The Exploring Religious Questions Series topic this year is Meditation, Mindfulness, and Contemplative Practices: Perspectives from Christianity, Buddhism, and Medical Sciences. The first session will be given on Oct. 13 at 7:00p.m. In this series, pastor at Bethel Lutheran Church in Wilmur, Reverend Dr. Mari Thorkelson, will be presenting on “Cultivating Christian Mindfulness and Meditation Practices: Diverse Practices in the History of Christianity and Today.” … Continue reading Opportunities to Explore Religious Questions

An undergrad can benefit a lot from making positive connections with those working professionally. Important insight and connections to possible internships and job opportunities are both things to be gained from such relations. Gustavus’ Alumni Mentoring Program offers an opportunity to do just that. The function of the Alumni Mentoring Program is to pair juniors and seniors at Gustavus with Gustavus alumni in one-on-one based … Continue reading Alumni Mentoring Program Offers Real World Experience

It’s Family Weekend! That means it’s time to vacuum the dorm room, do the laundry, wash the dishes, and hide all your candy bars. Do not be alarmed if you see people who are twice you age in your classes who aren’t your professor. While there are events happening all weekend around campus, Saturday is the main day. There will be workshops in the morning … Continue reading Family weekend offers fun for all Gusties