Inside Hamline News

Major Declaration Day is a celebratory event hosted by CASA, that connects newly declared students with faculty to guide their next steps.

Syeda Quratulain Masood, assistant professor of sociology and social justice studies, research explores how ideas about danger shaped life during the U.S. occupation of Afghanistan. She shows how these perceptions influenced systems of governance and economic gain.

Discovery Expo, a hands-on college and career fair for elementary students, will be held Friday, Feb. 27, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. in 240 West Hall, featuring interactive activities and tables hosted by students, staff, and faculty.

Join LGBTQIA+ staff and faculty for a social lunch to connect with colleagues, build community, and find resources. Bring your own lunch or purchase one from Bishop’s Bistro.

Visiting writer Dantiel W. Moniz, author of Milk Blood Heat, shortlisted for multiple PEN awards and the NYPL Young Lions Award, will appear on campus Feb. 25 for a reading and Feb. 26 for a film discussion, with both events free and open to the public.

Angela Pelster-Wiebe, an assistant creative writing professor published her essay, “Letters From Minnesota" in Literary Hub, reflecting on her observation since the start of Operation Metro Surge began in Minneapolis.

Staff volunteers are needed for the 2026 commencement on May 9. Available roles include line-up assistants, ushers, marshals and more. Last day to sign up is March 27.

Lifeng Dong, the Emma K. and Carl R. N. Malmstrom Endowed Chair in Physics, presented at an international conference. His presentation focused improving battery performance for everyday electronics like laptops and phones, as well as electric vehicles.

Jermaine Singleton, English professor, presented his paper on Black speculative thought at the 141st MLA Convention in Toronto as part of the “Can Afrofuturism Mend the World?” panel

The Community Roundtables, hosted by Vice President for Inclusive Excellence David Everett, provide students, faculty, and staff a chance to engage in discussions. The 2026 academic year sessions include political, religious, and racial and gender differences, with the first roundtable on Feb. 19 led by C. Daniel Myers.