St. Cloud State University received national attention when it hosted the Midwest Summit on American Indian Mascots in March of 2001. In this podcast, you can learn about the groundbreaking event that featured testimony from students, Native American leaders and those calling for an end of the use of derrogatory American Indian images and logos.
Buck O’Neil, beloved member of the Negro Baseball Leagues, visited St. Cloud State University on October 15, 1997. He gave hugs, signed autographs, and shared his endearing personal story.
Winona LaDuke is a respected activist, writer, former vice presidential candidate, and environmentalist. LaDuke enthralled her audience with her remarkable ability to convey complex issues in a way we all can all wrap our minds around.
Nobel Peace Laureate and founder of the Green Belt Movement Wangari Maathai captivated her audience during a cold January night at St. Cloud State University. Her tireless work for sustainable development, democracy and peace inspires all who hear it.
Ray Bradbury shared his passion for writing, including how a carnival character named Mr. Electrico inspired him as a 12-year old boy to write short stories.
Noted attorney Sarah Weddington spoke at St. Cloud State University on the 30th anniversary of the Roe v. Wade decision, the case she successfully argued. She answers questions she is most frequently asked about the ruling that changed our nation's history.
Ralph Nader spoke at St. Cloud State University shortly after the Supreme Court ruled in George W. Bush's favor in the 2000 presidential election. His speech was delivered in January 2001, the month Bush took office.
Seven St. Cloud State University students mounted a hunger strike against the school in the spring of 1995. This podcast is a retrospective piece on what led students to starve themselves and what they hoped to achieve.