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In December the campus is focused on celebrating the holiday season and finishing the semester. The first week of December brings together more than 300 musicians and 6,000 guests for Christmas in Christ Chapel performances. During this time there is also anxiety over preparations for finals and final papers, excitement and anxiety regarding going home…

College students are faced with many issues surrounding money, and many students have yet to master the skills to understand or manage these financial questions. Issues include financial aid and student loans, credit spending, or buying too many late-night pizzas. It is helpful for students if there is an understanding of the financial boundaries and…

Most students are on one of the Dining Service meal plans. Although students at times perceive meal costs to be high, Gustavus has the lowest food cost among Minnesota private colleges. The Dining Service provides a guideline for each plan to determine if the student is on pace with their use of the meal plan…

Job and Internship Fair Information Sessions — Nov. 1-5 January Term Career Exploration Pre-registration Deadline — Nov. 8 Registration for MN Private College Job and Internship Fair begins — Nov. 29

In response to last spring’s parent survey, Gustavus Adolphus College has established a new toll-free telephone number for parents. The number, 1-866-933-6189, may be used to contact administrative and academic departmental offices on campus Monday through Friday, except holidays, between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:45 p.m. Callers wishing to speak to someone in…

Staying healthy can be a challenge for college students, especially during November. The first rounds of colds and flu, the emotional stress of mid-term exams/grades, and irregular sleep and eating schedules all converge. Student schedules are full with academic and extra-curricular activities, including many exams and papers that are due before Thanksgiving. Juniors and seniors…

The campus provides many resources to help students with their physical and emotional health. Flu shots are now available at the Health Service for students with high-risk medical conditions. Nov. 4 is the annual “Chill Out” on campus-a day filled with wellness activities, including yoga, massage, meditation, and information from many local health care/wellness providers.…

November is the time students select classes for January Term and Spring Semester. The professor of the First Term Seminar advises students until they declare a major and choose an adviser from that department. The interactions vary depending on the relationship between student and adviser, but advisers are required to review class selections before a…

Each year 400 students are granted permission to live off campus, with the remaining 2,050 students residing in college-owned residence halls, apartments, or houses. Students MUST receive permission from the Residential Life Office to live off campus, which is based on the student’s housing priority number. Students should NOT sign a lease until they have…

This year 428 students are registered to study abroad (135 for a semester, 15 for the entire year, 270 for January Term, and 8 for the summer). To have a snapshot of study abroad experiences, check out the amazing photos submitted by Gustavus students for the annual International Education Photo Contest. In addition, read the…