Inside Gustavus October 27, 2016 | Volume 49, Number 9

News and Announcements

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Benefit Option Meetings...Open enrollment benefit explanation meetings will take place during the week of November 7 in Alumni Hall. These meetings are for Gustavus benefit eligible employees. Plan to attend one of these sessions to learn about your 2017 benefits.

There are several sessions available and space is limited so once you select your date and time, you will be unable to make changes. Please click on this link to select your meeting time.  

TIAA-CREF Individual Counseling Sessions… A TIAA-CREF representative will be on campus on Nov. 21 and Nov. 22, 2016. To schedule an appointment, go to www.tiaa-cref.org/schedulenow or call (800) 732-8353, Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. (ET).

Have you heard...? Exciting changes are on the horizon for our Gustavus alumni events. Join the Office of Alumni and Parent Engagement for a wine and cheese reception from 4-5 p.m. on Wed., Nov. 9 in the Three Crowns Room. Learn more about the switch to a spring reunion weekend for all classes, expanded opportunities for distinguished alumni engagement and affinity-based gatherings at homecoming, and how you and your department can get involved. Please contact Angela Erickson '01,  or at x7595 with any questions. Hope to see you there.

Christmas in Christ Chapel Tickets On Sale...Employees and students each receive one free ticket for Christmas in Christ Chapel, happening December 2, 3, & 4. Tickets are available now. Christmas in Christ Chapel 2016: Ubuntu, Jesu: From the Cradle of Humankind to the Ends of the Earth, celebrates unity by connecting the incarnation of Christ with the creation of humankind in Africa. Ushers are also requested for each service. All ushers may stay for the service at no cost (a great way for family members to attend for free).  For more information, visit gustavus.edu/events/ccc. or contact the Office of Marketing and Communication at 507-933-7520. 

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

CICE Webinar Series...The CICE and the Provost's office are sponsoring three lunchtime webinars on topics related to intercultural teaching and integrating international students in classrooms and on campus. These webinars are open to all interested faculty, staff, and administrators. Feel free to bring your lunch along.

  • Webinar #1: “Integrating International and Domestic Students: What, Why, and How"
    Wednesday, November 2, 12-1 p.m., Board Room
  • Webinar #2: "Design and Implementation of a Research-Based Pedagogy in Support of Intercultural Learning as a Developmental and Formative Process with an Interculturally Sensitive Study Body as a Goal"
    Thursday, November 10, 12-1 p.m., Old Main 205
  • Webinar #3: "Integrating International Students: The Role of Data, Relationships, and Tenacity”
    Friday, November 11, 12-1 p.m., Board Room

Additional details about each webinar (presenters and topics) are available.

HLC Interim Report Feedback Sessions…The College Accreditation Committee is drafting the HLC interim report that is due on December 31, 2016. A copy of the interim report draft will be shared with the community around November 11, 2016. Community feedback on the report draft is valued and will be received by the College Accreditation Committee in two ways: an online Google form and through open feedback sessions, occurring as follows:

Thursday, November 17 at 10:30-11:20 a.m. in the Konferensrum (Campus Center 203A)
Monday, November 21 at 2:30-3:30 p.m. in the Board Room (Campus Center 201)
Tuesday, November 22 at 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. in the Rundquist Room (Campus Center 210)

The committee invites feedback on this draft on or before November 22, so that the report can be finalized for a timely submission in December. This report will inform our HLC on-campus, comprehensive evaluation visit scheduled to take place on March 13-14, 2017. Thank you for your feedback and participation in this important process.

Home Athletic Events

There are no home athletic events this weekend. Check the athletics page for updates and upcoming events.

Fine Arts Events

Hillstrom Museum of Art
September 12 – November 6, 2016

Animal and Sporting Paintings in the Penkhus Collection: The Very English Ambience of It All

Chester A. Johnson Geology Museum
Through early December

Photographs by local artist Kay Helms

October 30 at 1:30 p.m., Karrin Meffert-Nelson faculty recital has been cancelled

October 30, 7:30 p.m., Andrew DeLuca, student clarinet recital, Björling Recital Hall

In The News

English professor Joyce Sutphen was interviewed on WCCO Radio after Bob Dylan won the Nobel Prize for Literature.

The St. Peter Herald's update on the construction of the new high school included reference to road updates that will take place on the western edge of the Gustavus campus.

The St. Peter Herald ran a piece on the 2016 Gustavus Athletics Hall of Fame inductees.

Gustavus was included on MSN's list of the best college food in America, which uses rankings from Niche.

Off Campus Events of Interest

Ellis Jones Birthday Party... An open house is planned to honor Ellis Jones, emeritus professor, for his 85th birthday. The open house will be held on Sat., Nov. 12 in the Jackson Campus Center from 2-4:30 p.m. Greetings may be sent to 301 South Washington Avenue, Apt. 205, Saint Peter.

Trunk or Treat Event...John Ireland Catholic School invites you and your family to a Trunk or Treat event. The event is from 6-8 p.m. on Sat., Oct. 29 in the Church of St. Peter parking lot. Come in your best Halloween costumes for an evening of fun, fellowship and treats.  The students of John Ireland Catholic School hope to see you. Come out and meet some of the younger members of the St. Peter community. All are welcome and encouraged to attend!

Plugs

For Sale...4 bedroom, 2 bathroom house very close to campus. Bathrooms and kitchen have been updated. Perfect for Gustavus students or faculty. Contact Bethany Valentini for more information.

For Sale...Upright piano, antique rolltop desk, misc. other furniture for sale. Call Barbara at 507-993-5575 or email at bkkaiser17@gmail.com.

"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

Gustavus Peer MALTs Pay It Forward

4 months ago by Taylor Storlien
From News

Dylan Halom ’27 and Conor Jolly ’26: Improv Jazz and Campus Bands

4 months ago by Marisa Bacon
From Fine Arts

Schaefer Gallery showcases grant winners Kaelyn Lobalbo and Willa Brown

4 months ago by Moraya Patsy
From Fine Arts

What to Know about Dr. Heidi Johanna Miller

4 months ago by Moraya Patsy
From Fine Arts

Our Town: The Community of Theater at Gustavus

4 months ago by Marisa Bacon
From Fine Arts

President’s Art Award Recipient: Mya Hanson ‘25

5 months ago by Marisa Bacon
From Fine Arts

Gustavus Unveils 2024 Alumni Association Award Winners

5 months ago by Luc Hatlestad
From News

Gustavus Adolphus Establishes Endowed Chair in Scandinavian Studies

5 months ago by Luc Hatlestad
From News

Greek Life at Gustavus Opens Up New Worlds

5 months ago by Taylor Storlien
From News

Gustavus Shows Breadth, Depth in National Rankings

6 months ago by Luc Hatlestad
From News

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

Around 2 years ago by CJ Siewert
From Athletics

Softball Has 12 Named NFCA Scholar-Athletes

Around 2 years ago by Jordan Modjeski
From Athletics

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

Around 2 years ago by Jordan Modjeski
From Athletics

MIAC nominates Nelson for NCAA Woman of the Year, Aney for DIIICA Men’s Sport Student-Athlete of the Year

Around 2 years ago by CJ Siewert
From Athletics

Men’s Hoops Earns NABC Academic Awards

Around 2 years ago by CJ Siewert
From Athletics

 

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