Category: Information

  • Summer with your Gustie

    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. …

  • College Rhythm in April

    There is much excitement with the arrival of spring at Gustavus.  The students are very busy with research projects, athletic competitions, concerts, recitals, lectures, and job searches.  The time from spring break to the end of the semester creates a wide range of emotion.  The end of the semester brings looming pressures.  Seniors realize the…

  • Dates and Deadlines: The Next 60 Days

    April 22 – May 1: Registration for fall semester 2014 April 25: Course withdrawal deadline April 30:  MAYDAY! Conference May 2: Celebration of Creative Inquiry May 3:  Honors Day May 4:  Night of Distinction May 21:  Last day of spring classes May 22:  Reading Day May 23 – 27:  Final examinations May 27 – 30:  Senior…

  • Honors Day 2014

    Honors Day 2014 will be held on Saturday, May 3.  Honors Day is a celebration of student academic achievement and parents are encouraged to join their student on campus.  The schedule for the day is as follows: 9:30 a.m., Coffee Reception, Johns Courtyard/Courtyard Cafe 10 a.m. -5 p.m., Books in Bloom Exhibition, Folke Bernadotte Memorial…

  • Commencement Weekend Information

    A webpage has been created with all of the information necessary to prepare for a successful and memorable commencement weekend at Gustavus.  Click here for information on tickets, times, lodging, parking, special needs assistance, FAQs, and more.  Congratulations Class of 2014!

  • Scholarship Appreciation

    Encourage your Gustie to Show Appreciation for Scholarships Throughout the years, donors have invested millions of dollars in providing scholarships for Gustavus students because they want to help current Gusties achieve their dreams. Now is the time for students to thank them for their generosity. Those who have been awarded scholarships with living contacts received…

  • College Rhythm in March

    Housing selection starts.  Students feel the pressure of mid-term exams.  Many students start to think of summer employment and seniors continue to work on plans for post-graduation. Some students are concerned with winter weight gain and are making plans for spring break. In the spring, sophomores begin to declare majors; students should start looking for…

  • Dates and Deadlines: The Next 60 Days

    March 10: Off-campus living applications due for 2014 – 2015 March 15: President’s Ball at Verizon Wireless Center, Mankato, MN March 28: Final Exams for half semester courses March 28: Deposit due to be eligible for room draw March 29 – April 6: Spring Break April:  Room Draw process (see Residential Life website for more information) April…

  • January 2015 Study Away Information

    Is your son or daughter looking to study away for a short term, with choices in all parts of the world?  January Interim 2015 may be the perfect time!  Check out out Initial information for January 2015 off-campus courses at:  https://gustavus.studioabroad.com and click on January Interim Programs.  Cost ranges will be available before Spring Break.  Applications…

  • Athletics Survey for Parents – Please Complete!

    The Gustavus Athletics Department invites you to participate in a survey for parents to help collect information regarding your student’s overall experience with Gustavus Athletics and/or our Lund Athletic Facility.  As a parent, your responses to the survey are vital to our future goals and objectives.  You will have several opportunities to comment on different…