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Spring semester grades are available for students online at Gustavus. Gustavus accords its students all rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and related state laws, so the privacy and confidentiality of all student records are preserved. This means that parents will NOT receive a copy of their student’s grades from Gustavus.…

Last day of classes — May 17 Finals — May 19-23 Commencement — May 28 Fall bills sent to parents — July 31 Waiver of health insurance premium due — August 31 Fall tuition/fees due — August 31 Homecoming/Family Weekend — October 7 & 8 For more information on other college events, go to the…

Summer Internship Orientation — May 11

“Trees for Heart, Trees for Mind, Trees for Spirit” was the theme of a weeklong “Arbor Week” celebration in Linnaeus Arboretum held during the last week of April. Activities included walks, bird watching, meditation, poetry readings, and much more. To learn more about Linnaeus Arboretum, go to Linnaeus Arboretum.

Are there outstanding students in your church or neighborhood? Are there sophomores or juniors in high school who are related to you or are friends of your family and who you think could be a good fit at Gustavus? Please send their names to the Office of Admission at Gustavus to help recruit the next…

Beginning fall semester 2006, all Gustavus Health Service office visits with the Nurse Practitioners, laboratory tests, immunizations, and/or medical supplies may be billed to the student’s medical insurance company directly by Gustavus. Any unpaid laboratory, immunization, or medical supply fees will be charged to the student account. These services are provided at a reasonable price…

Most students and parents find it an interesting transition if the college student is returning to live at home for the summer. Students are accustomed to different freedoms while at college and many families have also adjusted to a routine without their college student. Talk with your student about expectations, both yours and theirs. You…

Pulling an “all-nighter” at college never seems to be fun, unless you’re participating in the annual Relay for Life, a signature activity of the American Cancer Society. Started at Gustavus in 2004 by Alpha Phi Omega Service Fraternity, this year’s student-organized walk was April 28. A total of 56 teams totaling 650 faculty/staff/students participated in…

Gustavus sponsors a time of celebration and closure for the senior class in the days between the end of finals and Commencement. Senior Week events are planned by interested members of the senior class. Activities include a fiesta, Johnny Holm concert, Twins baseball game, Valley Fair, President’s banquet, spa day, sports tournament, boat cruise, and…

This summer numerous Gustavus students are working at a summer camp or with another non-profit organization. Through an application and interview process, 31 of these students were selected to participate in the Summer Leadership Program, sponsored by the Center for Vocational Reflection. This reflection program recognizes students who are making the choice to spend their…