Inside Gustavus February 23, 2012 | Volume 44, Number 21

Faculty/Staff Activities

Rick Orpen (Music) co-composed a work commemorating Robert Adney's 35 years at MacPhail Center for the Arts in Minneapolis. The composers for the work are Rick, Libby Larson, Tristan Fuentes, Cary John Franklin, Robert J. Maderich II, David MacBride, David Means, Greg Thiesen, and Randall Davidson. The work will be premiered this Sunday, Feb. 26, at 7 p.m. as part of the MacPhail Spotlight Series in Antonello Hall.

Jill Locke (GWS and Political Science) won the WPSA Best Paper in Black Politics Award for "The Social Question in the Jim Crow South." The Western Political Science Association's Committee on the Status of Blacks gives this award annually for an outstanding paper discussing issues and problems that concern most Black Americans.

Douglas Nimmo (Music) presented a rehearsal clinic to the Brainerd High School Band on Friday, Feb. 10. He also presented a Session at the Minnesota Music Educators Mid-Winter Clinic on Thursday, Feb. 16 titled, "A Thoughtful Warm-Up: The Heartbeat of Ensemble Maturity."

Julie Bartley (Geology) had a paper published this week (with co-authors Linda Kah and David Teal) in the journal Precambrian Research. The article is titled "Chemostratigraphy of the Late Mesoproterozoic Atar Group, Taoudeni Basin, Mauritania: Muted isotopic variability, facies correlation, and global isotopic trends" and suggests that the ocean 1.1 billion years ago possessed chemically distinct water masses that are preserved in the geochemistry of reef-like limestones of that age in Mauritania, West Africa.

Kyle Momsen (Health and Exercise Science) and the Gustavus Athletic Training Education Program were featured in the Athletic Training Practice-Based Research Network (AT-PBRN) newsletter for their work with the Clinical Outcomes Research Education for Athletic Trainers (CORE-AT) project.

Student Achievements

Junior Ally Voss of Wausau, Wis., recently received a Critical Language Scholarship to study the language of Urbu in India this summer. Read more about Voss and the scholarship online.

Senior Molly Geske of Mendota Heights, Minn., has been named to the 2012 Capital One Academic All-America Women's Basketball Second Team. Read more about this accomplishment online.

Funding Opps

The Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations' weekly program or funding opportunity highlight:

  • National Institutes of Health (NIH) Research Funding

    The NIH offers Academic Research Enhancement Award (AREA) grants to stimulate research in educational institutions that provide baccalaureate degrees but that have not been major recipients of NIH support. These grants support small research projects in the biomedical and behavioral sciences. The maximum project award is $300,000 in direct costs, plus indirect costs, and is available for up to three years. Annual deadlines are June 25, October 25 and February 25. More information is available on the NIH website.

For more information on grants or proposal preparation, contact Bob Weisenfeld in the Office of Corporate and Foundation Relations (x7049 or bweis@gustavus.edu).

Social Media

For more information on social media, or to make a suggestion, contact Matt Thomas or Tim Kennedy in Marketing and Communication at mthomas@gustavus.edu or tkennedy@gustavus.edu).

In the Media

Here are some noteworthy Gustavus-related stories that recently appeared in print or broadcast media locally, regionally, or around the nation:

  • The Mankato Free Press printed a story in its Friday, Feb. 17 edition about the Theatre and Dance Department's production of Assassins. Henry MacCarthy (Theatre & Dance) was quoted in the story.
  • The Mankato Free Press printed a story in its Friday, Feb. 17 edition about the Gavin DeGraw concert announcement.
  • Kristofer Kracht appeared on the monthly show The Gustavus Journal on KNUJ radio on Tuesday, Feb. 21 to talk about the College's expansion of summer academic program.
  • The St. Peter Herald printed a story in its Thursday, Feb. 23 edition about the Gustavus forensics team winning the state championship.

Anyone who has suggested additions for this list, suggestions for potential future media stories, or interest in being a media source should contact Matt Thomas (x7510 or mthomas@gustavus.edu).

New Faces

The following people have recently joined the Gustavus community:

* New Administrators

  • Kyle Haiman, Assistant Director, Residential Life
  • David Lachman, Assistant Director of Tennis and Life Camps/Summer Programs Assistant, Tennis and Life Camps

Position Openings

For more information on the aforementioned position(s), call Human Resources (x7304).

Campus Happenings

Exploring Religious Questions Series...The minicourse "Religion and Politics: Sorting Things Out" continues on Monday, Feb. 27 from 7-9 p.m. in Olin 103. Discussion will be led by Darrell Jodock about models of religion and public life. Topics such as the "Christendom" model, the Deist model, the "Civil Religion" model, two versions of the "withdrawal" model and two versions of the "engagement" model will be covered.

Jodock Talk...Darrell Jodock will be presenting the first of a three-part series which will explore one basic characteristic of the Lutheran heritage and its influence on Gustavus. The series is titled "Understanding Gustavus: Exploring Its Lutheran Identity." The first presentation will be on Tuesday, Feb. 28 from 11:30 a.m. - 12:20 p.m. and repeated from 12:30-1:20 p.m. in the President's Dining Room with short discussions following.

Brazilian Carnival...The first annual Brazilian Carnival, sponsored by OLAS, will take place from 6-9:30 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 26 in Alumni Hall. The night will include performances from professional singers and dancers as well as food and speakers. Twin Cities musician Robert Everest and Brazilian native Dandara are among the performers.

Faculty Shop Talk...Ana Adams (MLLC - Spanish and LALACS) will present the next Faculty Shop Talk of the 2011-12 academic year. Her talk titled, “From Seville to Peru, Chile, and Back: an Unknown Travel Account by Fray Pedro de Manzanares from Around 1595- 1602,” will be presented on Friday, March 2, at 4:30 p.m. in the Interpretive Center. Feel free to arrive any time after 4:15 p.m. The abstract for this and future talks may be viewed on the Faculty Shop Talks website.

Author Event...Ed Bok Lee, author of Real Karaoke People and Whorled, will read from his works at 7 p.m. Monday, March 5 in the Melva Lind Interpretive Center.

Africa Night...African Night, a celebration of African culture, music, food, and clothing, will be held from 6-9 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24, in Alumni Hall. The event this year is based on a year-long theme - "Expanding Borders". It will include dances and musical performances from areas of Africa as well as the Caribbean. Food will be prepared with influences from various regions of Pan Afrika, including Ethiopia and the Caribbean Islands. Along with fine arts and cuisine, there will be a fashion show in which students will wear traditional clothing representing the different African influences worldwide.

Leadership Training in Nonviolence...A workshop offering tools to address conflict, injustice, and violence in our lives and world will take place on Friday, Feb. 24 and Saturday, Feb. 25. This interactive workshop led by Lutheran Peace Fellowship director Glen Gersmehl is open to campus and community and is part of a three part series on Lutheran peacebuilding sponsored by Peace Studies, LALACS, and the Sesquicentennial Fund. Gersmehl had led workshops in 40 states for audiences ranging from activist and college groups to the UN and a White House conference. Glen also has extensive experience in policy development and advocacy and has, for example, written testimony or consulted with twenty government agencies and legislative bodies. Most recently he has offered leadership and conflict training for volunteers working on hunger and homelessness issues in the Pacific Northwest.

Chapel Schedule... All are invited to the worship services at 10 a.m. weekdays and 10:30 a.m. Sundays in Christ Chapel. The upcoming schedule is as follows.

  • Friday, Feb. 24 - Doug Huff
  • Sunday, Feb. 26 - Chaplain Rachel Larson
  • Monday, Feb. 27 - Jim Dontje
  • Tuesday, Feb. 28 - Chad Fothergill
  • Wednesday, Feb. 29 - Lenten Morning Prayer
  • Thursday, March 1 - Welsh Hymn Festival
  • Friday, March 2 - Gayle Gaskill, University of St. Catherine

Off-Campus Events of Interest

Day at the Capitol...On Wednesday, March 14, Gustavus students and financial aid supporters will travel to St. Paul to meet with state legislators to show continued support and appreciation for the Minnesota State Grant program. The program helps make higher education affordable for 88,000 Minnesota college and university students. One quarter of Gustavus students receive need-based aid through the program each year. Go online to the Day at the Capitol website to sign up for the day's events.

Luck of the Irish...The 11th annual Luck of the Irish is coming up on Saturday, March 3 in Johnson Hall at the Nicollet County Fairgrounds. A pork roast dinner including all the fixings will be served from 5-7 p.m. for $10. The evening's events begin with bingo from 6:30-8 p.m. There will also be a cash drawing and live auction. Tickets are available at John Ireland Catholic School and at the door. Must be 21+ to attend. Contact Brenda McHugh with questions at 507-931-2810.

Congregational Outreach

Partners in Education...Lisa Heldke spoke on Community Food Security at St. James Lutheran Church in Burnsville on Sunday, Feb. 19.

Retreats...Church Relations in the Center for Servant Leadership will host an overnight retreat in the Retreat Center for a men's group from St. John's Lutheran Church in Northfield Feb. 24-25.

Sport Shorts

  • The Gustavus women's basketball team will host an MIAC Playoff semifinall game at 7:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 23 at Gus Young Court against Concordia College. With a win, the Gusties will play in the MIAC championship game on Saturday, Feb. 25 against either St. Thomas or St. Mary's.
  • The Gustavus men's basketball team will host an MIAC Playoff semifinal game at 7:30 p.m. Friday, Feb. 24 at Gus Young Court against St. John's University. With a win, the Gusties will play in the MIAC championship game on Sunday, Feb. 26 against either St. Thomas or Bethel.
  • The Gustavus men's hockey team will host an MIAC Playoff semifinall game at 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 25 at Don Roberts Ice Rink against St. John's University. With a win, the Gusties will play in the MIAC championship game on Saturday, March 3.

For further information about Gustavus Athletics, go online to gustavus.edu/ahletics or contact Sports Information Director Ethan Armstrong at earmstr2@gustavus.edu.

Telecommunications Updates

Following are changes and additions for the "Personnel Phone Directory 2011-12."

  • Kyle Haiman, Residential Life, phone: x7529, e-mail: khaiman, Addition

For further information or corrections, contact Laura McCabe (x6261 or lmccabe@gustavus.edu).

Plugs

For Sale or Rent...Realife Cooperating of St. Peter offers independent living in a cooperative setting for seniors 55 and older. One and two bedroom apartments are available with new flexible purchase and sub-leasing options. Contact Stacy at 507-934-2902.

"Plugs" is maintained as a forum by which members of the Gustavus community may offer goods and/or services to others in the community, or seek the same from them. It is not meant to accommodate ads or announcements from area businesses such as real estate agents or retailers, although from time to time such announcements may be published when deemed to be of particular interest to the community.

 

Upcoming events
Date Event
Today 34:30 p.m. Gustavus Choir at St Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church (Plymouth, Minn.)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/gustavus-choir-at-st-philip-the-deacon-lutheran-church-plymouth-minnSt Philip the Deacon Lutheran Church, 17205 County Rd 6, Plymouth, MN 55447, USA
6:307:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Communityhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sunday-worship-community-36Christ Chapel
78 p.m. Athletic Training Virtual Open Househttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/athletic-training-virtual-open-house-12Virtual on Google Meet
Tomorrow Pre- Spring Break Sale!https://gustavus.edu/calendar/pre-spring-break-saleThe Book Mark
Unissued Diplomas Exhibithttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/unissued-diplomas-exhibitFolke Bernadotte Library
57 p.m. Spring into Wellnesshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/spring-into-wellnessLower Campus Center
Feb 25 Pre- Spring Break Sale!https://gustavus.edu/calendar/pre-spring-break-saleThe Book Mark
Unissued Diplomas Exhibithttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/unissued-diplomas-exhibitFolke Bernadotte Library
1111:30 a.m. Career and Vocation Champions - Explore, Experience, Transition: Our Model for Supporting Studentshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/career-and-vocation-champions-explore-experience-transition-our-model-for-supporting-studentsThe Center for Career Development, JSU Room 209
11:3011:50 a.m. Guided Meditation - Onlinehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/guided-meditation-onlineOnline
11:3011:50 a.m. Chapel Breakhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-5Christ Chapel
3:305 p.m. Campus Conversation: AI at Gustavus in Class and at Workhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/campus-conversation-ai-at-gustavus-in-class-and-at-workHeritage, Three Crowns, and St. Peter rooms (JCC)
Feb 26 Pre- Spring Break Sale!https://gustavus.edu/calendar/pre-spring-break-saleThe Book Mark
Unissued Diplomas Exhibithttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/unissued-diplomas-exhibitFolke Bernadotte Library
6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Applause for the Cause - Gustavus Performing Arts Giving Dayshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/applause-for-the-cause-gustavus-performing-arts-giving-daysJussi Björling Recital Hall lobby
36 p.m. Gustavus Women in Leadership International Women's Day Eventhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/gustavus-women-in-leadership-international-womens-day-eventAlumni Hall
3:304:30 p.m. New Faculty Orientation Session (Required for TT faculty; others welcome)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/new-faculty-orientation-session-required-for-tt-faculty-others-welcome-5Anderson Hall, Room 304
3:304:30 p.m. New Faculty Orientation session (Required for TT faculty; others welcome)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/new-faculty-orientation-session-required-for-tt-faculty-others-welcome-9Anderson Hall, Room 304
Feb 27 Unissued Diplomas Exhibithttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/unissued-diplomas-exhibitFolke Bernadotte Library
Pre- Spring Break Sale!https://gustavus.edu/calendar/pre-spring-break-saleThe Book Mark
6 a.m. to 6 p.m. Applause for the Cause - Gustavus Performing Arts Giving Dayshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/applause-for-the-cause-gustavus-performing-arts-giving-daysJussi Björling Recital Hall lobby
11:30 a.m. to 11:50 p.m. Chapel Breakhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-6Christ Chapel
11:3011:50 a.m. Guided Meditation - In Personhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/guided-meditation-in-personBonnier Multifaith Center, Anderson Hall
Feb 28 Pre- Spring Break Sale!https://gustavus.edu/calendar/pre-spring-break-saleThe Book Mark
Unissued Diplomas Exhibithttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/unissued-diplomas-exhibitFolke Bernadotte Library
1st half finalshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/1st-half-finals-2Campus
Mar 1 Unissued Diplomas Exhibithttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/unissued-diplomas-exhibitFolke Bernadotte Library
34:30 p.m. Gustavus Choir at Augustana Lutheran Church (Washington D.C.)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/gustavus-choir-at-augustana-lutheran-church-washington-dcAugustana Lutheran Church, 2100 New Hampshire Ave NW, Washington, D.C. 20009
Mar 2 Unissued Diplomas Exhibithttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/unissued-diplomas-exhibitFolke Bernadotte Library
34:30 p.m. Gustavus Choir at Cathedral of the Incarnation (Baltimore, Md.)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/gustavus-choir-at-cathedral-of-the-incarnation-baltimore-mdCathedral of the Incarnation, 4 E University Pkwy, Baltimore, MD 21218
Mar 3 Unissued Diplomas Exhibithttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/unissued-diplomas-exhibitFolke Bernadotte Library
Spring Breakhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/spring-break-11Campus
78:30 p.m. Gustavus Choir at The Church of the Holy Trinity (Philadelphia, Penn.)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/gustavus-choir-at-the-church-of-the-holy-trinity-philadelphia-pennThe Church of the Holy Trinity, 1904 Walnut St, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Mar 4 Spring Breakhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/spring-break-11Campus
Unissued Diplomas Exhibithttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/unissued-diplomas-exhibitFolke Bernadotte Library
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. RESPOND Training: Supporting Student Mental Healthhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/respond-training-supporting-student-mental-healthJCC Heritage Room
58 p.m. Alumni Gathering with President Bergman in North Glendale, AZhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/alumni-gathering-with-president-bergman-in-north-glendale-azHome of Paul Batz '85 and Melinda Moen Batz '86
78:30 p.m. Gustavus Choir at Bethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church (Ridgewood, N.J.)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/gustavus-choir-at-bethlehem-evangelical-lutheran-church-ridgewood-njBethlehem Evangelical Lutheran Church, 155 Linwood Ave, Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Mar 5 Spring Breakhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/spring-break-11Campus
Unissued Diplomas Exhibithttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/unissued-diplomas-exhibitFolke Bernadotte Library

To add or change items on the calendar, please fill out and submit a College Calendar event form. View the entire College Calendar online.

News

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Aney, Nelson Receive DIIICA Regional Student-Athletes of the Year Honors

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Women’s Basketball Earns WBCA Academic Top 25 Team Honor Roll

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