 - 17:00 | Boe Memorial Chapel
The St. Olaf Chapel Choir, conducted by Assistant Professor of Music Joseph Kemper, presents a joint concert with the St. Olaf Orchestra, conducted by Associate Professor of Music Chung Park. This event is free and open to the public.
Specializing in the performance of oratorio and larger works, the St. Olaf Chapel Choir frequently collaborates with the St. Olaf Orchestra, as well as instrumentalists and soloists from the St. Olaf community.
Live stream available at https://www.stolaf.edu/multimedia/streams/upcoming/concerts.

Senior Recital: Noah Hubbard, tenor
2026-04-12 19:00 - 19:30 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM Vocal Education major, Noah Hubbard ’26, will present a senior recital in partial fulfillment of his music education degree requirements. He will be assisted by Kristine Denton, piano, and Ben Quist, guitar.
This event is free and open to the public

Senior Recital: Noah Stremmel
2026-04-12 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BA Music Major, Noah Stremmel ’26, will present a senior recital on saxophone, piano, and composition.
This recital is free and open to the public

Quiet Week for Advising
2026-04-13 - 2026-04-17

Baseball vs Bethany Lutheran College
2026-04-13 16:00 - 19:00 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Men's Tennis at Carleton College
2026-04-13 16:15 - 19:15 | Northfield, Minn. / Pat Lamb Tennis Courts
Men’s Tennis at Carleton College

Last day to drop or make S/U change for a semester-length course
2026-04-14

Explore Careers in Business: Student-Alum Virtual Meet Up
2026-04-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Virtual
Students and alumni are welcome to attend the Explore Careers in Business: Student-Alum Virtual Meet Up hosted by the Piper Center for Vocation and Career. This virtual event connects St. Olaf alumni who work in a broad range of roles in Business with current students to discuss their career insights and life after St. Olaf.

Women's Track and Field at Bryan Clay Invitational
2026-04-15 - 2026-04-16 | Azusa, Calif. / Cougar Athletic Stadium
Women’s Track and Field at Bryan Clay Invitational

Men's Track and Field at Bryan Clay Invitational
2026-04-15 - 2026-04-16 | Azusa, Calif. / Cougar Athletic Stadium
Men’s Track and Field at Bryan Clay Invitational

Healthy Community Initiative Breakfast
2026-04-15 07:00 - 08:30 | Buntrock Commons, 1521 St Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN, United States
Northfield’s Healthy Community Initiative (HCI) Breakfast will occur at St. Olaf on April 15, 2026.

Baseball vs University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
2026-04-15 14:30 - 17:30 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Softball vs St. Catherine University
2026-04-15 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-04-15 17:30 - 19:30 | Northfield, Minn., Mabel Shirley Field
Softball vs St. Catherine University
Streaming Video: https://miacsportsnetwork.com/stolaf/

Senior Recital: Sierra Penning, soprano
2026-04-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BA Music Major, Sierra Penning ’26 (soprano), will present a senior recital.
This event is free and open to the public.

Senior Recital: Selma Artang, clarinet
2026-04-15 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
Senior, Selma Artang, will present a clarinet recital.
This event is free and open to the public.

Men's Track and Field at Phil Esten Challenge 10K
2026-04-16 | La Crosse, Wis. / Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex
Men’s Track and Field at Phil Esten Challenge 10K

Women's Track and Field at Phil Esten Challenge 10K
2026-04-16 | La Crosse, Wis. / Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex
Women’s Track and Field at Phil Esten Challenge 10K

Alumni and Family Board Meeting
2026-04-16 - 2026-04-17 | St Olaf College
The St. Olaf Alumni and Family Board will be on campus for their spring meeting April 16 and 17.

April All Staff Meeting
2026-04-16 08:30 - 09:30 | Ballrooms in Buntrock Commons
All St. Olaf staff are welcome to attend the April All-Staff Meeting on April 16 from 8:30-9:30 a.m in the Buntrock Ballrooms. Light breakfast items will be served.

Guest Recital: The Nois Saxophone Quartet
2026-04-16 11:30 - 12:30 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
“Take your preconceived notions of ‘noise’ and toss them out the window. Equal parts ‘fiendishly good and fiendishly goofy.'”(Chicago Tribune)
~Nois is a Chicago-based saxophone quartet dedicated to connecting with diverse audiences through the creation of new work. Since its founding in 2016, “~Nois continues to legitimize the saxophone quartet as a premier ensemble formation for classical music” (thank you Brutal New Music) through commissioning repertoire that is thought-provoking, engaging, and honestly just really good, by some of today’s most inspiring compositional voices.
There will also be a Masterclass and “reading session” of student compositions on Saturday, April 18 from 10 – 12 p.m. in Urness Recital Hall.
Both events are free and open to the public

Softball at Saint Mary's University
2026-04-16 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 | Winona, Minn. / SMU Softball Field
Softball at Saint Mary’s University
Streaming Video: https://www.miacsportsnetwork.com/saintmarys/

Pedagogies of Abolition Keynote Event
2026-04-16 17:30 - 19:30 | Buntrock Commons Viking Theater
The Pedagogies of Abolition Keynote Event will feature a roundtable discussion with leading scholars about abolitionist approaches to education inside and outside the academy. How can educators use pedagogies derived from social movements within their classrooms? What does socially-engaged pedagogy look like in the belly of the beast? What responsibility do educators have to their communities and what are they willing to risk for justice? Joining St. Olaf’s own Assistant Professor of Race, Ethnic, Gender, and Sexuality Studies Lau Malaver and Assistant Professor of History Jaden Janak are Qui Alexander, Assistant Professor of Gender, Sexuality, and Trans Studies at the University of Toronto, and Page Regan, Visiting Assistant Professor of Education and Feminist & Gender Studies at Colorado College. Preceding the event will be a reception for the guests and the St. Olaf community at 5:30 p.m. The event will begin at 6 p.m. in Viking Theater.
This event is sponsored by the departments of Race, Ethnic Studies, Gender, and Sexuality Studies and History. The hosts also received funding from the Leraas Fund, Cassling Family Fund, First Year Experience and Sophomore Thriving, Social Justice Award, and Mellon Foundation.

Student Recital
2026-04-16 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall

Politics and Pastries
2026-04-17 08:30 - 09:30
Faculty, staff, and students are welcome to gather at the Institute for Freedom and Community every Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Politics and Pastries provides opportunities to discuss politics, campaigns, and current events. Coffee and light pastries will be provided.
This week’s conversation will be led by Associate Professor of Practice in Dance Andrea Conger.

Senior Recital: Andrew Kramer, composition
2026-04-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM composition major, Andrew Kramer ’26, will present a senior recital of his works as partial fulfillment of his music degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public.

Senior Recital: Vincent Giza, composition
2026-04-17 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM composition major, Vincent Giza ’26, will present a senior recital as partial fulfillment of his music degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public.

Men's Track and Field at Carleton Relays
2026-04-18 | Northfield, Minn. / Laird Stadium
Men’s Track and Field at Carleton Relays

Women's Track and Field at Carleton Relays
2026-04-18 | Northfield, Minn. / Laird Stadium
Women’s Track and Field at Carleton Relays

Men's Golf at Bobby Krig Invite
2026-04-18 | New Prague, Minn. – New Prague G.C. / Le Sueur, Minn. – Le Sueur C.C
Men’s Golf at Bobby Krig Invite

Women's Tennis vs Macalester College
2026-04-18 11:00 - 14:00 | Northfield, Minn., Carlson Courts
Women’s Tennis vs Macalester College

Softball at Carleton College
2026-04-18 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-18 15:00 - 17:00 | Northfield, Minn. / Ele Hansen Field
Softball at Carleton College
Streaming Video: https://www.miacsportsnetwork.com/carleton/

Baseball at Saint John's University
2026-04-18 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-18 15:30 - 18:30 | Collegeville, Minn. / Becker Park
Baseball at Saint John’s University

Senior Recital: Myka Stewart, cello
2026-04-18 14:00 - 15:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM Cello Performance major, Myka Stewart ’26, will present a senior recital in partial fulfillment of the music performance degree requirements. Myka will be assisted by pianist, Alex Woods.

Men's Tennis vs Macalester College
2026-04-18 15:00 - 18:00 | Northfield, Minn., Carlson Courts
Men’s Tennis vs Macalester College

Senior Recital: Jeremiah Knudson, organ
2026-04-18 15:15 - 16:15 | Boe Chapel
BM Organ Performance and BM Church Music major, Jeremiah Knudson ’26, will present a senior recital in partial fulfillment of his music degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public

Senior Recital: Annalisa Nardiello, mezzo
2026-04-18 16:30 - 17:30 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM Vocal Performance Major, Annalisa Nardiello ’26, will present a senior recital in partial fulfillment of the music performance degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public.

Senior Recital: Samuel Meyer, violin
2026-04-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
Samuel Meyer ’26, violin, will present a senior recital in partial fulfillment of the BM Violin Performance degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public

Senior Recital: Lucan O’Neal, piano
2026-04-18 20:15 - 2026-04-19 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM Piano Performance major, Lucan O’Neal ’26, will present a recital in partial fulfillment of the performance degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public.

Sunday Morning Worship: 3rd Sunday of Easter
2026-04-19 10:30 - 11:30 | Boe Memorial Chapel
3rd Sunday of Easter; Sunday Worship with Holy Communion
College Pastor Matthew Marohl will deliver the sermon presided by Interim Associate College Pastor Paul Graham ’96. James Bobb, Cantor to the Student Congregation, will assist.
Sunday Worship is a time of inspiration and worship for body, mind, and spirit; a meaningful beginning to a new week. All are welcome!
Click the web link below to access streamed and archived services.

Senior Recital: Johanna Makela, mezzo
2026-04-19 14:00 - 15:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM Vocal Performance major, Johanna Makela ’26, will present a senior recital in partial fulfillment of the performance degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public.

St. Olaf Band: Spring Concert
2026-04-19 15:30 - 17:00 | Northfield, Minn. / Skoglund Center Auditorium
The St. Olaf Band, conducted by Assistant Professor of Music Henry L. Dorn, presents their spring concert. This event is free and open to the public.
Founded in 1891, the St. Olaf Band is the oldest music organization at St. Olaf College, a campus internationally renowned for its high caliber of music ensembles. The band has toured nationally since 1904 and internationally since 1906, when it performed a four-week, 30-concert tour of Norway, making it the first American collegiate band to tour Europe. The band has subsequently toured several times in Norway, Great Britain, Japan, central Europe, Australia, and New Zealand.
Live stream available at https://www.stolaf.edu/multimedia/streams/upcoming/concerts.

St. Olaf Cantorei Concert
2026-04-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Boe Memorial Chapel
The St. Olaf Cantorei, conducted by Associate Professor of Music and Elliot M. and Klara Stockdal Johnson Chair in Organ and Church Music James E. Bobb, performs in Boe Memorial Chapel. This event is free and open to the public.
The St. Olaf Cantorei was established in the 1960s as the Campus Choir to provide opportunities for more students to participate in the St. Olaf choral tradition. The ensemble has become known for creative programming that blends the St. Olaf choral tradition with instrumental color and is uniquely honed and focused to lead worship and provide a distinctive musical and spiritual experience.
Live stream available at https://www.stolaf.edu/multimedia/streams/upcoming/concerts.

Last day to drop or make S/U change for a second half semester course
2026-04-20

2026 Medtronic Site Visit (Engineering, CS, Chem/Bio, Stats/Data Science)
2026-04-20 12:30 - 17:00
Please join the Piper Center for a visit to Medtronic to meet with alumni, take a tour, and learn about job and internship opportunities for you.
Medtronic (https://www.medtronic.com/us-en/index.html) is a Twin-Cities-based medical device company that innovates solutions for over 70 health conditions through specific products that include cardiac devices, cranial and spine robotics/nerve stimulators, insulin pumps, surgical tools, ventilators, and patient monitoring systems.
The company has internships (https://www.medtronic.com/us-en/our-company/careers/early-careers.html), and full-time jobs in STEM include those in the following areas:
• Engineering
• Statistics and data science
• Science (Chemistry, Biology, Neuroscience, Biomolecular Science)
• IT, computer science, AI, and robotics
• Clinical, medical, and intellectual property areas
The free visit will take place on Monday, April 20, 2026, and transportation will leave St. Olaf at approximately 12:30 p.m., returning around 5 p.m.
Typically, these visits involve a tour, refreshments, networking with alumni, and an alumni panel and reception. This is a great way to learn more about a local company where a lot of Oles have found internship and career opportunities.
Please indicate your interest in the Medtronic visit by filling out the Medtronic Visit Interest Form: https://forms.gle/g8rgQrLiXaUKbVq37
More information will be shared about the visit to Medtronic (including details on the free transportation) as the Spring 2026 semester gets under way. Also, be sure to let your professors, employers, coaches, etc. know early if you need to miss class/lab/rehearsal/practice during the afternoon on Monday April 20, 2026 to attend this important event.

Medtronic Connections
2026-04-20 12:30 - 17:00
Students are welcome to attend the Medtronic Connections trip hosted by the Piper Center.
Medtronic is a Twin-Cities-based medical device company that innovates solutions for over 70 health conditions through specific products that include cardiac devices, cranial and spine robotics/nerve stimulators, insulin pumps, surgical tools, ventilators, and patient monitoring systems.
The company has internships and full-time jobs in STEM include those in the following areas:

Engineering
Statistics and data science
Science (Chemistry, Biology, Neuroscience, Biomolecular Science)
IT, computer science, AI, and robotics
Clinical, medical, and intellectual property areas

Women's Tennis vs Bethel University
2026-04-20 16:00 - 19:00 | Northfield, Minn., Carlson Courts
Women’s Tennis vs Bethel University

Senior Recital: Romina Soto-Solari, composition
2026-04-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM Composition major, Romina Soto-Solari ’26, will present a senior recital in partial fulfillment of the BM Composition degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public.

Senior Recital: Lucan O’Neal, baritone and Kaspar Czuk, tenor
2026-04-20 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
Senior music majors, Lucan O’Neal, baritone, and Kaspar Czuk, tenor will present a voice recital with pianist, Elizabeth Chen. This recital is free and open to the public.

Registration for Fall by graduation year
2026-04-21 - 2026-04-23

Baseball vs Hamline University
2026-04-21 14:30 - 17:30, 2026-04-21 17:00 - 20:00 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Softball vs Macalester College
2026-04-21 15:30 - 17:30, 2026-04-21 17:30 - 19:30 | Northfield, Minn. , Mabel Shirley Field
Softball vs Macalester College
Streaming Video: https://miacsportsnetwork.com/stolaf/

Fresh Ink Composition Recital 1
2026-04-21 19:00 - 20:00
The Fresh Ink Recital is made up of works by St. Olaf student composers. This event is free and open to the public.

Fresh Ink Composition Recital 2
2026-04-21 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall

Men's Track and Field at Gary Wilson Invitational
2026-04-22 | Minneapolis, Minn. / University of Minnesota Track & Field Stadium
Men’s Track and Field at Gary Wilson Invitational

Women's Track and Field at Gary Wilson Invitational
2026-04-22 | Minneapolis, Minn. / University of Minnesota Track & Field Stadium
Women’s Track and Field at Gary Wilson Invitational

Polarization, Partisanship, and Political Violence
2026-04-22 15:30 - 17:00 | Buntrock Commons, Viking Theater
The Institute for Freedom and Community welcomes Lilliana Mason to St. Olaf College to present Polarization, Partisanship, and Political Violence.

Spring 2026 Strengthening Democracy Dialogues
2026-04-22 15:30 - 17:45 | Buntrock Commons, Viking Theater
Please join an intergenerational conversation after an event hosted by the Institute for Freedom and Community. Students in the “Imagining Democracies Globally” first year seminar will lead discussion about how speakers’ ideas can inform our own participation in democracy.
Here is more information about the upcoming speakers and dialogue opportunity:

Wednesday, April 22: Liliana Mason, Polarization, Partisanship, and Political Violence

Participants should plan to attend both the lecture (3:30-4:30 PM) and the discussion following the lecture (4:45-5:45 PM). Light refreshments will be available.
If interested, please sign up here.
Questions or having trouble signing up? Please contact the professor, Kathy Tegtmeyer Pak (ktp@stolaf.edu).

Men's Tennis vs Bethel University
2026-04-22 16:00 - 19:00 | Northfield, Minn., Carlson Courts
Men’s Tennis vs Bethel University

Senior Recital: Sebastian Whitcomb
2026-04-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Skifter Hall
BA Music Major Sebastian Whitcomb ’26 will present a senior saxophone recital. This event is free and open to the public.

Men's Track and Field at Drake Relays
2026-04-23 - 2026-04-24 | Des Moines, Iowa / Drake Stadium
Men’s Track and Field at Drake Relays

Women's Track and Field at Drake Relays
2026-04-23 - 2026-04-24 | Des Moines, Iowa / Drake Stadium
Women’s Track and Field at Drake Relays

Faculty Meeting
2026-04-23 11:30 - 12:30 | Ballrooms in Buntrock Commons
A Faculty Meeting will be held on April 23 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Voting members of the faculty will receive an email with the meeting’s agenda and an RSVP to lunch one week prior to the meeting date. Please fill out and submit the RSVP as soon as possible, but no later than the Monday before the meeting. Contact the Provost’s executive assistant at gonzal36@stolaf.edu with any issues or questions.

Out For Lunch – LGBTQIA+ Faith Communities
2026-04-23 11:30 - 12:30 | BC 111 – Taylor Center Lounge
Join us for a lunch time event to recognize and highlight the role and contribution of LGBTQIA+ Faith Communities in our society and our local community.

Showcase: St. Olaf Musical Theater Lab
2026-04-23 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
The St. Olaf Students involved in the Musical Theater Lab program will present a showcase of their work under the guidance of Assistant Professor of Music Marita Stryker. This event is free and open to the public

Young Adult Faith and Climate Summit
2026-04-24 - 2026-04-26 | Tomson Hall
The Young Adult Faith and Climate Summit will gather young adults and high school youth interested in the intersection of environmental justice, Lutheran theology, and science. Programming will uplift the young adult experience of these topics: participants will explore their generation’s relationships to climate and the church in a cultural moment where, when addressing the complexities of each, past generations’ models fall short. The summit will focus on building community among young people with shared faith and values, while also empowering them to shape the rest of their lives, emboldened by their place in a Reformation tradition and grounded in their own interrelatedness to all of creation. This is a time for high school youth groups, campus ministries, young adult faith communities, or any motivated young person to faithfully reckon with a uniquely pressing generational concern.
The summit is co-sponsored by local Northfield churches, the St. Olaf College Ministry Office, and the Lutheran Center for Faith, Values, and Community. Events will be hosted on the St. Olaf College campus and at Lutheran churches in Northfield.

Politics and Pastries
2026-04-24 08:30 - 09:30
Faculty, staff, and students are welcome to gather at the Institute for Freedom and Community every Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. Politics and Pastries provides opportunities to discuss politics, campaigns, and current events. Coffee and light pastries will be provided.
This week’s conversation will be led by Visiting Assistant Professor of Dance Brian Evans.

Senior Recital: Charlotte Buchman, soprano
2026-04-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
Soprano, Charlotte Buchman ’26, will present a senior recital.
This event is free an open to the public.

Collegium Musicum Concert
2026-04-24 20:15 - 21:15 | Boe Memorial Chapel
Collegium Musicum performs in Boe Chapel, conducted by Instructor in Music Dana Maeda and Associate Professor of Music James E. Bobb. This event is free and open to the public.
The Collegium Musicum is an ensemble of St. Olaf College students that performs music of the Medieval, Renaissance, and Baroque eras on historical instruments.

Men's Track and Field at Dick & Mary Johnson Invitational
2026-04-25 | Eau Claire, Wis. / Simpson Field
Men’s Track and Field at Dick & Mary Johnson Invitational

Women's Track and Field at Dick & Mary Johnson Invitational
2026-04-25 | Eau Claire, Wis. / Simpson Field
Women’s Track and Field at Dick & Mary Johnson Invitational

Men's Golf at SJU Spring Invite
2026-04-25 | Sauk Rapids, Minn. – Wapicada G.C. / Monticello, Minn. – Monticello C.C
Men’s Golf at SJU Spring Invite

Ole Cup 2026
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 | Buntrock Commons, Viking Theater
Welcome to the 2026 Ole Cup! Launched in 2014, the Ole Cup is an annual student entrepreneurial pitch competition open to all St. Olaf students. The Ole Cup helped launch successful businesses like JonnyPops, Teranga Strings, and the Ole Thrift Shop. The winner of the Ole Cup is awarded a $10,000 prize to help launch their business.

ALL OLES: Service Saturday
2026-04-25 09:00 - 13:00 | Northfield, MN
This event is open to all Oles! There will be multiple service sites both on and off campus. Students will be assigned their service site on the day of the event. Light breakfast and refreshments provided by local businesses.

Softball vs Hamline University - Senior Day
2026-04-25 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-25 15:00 - 17:00 | Northfield, Minn. , Mabel Shirley Field
Softball vs Hamline University – Senior Day
Streaming Video: https://miacsportsnetwork.com/stolaf/

Baseball vs Bethel University
2026-04-25 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-25 15:30 - 18:30 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Viking Chorus: Spring Concert
2026-04-25 15:30 - 17:00 | Boe Memorial Chapel
The Viking Chorus, conducted by Assistant Professor of Music Joseph Kemper, will present a spring concert. The choir is comprised of first-year tenors and basses who carry on a legacy of chorus singing since its founding in 1935. Featuring a broad repertoire with an emphasis in sacred music, the low voices of Viking sing motets, cantata movements, and anthems, as well as contemporary choral pieces, spirituals, and folksongs. This event is free and open to the public.

Women's Tennis at Hamline University
2026-04-26 | St. Paul, Minn. / Holt Courts
Women’s Tennis at Hamline University

Men's Tennis at Hamline University
2026-04-26 | St. Paul, Minn. / Holt Courts
Men’s Tennis at Hamline University

Sunday Morning Worship: 4th Sunday of Easter
2026-04-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Boe Memorial Chapel
4th Sunday of Easter; Sunday Worship with Holy Communion.
Kiara Jorgenson, Martin E. Marty Chair in Religion and the Academy; Associate Professor of Religion and Environmental Studies, will deliver the sermon. Interim Associate College Pastor Paul Graham ’96 will preside. St. Olaf Cantorei will be conducted by James E. Bobb, Associate Professor in Music and the Cantor for the Student Congregation. The St. Olaf Cantorei was established in the 1960s as the Campus Choir to provide opportunities for more students to participate in the St. Olaf choral tradition. The ensemble has become known for creative programming that blends the St. Olaf choral tradition with instrumental color and is uniquely honed and focused to lead worship and provide a distinctive musical and spiritual experience.
Sunday Worship is a time of inspiration and worship for body, mind, and spirit; a meaningful beginning to a new week. All are welcome!
Click the web link below to access streamed and archived services.

Softball vs College of St. Scholastica
2026-04-26 13:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-26 15:00 - 17:00 | Northfield, Minn. , Mabel Shirley Field
Softball vs College of St. Scholastica
Streaming Video: https://miacsportsnetwork.com/stolaf/

Baseball at Saint Mary's University
2026-04-26 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-04-26 15:30 - 18:30 | Winona, Minn. / Max Molock Field
Baseball at Saint Mary’s University

Concert: Handbells
2026-04-26 14:00 - 15:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
The St. Olaf Handbell Choirs will present a spring concert under the direction of Adjunct Instructor in Music Jill Mahr.
This event is free and open to the public

St. Olaf Handbells: Spring Ring
2026-04-26 14:00 - 15:30 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
The handbell choirs of St. Olaf present their annual Spring Ring concert, with performances from the St. Olaf Handbell Choir and Chapel Ringers, conducted by Adjunct Instructor in Music Jill Mahr; Valhalla Ringers, conducted by Katie Nail ’26; and the Manitou Handbell Choir, conducted by Nathaniel Alms ’26. This event is free and open to the public.

Manitou Singers Concert
2026-04-26 15:30 - 17:00 | Boe Memorial Chapel
The Manitou Singers, conducted by Associate Professor of Practice and Robert Scholz Endowed Chair in Music Therees Hibbard, present a spring concert. This event is free and open to the public.
Comprised of select alto and soprano voices from the first year class, the Manitou Singers is one of the most popular music organizations on the St. Olaf College campus. With a repertoire that ranges from sacred, to secular, to popular ballads, the Manitou Singers have broad appeal both on and off campus.
Live stream available at https://www.stolaf.edu/multimedia/streams/upcoming/concerts.

Senior Recital: Jacques LeMay
2026-04-26 19:00 - 20:00 | Skifter Hall
Senior BA Music Major Jacques LeMay ’26 will present a senior trombone recital. This event is free and open to the public.

Faculty/Guest Recital: Julia Sakharova, Philip Bergman, Miko Kominami
2026-04-27 20:15 - 21:15 | Skifter Hall
This faculty/guest recital features Visiting Instructor of Music Julia Sakharova (violin) alongside guest artists Miko Kominami (piano) and Philip Bergman (cello). All three are members of Orchestra Iowa and regularly perform together as part of the orchestra’s chamber music series.
This event is free and open to the public

Baseball at Crown College
2026-04-28 17:00 - 20:00 | St. Bonifacius, Minn. / Missile Park

Lyric Theater: The Odyssey! The Musical!
2026-04-28 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-29 20:00 - 22:00, 2026-04-30 20:00 - 22:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
Join the students and faculty of Music 267: Advanced Acting for the Lyric Stage as they present the world premiere of The Odyssey! The Musical!, an original musical comedy adaptation of the timeless Homeric epic by Louis Epstein and Daniel Groll. A blend of Broadway musical, concept album, Disney fairy tale, and operetta, The Odyssey! The Musical! explores themes of love and loss, deviousness and triumph, and the foibles of human nature. Kids, tweens, college students, adults, and even Classics scholars will find something to love in this sometimes riotous, sometimes heart wrenching, always gripping story about the obstacles we overcome to make our way home.

This event is free and open to the pubic.

This event is free and open to the public.

Women's Track and Field at Joe Sweeney Invitational
2026-04-29 | St. Paul, Minn. / Klas Field
Women’s Track and Field at Joe Sweeney Invitational

Men's Track and Field at Meet of the UnSaintly
2026-04-29 | St. Paul, Minn. / Klas Field
Men’s Track and Field at Meet of the UnSaintly

Men's Track and Field at Joe Sweeney Invitational
2026-04-29 | St. Paul, Minn. / O’Shaughnessy Stadium
Men’s Track and Field at Joe Sweeney Invitational

Board of Regents Spring 2026 Meeting
2026-04-29 - 2026-05-01 | Kings Dining Room – Buntrock Commons
The Board of Regents will host their Spring Meetings April 29-May 1 in the King’s Dining Room. The Kings Dining Room will be closed to campus on these dates.

Men's Track and Field at MIAC Decathlon
2026-04-30 | Northfield, Minn. / Laird Stadium
Men’s Track and Field at MIAC Decathlon

Women's Track and Field at MIAC Heptathlon
2026-04-30 | Northfield, Minn. / Laird Stadium
Women’s Track and Field at MIAC Heptathlon

Kierkegaard and Coffee: A Reading Group
2026-04-30 11:30 - 12:30 | Steensland Hall
This spring, the Kierkegaard Library welcomes St. Olaf faculty, staff, and community members to read Kierkegaard’s Fear and Trembling in a casual group setting. We meet in Steensland Hall on February 19, March 19, and April 30, from 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Light refreshments are provided.

Honors Day
2026-05-01

Senior Art Show
2026-05-01 - 2026-05-23 | Center for Art and Dance Flaten Museum
Flaten Art Museum is thrilled to present the 2026 Senior Art Show, featuring new work by the studio art majors of St. Olaf’s class of 2026. This annual exhibition is a culminating event in the curriculum of St. Olaf College’s Studio Art Majors and represents the breadth of their studies in the liberal arts

Politics and Pastries
2026-05-01 08:30 - 09:30
Faculty, staff, and students are welcome to gather at the Institute for Freedom and Community every Friday from 8:30–9:30 a.m. Politics and Pastries provides opportunities to discuss politics, campaigns, and current events. Coffee and light pastries will be provided.
This week’s conversation will be led by Tangle News.

Honors Day Convocation
2026-05-01 10:10 - 10:30 | Boe Chapel
The purposes of Honors Day are to celebrate the academic accomplishments of students, to express gratitude to faculty members, and to say “thank you” to donors and friends of the college who provide scholarships.
Honors Day is one of four occasions in the academic year when the St. Olaf faculty process in academic regalia. It is a special event in the cycle of the academic year, and we look forward to seeing you there!

CURI Spring Showcase
2026-05-01 15:00 - 18:00 | Holland Hall
Showcase talks and posters of CURI, Steen, Magnus, and Rand research projects.

Holland Hall; 3rd floor Commons, 501, 552, and 523.

Lecture: American Politics in the 21st Century – Distrust, New Media, Polarization, and Dissatisfaction
2026-05-01 15:30 - 17:00 | Buntrock Commons, Viking Theater
The Buntrock Institute for Freedom and Community welcomes everyone to attend the keynote and opening lecture, American Politics in the 21st Century: Distrust, New Media, Polarization, and Dissatisfaction, by Jamie Druckman, the Martin Brewer Anderson Professor of Political Science from the University of Rochester.

Journalism Conference: Polarization and the Changing Media Landscape
2026-05-01 15:30 - 2026-05-02 15:00 | Buntrock Commons, Viking Theater
The Buntrock Institute for Freedom and Community will host the Journalism Conference: Polarization and the Changing Media Landscape at St. Olaf College Friday, May 1 – Saturday, May 2. All are welcome to attend. The conference will kick off with a Keynote Lecture by Jamie Druckman on Friday, May 1 at 3:30 p.m., followed by multiple panels on Saturday, May 2.

Natural Sciences and Mathematics Honors Day Poster Session
2026-05-01 16:00 - 17:15 | Regents Hall 4th Floor Atrium
Students who have conducted research in Math and Science disciplines on campus or elsewhere are invited to present a poster at the Honors Day Poster Session on Friday, May 1, from 4:00–5:15 PM in the third and fourth-floor atriums of Regents Hall Science. With approximately 75 presenters, this event highlights the diverse and exciting research happening in the Natural Sciences and MSCS (Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science).
This is an excellent opportunity for students to showcase their work, engage and share with the community. All all welcome to attend.

Sioux Falls Alumni Gathering
2026-05-01 17:00 - 18:30
Join the St. Olaf community in Sioux Falls on Friday, May 1, for a vibrant Ole social at the Country Club of Sioux Falls. Gather with fellow alumni and Fund Board member John Hegg ’63 from 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. to expand your network and hear exciting updates regarding the college’s future.
This reception is a wonderful opportunity to strengthen your local network and reconnect with fellow Oles in South Dakota.

Event Details:

Date: Friday, May 1, 2026
Time: 5 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location: Country Club of Sioux Falls, 3400 W 22nd St, Sioux Falls, SD 57105
Cost: No Charge
Host: John Hegg ’63

Event Highlights

Networking: Connect with local alumni, parents, and friends of the college.
College Update & Trivia: Fund Board member John Hegg ’63 will share remarks and host a St. Olaf trivia contest (with prizes!) at approximately 5:45 p.m.
Food & Drink: Enjoy complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a cash bar.
Dinner Option: Guests are invited to stay for dinner at the club at their own expense following the social—a special opportunity typically reserved for club members.

Please RSVP by Friday, April 24, to ensure an accurate count for the venue. We look forward to hosting you!
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Opening Reception - Senior Art Show
2026-05-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Center for Art and Dance Flaten Museum
Flaten Art Museum will host an opening reception for the 2026 Senior Art Show, which will feature new work by the studio art majors of St. Olaf’s class of 2026. This annual exhibition is a culminating event in the curriculum of St. Olaf College’s Studio Art Majors and represents the breadth of their studies in the liberal arts

Concert: Jazz I
2026-05-01 19:30 - 21:00 | The Lion Pause Main Stage
Jazz I will present a concert under the direction of Associate Professor of Music Joseph L. Jefferson.
This event is free and open to the public.

Men's Track and Field vs Ole Outdoor Open
2026-05-02 | Northfield, Minn., Manitou Track
Men’s Track and Field vs Ole Outdoor Open

Women's Track and Field vs Ole Outdoor Open
2026-05-02 | Northfield, Minn., Manitou Track
Women’s Track and Field vs Ole Outdoor Open

Men's Golf at Rusty Putter Match
2026-05-02 | Northfield, Minn. – Northfield G.C.
Men’s Golf at Rusty Putter Match

Baseball at Augsburg University
2026-05-02 13:00 - 16:00, 2026-05-02 15:30 - 18:30 | Minneapolis, Minn. / Parade Stadium

National Lutheran Choir and St. Olaf Choir at Central Lutheran Church
2026-05-02 14:00 - 15:30
The National Lutheran Choir and the St. Olaf Choir present a joint concert titled “Rooted & Rising” at Central Lutheran Church.
In the turning of the season, we rise—rooted in memory, reaching toward the future. This program bursts forth in song, celebrating the sacred bonds of community. Joined by Harry R. and Thora H. Tosdal Professor of Music Anton Armstrong and the St. Olaf Choir at Central Lutheran Church, the NLC honors the living legacy of the Lutheran choral tradition in the United States. Former NLC Artistic Director David Cherwien joins as guest organist to mark 40 years of the National Lutheran Choir. Works by J.S. Bach, F. Melius Christiansen, Larry Fleming, and David Cherwien bloom alongside new pieces by Earlene Rentz and Jennaya Robison. The concert concludes with a festival chorus of alumni and friends—celebrating four decades of song and the promise of many more to come as we proclaim, “For all that has been, Thank you. For all that is to come, Yes!” (Dag Hammarskjöld)

St. Olaf Philharmonia and Norseman Band Concert
2026-05-02 19:30 - 21:30 | Boe Memorial Chapel
The St. Olaf Philharmonia, conducted by Associate Professor of Music Chung Park, and the Norseman Band, conducted by Adjunct Associate Professor of Music Michael Buck, present a joint spring concert.
The Norseman Band is one of two symphonic bands at St. Olaf and has developed a reputation in recent years as a dynamic and exciting concert ensemble. The band strives to program for a wide and diverse audience.
The St. Olaf Philharmonia was established in 1975 to accommodate the college’s growing numbers of strong players. The orchestra performs music from all periods, including repertoire for string orchestra, chamber orchestra, and symphony orchestra.
Live stream available at https://www.stolaf.edu/multimedia/streams/upcoming/concerts.

Sunday Morning Worship: 5th Sunday of Easter
2026-05-03 10:30 - 11:30 | Boe Memorial Chapel
The 5th Sunday of Easter; Sunday Worship with Holy Communion.
Interim Associate College Pastor Paul Graham ’96 will deliver the sermon presided by College Pastor Matthew Marohl. James E. Bobb, Associate Professor in Music and the Cantor for the Student Congregation, will assist. The St. Olaf Choir will be conducted by Anton Armstrong ’78, Tosdal Professor of Music. The St. Olaf Choir, with 75 mixed voices, is the premier a cappella choir in the United States. For over a century, the choir has set a standard of choral excellence and remained at the forefront of choral artistry. Conducted since 1990 by Anton Armstrong, the St. Olaf Choir continues to develop the tradition that originated with its founder, F. Melius Christiansen. The St. Olaf Handbell Choir is conducted by Jill Mahr, Adjunct Instructor in Music.
Sunday Worship is a time of inspiration and worship for body, mind, and spirit; a meaningful beginning to a new week. All are welcome!
Click the web link below to access streamed and archived services.

Concert: Jazz II and Jazz Combos
2026-05-03 15:30 - 17:00 | BC031 the Pause main Stage
Jazz II and Jazz Combos will be featured on this spring concert under the direction of Associate Professor of Music Joseph L. Jefferson.
This event is free and open to the public.

St. Olaf Chamber Singers Concert
2026-05-03 19:30 - 21:00 | Boe Memorial Chapel
The Chamber Singers, conducted by Associate Professor of Practice and Robert Scholz Endowed Chair in Music Therees Tkach Hibbard, will present their spring concert in Boe Chapel. This event is free and open to the public.

Concert: The St. Olaf Chamber Singers
2026-05-03 19:30 - 21:00 | Boe Memorial Chapel
The St. Olaf Chamber Singers will present a joint concert with Carleton College’s Chamber Choir. Therees Hibbard and Matthew Olson will be conducting.
This event will be free and open to the public.

Concert: The Percussion Ensemble
2026-05-04 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
The Percussion Ensemble will present their spring concert under the direction of Visiting Associate Professor of Music Matthew McClung. This event is free and open to the public.

Phi Beta Kappa Spring Induction Ceremony
2026-05-05 18:30 - 20:30 | St. Olaf House
Phi Beta Kappa Spring Inductees are invited to the St. Olaf House for an induction celebration. This will be held at the President’s House on May 5, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Light refreshments will be served.

Recital: Brass Chamber Night
2026-05-05 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
Enjoy an evening of music featuring our talented brass chamber groups. This event is free and open to the public.

Recital: Woodwind Chamber Night I
2026-05-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
Enjoy an evening of music featuring our talented woodwind chamber groups. This event is free and open to the public.

Recital: Woodwind Chamber Night II
2026-05-06 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall

May All Staff Meeting
2026-05-07 08:30 - 09:30 | Ballrooms in Buntrock Commons
All St. Olaf staff are welcome to attend the May All-Staff Meeting on May 7 from 8:30-9:30 a.m in the Buntrock Ballrooms. Light breakfast items will be served.

Faculty Meeting
2026-05-07 11:30 - 12:30 | Ballrooms in Buntrock Commons
A Faculty Meeting will be held on May 7 from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Voting members of the faculty will receive an email with the meeting’s agenda and an RSVP to lunch one week prior to the meeting date. Please fill out and submit the RSVP as soon as possible, but no later than the Monday before the meeting. Contact the Provost’s executive assistant at gonzal36@stolaf.edu with any issues or questions.

Mathematics, Science, and Computer Science Banquet
2026-05-07 17:30 - 19:00 | King’s Dining Room – Trollhaugen
Mathematics, Statistics, and Computer Science (MSCS) seniors are invited to attend the senior banquet. Refreshments will be served.

Student Recital
2026-05-07 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
The Music Department’s general student recitals consist of a mix of music students fulfilling their degree requirements. This free (and open to the public) event is the final student recital for the academic year!
