Parents & Family

Year: 2010

  • 2010 Gustavus Yearbook

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    Orders are now being accepted for the 2010 Gustavian Yearbook.  The all-color book will cover the 2009-2010 academic year with highlights including sports, academics, music, theatre, clubs, Greek organizations, residence halls, faculty and staff, and of course, graduate portraits of the Class of 2010. A mailing with order forms have been mailed to students on…

  • Nobel Conference Tickets Now Available

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    Tickets for the 46th annual Nobel Conference will go on sale today, Thursday, April 1. The 2010 Nobel Conference is titled “Making Food Good” and is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 5, and Wednesday, Oct.  6. Seven distinguished presenters will offer thought-provoking looks into what makes food good—from the scientific and ethical aspects to esthetic, ecological,…

  • Lupe Fiasco in Concert at Gustavus

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    The Campus Activities Board at Gustavus Adolphus College has announced that hip-hop recording artist Lupe Fiasco will perform in concert at 8 p.m. Saturday, April 17, in Lund Arena. Tickets are currently available online at gustavustickets.com and are $18 if purchased in advance and $20 at the door. Fiasco has one Grammy Award (Best Urban/Alternative…

  • Upcoming Events and Important Dates

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    Residence Halls re-open following Spring Break at Noon – April 4 “Grad Finale” (seniors pick-up cap and gowns) – April 7 Registration for Fall Classes – April 12-22 Returning student financial aid information priority deadline – April 15 Lupe Fiasco Concert – April 17 MAYDAY! Conference – April 28 Honors Day – May 1 Last…

  • Information about Commencement

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    Parents of graduating seniors will soon receive a letter containing information on campus housing options as well as meal options and the schedule for commencement weekend.   Visit our commencement website or contact Lorie Siebels at marketing@gustavus.edu or 507-933-7520 for more information.

  • Concern about High-Risk Drinking

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    Earlier today each student received the following message from the Dean of Students: March 10, 2010 To: Gustavus students From: Jeff Stocco, Vice President for Student Affairs and Dean of Students Gustavus is a caring community. I write today with serious concerns regarding the problem of high-risk drinking on campus. Recent and other campus incidents…

  • The Gustavus Student Rhythm in March

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    Housing selection starts.  Students feel the pressure of mid-term exams.  Many students start to think of summer employment and seniors continue to work on plans for post-graduation. Some students are concerned with winter weight gain and are making plans for spring break. In the spring, sophomores begin to declare majors; students should start looking for…

  • Graduation is Around the Corner

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    It is time to think about Commencement.  In March, junior students are each sent a form to complete to apply for graduation.  This tells the College if a student plans to graduate in 2011.  ALL students must apply for graduation with the Office of the Registrar in their junior or senior year.  On April 7,…

  • Academic Assistance Available

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    Mid-term exams typically occur just before and just after Spring Break.  Therefore, now is a good time for students to be seeking assistance with any academic challenges.  Tutors are available for many departments and programs.  Look here for a complete list.  Also, the Writing Center on campus (located in Confer Hall 232) provides help because…

  • 2010-2011 Financial Aid Renewal Process

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    In late February students received information for the 2010-2011 Financial Aid renewal application process.  Detail explanatory information is available from Financial Aid.  Award letters are not mailed to current students.  An email was sent to students at their Gustavus email account instructing them to go to WebAdvisor to view their award letter.  Any subsequent revisions…