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Mid-term exams typically occur before Spring Break. Therefore, now is a good time for students to be seeking assistance with any academic challenges. Tutors are available for many departments and programs. Click on Tutors for a complete list. Also, the Writing Center on campus (located in Confer Hall 232) provides help because Gustavus expects all…

It is time to think about Commencement. In March, junior students are each sent a form to complete to apply for graduation. This tells the College if a student plans to graduate in 2006. ALL students must apply for graduation with the Office of the Registrar in their junior or senior year. On April 6,…

Has your son or daughter ordered their yearbook yet? Copies of the 2005 Gustavian Yearbook can still be ordered by students or parents. Students and parents can order a book at a sales table outside the Evelyn Young Dining Room on Wednesday, March 23, from 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m., order in the Alumni Office in the…

A Majors Fair will be held Thursday, April 7 on campus. Students who are uncertain of their major and unfamiliar with course offerings will be able to speak with representatives from all academic departments on campus, as well as staff from the Advising Center, Career Center, Internship Program, and other campus services. The event is…

Does your student use Gustavus terms or abbreviations that you do not understand? Do you ever wonder which office handles a certain service? Here are definitions of many common Gustavus terms and a quick guide to describing the offices and services frequently used by parents and students Lingo.

Many Gustie parents have recently received telephone calls from current Gustavus students. If you haven’t yet received a call, look forward to learning more about Gustavus from the perspective of a student, other than your son or daughter! The GusLink student calling program reaches out to Gustie alumni, parents, and friends, providing updated news and…

February is the beginning of spring semester. Many students are optimistic about a new start and enjoy reuniting with friends who were away for January Term or fall. Later in the month, students may feel sad or depressed due to the winter weather or as the academic work starts to accumulate. In the spring, sophomores…

It is now time to work on renewing your son’s or daughter’s financial aid for 2005-06. For assistance, go to Renewal. Parents are welcome to call the Office of Student Financial Assistance on the new toll-free phone number 866/933-6189 during regular office hours (8-4:45 Monday-Friday). The office will also be staffed expanded hours for phone…

There are numerous opportunities for students to get involved. If students say they are bored, they may need to take more initiative to engage in the variety of events and organizations on campus. An organization fair will be held on campus on Feb. 17 for students to learn about different campus organizations. This is a…

More than 50 percent of students study abroad. The deadline for applying to study abroad for fall semester is March 1. For information to help students decide if this is the right choice for them, to determine financial and academic impacts, and to select and register for a site, go to Study Abroad.