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Mary Jensen has been promoted to chief operating officer at Hamline University. In her new role, Dr. Jensen is President Mayme Hostetter’s primary operational partner, overseeing undergraduate admission, graduate admission and advising, financial aid, marketing and communications, human resources and information technology services. Jensen assumed her new position on July 1.

Hamline University has released its Spring 2026 dean’s list. This recognition highlights the continued dedication and commitment of our students to academic excellence.

Hamline University has elected five new members to its Board of Trustees: Milpha Blamo MNM ’18, Mike Max ’87, Richele Hansey Messick ’03, Joe Sathe ’13 and Warren Watson.

Hamline students took part in a May term in the Galápagos Islands, where they supported research on giant tortoises, studied microplastics and explored sustainability through hands-on learning at the Charles Darwin Research Station.

Hamline University recognized 530 undergraduate and graduate students at Commencement ceremonies on May 9 at Saint Paul RiverCentre. Read about our graduates most memorable experience at Hamline, the lessons they learned, and what’s next.

Hamline University’s 2026 Commencement on May 9 honored 530 graduates, including many earning Latin honors, first-generation students, and students of color.

Hamline University honored first-generation seniors on April 28 with a pinning ceremony, recognizing students who are the first in their families to earn a four-year degree.

Hamline names Hutton Arena court after alum and longtime supporter Win Folkers '57.

The annual Spring Showcase of Student Research and Creative Inquiry in the Classroom featured 83 student poster presentations in Klas Center. Students showcased a semester of undergraduate research and creative inquiry across a range of disciplines.

Faculty, staff and administrators gathered in Anderson Center on April 30 for the annual end-of-year celebration recognizing achievements, milestones and retirements.