Parents & Family

Tag: transition

  • 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…

  • 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…

  • Health Insurance Available Through Gustavus Alumni Association

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    During this time of economic uncertainty, many of our alumni, new graduates, and their family members are in need of health insurance. Short-term and permanent health insurance options are available through the alumni insurance program. The program is typically promoted to new grads just before and after graduation, but in response to the rising unemployment…

  • Gustavus Career Center Announces New Health Profession Resources

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    It is with great pleasure that we announce a new partnership between Gustavus and the University of Minnesota Health Careers Center. For the first time, our students will have access to FREE e-learning tools for career exploration on health careers from the University of Minnesota. Our students will be able to access these learning experiences…

  • November 12: Student Wellness Seminar for Parents

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    Nov. 12: The Three Pillars of Student Wellness A Thrivent Parent Seminar 7-9:00 p.m. (appetizer reception 5:45-6:45 p.m.) Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Corporate Center 625 4th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415 Parking is available in the Thrivent lot off 5th Ave and 6th Street. Join local Thrivent Financial offices for a valuable and relevant seminar…

  • The Student Rhythm at Gustavus in November

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    Staying healthy can be a challenge for college students, especially during November. The first round of colds and flu hitting campus, the emotional stress of mid-term exams/grades, and irregular sleep and eating schedules all converge. Student schedules are full with academic and extra-curricular activities, including many exams and papers that will be due before Thanksgiving.…

  • Health Care Career Explorations

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    The Gustavus Career Center is looking for professionals in the health care field to host students for January Interim Career Explorations.  This January 2010 is a difficult year with H1N1 and shadowing opportunities in hospitals and clinics are limited.  If you are in the health care field and would be able and willing to potentially…

  • Staying Connected through the Gustavus Career Center

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    Parents are great at encouraging their student to make the most out of their future.  To that end, the Career Center would like to remind you of all the ways to stay in touch with what is happening on campus regarding career decisions, employers, and workshops.  The Career Center website houses a large variety of…

  • The Rhythm of October for Gusties

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    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…