Inside Gustavus December 10, 2015 | Volume 48, Number 14

Faculty/Staff Activities & Student Achievements

Blake Couey (Religion) presented an invited paper titled "The Image of Assyria in Isaiah from the Perspective of Trauma Studies" on Nov. 21, 2015, at the Annual Meeting of the Society of Biblical Literature in Atlanta, GA.

Florence Amamoto (English) presented a paper "Performing Asian American: David Henry Hwang and Rick Shiomi" at the 50th annual Western Literature Association conference, in Reno, NV in Oct. 2015.

Olivia Peterson '17 received the 2015 National Assoication for Campus Activities Heart of America Region Scholarship for Student Leaders.

Jill Locke (Political Science and GWSS) presented her research, "What's Wrong With Revolting Children? A Question for Hannah Arendt (and Us)," at PoliTalk, the Macalester College Political Science Department lunch seminar, on Dec. 3, 2015.

Glenn Kranking published an article: "Leaving the ESSR: Sweden's Attempts at Repatriating the Estonian-Swedes from Soviet Controlled Estonia, 1940-1941" in the Journal of Baltic Studies, Volume 46, Issue 4 (2015), pp. 459-470.

Marcia J. Bunge (Religion) was one of eight religious scholars invited to serve as national advisors for a ground-breaking exhibit at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis on world religions entitled “Sacred Journeys.” The exhibit was created in collaboration with the National Geographic Society and funded by a $1 million grant from the Lilly Endowment.

Position Openings

-Assistant Professor of Economics and Management (Finance and Business Economics)
-Assistant Professor of Economics and Management (Macroeconomics and Statistics)
-Assistant Professor of Health and Exercise Science (Health and Sport Psychology)
-Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics (Computer Science)
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Visiting Assistant Professor of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Statistics (Mathematics)
-Director of the Diversity Center
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Assistant Director, Programs and Engagement
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Assistant to the Gustavus Annual Fund
-Administrative Assistant The Gustavus Annual Fund 
-Campus Safety Officer (Part-Time on Call)
-Dining Service Accounts Clerk

 

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

News & Announcements 

VP Search Committee...Consultants from the search firm of Association of Governing Boards have been engaged by the College to help with the search for the next Vice President for Finance and Treasurer.  The consultants, Dr. Loren Anderson and Dr. Rick Torgerson, will be on campus Monday, Dec. 14 visiting with a number of individuals and groups.  They look forward to talking with you regarding your perspectives on the development of a search profile for this important position.  
Time has been set aside for all employees to have an opportunity to meet with the consultants

Administrators and Support Staff — Monday, Dec. 14, 2:30 p.m., Heritage Room

Faculty — Monday, Dec. 14, 3:30 p.m., Heritage Room

Library Hours for Finals and Christmas Break
Wed., Dec. 16 – Fri., Dec. 18: 8:00 am – 1:00 am;
Sat., Dec. 19: 8:00 am – 10:00 pm;
Sun., Dec. 20: 11:00 am – 1:00 am;
Mon., Dec. 21: 8:00 am – 1:00 am;
Tues., Dec. 22 & Wed., Dec. 23: 8:00 am – 4:45 pm;
Thurs., Dec. 24 - Sun., Jan. 3: Closed.

The Season of Giving...The Staff Personnel Committee has begun gearing up for our traditional Staff Holiday Party on Tuesday, Dec. 22. This gathering is always an exciting time as we try to incorporate the spirit of giving. One of the ways we do this is by providing door prize drawings. Although we have a small budget for purchasing items to give away, we traditionally rely on departments around campus to donate any items as they feel appropriate. Donations may range from a gift card for a campus service to complimentary gifts received from outside vendors to handmade/homemade items that reflect your skill/talent that could be passed on to fellow co-workers as a wonderful gift.

In the next few weeks, please watch for items that may come into your office/department and/or items you might already have that you would be willing to donate as a gift. To make a contribution, please contact or send items to Jeannie Peterson (jpeter13@gustavus.edu) in the library, Jean Noren (jnoren2@gustavus.edu) in the president’s office, or Anna Mae Barklow (abarklow@gustavus.edu) in custodial service. Your generosity and thoughtful consideration during this Season of Giving is greatly appreciated.

Campus Happenings 

Angel Tree Giving Opportunity...The Angel Tree is a project designed to give children little something extra in their stocking or under the tree. The children that will receive these gifts will not have many presents at Christmas.  Please take a tag from the tree located in the Johnson Student Union. On the back of the tag you will find the gender and age of the child as well as a short “wish list”. Not all items need to be purchased, please do as your budget allows, but $25 and under is appropriate.

We ask that after you have purchased your gift for this special child, you return the wrapped gift with the Angel Tag to the CBSL Office in the Johnson Student Union (Room 222) no later than Wednesday, Dec. 16th. If for some reason you are unable to purchase a gift, please return the Angel Tag to the tree as soon as possible.

Thank you for helping make this Christmas a little brighter for one child.

Donate to the St. Peter Food Shelf during Holiday Parties...Please bring non-perishable food items and/or monetary donations for the St. Peter Food Shelf to one of the employee Holiday Parties. The College will again this year offer to match cash donations up to $500. In addition, Professor Kathy Lund Dean and Dan Dean have offered a generous new challenge. They will also match cash donations up to $500. These two matching gifts mean we have the potential to raise $1500 or more for the St. Peter Food Shelf this year!   

Faculty and Administration Holiday Party - Monday, Dec. 21, 2015, 4-6 p.m., Alumni Hall

Support Staff Holiday Luncheon - Tuesday, Dec. 22, 2015, 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Alumni Hall

If you are unable to attend your holiday celebration, please feel free to drop off food items or monetary donations to either Jenny Tollefson (Confer/Vickner Halls) or Nancy Petrich (Physical Plant).

If you haven't already done so, please RSVP to Jean Noren (faculty/administrator) or Lisa Octigan (support staff).

Health and Wellness Class...The Gustavus community (students, faculty, and staff) has an opportunity to get their new year off to a great start.  The Am I Hungry program teaches mindful eating skills and empowers participants to relearn to use their natural ability to eat just the right amount of food.  Participants are not given rigid rules to follow; instead it is a journey of self-discovery as to why we choose to eat what we eat.  Class discussion involves eating what our bodies need and want, exercising for our mind and bodies, and mindful eating skills.

Classes will meet Monday and Wednesday from 2:30 – 3:30 pm, beginning Jan. 4 and running through Wednesday, Jan. 27.  Classes will be located in the 49er room in the Campus Center. The cost of the program is discounted to $25.00 (a retail value of $45.00 for materials) which covers the cost of the book “Eat What You Love, Love What You Eat, How to Break Your Eat-Repent-Repeat Cycle” and the workbook required for class. 

If you are interested in participating please contact George Elliott at gelliott@gustavus.edu by Dec. 15th. 

Home Athletic Events

Support the Golden Gusties at one or more of these home athletic events this weekend.

  • Women's hockey hosts UW-River Falls at 7 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11

Fine Arts Events

Hillstrom Museum of Art 
Karl Schrag: Memories and Premonitions

In The News

The Janesville Argus highlighted professor Peg O'Connor and Gustavus for reaching out to visit Janesville-Waldorf-Pemberton High School after the Nobel Conference.

Chaplain Siri Erickson was interviewed about Christmas in Christ Chapel on New Ulm's KNUJ Radio on Friday, Dec. 4.

Professor Jeff Owen was quoted in a Mankato Free Press piece on economic growth in the region. 

KEYC covered the College's annual Christmas in Christ Chapel worship services on Saturday, Dec. 5. 

Senior Jack Anderson was interviewed about Doc E's Life Changing Salsa by Jason Derusha on WCCO Radio. 

The Sigma Sigma Sigma sorority was mentioned in the St. Peter Herald's piece about celebrating the holidays in St. Peter. Student Amanda Downs was quoted in the Dec. 8 piece.

Chaplain Brian Konkol wrote about hopes for peace in the Advent season in the Huffington Post.  

Off Campus Events

New Year's Eve Fundraiser for the Ladies Auxiliary of the William R. Witty American Legion Post 37.  Kick off your New Year's Eve celebration with Bingo and a Baked Potato Bar. We'll be playing some new games in celebration of the evening. New games will include a champagne glass, bow tie, top hat, diamond and more. Bingo starts at 6 p.m. The Baked Potato Bar will be served from 5 to 7 p.m. Toppings will include: Bacon, Green Onions, Broccoli, Shredded Cheese, Cheese Sauce, Chili, Sour Cream and Chicken.  We'll have a number of new, fun prizes and surprises that night so make sure you join us AND invite your friends.  American Legion in St Peter Minnesota 229 W Nassau Street. Must be 18 to play. 

 

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.

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