Month: October 2006

In addition to staying connected with their friends by cell phone, instant messaging, and e-mail, Gustavus students have embraced a new connecting tool, “Thefacebook.” Thefacebook is an online directory for social networking at colleges and universities which launched in 2004. Students log in and can connect to any other student who is part of the…

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…

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 fine arts organizations, and 40 intramural and…

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; Reading Break; love relationships from home remain strong; seniors are starting the job interview or graduate school process; and…