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Election season approaches
Students promote voting in the upcoming midterm elections.
St. Ben’s Director of Security Darren Swanson retires after 21 years of service
Darren Swanson has been working for CSB Security for over two decades and is retiring to spend more time with his wife. Swanson was a part of the Title XI response team for St. Ben's. He will be replaced by Mandy Dudding after he officially retires later this year.
2026 Clemens Lecture titled “The Federal Reserve Under Pressure” brought to St. Bens
Lecturer Christina Romer presented on the challenges facing the federal economy using her background in economics and government experience.
Boz remains an influence
Students and staff remember professor Warren “Boz” Bostrom.
Former SJU student pleads not guilty
Former St. John's student John Kocher pleaded not guilty to two counts of criminal sexual conduct on Oct. 20 during an omnibus hearing held over Zoom. A three-day jury trial has been set for Jan. 11-13, 2027. Kocher faces up to 15 years in prison if convicted.
2026 Clemens Lecture titled “The Federal Reserve Under Pressure” brought to St. Bens
An informational luncheon introducing the Clemens Lecture and lecturer took place before the event.
MPR hosts annual scholar competition
Minnesota Public Radio is looking for students to compete in their upcoming competition that sent a team of Bennies and Johnnies to the Capitol last year.
Lecture draws a crowd
David Brooks was the guest lecturer for the McCarthy Center's 20th annual lecture on Oct. 6.
Prominent alumni visit
The McCarthy Center invited many alumni panelists to present on their careers and current successes.
Residential Life brings cinema to campus
St. Ben's and St. John's Residential Life partnered with Swank Motion Pictures to launch a new program called Residence Life Cinema, which allows students to access more than 500 movies and tv shows for free.