Inside Gustavus September 1, 2016 | Volume 49, Number 1

Faculty/Staff Activities and Student Achievements

Roger Adkins (CICE) was awarded an Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA) Presidential Fellowship for the 2016-17 academic year. The fellowship matches senior international officers (SIOs) who have less three years in that role with mentors who are more advanced SIOs. Roger's mentor will be Elizabeth (Betsy) Brewer of Beloit College in Wisconsin. Roger will work with Dr. Brewer throughout the year in developing his capacities as an SIO and will spend one week this fall shadowing her work at Beloit. Only four fellows were selected for 2016-17 out of a competitive pool of 100+ nominees.

Roger Adkins (CICE) was invited to present a TED-style talk at the IFSA-Butler Education Abroad conference in July. The conference theme was "What Is 'Success' in Education Abroad?" His talk focused on the question: "What if the best outcome in education abroad is for students to return more confused, less able to explain any particular culture or tradition, including their own?" He focused on the need for helping students develop a critical understanding of the complexities, ambiguities, and dynamic nature of cultures and subcultures.

Laura Triplett (Geology) and Julie Bartley (Geology) wrote an article about the Gustavus Climate Change Across the Curriculum Integrate project that was published in the July 2016 issue of In the Trenches, the quarterly magazine of the National Association of Geoscience Teachers.

New Faces

Brandon Anderson, Communication Studies, Visiting Instructor

Alexandra Bryant, Music, Visiting Assistant Professor

Leah Creger, Art and Art History, Visiting Lab Instructor

Darsa Donelan, Physics, Adjunct Lab Instructor

Elizabeth Drake, Health and Exercise Science, Visiting Assistant Professor

Kathryn Droske, Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures, Visiting Instructor

Andrew Folstad, Nursing, Visiting Instructor

Jeffrey Ford, Mathematics and Computer Science, Visiting Instructor

James Gilbert, Environmental Studies, Visting Instructor

Emily Gunawan, Mathematics and Computer Science, Visiting Instructor

Catherine Harms, Economics and Management, Visiting Instructor

Andrew Haveles, Geology, Visiting Assistant Professor

Lucille Holmgreen, Psychological Science, Assistant Professor

Masayoshi Ishikawa, Music, Visiting Assistant Professor

Rose Jost, Nursing, Visiting Instructor

Justin Kader, Center for International and Cultural Education, Study Away Program Coordinator

Justin Kass, Art and Art History, Visiting Assistant Professor

Lucas Kleinschrodt, Athletic Office, Assistant Football Coach

David Kozisek, Music, Adjunct Instructor

Michael Merrill, Athletic Office, Assistant Baseball Coach

Teresa Mirabile-Dettmer, Advancement, Administrative Assistant

Laura Mueller, Philosophy, Visiting Assistant Professor

James Parejko, Chemistry, Visiting Assistant Professor

Adam Rappel, Music, Adjunct Assistant Professor

Andrea Rients, Education, Visiting Instructor

Hayley Russell, Health and Exercise Science, Assistant Professor

Mary Saczawa, Psychological Science, Visiting Instructor

Kelsey Schalkle, Economics and Management, Visiting Instructor

Brittany Stewart, Athletic Office, Head Softball Coach

James Stone, Economics and Management, Visiting Associate Professor

Cynthia Turley, Health and Exercise Science, Visiting Instructor

Shu-Ling Wang, Economics and Management, Assistant Professor

Melissa Williams, Music, Adjunct Instructor

Position Openings

-Assistant Professor of Economics and Management (Finance and Business Economics) 
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Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics and Management (Accounting)
-Assistant Professor of Mathematics
-Computer Science, and Statistics (Computer Science OR Discrete Mathematics)
-Visiting Assistant Professor of Scandinavian Studies

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

President Cabinet Summary   

1.  Members confirmed the agenda for the Opening Reception (welcome, introductions, State of the College Address, Gustavus Acts Strategic Plan, 2016-2017 institutional goals, and Anderson Hall and Nobel Hall updates).

2.  Discussion was held regarding a communication to the community regarding organizational structure additions and changes in the Finance Office and the Office of the Provost. The memo from the President and accompanying materials will be sent to all employees later today.

3.  Cabinet members completed a final draft of the 2016-2017 institutional goals.  They were presented to the campus community at the opening reception on August 31.

4.  Members approved the hiring of a full-time Director of Community-Based Service Learning (11 months).  Members also approved a part-time intern position (20 hours/week) in the Community-Based Service Learning office until the office is fully staffed.

6.  Members approved the hiring of a full-time Title IX Coordinator, who will report to the Director of Human Resources.

News and Announcements   

Welcome to the Gustavus Class of 2020...First-year students and their families will be on campus on Fri., Sept. 2 for the beginning of orientation weekend. Gustavus faculty, staff, and students are encouraged to use the hashtag #gusties20 on Move-In Day for any social media posts.

Parking Reminders: Please park according to permit color. Citations for non-registered vehicles in red and green permit lots begins at 7 a.m. on Tues., Sept. 6. Vehicles parked without displaying a valid parking permit or in the wrong colored lot will be cited. Visitor parking is always closed to students and employees and is always enforced. Register in person in the Campus Safety office before parking your vehicle. Campus Safety is reachable 24 hours a day at 507-933-8888 if you have any parking questions.

Please note that on Sat., Sept. 3 the Lund lot is closed for the annual Square Dance. Any vehicles in the Lund lot when setup begins for the dance will be towed at owner's expense. Please park in alternate lots on Saturday.

Lund Lot Closure...The Lund Parking Lot will be closed for roof and air conditioning repairs starting Tues., Sept. 6 through Fri., Sept. 9. Please contact Facilities 

Reminder to all users of Gustavus Motor Pool Vehicles: 
Certification is required for all Gustavus Motor Pool Vehicle drivers:
-Drivers of cars and 7-person minivans will need to be Defensive Driver online certified before keys will be issued. This certification level is valid for four years.
-Drivers of 8- or 10-person large vans will need to have the online certification as well as behind the wheel instruction through the Campus Safety office. This certification level is valid for two years.

Please take care of your certification needs and plan ahead for fall semester to complete this in a timely manner. To initiate certification, please fill out the web form at the following link: https://gustavus.edu/safety/policies/vehicle.php

To check the expiration date of a prior certification or to renew an expired certification, contact Lisa Octigan (eoctigan@gustavus.edu).

Title IX Training...In campus mail you recently received an updated copy of the brochure entitled “2016-2017 Faculty and Staff Guide to Helping Students Who Have Experienced Sexual Misconduct or Harassment.” Included was a letter with information about the new mandatory training procedure.  

Please be reminded that all College employees must participate in this required training every academic year. This year, the required Title IX annual training and post-training assessment must be completed before Friday, October 3, 2016.

If you need another copy of the “2015-2016 Faculty and Staff Guide to Helping Students who Have Experienced Sexual Misconduct or Harassment” or have any questions, please contact Title IX Coordinator, Julie Kline, at 507-933-6075  or TitleIXCoordinator@gustavus.edu.

State Fair...Remember to wear your Gustie gear to the great Minnesota get together this year. Make sure you stop and visit the Gustavus booth in the Education Building as well.

Take Your Professor to Lunch...The Student Senate's program Take Your Professor to Lunch (TYPTL) is a great opportunity for students to have a one-on-one with their professors. This program allows the student and the professor to connect in a more personal level than the classroom would allow for. If you have any questions please feel free to email Cristhian Martinez

Campus Activities/Reservations...Please be mindful that the Campus Activities Office and Information Desk will be busy welcoming and orienting more than 600 students to campus from Friday through Monday and to wait with requests for room and table reservations, poster and flier approval, equipment rentals, office keys for students, and the like. Regular office services are, as much as possible, suspended on move-in day. Thank you for your understanding and for the wonderful commitment and support of so many offices over the holiday weekend. Orientation is truly a College-wide effort and new students and families often comment on their positive experience on day one. Thank you! Here is a link to the schedule of events for the weekend.

Run for Kicks 5k...Check your calendars and sign up for the second annual Gustavus Women's Soccer Run for Kicks 5k through the arboretum on Sun., Sept. 18. Runners and walkers are welcome to participate in the 5k. The arboretum course includes paved and limestone trails. 

Included in registration, each participant will receive a custom designed shirt and post race goodies. The race will be individually timed and results will be posted at www.runningventures.comThe race start time is 10 a.m. Race headquarters, check in, and packet pick-up will be located at the arboretum entrance. Registration fee is $25 for adults, $15 for students. You can register online or students can register from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. outside the Market Place. Students must show school ID at packet pick-up. All proceeds will go to support the Gustavus Women's Soccer Team.

Swimming Lessons Available...Let the Gusties teach your children how to swim. Each teacher will work with an average of three children to guarantee your child plenty of expert personal attention. More personal attention means that your child will improve their swimming skills very quickly. Our instructors (Gustavus Adolphus College swimmers) have the teaching experience, skills, maturity, and passion to make this an enjoyable experience for children of all abilities and ages. Register on-line or contact Luke Weyandt for questions at 57-933-7693.

St. Peter Weekly Newsletter...As we continue to find ways to strengthen our partnership with the City of St. Peter we would like to share this link to their weekly newsletter.  Be sure to read it for the latest information about the greater St. Peter community. 

Campus Happenings   

The Opening Convocation: The Opening of the 155th Academic Year at Gustavus Adolphus College will be from 10-10:20 a.m., on September 6, in Christ Chapel. The faculty will process in academic regalia, President Rebecca Bergman is preaching, and Chaplain Konkol and Chaplain Erickson are leading. All are welcome.  

Reading in Common Lecture: The New Student Orientation Reading In Common selection is Between the World and MeA reading in common event is scheduled at 7 p.m. on  Tues., Sept. 13, in Christ Chapel. Jamelle Bouie is the guest speaker. He is a Chief Political Correspondent, Slate Magazine & CBS News Political Analyst.  Jamelle will offer thought-provoking insight and raise questions about current national issues.

Four Weeks and Counting...The 52nd annual Nobel Conference is less than four weeks away. Be sure to visit gustavus.edu/nobel for information and answers to most of your questions. Faculty, staff, and students are reminded to secure their one complimentary ticket by going online to gustavustickets.com. Students without a ticket will be asked to view the conference from Lund Forum in the overflow viewing area.   

Weekend Home Athletic Events

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

  • Women's soccer hosts UW-La Crosse at 12 p.m. Saturday 
  • Men's soccer hosts St. Scholastica at 3 p.m. Saturday
  • Men's soccer hosts Knox at 3 p.m. Sunday
  • Volleyball hosts Martin Luther at 7 p.m. Wednesday  

In The News

The St. Peter Herald and various media outlets covered the passing of former athletic director Jim "Moose" Malmquist. 

The St. Peter Herald published a comprehensive piece on the changes to sexual misconduct policy at Gustavus that took place over the summer based on recommendations from the Presidential Task Force. KEYC and the Mankato Free Press also ran sexual misconduct updates.

The St. Peter Herald announced a conversation on water quality in the Seven Mile Creek watershed, which will be moderated by Dave Newell and focus on the research that Laura Triplett and her team of students began this summer.

Off Campus Events of Interest

Ben Franklin to Visit Saint Peter...Union Presbyterian Church will host “An Afternoon with Benjamin Franklin” on Sun., Sept. 11, at 2 p.m. Dr. Franklin, as portrayed by historian Christopher Lowell, will be speaking on faith, diplomacy, and his remarkable life on the eve of our own national elections and the anniversary (September 17) of the signing of the Constitution. The event is free and open to the public. Seating is limited.


 

Upcoming events
Date Event
Today Spring & Easter Breakhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/spring-easter-breakCampus
Used Equipment Drive for National Athletic Training Monthhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/used-equipment-drive-for-national-athletic-training-monthAthletic Training Room Lund 120
Women's Tennis vs Averetthttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/womens-tennis-vs-averettVirginia Beach, Va.
Men's Tennis faces Pomona-Pitzerhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/mens-tennis-faces-pomonapitzerClaremont, Calif.
Men's Tennis faces St. Katherinehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/mens-tennis-faces-st-katherineOceanside, Calif.
Tomorrow Spring & Easter Breakhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/spring-easter-breakCampus
Used Equipment Drive for National Athletic Training Monthhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/used-equipment-drive-for-national-athletic-training-monthAthletic Training Room Lund 120
1 p.m. Baseball at Augsburg (DH)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/baseball-at-augsburg-dh-4Minneapolis, Minn.
Mar 31 Spring & Easter Breakhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/spring-easter-breakCampus
Used Equipment Drive for National Athletic Training Monthhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/used-equipment-drive-for-national-athletic-training-monthAthletic Training Room Lund 120
Apr 1 Second Half Courses Starthttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/second-half-courses-start-2Campus
Used Equipment Drive for National Athletic Training Monthhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/used-equipment-drive-for-national-athletic-training-monthAthletic Training Room Lund 120
10 a.m. to 10:20 p.m. Chapel Break: Praying the Rosaryhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-praying-the-rosary-10Bonnier Multifaith Center
1010:20 a.m. Chapel Break: Holy Communionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-holy-communion-6Christ Chapel
14 p.m. Rob and Judy Gardner Celebration of Lifehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/rob-and-judy-gardner-celebration-of-lifeChrist Chapel
Apr 2 Used Equipment Drive for National Athletic Training Monthhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/used-equipment-drive-for-national-athletic-training-monthAthletic Training Room Lund 120
1010:20 a.m. Chapel Break: chapel and chillhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-chapel-and-chill-14Christ Chapel
1010:20 a.m. Chapel Break: Open Prayer Timehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-open-prayer-time-9Bonnier Multifaith Center
12:30 p.m. Belonging Webinar: Independent Colleges and Universities: The Value of Mission-Driven Teaching Excellencehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/belonging-webinar-independent-colleges-and-universities-the-value-of-missiondriven-teaching-excellenceBeck Hall 201
Apr 3 Used Equipment Drive for National Athletic Training Monthhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/used-equipment-drive-for-national-athletic-training-monthAthletic Training Room Lund 120
1010:20 a.m. Chapel Break: Morning Praise with Gustavus Choirhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-morning-praise-with-gustavus-choir-3Christ Chapel
1010:20 a.m. Chapel Break: Praying the Rosaryhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-praying-the-rosary-10Bonnier Multifaith Center
1 p.m. Baseball hosts UW La-Crosse (DH)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/baseball-hosts-uw-lacrosse-dhSt. Peter, Minn.
3:30 p.m. Softball hosts Concordia (DH)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/softball-hosts-concordia-dh-3St. Peter, Minn.
Apr 4 Used Equipment Drive for National Athletic Training Monthhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/used-equipment-drive-for-national-athletic-training-monthAthletic Training Room Lund 120
1010:20 a.m. Chapel Break: Mindfulness Meditationhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-mindfulness-meditation-8Bonnier Multifaith Center
1010:20 a.m. Interfaith Discussion Series: Dr. Sam Kessler focusing on Jewish Faithhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/interfaith-discussion-series-dr-sam-kessler-focusing-on-jewish-faithChrist Chapel
2:303:30 p.m. Sports & Travel Writing with Frank Bureshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sports-travel-writing-with-frank-buresBeck #101
2:303:30 p.m. Sports & Travel Writing with Frank Bureshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sports-travel-writing-with-frank-bures-2Beck #101
Apr 5 Used Equipment Drive for National Athletic Training Monthhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/used-equipment-drive-for-national-athletic-training-monthAthletic Training Room Lund 120
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Admitted Student Dayhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/admitted-student-day-4Jackson Campus Center
1010:20 a.m. Chapel Break: Musical Showcase featuring lil' SIPDEhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-musical-showcase-featuring-lil-sipdeChrist Chapel
1010:20 a.m. Chapel Break: Praying the Rosaryhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-praying-the-rosary-10Bonnier Multifaith Center
Men's Golf at Illinois Wesleyan Invitehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/mens-golf-at-illinois-wesleyan-invite-2Normall, Ill.
noon to 1 p.m. Women's Tennis hosts Midwest Invitehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/womens-tennis-hosts-midwest-inviteMadison, Wis.
4:306:30 p.m. Faculty Shop Talk - Hagar Attiahttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/faculty-shop-talk-hagar-attiaInterpretive Center
68 p.m. Mr. Gustavushttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/mr-gustavus-4Jackson Campus Center
Apr 6 Men's Golf at Illinois Wesleyan Invitehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/mens-golf-at-illinois-wesleyan-invite-2Normall, Ill.
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Faculty Writing Retreat at American Swedish Institute (ASI)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/faculty-writing-retreat-at-american-swedish-institute-asi-8American Swedish Institute (ASI) in Minneapolis
Women's Golf at Wash U Invitehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/womens-golf-at-wash-u-inviteSt. Louis, Mo.
Men's Tennis faces Chicagohttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/mens-tennis-faces-chicagoWisconsin
Men's Tennis at St. Johnshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/mens-tennis-at-st-johnsSartell, Minn.
Men's Track & Field at Norse Invitehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/mens-track-field-at-norse-inviteDecorah, Iowa
11 a.m. Women's Track & Field at Norse Invitehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/womens-track-field-at-norse-inviteDecorah, Iowa
noon to 1 p.m. Women's Tennis hosts Midwest Invitehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/womens-tennis-hosts-midwest-inviteMadison, Wis.
1 p.m. Baseball hosts St. Johns (DH)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/baseball-hosts-st-johns-dhSt. Peter, Minn.
1 p.m. Softball at Hamline (DH)https://gustavus.edu/calendar/softball-at-hamline-dh-4St. Paul, Minn.
1:302:30 p.m. Isabella Aase, Student Recitalhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/isabella-aase-student-recitalJussi Björling Recital Hall
24 p.m. 4Word: Insights into Writing and Publicationhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/4word-insights-into-writing-and-publication-2Helen Young Room at the Southdale Library, 7001 York Avenue S, Edina
Apr 7 Women's Golf at Wash U Invitehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/womens-golf-at-wash-u-inviteSt. Louis, Mo.
11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Alex Dillon, Student Recitalhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/alex-dillon-student-recitalJussi Björling Recital Hall
1:303:30 p.m. Lucia Singers and Chapel Choir, Spring Concerthttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/lucia-singers-and-chapel-choir-spring-concertChrist Chapel
6:307:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Communityhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sunday-worship-community-28Christ Chapel
78 p.m. Yoga Nighthttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/yoga-nightLund Movement Studio

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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