Parents & Family

Category: Information

  • Final Reminder to Order Yearbooks

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    mruble

    Orders are now being accepted for copies of the 2012 Gustavian yearbook.  The book will cover the 2011-2012 academic year and graduate portraits of the Class of 2012.  Graduate photos should can be submitted electronically to yearbook@gustavus.edu by April 15. The all-color yearbook is being prepared and published by the Gustavian student staff and will…

  • Graduation Weekend Information

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    snuy

    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 2012!

  • The College Rhythm in March

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    mruble

    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

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    mruble

    March 10: Building Bridges Conference on campus March 14: Off-campus living applications due for 2012 – 2013 March 23: Final Exams for half semester courses March 24: President’s Ball at Landmark Center, St. Paul March 31: Deposit due to be eligible for room draw March 31 – April 9: Easter Recess/Spring Break April:  Room Draw…

  • Question of the Month

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    mruble

    As plans shape up for spring break and summer, what will your child be doing that’s out of the ordinary?  Is your student using the time to “Make Your Life Count?”  Post a comment here and one will be chosen to receive a copy of this month’s featured parenting book, The Happiest Kid on Campus. …

  • Book of the Month

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    mruble

    March’s featured book is The Happiest Kid on Campus: A Parent’s Guide to the Very Best College Experience (for You and Your Child) by Harlan Cohen, the author of the #1 Bestselling going-to-college book The Naked Roommate.  The back cover describes the book as “a witty and wise guide to everything you need to know…

  • Gustie Lingo

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    snuy

    Do you ever find yourself confused by terms or acronyms that your student uses when talking about campus? Will they be attending “P-ball” later this month?  If they asked you to meet them at “3-flags” or “the rock” would you know what they mean? If not, you can find out more about these three staples…

  • The College Rhythm in February

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    mruble

    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…

  • Dates and Deadlines: The Next 60 Days

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    mruble

    February 6: Spring semester classes begin February 17: Late Registration deadline March 10: Building Bridges Conference March 23: Final exams for half semester classes March 24: President’s Ball, St. Paul March 25: Music Showcase, Minneapolis March 31: Easter Recess/Spring Break begins

  • Question of the Month

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    snuy

    Has your student talked to you about their favorite Gustie tradition?  What is it and what do they like most about it?  Click directly on the header of this post to be brought right to the post for commenting.  One winning parent will be chosen at random to receive new “G” pin and package of…