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Monday Aug 31, 2026

  • Student Experience

Welcome Week: Hall Council Kick-Off

Learn more about Hall Council, meet fellow residents, and get connected with opportunities in your residence hall.

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  • Student Experience

First Day of School Pop-Start

Celebrate the first day of classes with a quick stop at the Campus Center for the 1st Day of School Pop-Start.

Jackson Campus Center
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Tuesday Sep 1, 2026

  • Student Experience

Welcome Week: Gusties on the Town

Head downtown and explore the local community with fellow Gusties.

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  • Student Experience

Welcome Week: Marketplace Breakfast with President Volin & XLT

Start the day with breakfast in the Marketplace alongside President John Volin and members of the Executive Leadership Team.

Jackson Campus Center
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Wednesday Sep 2, 2026

  • Student Experience

Welcome Week: BINGO

Join us for an evening of bingo, prizes, and fun in the Evelyn Young Dining Room.

Evelyn Young Dining Room
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Thursday Sep 3, 2026

  • Student Experience

Welcome Week: Involvement Fair

Explore student organizations, campus departments, and involvement opportunities available at Gustavus.

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  • Student Experience

Welcome Week: Meet & Greet with Campus Safety & Local First Responders

Meet members of Campus Safety and local first responder teams to learn more about the people who help support campus safety.

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Guided Meditation

Get to know yourself better through guided meditation! Meditation offers a simple yet powerful way to calm your mind, reduce anxiety, and improve focus. Everyone is welcome, whether you’ve practiced for years, tried it in the past, or are a beginner. Join us in the Bonnier Multifaith Center in Anderson Hall. Chairs and cushions are available. All members of the campus community (and beyond!) are invited to experience the transformative power of mindfulness.

Bonnier Multifaith Center
A bowl used for meditation practice.

Friday Sep 4, 2026

  • Student Experience

Welcome Week: Outdoor Movie

Bring your friends and enjoy an outdoor movie on campus.

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