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January 20, 2026
With the opening of our new Student Union, I have already noticed something simple but powerful: students lingering a little longer, conversations stretching past the bell, laughter echoing in ways
President Melissa Dan provides the Hill-Murray Community with her perspective on important events, ideas and initiatives that impact students, staff, faculty, families (current and past) and alumni.

January 20, 2026
With the opening of our new Student Union, I have already noticed something simple but powerful: students lingering a little longer, conversations stretching past the bell, laughter echoing in ways
January 6, 2026
Dear Hill-Murray Community, This month, I am particularly thinking of our students, past and present. As a former English and Religion teacher at Nativity of Our Lord in St. Paul,
December 16, 2025
Dear Hill-Murray Community, Growing up, I remember wondering why the Advent wreath candles weren’t red and green, I didn’t understand the true meaning behind the purple and pink. Knowing now
December 2, 2025
Dear Hill-Murray Families, I hope each of you enjoyed a peaceful and joy-filled Thanksgiving. As we return to campus, my heart is full of gratitude for the many blessings that
November 18, 2025
Dear Hill-Murray Community, As we enter this season of gratitude, I find myself reflecting on the many blessings that fill our halls, shape our days, and remind us why Hill-Murray
November 4, 2025
Dear Hill-Murray Community, Every morning when I walk through the halls of Hill-Murray, I’m reminded why this place is so special. The laughter in the Commons, the sound of a
October 21, 2025
Dear Hill-Murray Community, Last night we hosted hundreds of prospective students and families at our Open House. The highlight for me was hearing from Sebastian, a senior, talk about his time
October 7, 2025
Dear Hill-Murray Community, Each fall, we take time to listen closely to our students through our annual student experience survey. Their voices matter deeply, they help us understand what’s working
September 23, 2025
Dear Hill-Murray Community, This week, we celebrate HOMECOMING at Hill-Murray! Homecoming is more than just a week of festivities—it’s a deeply meaningful tradition that reflects the heart and spirit of
September 9, 2025
Dear Hill-Murray Community, I don’t know how to start this week’s message, because the past week or so has been one of the most heartbreaking and difficult periods in my