Calendar

St. Olaf Student Pianists in Concert
2026-03-22 14:00 - 15:30 (America/Chicago) | Owatonna, Minn.
St. Olaf student pianists will present a concert featuring music by composers with connections to Minnesota on Sunday, March 22, 2026 at 2 p.m. at the Owatonna Arts Center, 435 Garden View Lane. This event is free and open to the public.

First day of class for second half of semester courses
2026-03-23

Baseball vs Middlebury College
2026-03-23 09:00 - 12:00 | TBD

Junior Recital: Schroth-Douma and Shaw
2026-03-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
Junior BM Vocal Performance majors, Will Schroth-Douma ’27 (baritone) and Robert Shaw ’27 (bass-baritone) will present a shared junior recital in partial fulfillment of the BM Performance Degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public

Junior Recital: Amalia Ranstrom, harp
2026-03-24 19:00 - 19:30 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM Harp Performance Major, Amalia Ranstrom ’27, will present a junior recital in partial fulfillment of the BM Performance degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public.

Junior Recital: Austin Larson, tuba
2026-03-24 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM Tuba Performance Major, Austin Larson ’27, will present a junior recital in partial fulfillment of the BM Performance degree requirements.
This event is free and open to the public.

Senior Recital: Ely and Yarris
2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BA Music Majors, Morgan Ely ’26, percussion, and Ella Yarris ’26, soprano, will present a shared senior recital.
This event is free and open to the public.

The Career Studio
2026-03-25 19:00 - 20:00, 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, 2026-05-13 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.

Women's Track and Field at WashU Distance Carnival
2026-03-26 | St. Louis, Mo. / Bushyhead Track
Women’s Track and Field at WashU Distance Carnival

Men's Track and Field at WashU Distance Carnival
2026-03-26 | St. Louis, Mo. / Bushyhead Track
Men’s Track and Field at WashU Distance Carnival

Faculty Meeting
2026-03-26 11:30 - 12:30 | Ballrooms in Buntrock Commons
A Faculty Meeting will be held on March 26 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.

Softball vs University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
2026-03-26 14:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-26 16:00 - 18:00 | Northfield, Minn., Mabel Shirley Field

Student Recital
2026-03-26 20:15 - 21:15 | Boe Chapel
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.

Spring Break
2026-03-28 - 2026-04-06

Baseball at Macalester College
2026-03-28 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-03-28 14:30 - 17:30 | St. Paul, Minn. / Nicholson Field

Baseball vs Gustavus Adolphus College
2026-04-01 13:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-01 16:00 - 19:00 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Softball at Concordia College
2026-04-01 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-01 16:30 - 18:30 | Moorhead, Minn. / Jake Christiansen AC

Softball vs Gustavus Adolphus College
2026-04-04 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-04 14:00 - 16:00 | Northfield, Minn., Mabel Shirley Field

Baseball vs Concordia College
2026-04-04 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-04 14:30 - 17:30 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

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 13:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-07 16:00 - 19:00 | Northfield, Minn. / Mel Taube Field

Softball at College of Saint Benedict
2026-04-07 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-07 16:30 - 18:30 | St. Joseph, Minn. / CSB Softball Field

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

Women's Tennis at Carleton College
2026-04-08 15:00 - 18:00 | 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.

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 $40, 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 5, 2026.
See you on the green!

Date: Thursday, April 9, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: The Puttery, 240 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55401
Cost: $40.00 per person
Registration Deadline: April 2, 2026
Maximum Guests: 150
RSVP HERE!

Student Recital
2026-04-09 20:15 - 21:15, 2026-04-30 11:30 - 12:30 | Skifter Hall

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

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

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!

Senior Recital: Kevin Kodalen, baritone
2026-04-10 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
BM Elective Studies Major, Kevin Kodalen ’26, will present a senior recital in partial fulfillment of his music degree requirements. Kodalen will be assisted by pianist Kristine Denton.
This event is free and open to the public.

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 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-11 14:00 - 16:00 | Arden Hills, Minn. / Ona Orth Athletic Complex

Baseball vs College of St. Scholastica
2026-04-11 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-11 14:30 - 17:30 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Women's Tennis vs Gustavus Adolphus College
2026-04-12 09:00 - 12:00 | Northfield, Minn., Carlson Courts
Women’s Tennis vs Gustavus Adolphus College

Softball at Augsburg University
2026-04-12 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-12 14:00 - 16:00 | Minneapolis, Minn. / Edor Nelson Field

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

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

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

Baseball vs Bethany Lutheran College
2026-04-13 15:00 - 18:00 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

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 13:30 - 16:30 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Softball vs St. Catherine University
2026-04-15 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-15 16:30 - 18:30 | Northfield, Minn., Mabel Shirley Field

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

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 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-16 16:30 - 18:30 | Winona, Minn. / SMU Softball Field
Softball at Saint Mary’s University

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

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

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

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

Softball at Carleton College
2026-04-18 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-18 14:00 - 16:00 | Northfield, Minn. / Ele Hansen Field

Baseball at Saint John's University
2026-04-18 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-18 14:30 - 17:30 | 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.

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.

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

Men's Tennis vs Bethel University
2026-04-20 | Northfield, Minn., Carlson Courts
Men’s Tennis vs Bethel University

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.

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 13:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-21 16:00 - 19:00 | Northfield, Minn., Mark Almli Field

Softball vs Macalester College
2026-04-21 14:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-21 16:30 - 18:30 | Northfield, Minn. , Mabel Shirley Field

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

Women's Tennis vs Bethel University
2026-04-22 | Northfield, Minn., Carlson Courts
Women’s Tennis vs Bethel University

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

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.

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

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

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.

Softball vs Hamline University - Senior Day
2026-04-25 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-25 14:00 - 16:00 | Northfield, Minn. , Mabel Shirley Field
Softball vs Hamline University – Senior Day

Baseball vs Bethel University
2026-04-25 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-04-25 14:30 - 17:30 | 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

Softball vs College of St. Scholastica
2026-04-26 12:00 - 14:00, 2026-04-26 14:00 - 16:00 | Northfield, Minn. , Mabel Shirley Field

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.

Baseball at Crown College
2026-04-28 16:00 - 19:00 | 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 Meet of the UnSaintly
2026-04-29 | St. Paul, Minn. / Klas Field
Women’s Track and Field at Meet of the UnSaintly

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

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.

Baseball at Saint Mary's University
2026-04-29 13:30 - 16:30, 2026-04-29 16:00 - 19:00 | Winona, Minn. / Max Molock Field
Baseball at Saint Mary’s University

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

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

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

St. Olaf Jazz I Concert
2026-05-01 19:30 - 21:00 | Lion’s Pause – Mane Stage
St. Olaf Jazz I, led by Associate Professor of Music Joseph L. Jefferson, presents a concert. The band showcases a wide range of musical styles such as swing, be-bop, funk, fusion, salsa, Afro-Cuban, Brazilian, and New Orleans grooves at every performance. St. Olaf Jazz I was voted the “Best College or University Big Band” by Downbeat Magazine in May 2011, and was awarded “Outstanding Performance by Large Undergraduate Jazz Ensemble” by the publication in 2019. 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

Baseball at Augsburg University
2026-05-02 12:00 - 15:00, 2026-05-02 14:30 - 17:30 | 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.

St. Olaf Jazz: Combo and Jazz II Concert
2026-05-03 15:30 - 17:00 | Lion’s Pause – Mane Stage
Jazz students in the chamber program and the Jazz II ensemble will present their spring concert. Associate Professor of Music Joseph L. Jefferson will conduct the Jazz II ensemble, as well as the St. Olaf Jazz Combos, alongside Adjunct Instructor in Music Peter Whitman. 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 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.

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.

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!

Women's Track and Field vs MIAC Outdoor Championships
2026-05-08 | Northfield, Minn., Manitou Track
Women’s Track and Field vs MIAC Outdoor Championships

Men's Track and Field vs MIAC Outdoor Championships
2026-05-08 | Northfield, Minn., Manitou Track
Men’s Track and Field vs MIAC Outdoor Championships

Civic Engagement Showcase
2026-05-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Tomson Hall 3rd Floor East Lantern
St. Olaf students, faculty, staff, and community members are invited to attend the Civic Engagement Showcase hosted by The Svoboda Center for Civic Engagement on May 8 from 3 – 5 p.m..

Individual students and groups will present information about their academic and co-curricular civic and community engaged projects in hopes of educating others and sparking ideas for future community engagement. Light refreshments will be provided.

This event is free and open to the public.

St. Olaf Choir: Spring Concert with National Lutheran Choir
2026-05-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Boe Memorial Chapel
The National Lutheran Choir and the St. Olaf Choir present a joint spring concert in Boe Memorial Chapel. This event is free and open to the public.
The St. Olaf Choir 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.
The National Lutheran Choir, now in its 40th season, engages listeners of all faiths and traditions by singing the spirit of music familiar and new. The Choir’s artistry is rooted in its mission to celebrate, invigorate, and expand sacred choral music, bringing inspiration and meaning to all people.

St. Olaf Orchestra: Senior Soloists Concert
2026-05-10 15:30 - 17:00 | Boe Memorial Chapel
The St. Olaf Orchestra, conducted by Associate Professor of Music Chung Park, presents a concert featuring senior soloists. This event is free and open to the public.
Widely recognized as one of the finest undergraduate orchestras in the United States, the St. Olaf Orchestra has been featured on NPR and PBS and was the 2013 and 2019 winner of the American Prize in Orchestral Performance.
Live stream available at https://www.stolaf.edu/multimedia/streams/upcoming/concerts.

Recital: String Chamber Night I
2026-05-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
Enjoy an evening of music featuring our talented string chamber groups. This event is free and open to the public.

Recital: String Chamber Night II
2026-05-11 20:15 - 21:15 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall

Recital: BM Performance/Church Music Entrance and Continuance
2026-05-12 19:00 - 21:30 | Christiansen Hall of Music 100 Urness Recital Hall
The Bachelors of Music Performance Entrance and Continuance Recital is a juried performance that fulfills part of the degree requirements for music performance majors. This event is free and open to the public.
Instrumental: 7 p.m. – Urness Recital Hall
Winds: 7 – 8 p.m.
Strings/Piano: 8:15 – 9:15 p.m.
Organ: 7 p.m. – Skifter, Studio A
Vocal: Immediately following organ – Skifter, Studio A
Times and location are subject to change depending on participant breakdown.

Last day of classes
2026-05-13

Men's Track and Field at UW-La Crosse Final Qualifier
2026-05-13 | La Crosse, Wis. / Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex
Men’s Track and Field at UW-La Crosse Final Qualifier

Women's Track and Field at UW-La Crosse Final Qualifier
2026-05-13 | La Crosse, Wis. / Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex
Women’s Track and Field at UW-La Crosse Final Qualifier

Reading day
2026-05-14

Gimse Photo Contest and Travel Writing Contest Reveal
2026-05-14 10:00 - 11:30 | Art Barn
All current St. Olaf students are invited to attend the Gimse Photo Contest and Travel Writing Contest Reveal, hosted by the Smith Center for Global Engagement.

Post-Board Town Hall
2026-05-14 11:30 - 12:30
St. Olaf faculty and staff are welcome to join the Post-Board Town Hall, an opportunity to review developments discussed at the most recent Board Meeting. The Post-Board Town Hall will be held in Tomson Hall 280 on May 14 from 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

Final Exam Week
2026-05-15 - 2026-05-16, 2026-05-18 - 2026-05-20

Syttende Mai Celebration at the Norway House
2026-05-18 11:00 - 13:00
Join your fellow St. Olaf alumni for a special celebration of Syttende Mai (Norwegian Constitution Day) on Monday, May 18, 2026, at the beautiful Norway House in Minneapolis!
This event offers a delightful and traditional brunch-style buffet featuring an authentic May 17 spread, including salmon, scrambled eggs, cured meats, Norwegian waffles, and a specialty layered cream cake decorated with the Norwegian flag.
During the brunch program, you will also hear a brief update from campus, including remarks from President Susan Rundell Singer and other St. Olaf College leaders.
Your $20 ticket includes the full traditional Norwegian brunch buffet and beverages.
Enhance Your Experience: For an additional $8, you can choose to add a tour of the new Norway House exhibit, beginning immediately after the program.

Date: Monday, May 18, 2026
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Tour to follow)
Location: Norway House, 913 E Franklin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Standard Cost: $20.00 (Buffet + Program)
Cost with Tour: $28.00 (Buffet + Program + Exhibit)
Maximum Guests: 125
Register Here!

Senior grades due
2026-05-21

Commencement Weekend
2026-05-22 - 2026-05-23

Women's Track and Field at NCAA Division III Outdoor Championships
2026-05-22 - 2026-05-23 | La Crosse, Wis. / Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex
Women’s Track and Field at NCAA Division III Outdoor Championships

Men's Track and Field at NCAA Division III Outdoor Championships
2026-05-22 - 2026-05-23 | La Crosse, Wis. / Veterans Memorial Field Sports Complex
Men’s Track and Field at NCAA Division III Outdoor Championships

Commencement Concert
2026-05-22 14:00 - 16:00 | Northfield, Minn. / Skoglund Center Auditorium
The St. Olaf Choir, St. Olaf Orchestra, and St. Olaf Band present a joint concert celebrating commencement. This event is open to the public.
Live stream available at https://www.stolaf.edu/multimedia/streams/upcoming/concerts.

Commencement Weekend: Illumination Social and Ceremony
2026-05-22 18:00 - 22:00 | Buntrock Commons, 1521 St Olaf Ave, Northfield, MN, United States
Illumination Social
Buntrock Commons, 6:00 – 8:30 p.m.
The Illumination Social will be held throughout Buntrock Commons for graduating seniors and their guests. This dinner reception showcases some of St. Olaf’s most requested menu items. Come when you can, leave when you must. There is no charge for graduating seniors. Attire for this event is Casual and St. Olaf branded apparel is welcomed.
Illumination Ceremony
Mellby Lawn, 9:00 p.m.
This annual ceremony honors our graduates as they transition to become a member of the St. Olaf alumni community. The class lanterns are placed on the Campus Green on Friday, and we encourage students to locate their personalized lantern sometime during the day, leaving it in place until after the ceremony. At the end of the evening’s program, students should take their lantern as a remembrance of their time on the Hill. This event is free and open to the public.

Baccalaureate/Commencement
2026-05-23

Baccalaureate Service
2026-05-23 09:00 - 10:00 | Northfield, Minn. / Skoglund Center Auditorium
Graduating seniors and their families and friends are invited to gather to worship and give thanks for the life and the community that was shared by the graduating class. This capstone worship service is led by the Campus pastors and also the St. Olaf Band and the St. Olaf Choir. The decision to hold Commencement on the Campus Green or inside Skoglund is announced at Baccalaureate. This event is free and open to the public.

Commencement Weekend: Baccalaureate
2026-05-23 09:00 - 11:00 | Skoglund Athletic Center
Skoglund Auditorium, 9:00 a.m.
Graduating seniors and their families and friends are invited to gather to worship and give thanks for the life and the community that was shared by the graduating class. This capstone worship service is led by the Campus pastors and also the St. Olaf Band and the St. Olaf Choir. The decision to hold Commencement on the Campus Green or inside Skoglund is announced at Baccalaureate. This event is free and open to the public.

Commencement Weekend: Saturday Brunch
2026-05-23 09:00 - 12:00 | Buntrock Commons in front of Stav Hall
Buntrock Commons, Stav Hall, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Enjoy brunch with family, friends, and students. Tickets may be purchased through the online registration process. There is no charge for graduating seniors or current students with an active meal plan. If your current student (non-senior) is planning to attend this brunch and is not under an active meal plan, please select “Adult” when registering this student for brunch online.

Commencement Weekend: Academic Department Receptions
2026-05-23 10:30 - 11:30 | St. Olaf College
Locations across campus, 10:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Graduating seniors, family members and guests are invited to meet and celebrate with faculty and staff across campus.
Please visit our Commencement Website for a list of Reception locations.
