Music Community to Inaugurate President Bergman

The music department is putting on a show that shouldn’t be missed by anyone,  currently compiling Alumni, the previous and current faculty of Gustavus, and the current students at Gustavus to contribute. The Inaugural concert set to celebrate the community and the Inauguration of President Rebecca M. Bergman, will take place this Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. in the Björling Recital Hall. Featuring performers dancing, singing, … Continue reading Music Community to Inaugurate President Bergman

GUSTIE of the WEEK: Richard Green

Richard Green was just about to put his deposit for Saint John’s University into the mailbox sitting before him when out of the corner of his eye he noticed the black and gold clad toddler peddling slowly past on his tricycle. In a swift leap of faith, Richard tore up the envelope and headed home to prepare his deposit for Gustavus. Now a junior, he’s … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Richard Green

Get Your Gustie On At Homecoming

The week of homecoming at Gustavus is jam-packed with traditional events that allow students to come together as a college and show their school spirit. In honor of the new president, the inauguration of President Rebecca Bergman will also take place during homecoming this year. Campus will be occupied with current students, prospective students, families, administrators, and alumni, all coming together to welcome President Bergman, … Continue reading Get Your Gustie On At Homecoming

Campus Safety Report (9/28/14)

Monday, September 15 ●A Collegiate Fellow responded to a noise violation in Sohre Hall involving two students. Tuesday, September 16– no incidents reported Wednesday, September 17 ●Campus Safety completed an investigation of suspected hazing that occurred in May, 2014. ●A student reported an unsecured bicycle stolen from the bicycle rack at Arbor View Apartments. ●A student reported an unsecured bicycle stolen from outside Nobel Hall … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (9/28/14)

Students pursue Fulbright programs and post-graduate opportunities

As the new school year begins, seniors are thinking about what comes next in life. One of the options is applying for fellowships such as the Fulbright Scholarship in order to keep learning and building a resume. The Gustavus Fellowships Office was started five years ago in order to help centralize advising for students who want to apply for national fellowships.The Gustavus Website explains in … Continue reading Students pursue Fulbright programs and post-graduate opportunities

Diversity Center to facilitate discussion on racial language

The Diversity Center has invited Dr. Eddie Moore, Jr. to facilitate a workshop on campus titled the ‘Nigga(er) Word Workshop.’ The workshop will focus on the history of the N word and the controversies about how the word is used today. Dr. Moore is the founder and program director of the White Privilege Conference, which attracts more than 1,500 people annually. Director of Multicultural Programs … Continue reading Diversity Center to facilitate discussion on racial language

Students connect with potential employers at Careers Possible event

Employers from all around Minnesota are coming to see Gustavus students. On Tuesday, Sept. 30, the annual Careers Possible event is coming with a great variety of employers eager to talk with all students. Careers Possible is an event for all Gustavus students to meet over twenty different employers around Minnesota. This can be looking into future career options, internships or just practicing networking skills. … Continue reading Students connect with potential employers at Careers Possible event

Converse with the Provost on Sept. 29

Each month students are invited to attend the Provost’s Listening Post, a session held by Provost and Dean of the college, Mark J. Braun, which provides an opportunity for students to  discuss any concerns or questions they have related to academics at Gustavus. Sept. 29 marks this year’s first Provost’s Listening Post. The event is either positioned on the upper level of the Campus Center, … Continue reading Converse with the Provost on Sept. 29

Gustavus Greek organizations welcome new members

Students passing through the basement of the Campus Center on Monday and Tuesday last week likely noticed the Greek bid boxes.      The interest in Greek life on the Gustavus campus has grown in past years. Last year the number of bids was under 200, and this year 218 Gusties decided to give the Greek Life a try. However, as the number of bids … Continue reading Gustavus Greek organizations welcome new members

International Photo Contest showcases images from abroad

For 25 years, Gustavus students who have traveled abroad have had the opportunity to share photographs from their experience as they enter the annual International Photo Contest. According to last year’s Cultural Landscape winner, Allison Kroll, “It’s a great contest but a lot of people don’t know about it.” The International Photo Contest is run by the Center for International and Cultural Education (CICE). Sara … Continue reading International Photo Contest showcases images from abroad