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 [...]
Most students are on one of the meal plans offered by the Dining Service. Although students at times perceive meal costs to be high, Gustavus has the lowest-cost food prices among Minnesota private colleges and is also ranked as one of the top programs for food quality and selection in the country. The Dining Service [...]
November is the time students select classes for January Term and Spring Semester. Students prepare in advance for their meetings with their advisors by reviewing their degree audits which show them their progress toward their degrees, major and general education requirements yet to be met, and total number of courses completed so far. This review [...]
Parents are great at encouraging their student to make the most out of their future. To that end, the Career Center would like to remind you of all the ways to stay in touch with what is happening on campus regarding career decisions, employers, and workshops. The Career Center website houses [...]
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 [...]
Numerous opportunities are available for students to get involved on campus. If students say they are bored or not feeling connected, they may need to take more initiative to engage in the many events and the more than 100 recognized organizations, more than 30 theatre, arts, and music organizations, and 40 intramural and club sports [...]
One of the first steps toward graduation for students is choosing a major. With 60 majors and 15 pre-professional programs to choose from, it is very common for students to switch majors or add a minor. Approximately 25% of students have more than one major, although this is not necessary. For more information on the [...]
“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 [...]
Staff members in the Office of Residential Life invite parents of first-year students to review “Your First 100 Days.” This calendar represents a compilation of events and activities for a student’s first 100 days at Gustavus. Each item has been selected to provide first-year students with the opportunity to make connections and develop skills that [...]