The halls are no longer quiet. Students are back, new faces are finding their way, and the rhythm of campus life has returned. From the moment we welcomed international students for their early arrival, we could feel the anticipation of a new year. They immersed themselves in Wisconsin life, many even learning what it means to be a Packers fan, before the rest of our community joined them. Their excitement set the tone for the year and reminded us that St. John’s Northwestern is a place where cultures meet and lasting friendships begin.

Fall is a season of change on campus. The leaves are beginning to turn, and our grounds reflect the shift in season, but the more important change is in our students. They are settling into new routines, building confidence, and seizing opportunities that will prepare them for the future as leaders. Classrooms, fields, and hallways are once again full of activity, and with that comes progress and growth.