It is with great pleasure that we announce a new partnership between Gustavus and the University of Minnesota Health Careers Center. For the first time, our students will have access to FREE e-learning tools for career exploration on health careers from the University of Minnesota. Our students will be able to access these learning experiences without [...]
Nov. 12: The Three Pillars of Student Wellness A Thrivent Parent Seminar 7-9:00 p.m. (appetizer reception 5:45-6:45 p.m.) Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Corporate Center 625 4th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415 Parking is available in the Thrivent lot off 5th Ave and 6th Street. Join local Thrivent Financial offices for a valuable and relevant seminar for the parents of first [...]
The Gustavus Career Center is looking for professionals in the health care field to host students for January Interim Career Explorations. This January 2010 is a difficult year with H1N1 and shadowing opportunities in hospitals and clinics are limited. If you are in the health care field and would be able and willing to potentially [...]
Greetings Gustie Parents, Heather Dale, Gustavus’ Director of Health Service, sent the following message to students earlier today: We conducted a seasonal flu clinic for students earlier this month, and many of you took advantage of this service. However, due to the demand on manufacturers for other influenza vaccines, Health Service will *not* be [...]
Following are some typical experiences and emotions for students during October: The academic course load is in full gear; roommate problems begin to arise; students question: “Do I fit in here?”; first tests/papers returned; midterm exams; love relationships from home remain strong; seniors are starting the job interview or graduate school process; and positive or [...]
“Mini” Flu Shot Clinic *Seasonal Influenza Vaccine* When: Monday, October 5th, 2009 Time: 9:30am Where: Gustavus Health Service Office Cost: $20 cash/check or bill insurance For SPEEDY check-in bring a copy of your insurance card (front and back) Methods of Payment: Cash Personal Check (payable to Gustavus Adolphus College) Bill to medical insurance (student must bring a copy of the front and back of the [...]
To: The Gustavus Community From: President Jack R. Ohle As we welcome students, faculty, and staff back to campus to kick off a great new academic year, we also kick off a flu season notable for the continued H1N1 global pandemic. While we do not expect H1N1 to disrupt our normal campus operations, we can anticipate more cases [...]
The Alumni Association has made health insurance products available to meet the needs of new grads no longer covered by school or parental policies, usually at a lower cost than other alternatives. Coverage through parental policies may end as early as the day before graduation. Our student health insurance ends on August 26, 2009. Nobody should [...]
The next six weeks for students feels like a race to finals. It is wise to include health issues as part of the regular conversation with your student. College students often do not live a balanced life, with too little sleep and many pressures. Here is some general health information to help you talk with [...]