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Author: mruble

  • College Rhythm in April

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    There is much excitement with the arrival of spring at Gustavus.  The students are very busy with research projects, athletic competitions, concerts, recitals, lectures, and job searches.  The time from spring break to the end of the semester creates a wide range of emotion.  The end of the semester brings looming pressures.  Seniors realize the…

  • Dates and Deadlines: The Next 60 Days

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    mruble

    April 18:  Grad Finale for seniors from 7:30 – 5:00; April 18-27: Registration for fall semester 2017; April 21: Course withdrawal deadline; May 3:  MAYDAY! Conference What Would You Do?: Mass Surveillance and the Citizen; May 5: Celebration of Creative Inquiry; May 6:  Honors Day; May 7:  Night of Distinction; May 17:  Last day of…

  • 2017 Grad Finale

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    Parents of seniors, remind your student to attend “Grad Finale” on Tuesday, April 18th in the Heritage Banquet Room between 9 a.m. and 6 p.m.. This one-stop shop provides an opportunity for your student to pick up a cap and gown, order announcements and class ring, check in with Career Development, pick up tickets for…

  • MAYDAY! 2017

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    What Would You Do?: Mass Surveillance and the Citizen is the theme of Gustavus Adolphus College’s 37th annual MAYDAY! to be held May 3  The conference will consider the obligations of citizens to check the overreach of government power in our information age. Speakers with a wide range of perspectives will examine the boundaries of…

  • Honors Weekend 2017

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      Please join the College in supporting our best and brightest during Honors Weekend 2017, held May 5 – 7.  Many events will be happening throughout the weekend.  A sampling of events includes Honors Day Convocation (formal awards presentation), Celebration of Creative inquiry (student research presentations and poster displays), fine and visual arts performances and…

  • Commencement Weekend Information

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    A detailed website has been developed with all of the information necessary to prepare for a successful and memorable commencement weekend at Gustavus.  Click here for information on tickets, times, lodging, parking, special needs assistance, FAQs, and more.

  • A Royal Affair

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    Get Your Crown On for A Royal Affair! Get your crown on for the biennial “A Royal Affair” fundraiser happening Saturday, November 11, 2017 at the J.W. Marriott Hotel – Mall of America. Enjoy food, drinks, music, dancing, and an auction at this Gustie Gala you and your friends don’t want to miss. Advanced ticket…

  • College Rhythm in March

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    mruble

    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…

  • Dates and Deadlines: The Next 60 Days

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    mruble

    March 15: Off-campus living applications due for 2016 – 2017 March 11: President’s Ball at InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront March 24: Final Exams for half semester courses March 31: Deposit due to be eligible for room draw March 25 – April 2: Halls closed for spring break March 28: Midterm Grades April 14-17: Easter Recess (residence…

  • Residence Halls Closed for Spring Break

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    mruble

    The halls are closed during Spring break. Students who are not able to leave campus for the break due to distance from home may be housed on campus with permission from the Residential Life Office. Information about and applications for break housing can be found online. Applications are due to the Residential Life office by…