Year: 2008

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, 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’s 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…

March 13 – Estherville IA March 13 – Spencer IA March 13 – Spirit Lake IA March 16 – Vienna VA March 17 – Baltimore MD March 18 – Philadelphia PA March 18 – Sioux Falls SD March 19 – Chicago IL March 19 – Sioux Falls SD March 24 – Minnetonka MN March 25…

Gustavus’ strong athletic tradition is evident with numerous summer sports camps. All camps feature knowledgeable coaching staff, top-notch athletic facilities, and quality dining service and housing accommodations. Spread the word to junior high and high school age children in your community. Complete summer camp information is posted at Summer Camps.

Interview workshop — March 11 Pathways to Bioscience Careers — March 13 On-line job search Workshop — March 18 Idealist Job Fair — March 31 Minnesota Education Job Fair — April 14 For more information on career and internship services, go to Career Center.

President’s Ball (student formal dance in Minneapolis) — March 15 Gustie Breakfast — March 19 featuring Provost Mary Morton Residence Halls close at 6:00 p.m. for Spring Break — March 20 Fall registration deposit of $500 is due — March 31 Spring Break (residence halls closed) — March 20 — March 30 Deadline for returning…

Meet the new Gustavus Provost, Mary Morton, at the March Gustie Breakfast. In addition to the responsibilities of leading the academic area on campus, Provost Morton is leading the current strategic planning process and the current strategic initiatives on environmental impact, leadership, learning/living communities, and service-learning. Join other Minneapolis/St. Paul area Gusties for a once-a-month…

Frans B.M. de Waal, a Dutch psychologist, primatologist, and animal behavior expert, will present two public lectures as part of a residency through the Rydell Professorship at Gustavus Adolphus College funded by Drs. Robert E. and Susan T. Rydell. De Waal will present “On the Possibility of Animal Empathy” at 7 p.m. Thursday, April 3…