Buntrock Commons is the community center for the St. Olaf campus, serving all members of the college family — students, faculty, staff, alumni, parents, friends, and supporters.
Student Life
Services to help and support students so they can make the most of their St. Olaf experience.
Mission
The Division of Student Life supports the Mission of St. Olaf College by fostering a community that promotes intellectual, ethical, spiritual, physical and social development of students; and is responsive to their evolving needs.
Values
Genuine care for students, inclusivity, teamwork, integrity, quality, innovation, consistency
The Counseling Center was established by St. Olaf College to enhance the personal growth and development of its students. We support students in their academic pursuits and facilitate personal and interpersonal learning and growth. Our programs are preventive as well as remedial. We offer a variety of services and programs, including individual counseling, group counseling, workshops, testing, consultation and referrals. Services are provided without cost to all currently enrolled St. Olaf students, and we follow the ethical and confidentiality guidelines of the Minnesota Board of Psychology.
The Dean of Students Office coordinates and directs services and programs that help students take full advantage of their St. Olaf experience — inside and outside the classroom. The deans serve as consultants to individual students and student groups about student issues and concerns, including personal and academic matters. Questions or concerns about policies, procedures or problems are encouraged. If you need assistance in resolving a college issue or are unsure about where you can go to get assistance, the Dean of Students Office is a good starting place.
Visit us in Tomson 148 or call 507-786-3615.
St. Olaf Student Health Services provides access to a certified nurse practitioner who can diagnose, treat, and write prescriptions for common illnesses and injuries.
Staffed with a director, and nine full-time officers, Public Safety provides 24-hour security services, patrol and response throughout the year.
Public Safety is located in the lower level of Tomson Hall.
24-hour response is available by calling x3666.
St. Olaf Recreation offers a very diverse range of activities for the entire St. Olaf community, which includes all full and part time students as well as all faculty, staff, and spouse members.
The Office of Residence Life is committed to promoting student learning in a safe and secure living environment. We encourage and support, community responsibility; the development of life skills and social confidence, as well as respect for others and healthy, balanced lifestyles. In collaboration with our colleagues across campus, we strive to connect in-class and out-of-class experiences to foster individual growth.
The Office of Student Activities (OSA) offers a variety of social, cultural, intellectual, and governance programs. Whether you’re looking to join a student organization, make change through the Student Government Association (SGA), or learn to program and lead through joining an SGA branch the OSA can help!
In support of the college’s mission, the St. Olaf Wellness Center strives to educate and support a community that encourages healthy and safe behaviors through promotion of personal responsibility, positive social norms, and campus engagement.
Movie Night: Companion
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Guiding Vision
Create opportunities for students to live in an inclusive community
Promote health and safety of community members
Serve as a catalyst for student involvement
Teach personal responsibility, holding students accountable to community standards and each other
Develop leadership skills and abilities in students
Champion Student Success
- Provide institutional strategies and support for fostering a healthy and inclusive campus community
- Prepare students to be successful in and out of the classroom
Construct a Culture of Assessment
- Provide guidance and training regarding assessment goals, timeline, and measurement
- Using assessment data demonstrate student growth and engagement
- Initiate an assessment cycle
Commit to Excellence
- Disseminate clear and effective division communication strategies – both internal and external
- Promote professional staff participation in regular training and ongoing development