Parents & Family

Category: Event

  • New Student Orientation 2012

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      The Gustavus Orientation program is August 31 – September 3 and is focused on helping new students with the transition to Gustavus and establishing a sense of belonging in this community. Visit the orientation website for more information and a complete schedule of events for both incoming first year students as well as transfer…

  • 60 tickets remain for Parent/Family Dinner & Orientation

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      Parents of first year students are invited to join us on move-in day from 5 – 7 p.m. to enjoy a relaxed meal and entertaining program with other family members who are going through the same things! Meet some key staff who will assist in your family’s transition to college and learn strategies for…

  • Gustavus booth at Minnesota State Fair

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      Gustavus will again have a booth at the Minnesota State Fair in the Education Building. The booth will have friendly faces, information, and those popular Gustie Grams. Wear your Gustavus apparel to the fair to show off your Gustie pride! The fair runs August 23 – September 3.

  • Family Weekend 2012

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      Join us for Family Weekend festivities this year! Parents, family, and friends of the College are invited to “Introduce your Gustavus Family to Our Gustavus Family.” The weekend is packed with events that are great for the whole family from young children to grandparents.  Whether you are a Gustavus alum, friend, or a parent…

  • Commencement 2012

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    545 seniors became Gustavus Adolphus College graduates on Sunday, May 27 at 2 p.m. Graduates received their diplomas from the faculty chair in their respective major, a tradition that began in 1973. Also at the ceremony, Alisa Rosenthal, associate professor of political science, was awarded the Edgar M. Carlson Award for Distinguished Teaching. Chloe Radcliffe…

  • Sesquicentennial Events in July

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      Regional Gustavus events have been scheduled to bring the College’s Sesquicentennial celebration to Gustavus alumni, parents, and friends living throughout the United States! These events will include updates from College officials and a Sesquicentennial presentation by President Jack Ohle. Visit the Sesquicentennial website or call the Office of Alumni Relations to register at 800-487-8437.…

  • A Night of Poetry with Minnesota’s Poet Laureate Joyce Sutphen

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    On April 17, 2012, from 7:30-9:30 pm, Gustavus Adolphus College will host “A Celebration of Minnesota Poetry in Honor of Poet Laureate Joyce Sutphen.”  The renowned poet, Professor of English here at Gustavus, will read from her work, and she’ll be joined by six local Minnesota poets:  Candace Black, Rebecca Fremo, Matt Rasmussen, John Rezmerski,…

  • Nobel Conference Tickets On Sale Now

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    Gustavus will host the 48th annual Nobel Conference on October 2 & 3, 2012. This year’s topic is “Our Global Ocean” and will examine the ocean as as a source of inspiration, danger, and knowledge.  More in depth information on the Nobel Conference is available on our website. Tickets for the conference are available for…

  • Grad Finale

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    Parents of seniors, please encourage your student to attend the Grad Finale on April 12th. This one-stop shop provides an opportunity for them to pick up their cap and gown, order announcements and class ring, check in with Career Development, pick up tickets for Commencement and Baccalaureate, check out the Senior Week schedule, make their…

  • Dates and Deadlines: The Next 60 Days

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    February 6: Spring semester classes begin February 17: Late Registration deadline March 10: Building Bridges Conference March 23: Final exams for half semester classes March 24: President’s Ball, St. Paul March 25: Music Showcase, Minneapolis March 31: Easter Recess/Spring Break begins