Several of our colleges offer students a monthlong
opportunity during January for an international experience or other
concentrated study. We share examples of three 2012 journeys — to Europe, Cuba
and South Africa.
Graduates of four-year colleges in Minnesota are
increasingly leaving school with loan debt. This debt is not yet
leading to higher default rates, but student borrowing merits close attention. Here's
some background on this complex issue.
Top higher education topics at the Legislature this session will likely be bonding requests from the public systems — and the visions of their new leaders.
Many of our member colleges present holiday concerts and services that are open to the public. Make plans today to attend one; find out about events and tickets.
Minneapolis and St. Paul can claim a high percentage of bachelor's degree-holders and a large number of higher education institutions per capita. That's good for Minnesota's economic health.
Our new report on graduation rates shows that Minnesota Private College Council member institutions have a combined four‐year graduation rate of 64%, compared to 40% at the University of Minnesota and 21% at MnSCU institutions.
Scholarship recipients joined Minnesota Private College Fund board members on Oct. 26 in thanking donors. Here are some of the students' stories, including a new video, and some of what Alex Cirillo had to say at the event.
In a tough economy, it pays to have a degree. The unemployment rate for Minnesotans with a bachelor's degree is half the rate for those with just a high school diploma.
The Minnesota private colleges that offer four-year degrees in nursing are producing graduates who are skilled and well-rounded — benefiting patients and easing the impending nursing shortage.
Representatives from Minnesota's Private Colleges are visiting community colleges to share information about transferring to one of our
institutions. They may be stopping at a community college near you; view the schedule.
PRIDE Black Student Alliance and the Hedgeman Center invite the public to participate in a series of events and discussions to mark the Hamline's 43nd annual Black History Month celebration.
“Some Girl(s),” by Neil LaBute, is the next production for the 2011-2012 theatrical season. The play begins at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, in the St. Scholastica Theatre, directly behind Tower Hall on campus. Directing are Amanda Imberg, Shane May and Emily Murphy.
The College of St. Scholastica Concert Choir, the women’s ensemble Bella Voce, and the Women’s Choir will present their fall concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, in the Mitchell Auditorium. The concert is open to the public; tickets are $5.
The College of St. Scholastica Concert Choir, the women’s ensemble Bella Voce, and the Women’s Choir will present their fall concert at 3 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 20, in the Mitchell Auditorium. The concert is open to the public; tickets are $5.
Katie McMahon will continue a holiday tradition at The College of St. Scholastica when she performs her Celtic Christmas concert at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, in the Mitchell Auditorium. The concert is part of the 2011-2012 Mitchell Performing Arts Series.
The 22nd annual free Twin Ports Thanksgiving Buffet, guided by The College of St. Scholastica and the Twin Ports community, will be served from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 24, at the Duluth Entertainment and Convention Center (DECC).
The College of St. Scholastica Music Department will celebrate the Christmas season with a Christmas Concert at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 13, in the Mitchell Auditorium. Admission is $5 and the public is invited.
A panel of criminal justice professionals will discuss “Mental Health in the Justice System” at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Dec. 14, in Somers Main Lounge. The event is free and open to the public.
The Rev. William Graham, Ph.D., director of the Braegelman Program in Catholic Studies and a Catholic priest, will discuss “The Courts, the Church and Same-Sex Marriage” at 3:40 p.m. Friday, Dec. 2, in room 4119 of Tower Hall on campus. Admission is free and open to the public.
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