Walk on the Wild Side

Located in the center of campus, the Quad is the perfect place to have a picnic lunch, chat with friends, study, or lay a blanket on the grass to relax. During warmer months, professors will often hold classes in the Quad to take in the beautiful campus setting and breathe in the fresh air. 

Located in Mendel Hall on the first floor as you walk in the building in the main entrance. 

Located to the west of Whitby is the English Garden. Filled with a variety of flora and a gazebo, the garden is great place to study or relax in the fresh air. 

Located to the west of Whitby, the St. Francis stands within the beautiful English Garden. 

Dew Drop Pond is an integral part of St. Kate's. The area around the pond feels like a mini nature center with ducks and wildlife wandering about. It’s open to the public, so it’s not uncommon to also see neighbors from the community playing fetch with their dog. Come hang out or catch some sun when the Minnesota weather permits!

Located in the vestibule in the original entrance of the Jeanne d'Arc Auditorium, Whitby Hall. 

Full of beehives and condos (made by St. Kate's Art Students), the Pollinator Path is an entirely collaborative endeavor with clubs and departments to combine sustainability efforts. 

Located at the top of the horseshoe parking area across from Derham Hall.  

Fontbonne comes with a fun surprise on the roof of the building — a bee colony that includes two bee hives! Implemented in 2016, this green initiative is managed by St. Kate’s students and faculty in the Biology department, as well as supporting groups such as St. Kate’s BioClub and Beez Kneez. 

The namesake of the University, this painting can be found in the Derham Parlor. 

Our small 3-circuit garden labyrinth is located near the gardens, behind The O'Shaughnessy on the CSJ Campus. Shrouded by trees, native plants and pollinators, it’s enchanting (and the perfect size for younger users). Open to the public during daylight hours. Designed by Marilyn Larson. 

Located outside of the Our Lady of Victory Chapel. This statue was taken out for cleaning during the Chapel's restoration. To learn more about the history of the Chapel visit: stkate.edu/ChapelTour

Come join us in the Garden from late May – October, Tuesdays, 5 – 7 p.m.  Gather and tend to the Garden and harvest the Garden when ready. Community gardeners take home extra produce and the rest is donated to the Food Access Hub.  Contact info@csjstpaul.org with any questions, concerns, or suggestions. 

This mosaic is located at one of the entrances of the Coeur de Catherine next to the Dining Hall. 

Located on the second floor of the Center for Spirituality and Social Justice (behind the Chapel). A place for quite meditation, prayer and studying. 

This statue is located at top of the hill overlooking the South CdC Patio and Dining Hall. 

Located on the second floor of the Coeur de Catherine by the Dew Drop Lounge. This Prayer Room is used primarily by our Muslim students on campus for their daily prayers. 

This statue of St. Joseph stands overlooking the outdoor gathering space behind the Crandall and Stanton dorm buildings. 

Located at the top of the Opus Bridge right outside of the CSSJ spaces.

Located in the lower level of the Coeur de Catherine.