How to Attend

Campus Attractions

Book Mark (Campus Book Store)

Nobel Conference speakers’ titles and conference T-shirts will be available, as well as other books, gifts, cards, clothing, and supplies.

Hours:

Tuesday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
Wednesday: 8 a.m.–5 p.m.

Location: Lower level of the Jackson Campus Center

Arboretum at Gustavus Adolphus College

Main entrance is located on the south end of the Gustavus campus. Feel free to explore the natural ponds, prairies, and forests connected by walking paths.

Campus Sculptures

A self-led tour of Paul T. Granlund sculptures on campus starts inside the north entrance to Christ Chapel, where informational brochures are available. The brochure leads visitors through the works of Granlund by explaining the history and importance of the more than 30 bronze sculptures installed on the Gustavus campus.

Attendee Guide

Nobel Conference 2024 Attendee Guide

Event Location

New in 2024 - Nobel Conference lectures and panel discussions take place in Christ Chapel.
The location of conference activities is indicated on the schedule.
View the campus map.

Ticketing

New in 2024 - Nobel Conference is free and open to the public!
Due to the generosity of past and current donors, Gustavus is now able to offer this amazing conference at no cost to attendees.

If you plan to attend, we request you complete this registration form to help the college prepare.

High School Student Delegations

CALL 507-933-7520 or email nobelconference@gustavus.edu to register your group.
Please indicate the date and session(s) your group plans to attend, Tuesday, Wednesday or both days.

College Delegations

CALL 507-933-7520 or email nobelconference@gustavus.edu to register your group.
Please indicate the date and session(s) your group plans to attend, Tuesday, Wednesday or both days.

Seating

All seating in Christ Chapel is general admission.
No reserve seating is available.
The majority of seating is on the main floor.
Doors to Christ Chapel open at 8:30 a.m. each day.
Heroic Productions technical support including large screens viewable from anywhere in the room projecting the speaker and any visuals.

Livestream

All lectures and panel discussions will be livestreamed and archived on the Nobel Conference website.

Meal Options

The college dining room in the Jackson Campus Center is open for guests to purchase food a la carte.
Bring your own lunch and eat in the in the Jackson Campus Center Banquet Rooms.
The Courtyard Café, located on the lower level of the Jackson Campus Center, will be open during the conference. Similar to a small coffee shop, the Courtyard Café serves coffee, pastries, sandwiches, and snacks.
A concession trailer will be located in the Johns Family Courtyard supplying soft drinks, coffee, and snacks.
Pre-ordered lunches are not available.
A list of area restaurants can be found on the Gustavus website at gustavus.edu/about/restaurants.php. Please be aware that most local restaurants are not within walking distance from campus.

Lodging Options

A list of area hotels can be found on the Gustavus website at gustavus.edu/about/lodging.php.
Please make reservations as soon as possible.

Accessibility Information

Christ Chapel and other campus locations are wheelchair accessible.
A limited supply of hearing assistance units will be available during the conference on a first-come, first-served basis. They can be checked out at the registration table in the lobby of Christ Chapel.
Open-captioning services will be offered for the conference. Open-captioning is a text display of words spoken during the lecture for people with hearing disabilities, who may also use assistive listening devices, hearing aids, cochlear implants, sign language, and lip reading. Please contact the Office of Marketing and Communication at 507-933-7520 or marketing@gustavus.edu if you have additional questions or needs.
Learn more about accessibility resources at Gustavus. For a specific accessibility request for an event, please complete this form.

Parking

Parking signs will direct you to parking areas.
Many guests will attend the Nobel Conference, so please allow ample time for driving, traffic, parking, and walking to Christ Chapel.
View the campus map for parking locations.
Accessibility Parking
- Limited accessible parking for people with special needs will be available near Christ Chapel. Vehicles will be allowed to drive close to Christ Chapel for drop-off or pick-up.
Valet parking is no longer offered.
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
- Several parking spaces with charging stations for electric vehicles (EVs) are available on a first come, first serve basis for all employees, students, and visitors in accordance with the following Use Policy and Guidelines. There is currently no fee for the vehicle charge. The College cannot guarantee that the EV charging parking spaces will be open. There are EV chargers available in St. Peter at the St. Peter Food Coop and River Rock Coffee, as well as Tesla Superchargers at Hy-Vee.

Certificate of Attendance (CEUs)

Gustavus offers a general certificate of attendance that may be submitted for CEU credits. If an attendee needs further information to submit to their professional organization, please email nobelconference@gustavus.edu.
2024_Certificate_of_Attendance

Other Information

For emergency assistance, please contact Campus Safety at 507-933-8888.
All Nobel Conference questions may be answered via email at nobelconference@gustavus.edu or via phone at 507-933-7520.
One restroom is located on the main floor of Christ Chapel. Additional restrooms are located down stairs on the lower level of Christ Chapel in other buildings on campus.