Parents & Family

Tag: parenting

  • 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.  Visit our Health Information webpage for parents to help you talk…

  • The Gustavus Student Rhythm in March

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    drosenfe

    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…

  • Academic Assistance Available

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    drosenfe

    Mid-term exams typically occur just before and just after Spring Break.  Therefore, now is a good time for students to be seeking assistance with any academic challenges.  Tutors are available for many departments and programs.  Look here for a complete list.  Also, the Writing Center on campus (located in Confer Hall 232) provides help because…

  • 2010-2011 Financial Aid Renewal Process

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    drosenfe

    In late February students received information for the 2010-2011 Financial Aid renewal application process.  Detail explanatory information is available from Financial Aid.  Award letters are not mailed to current students.  An email was sent to students at their Gustavus email account instructing them to go to WebAdvisor to view their award letter.  Any subsequent revisions…

  • Explaining the Lingo

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    drosenfe

    Does your student use Gustavus terms or abbreviations that you do not understand?  Do you ever wonder which office handles a certain service?  Definitions of many common Gustavus terms and a quick guide to describing the offices and services frequently used by parents and students may be found online.

  • Alcohol Education

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    drosenfe

    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…

  • Money Talks

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    drosenfe

    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…

  • The Rhythm of October for Gusties

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    drosenfe

    Following are some typical experiences and emotions for students during October:  The academic course load is in full gear; roommate problems begin to arise; students question: “Do I fit in here?”; first tests/papers returned; midterm exams; love relationships from home remain strong; seniors are starting the job interview or graduate school process; and positive or…

  • 2009 New Student Orientation at Gustavus

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    drosenfe

    The Gustavus Orientation program is September 4-7 and is focused on helping new students with the transition to Gustavus and establishing a sense of belonging in this community. Visit the orientation website for more information.

  • Gustavus Residential Life Calendar

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    drosenfe

    For a calendar of residence hall break opening and closing times, housing selection and general campus events refer to page 2 of the Residential Life Handbook and Contract.  Please note these dates and time for travel plans for this academic year.