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Life at °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½±

Learn why you'll love °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½±

At °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½±, you’re not just a student—you’re part of a close-knit, diverse community. As a member of that community, we’re here to support your personal and academic needs by providing you with access to tutors, counselors, resources for diverse identities, and more.

With more than 70 clubs and organizations, 22 Division III athletic teams, signature leadership events, and student activities, our campus encourages connection and provides a safe, welcoming environment that celebrates all our students.

 

 

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At °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½±, there’s a place for you

43%

of undergrads are the first in their families to attend a 4-year university

47%

of undergraduates identify as Black, Indigenous, or a person of color

28%

of undergraduate students participate on one or more athletic teams

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Travis Matthews, legal studies major at °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½±

Being able to build a community is so important, and °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½± is such a warm, welcoming community. That warmth and friendliness make things so much easier.

Travis Matthews '24, legal studies; Of Grand Rapids, MN

Follow your passions

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°ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½± undergraduate students at Anderson Center

LEADERSHIP

70+

Student organizations. Join a club or start your own and connect with students who share your interests.

 

ATHLETICS

22+

NCAA DIII varsity teams and coaches who care about your success as a student and as an athlete.

 

Arts

10+

Theatre, dance, choir, jazz and wind ensembles, and literary journals are just some of the creative offerings at °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½±.

 

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 Alex Bailey ‘26, English and theatre arts

Broadly speaking, it’s very overwhelming to go to college, but °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½± has a community that is literally built to support you. No matter who you are, what your story is, or how you identify, °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½± will be there for you. You will find your people.

Alex Bailey ‘26, English and theatre arts; of Roseville, MN

°ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½± traditions to enrich your experience

Our close-knit community celebrates you and your college journey with enriching and fun traditions outside of the classroom, such as:

  • Piper Boogie
  • Paint Bucket Rivalry
  • Late-Night Study Breakfast

Explore °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½± Traditions

 

 

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Meet our students  

For a deep dive into the lives of °ÄÃÅÌØÂí½ñÍí¿ª½± students, watch our Piper Profile videos.

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