Parents & Family

Category: Information

  • The Gustavus Rhythm in January

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    Many students are away from campus for student-teaching, studying abroad, or internships. This may create a sense of loss for students remaining on campus. There is satisfaction and/or disappointment with first-semester grades. Students may feel loneliness for relationships at home or relief to be back at school.  Because students take one class during January, some…

  • Housing Selection Questions

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    Housing selection for next academic year begins in February, with housing selection for double occupancy rooms, the most prevalent of the options, happening in April and May. The placement of students is dependent on priority number. The priority numbers are randomly distributed within each class of students.  (For example, current junior students would have higher…

  • Alcohol Education

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    Students take only one focused class while they are on campus during January, and many organizations do not meet during this month as a number of their members are away from campus. This combination may lead to more free time, and some students will choose to consume alcohol at a greater rate. As a College, we continue…

  • Gustie Videos

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    Some fun Gustavus videos… Gustavus Men’s Basketball Buzzer Beater, Dec. 5, 2009 St. Lucia Procession out of Chapel, Dec. 10, 2009 Gustavus Christmas Greetings, Dec. 2009. Also, if you haven’t already done so, check out the new brand position video.

  • Important Dates and Events

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    Important Dates/Events Spring tuition/fees due – January 31 Interim Experience Classes end – January 29 Touring Week (no classes) – January 30-February 7 (Residence Halls remain open) Spring Semester Classes begin – February 8 Online housing contracts due to Residential Life for all returning students – February 15 Late Registration Deadline for classes – February…

  • The Gustavus Rhythm in December

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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 stress over preparations for finals and final papers, excitement and anxiety regarding going home…

  • Money Talks

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    College students are faced with many issues relating to 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…

  • Living Off Campus

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    Each year a limited number of students are granted permission to live off-campus, with the remaining 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 granted based on the student’s housing priority number.  Students should NOT sign a lease until they…

  • Residence Halls Closed During Break

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    The halls are closed during Christmas break. Students who are not able to leave campus for the break due to distance may be housed in the on-campus hostel with permission from the Residential Life Office.  Students needing to stay should notify the Residential Life Office by December 15 at 4:00 p.m. Halls close for semester…

  • Gustavus Apparel for Holiday Gifts

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    Still making your wish list or shopping for a Gustie in your family? Check out the Gustie gear online through the Gustavus Book Mark.