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Fall bills sent to parents — July 31 Waiver of health insurance premium due — August 31 Fall tuition/fees due — August 31 Move-in day for returning students — Sept. 3 Fall Semester Classes begin — September 4 Homecoming/Family Weekend — October 13 & 14 For more information on other college events, go to the…

On a perfect afternoon Sunday, May 28, 595 students became Gustie alumni at the last commencement ceremony to be held at the current Hollingsworth Field. The focus turns now to welcoming another full class of incoming first-year students, approximately 670 new Gusties, who will be on campus in June to register for fall classes.

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.…

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In June, the Center for Vocational Reflection at Gustavus will host author and educator Sharon Parks for a three-day workshop on mentoring for faculty, administrators, and staff. This is part of a year-long series of programs, guest speakers, workshops, dinners, and conversations around this theme. Parks’ most recent book is entitled Big Questions, Worthy Dreams:…

The last few weeks of school are here. Students have anxiety about final exams and papers. Students who do not have other plans for the summer are busy finding summer employment. The reality of graduation brings mixed emotions for most seniors, sadness over leaving friends or relationships, anxiety about finding a job or starting graduate…

Baccalaureate and Commencement are Sunday, May 27. Each graduate received four tickets for one of the Baccalaureate services (at 9:00 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.) Seniors NEED a ticket. Commencement will be held on Hollingsworth Football Field at 2 p.m.. No tickets are necessary if Commencement is held outdoors, and families are welcome to invite as…

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 block party, Johnny Holm concert, Twins baseball game, Valley Fair, President’s banquet, spa day, golf tournament, boat cruise,…

The senior class will be posing for an all class photo on Saturday, May 26 following the Commencement Rehearsal. An 8×10 copy of this photo may be purchased for as a special keep sake at Senior Photo. Cost for the photo and mailing is $12.

Most students and parents find it to be an interesting transition if your college student is returning to live at home this 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.…