Year: 2007

Even though selection has happened for some residence hall rooms on campus, the majority of students will take part in room clusters housing selection April 27-29 and/or two-person housing selection May 5-8. The online housing selection process provides a high level of fairness based on a computer generated, randomly assigned housing priority number within the…

The majority of Gustavus students are enrolled in a declining balance meal plan for making food purchases in the Market Place. Money in these accounts may be used through May 27, 2007. Remember, these options were created to accommodate the eating habits of the majority of Gustavus students. If your student has a history of…

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…

Although Gustavus and St. Peter are generally very safe, precautions and good judgment should always be used to protect one’s self and belongings. Many students are outside in April enjoying the spring weather and taking late-night walks, for example. Here are some reminders for your student about staying safe: Safety.

The Alumni Association also offers group rates for auto, home, and renters insurance through Liberty Mutual. For a quote or more information, contact Liberty Mutual at 800/524-9400, also 800/328-0705, ext. 552 in the Greater Twin Cities Area or go to Liberty Mutual.

The Alumni Association offers an insurance program as a benefit for our graduates. New graduates often overlook the problem of no medical insurance after graduation. Gustavus’ student health insurance ends August 31 and coverage through a parent’s policy may end as early as the day before graduation. If you need short-term medical insurance to bridge…

There is much excitement with the arrival of spring at Gustavus. The students are very busy with research projects, athletic competitions, concerts, recitals, lectures, and job searches. The time from spring break to the end of the semester creates a wide range of emotion. The end of the semester brings looming pressures. Seniors realize the…

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Resume/Cover Letter Workshop — March 13 Health Professions Day — March 15 Interviewing Workshop — March 20 Internship Fair — March 22 Minnesota Education Job Fair — April 23

The halls are closed during Spring Break. Students who are not able to leave campus for the break due to distance from home may be housed on campus with permission from the Residential Life Office. Students should contact the Residential Life Office with questions. Halls will be closed 6:00 p.m. Friday, March 30, and reopen…