St. Olaf College Northfield MNOne of two liberal arts colleges located in Northfield, MN, St. Olaf College is a small liberal arts college with a rich history of high academic standards, community involvement, and integration of ethics and principles into all aspects of campus life.Named for an 11th century Norwegian king who was the patron saint of Norway, St. Olaf College was founded as a secondary academy in 1874 by a group of pastors, farmers, and businessmen associated with the Lutheran Church, with which the school maintains a strong association to this day. The intent was to provide young people with a strong, fundamental liberal arts education in order to prepare them for careers in business, education, and the clergy. The academy evolved into a college and graduated its first class in 1890. Known for its strong programs in Scandinavian culture, its commitment to being an institution of faith, and its involvement with music and the arts, the small (3,000 students) college continually ranks in the top 20 in many categories in national rankings of colleges. It has strong ties to the Northfield community (it frequently leads the nation in ?town-gown? relations) and is a leader in creating environmentally sustainable practices as part of that commitment. Student life is rich and varied, and the beautiful campus is a model of diversity and tolerance. Students looking for a small school that grounds its programs in a values based curriculum and philosophy should strongly consider St. Olaf College. |
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