Inside Gustavus September 22, 2016 | Volume 49, Number 4

Parking and Traffic Information During The Nobel Conference...Everyone should allow extra time for arriving on campus and parking during the Nobel Conference, Sept. 27 & 28. Faculty, students, and staff are asked to please obey traffic directions given at entrances and intersections by College personnel. One-way traffic on Ring Road will start at 7 a.m. on both days of the Conference. The Lund parking lot and one marked row of the Stadium/Beck lot will close at 11 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 27, and will remain closed through Wednesday, Sept. 28. The Norelius visitor lot will be closed both days of the Conference for valet parking. All other red and green parking lots will be considered "open parking" during the Conference.

Mandatory training requirements...In campus mail employees 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. Many employees are Campus Security Authorities (CSAs) under the Clery Act in addition to being Title IX responsible employees. Those employees will need to complete both required courses.

If you did not receive the email with your username and password for online training (sent August 23), or need your training re-set (for anyone who does not pass the post-test with at least 80 percent in three attempts), please contact Lisa Octigan, eoctigan@gustavus.edu.

If you need another copy of the “2016-2017 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.

Tuition Benefits Explained...Kirk Carlson and Richard Aune will provide information about admission, tuition benefit, and tuition exchange options, Thurs., Oct. 13, from 12 to 1 p.m. in the Dive. There will be a short presentation with time for questions after. Feel free to bring your lunch. All employees with current high school juniors or seniors are encouraged to attend. Contact Kirk Carlson (x6362 or kcarlson@gustavus.edu) if you have questions.

College Accreditation Committee Member Needed...We seek one support staff representative to serve on the College Accreditation Committee. More information about the charge and membership of the committee is available online. Please send expressions of interest to Provost Brenda Kelly (bkelly@gustavus.edu) by September 26, 2016.

Swim Lessons with Gustavus Swimmers...Only two weeks left until Learn to Swim with the Gusties begins. Lessons start on Sunday October 2. Follow the link for more information: https://gustavus.edu/athletics/camps/swimming/ 

Book Sale...The library is holding an EXTRAORDINARY book sale next week: Sept. 26-Oct. 2. All paperback books are 25 cents with hardcover books at 50 cents. Purchase a bag of books over the weekend for $2. Bring your quarters and leave with books.

"Gustie Newswire" Webpage Launched... The Office of Marketing and Communication has a new online news source for members of the campus community and news media. The Gustie Newswire includes short, informative releases about faculty activities, programs, events, and alumni. If you have any questions about the Gustie Newswire page or have ideas for stories that may fit there, please contact JJ Akin (jakin@gustavus.edu).

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

Campus Happenings   

Fine Arts Events

Hillstom Gallery
September 12 – November 6, 2016

Animal and Sporting Paintings in the Penkhus Collection: The Very English Ambience of It All
Nobel Conference Reception, September 27, 2016, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

• September 25  2:30 p.m.    More Theodora: The Music of Theodora Cormontan with Michael Jorgensen, baritone
                                                    & Bonnie Jorgensen, piano

• September 27  7 p.m.    The 2016 Nobel Conference Concert

• October 9         2 p.m.    The Family Weekend Showcase Concert in Christ Chapel
                                                    Featuring the Gustavus Choir, Gustavus Symphony,
                                                    Gustavus Wind Orchestra, Gustavus Jazz Lab Band

Girls Night Out in Saint Peter...On Thurs., Oct. 6, join the St. Peter Area Chamber of Commerce and over 40 local businesses in celebrating Girls Night Out, an evening planned by women for women and sponsored by the St. Peter business community. Gather a group of friends and visit your favorite local shops to take advantage of special gifts, promotions, and grab bags.

Plugs 

• Area rug for sale. 5x7 graphic design with blue, light brown, and medium brown colors. For more information email gkoehler@gustavus.edu.

• FREE upright freezer....you haul. Works perfectly, we are just downsizing. Contact Wendy wbachman@gustavus.edu for photos or more information.

• First Lutheran Church (ELCA, Le Sueur) is searching for someone to serve as a part-time (20 hours/week) Coordinator of Children, Youth and Family Ministry. Qualifications include possessing a vibrant Christian Faith and the ability to encourage faith-nurturing relationships in families and youth. Excellent communication and organizational skills with proficiency in social media and computer skills are also required. Musical ability would be a plus! Formal education and experience in youth and family ministry is desirable but not required. See our website for more details and a job application at www.firstlutheranlesueur.org or stop in the office at 116 Inner Drive Le Sueur MN 56058 or call 507-665-2615.

"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.