Spring 2015

Many of the instruments in the collection feature decoration, such as carving or inlay. “Your instrument is part of your identity as a musician.”

Emily Matsuda ’15 studied why injecting an amyloid—a type of organic protein—into mice with multiple sclerosis reduces their symptoms.

Excerpt from The Doctor and Mr. Dylan, by Rick Novak ’76

Alex Trautman ’15 made two amazing plays at an Ultimate tournament last February—and it was all caught on video.

There’s no shortage of extracurricular activities for Carleton students. Here’s a sampling of the 200 clubs and service groups offered during the current academic year.

The Goodhue music rehearsal room, which opened in January 2013, is outfitted with an array of equipment and instruments. Managed by the student activities office, the room is open to all students.

Nicknamed “the Crust Master” by President Obama for his skill at making perfect pies, former White House dessert maker Bill Yosses was on campus in January to talk about cooking and science.

Against all odds, the Carleton Chess Club won Best Small College and Top Team Upset at the Pan-American Intercollegiate Team Chess Championships in South Padre Island, Texas, last December.

Carleton rugby players show off their game faces as they prepare to scrum at a fall practice.

Adam Falkner, founder and executive director of the Dialogue Arts Project, delivered the convocation address on January 30, 2015.