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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:…

Do you have a special interest that could become an auction item in the biennial fundraiser for the Gustavus library? Could you host a small group or a family for a fun, interesting outing? A Royal Affair’s auction is a wonderful place for you to volunteer your special interests or connections as a unique event…

Gustavus has captured the 2006-07 Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Women’s All-Sports Award. For the Gustie women, it is their fifth All-Sports Award in the last seven seasons. The traveling All-Sports Trophy is awarded annually to the institution that accumulates the best all-sports record during the MIAC academic year. For the second consecutive season, Gustavus third…

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…

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.…

The Gustavus Adolphus College Forensics Team participated in the 30th American Forensics Association National Individual Events Tournament (AFA-NIET) in April, earning a top 20 national ranking for the first time in school history. Fourteen of the top 20 schools are Division I institutions. The team has had a full schedule of tournaments this year, although…

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 whom 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…