Family Weekend

Family Weekend 2020 is virtual this year!

On October 10-11, we invite all Gusties and their family members, wherever they are, to join us to celebrate. We wish you could visit, but we know you'll enjoy this year's virtual content!

All Weekend

Book Mark Deals

Shop, and get 25% all "family" items. Browse online Mom, Dad, and Family apparel and coffee tumblers, and pet accessories. 

Virtual Tour

The Admission Office does outstanding work showcasing our beautiful campus and showing you a bit more of what makes Gustavus special. 

Virtual Info Sessions:

Click on any of the below sessions all weekend to learn fascinating Gustavus history, Career Development Resources, and all about the recent Nobel 2020 Conference! 

Career Development: First Term Seminar

Nobel Conference 2020: Cancer in the Age of Biotechnology 

*This is a Saturday afternoon live session. See details below.

History of Gustavus

Walking Sculpture Tour

Social Media Contest

We'd love to see how your family is participating in Virtual Family Weekend, so share your photos and videos on Instagram, and tag and follow @Gustavuscao! 

One lucky Gustie will win a $50 Amazon gift card!

Saturday, October 10

Nobel Conference 2020: Cancer in the Age of Biotechnology 

Two sessions at 1pm and 2pm

This sessions is live and interactive with Lisa Heldke, Director of Nobel Conference and Professor in Philosophy.

Virtual Bingo - 6 p.m.

Bingo is an all-time Gustie favorite, especially during Family Weekend! Join us for some virtual community and fun with this classic game.

Virtual Trivia - 8 p.m.

Gusties can’t get enough Trivia! Join your Gustie to showcase your expertise on music, pop culture, history, and TV shows!

Click on the Zoom links (forthcoming) for both events to access two hours of both Bingo and Trivia, and win some amazing prizes:

• A $25 gift card to the Book Mark
• Old Main Art Work
• Gustie Blankets
• Holiday Ornaments
• Gustie Mugs and Drinkware
• A variety of these fun accessories
• Amazon Gift Cards