Parents & Family

Author: mruble

  • Holiday Survival Guide for College Students and Parents

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    Is this your child’s first long break home since arriving at Gustavus?  Have you thought about things like household chores, curfews, use of the car, and family time?  Check out these articles to prepare for the ups and the downs: Holiday Survival Guide for College Students and Parents The Return of the Natives Are you…

  • Festival of Saint Lucia

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    mruble

    Gustavus Adolphus College celebrated its annual Festival of St. Lucia on Thursday, December 8 in Christ Chapel. The service was followed by a traditional Swedish Smorgasbord in Alumni Hall. As part of this seasonal tradition, six sophomore women were chosen to serve on the Lucia court. This year’s court consisted of Elena Gotlick of Rockford, IL;…

  • College Rhythm in November

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    mruble

    Staying healthy can be a challenge for college students, especially during November. The first round of colds and flu hitting campus, the emotional stress of mid-term exams/grades, and irregular sleep and eating schedules all converge. Student schedules are full with academic and extra-curricular activities, including many exams and papers that will be due before Thanksgiving.…

  • Dates & Deadlines: The Next 60 Days

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    mruble

    November 11:  Fall Semester course withdrawal deadline; November 7-17:  Spring Semester class registration; November 23-27:  Thanksgiving Recess (residence halls closed beginning at 9:00 AM on Nov. 23); November 27:  Halls re-open from Thanksgiving Recess at noon; December 2-4: Christmas in Christ Chapel; December 8:  Festival of St. Lucia; December 14: Final Class Day December 16-20: Final…

  • Choosing Classes

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    mruble

    November is the time students select classes for January Term and Spring Semester.  Students prepare in advance for their meetings with their advisors by reviewing their degree audits which show them their progress toward their degrees, major and general education requirements yet to be met, and total number of courses completed so far.  This review also…

  • Midterm Grades

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    mruble

    Midterm grades were posted on WebAdvisor on October 26. These grades are viewable by your student and you should speak with your student about whether or not he or she is willing to share them with you. Midterm grades are a way for your student to have a general understanding of where they are in…

  • Travel Plans for the End of the Semester

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    mruble

    Before you schedule flights or make vacation plans for College breaks, please make sure your student knows details regarding class expectations, final exam schedules, residence hall closing information, transportation, and travel time to the Minneapolis/St. Paul airport. To allow students to travel, Gustavus does not hold classes the Wednesday before Thanksgiving. Residence halls are closed…

  • Christmas in Christ Chapel

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    mruble

    Tickets are still available for Christmas in Christ Chapel, taking place December 2, 3, & 4. Christmas in Christ Chapel 2016: Ubuntu, Jesu: From the Cradle of Humankind to the Ends of the Earth, celebrates unity by connecting the incarnation of Christ with the creation of humankind in Africa. The Saturday evening performance will also be available…

  • College Rhythm in October

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    mruble

    Following are some typical experiences and emotions for students during October:  The academic course load is in full gear; roommate problems begin to arise; students question: “Do I fit in here?”; first tests/papers returned; midterm exams; love relationships from home remain strong; seniors are starting the job interview or graduate school process; and positive or…

  • Dates & Deadlines: The Next 60 Days

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    mruble

    October 7-9: Family Weekend; October 22-25:  Fall Break (residence halls remain open); October 26:  Mid-term grades posted; October 31-November 3:  January Interim Experience (IEX) course registration; November 11:  Fall Semester course withdrawal deadline; November 7-17:  Spring Semester class registration; November 23-27:  Thanksgiving Recess (residence halls closed); November 27:  Halls re-open from Thanksgiving Recess at noon; December…