Parents & Family

Year: 2011

  • Staying Safe

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    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: http://gustavus.edu/security/tips/crime.php.

  • Keeping Your Gustie Healthy

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    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.  Visit our Health Information webpage for parents to help you talk…

  • Housing Selection for 2011-2012

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    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 19-21 and/or two-person housing selection May 3-6.  The online housing selection process provides a high level of fairness based on a computer generated, randomly assigned housing priority number within the…

  • Commencement at Gustavus

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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.

  • Nominate Amazing Gusties

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    In 2011-2012, Gustavus will celebrate its 150th academic year.  The Board of Trustees has established an award in honor of this Sesquicentennial anniversary to recognize individuals who have made a significant difference in the life of the college. The award, called “The Sesquicentennial Award,” will acknowledge and pay tribute to living alumni, parents, friends, and…

  • Give to Gustavus Day

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    Love Gustavus?? Then you should give back to Gustavus, of course! Give to Gustavus Day is a one-day online giving campaign that was created to rally alumni, parents and friends of the College around giving to the Gustavus Annual Fund on one specific day. April 21 is the date that has been chosen for this…

  • Center for Student Leadership Opens

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    The Student Union at Gustavus has gone through a little make-over! To keep with the priorities of Commission 150, the Office of Church Relations, the Center for Vocational Reflection, the Community Service Center, and the Career Center are now one big happy family under the name of the Center for Student Leadership. The new office…

  • Books in Bloom

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    “Books in Bloom,” a new initiative hosted by GLA to benefit and celebrate Folke Bernadotte Library, will be held on Honors Weekend, May 6–8, 2011. Based on the Minneapolis Institute of Arts’s “Art in Bloom,” the event features floral arrangements depicting more than 20 different books, films, and periodicals that will be placed throughout the…

  • Save the Date – Gustavus Summer Picnics

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    Gustavus will be hosting several summer picnics for alumni, students, incoming or prospective students, parents and friends. Come out to connect with other Gusties in the area and get an update about College and plans for the 150th Anniversary Celebration. Gusties of all ages are welcome to attend, so bring the whole family. Don’t forget…

  • Upcoming Events & Important Dates

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    Registration for room clusters – April 19-21 Easter Recess (Residence Halls remain open) – April 22-25 Registration for double rooms – May 3-5 Honors Day – May 7 Last day of classes – May 18 Reading Day – May 19 Finals – May 20-24 Commencement – May 29 New Student Orientation – September 2-5 Fall…