Parents & Family

Category: Information

  • Summer with your Gustie

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    drosenfe

    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. …

  • Commencement at Gustavus

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    drosenfe

    Commencement at Gustavus is Sunday, May 31.  Students will receive 3 tickets for Commencement (for indoor seating only). Graduating students will not need tickets for themselves, so the three tickets are for family and/or friends. If Commencement is held outdoors, no ticket will be required.  Along with the tickets for Commencement, 4 tickets for one…

  • Important Events & Upcoming Dates at Gustavus

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    drosenfe

    Registration for Fall Classes – April 14-23 MAYDAY! Conference – April 29 Honors Day – May 2 Last day of classes – May 20 Finals – May 22-26 Commencement – May 31 Fall Semester Classes begin – September 8 Homecoming/Family Weekend – October 9-11 For a complete listing of events on campus, go to the…

  • Housing Selection for 2009-2010

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    drosenfe

    Even though selection has happened for some residence hall rooms on campus, the majority of students will take part in room clusters housing selection April 24-27 and/or two-person housing selection May 2-5.  The online housing selection process provides a high level of fairness based on a computer generated, randomly assigned housing priority number within the…

  • The Rhythm of April for Gustavus Students

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    drosenfe

    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…

  • Spring Safety Reminders

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    Although Gustavus and St. Peter are generally very safe, precautions and good judgment should always be used to protect one’s self and belongings. Many students are outside in April enjoying the spring weather, taking late-night walks for example.  Here are some reminders for your student about staying safe: http://gustavus.edu/security/tips/crime.php.

  • Keeping Your Gustie Healthy

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    drosenfe

    The next six weeks for students feels like a race to finals.  It is wise to include health issues as part of the regular conversation with your student. College students often do not live a balanced life, with too little sleep and many pressures.  Here is some general health information to help you talk with…