Inside Gustavus April 19, 2018 | Volume 50, Number 29

News and Announcements  

Policy Reminder... The Cabinet asks that members of the campus community adhere to the policy barring the use of College funds for gifts or other recognitions. The full policy is listed in the All College Policies as the “Policy Regarding the Use of College Funds to Express Condolences at the Time of a Death or to Recognize an Individual.” Here is an excerpt of the policy: “…expenditures for gifts or flowers that a department would like to make to recognize a colleague or other community friend or family member on any occasion, i.e., birth, retirement, illness, etc., are encouraged and must be paid for by funds personally contributed by members and friends of the department.” Thank you for your cooperation.
 
Are you participating in a Gustavus Health Insurance plan?...Join us for a presentation by Andrew Roos, our Blue Cross Blue Shield representative, from 1:30-2:30 p.m. on Monday, April 23 in the Heritage Room. He will be sharing information about Preventive Care and ways to maximize your medical insurance benefits. For more information, contact Nicole Goebel.
 
Submit Your Information to the Parent Blog...Gustavus communicates with its parents electronically via a "Parent Blog" which comes out monthly from August - May. Currently over 2,500 parent emails are subscribed. If you have important information, deadline reminders, etc., that you think parents would be interested to know, send a pre-written post (less than 200 words please) to Megan Ruble. She will communicate with you about timing and appropriateness.
 
Discussion of the Challenge Curriculum...In cooperation with the Faculty Senate, the Curriculum Committee invites all members of the Gustavus community to discuss the Challenge Curriculum at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, April 20, 2018 in Alumni Hall. We hope to have a comprehensive discussion of the Challenge Curriculum and any proposed amendments at the meeting so there are few surprises when we assemble to vote on the proposal at the April 27, 2018, faculty meeting.

We have created an "FAQ" document to address common questions. Prior to the meeting, please review it and the most updated proposal, which is on the CC revision website.

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

MAYDAY! Peace Conference Featuring Nobel Peace Prize Winner...The MAYDAY! Peace Conference is on Wednesday, May 2 starting at 10 a.m. in Christ Chapel. Nobel Peace Prize winner Leymah Gbowee will share her inspiring story of working to end the civil war in Liberia and the role women serve in creating peace around the world. Following the keynote address is a luncheon sponsored by the Friends of the Library - Gustavus Library Associates. The luncheon will feature the remarks "Me and You, Too: Women Stories in Peace Building" given by Mikka McCracken '09 of ELCA World Hunger. At 1 p.m., there will be a movie screening of the documentary about Ms. Gbowee's life and 2:30 p.m. in Alumni Hall will be a discussion of the main themes of the day. Gustavus students, faculty, and staff will need to show their Gustavus ID for entrance into Chapel. To learn more about the event, visit the online page.

Save the Date: Fourth Annual Matthias Wahlstrom Lecture…Please mark your calendar for 4:30-5:30 p.m. on Thursday, May 3, 2018 in Beck Hall 101. Marie Walker, Professor of Psychological Science, will present her talk entitled “Liberal Arts and Diversity.” President Rebecca Bergman will introduce Walker, and refreshments will be provided for conversation after the lecture. For more information, visit the online page.

Gustavus Authors...Join us in the Book Mark April 24 at 3:30 p.m. as we celebrate our newly published Gustavus Authors. This year's honoree's are: Michele Koomen, Kathleen Keller, Thia Cooper, Priscilla Briggs, Marcia Bunge, and Paschal Kyoore. Refreshments will be served. This event is sponsored by the Book Mark, the Folke Bernadotte Library, and the Kendall Center for Engaged Learning.

Weekend Home Athletic Events

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

• Women's tennis hosts Southwest Minnesota State at 5:30 p.m. Friday, April 20
• Women's tennis hosts Carleton at 11 a.m. Saturday, April 21
• Men's tennis hosts Carleton at 3 p.m. Saturday, April 21
• Women's tennis hosts St. Thomas at noon Sunday, April 22
• Softball hosts Bethel at 1 p.m. Sunday, April 22

Fine Arts

Music

April 20 at 7:30 p.m., Michael McKenzie, bass-baritone, in Bjorling Recital Hall

April 21 at 3:30 p.m., Kaitlyn Peroutka, soprano, in Bjorling Recital Hall

April 21 at 5:30 p.m., Ryan O'Neil, bassoon, and Kelly Neubauer, clarinet, in Bjorling Recital Hall

April 21 at 7:30 p.m., Ben Ventry, tenor, in Bjorling Recital Hall

April 22 at 1:30 p.m., Antonia Hopkins, mezzo-soprano, in Bjorling Recital Hall

April 22 at 3:30 p.m., Zachery Deetz, bassoon, in Bjorling Recital Hall

April 22 at 7:30 p.m., Andy DeLuca, clarinet, in Bjorling Recital Hall

April 23 at 7:30 p.m., Jazz Faculty Recital in Bjorling Recital Hall

Theatre & Dance

April 20-22, The Marriage of Figaro, at the St. Peter Yoga Studio.

Schaefer Art Gallery

April 15 – May 19, "Howard Quednau: Dioramas"

Hillstrom Museum of Art

April 22 at 4 p.m., Artist Kenny Scharf Gallery Talk at Hillstrom Museum of Art

Through April 22, "Scharftopia: The Far-Out World of Kenny Scharf" and "Georges Rouault: Cirque de L'Etoile Filante"

Congregational Outreach

Retreats...The Office of Church Relations will host a weekend confirmation retreat for Trinity Lutheran of North Branch and Bethlehem Lutheran of Bayport from Friday, April 20 to Sunday, April 22. The retreat program is a resource offered to ELCA congregations that are also members of the Gustavus Association of Congregations.

The 6th Annual Faith Conference: Doubt and Difference: Finding Faith Through Authentic Engagement, will take place at 9:30 a.m. on Saturday, April 21, 2018. Dr. Jacqueline A. Bussie and Reverend Munib Younan are the featured speakers. Tickets are $10/person, group rates are available. Buy tickets online. One complimentary ticket available for all Gustavus students, faculty, and staff.

In the News

The St. Peter Herald ran a story about the diorama exhibit currently being hosted in the Schaefer Art Gallery.

DVIDS wrote about student Jessica Backes playing in her final Gustavus concert before joining the Marine Corps.

KEYC covered Gustavus musicians playing with the Cuban American Youth Orchestra.

The St. Peter Herald covered a visit to campus by a group of young musicians from Cuba.

Plugs

Rental Available...Nice five bedroom country home available June 1, 2018. Located west of LeSueur only 1.5 miles off Highway 169. Five bedroom, three bath home on acreage with double attached heated garage. Three bedrooms upstairs. Full finished lower level with walkout overlooking wooded ravine. Lower level has large family room with gas fireplace and two more bedrooms. There is great storage throughout the house. $1,785 a month (plus utilities). No smoking. Tenant responsible for mowing and snow removal. Please contact Tricia Bergeson for more information.
"Plugs" is maintained as a forum by which members of the Gustavus community may offer goods and 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 and 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 "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April Guess That Résuméhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/april-guess-that-rsumThe Center for Career Development, JSU Room 209
9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Object Lessons: Repatriation, Provenance, and Access in Art History - Colloquiumhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/object-lessons-repatriation-provenance-and-access-in-art-history-colloquiumCenter for Inclusive Excellent (CIE)
10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Grad Finale in the Book Mark Today!https://gustavus.edu/calendar/grad-finale-in-the-book-mark-todayThe Book Mark
11:45 a.m. to 1 p.m. Teachers Talking: Teaching in a Polarized Political Contexthttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/teachers-talking-teaching-in-a-polarized-political-context-4President's Dining Room (PDR)
6–8 p.m. Eppie Spaghetti Feed 2025https://gustavus.edu/calendar/eppie-spaghetti-feed-2025Patricks on Third
6:30–7:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Communityhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sunday-worship-community-36Christ Chapel
7–8 p.m. Senior Recital: Paige Davidson & Flute Studiohttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/senior-recital-paige-davidson-flute-studioJussi Björling Recital Hall
7–9 p.m. "Cassandro" Film Screeninghttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/cassandro-film-screeningWallenberg Auditorium, Nobel Hall of Science
Tomorrow "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. April Guess That Résuméhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/april-guess-that-rsumThe Center for Career Development, JSU Room 209
11:30–11:50 a.m. Guided Meditation - In Personhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/guided-meditation-in-personBonnier Multifaith Center, Anderson Hall
5–6 p.m. Pints with Purposehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/pints-with-purpose-4Paddlefish Brewing -St. Peter
6:30–7:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Communityhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sunday-worship-community-36Christ Chapel
Apr 18 "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art
College Holidayhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/college-holiday-3Campus
6:30–7:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Communityhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sunday-worship-community-36Christ Chapel
Apr 19 "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art
6:30–7:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Communityhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sunday-worship-community-36Christ Chapel
Apr 20 "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art
6:30–7:30 p.m. Sunday Worship Communityhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/sunday-worship-community-36Christ Chapel
Apr 21 "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art
Apr 22 "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. First Destination Survey Eventhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/first-destination-survey-eventThe Center for Career Development, JSU Room 209
11:30 a.m. to noon Arbor View Solar Field Dedicationhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/arbor-view-solar-field-dedication-2Solar Field - Arbor View Apartments
11:30–11:50 a.m. Guided Meditation - Onlinehttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/guided-meditation-onlineOnline
3:30–5:30 p.m. Earth Day Campus Clean-up 2025https://gustavus.edu/calendar/earth-day-campus-cleanup-2025John's Courtyard
7–8 p.m. Earth Day Triviahttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/earth-day-triviaCourtyard Cafe
7–8:30 p.m. All-Capella Spring Concerthttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/allcapella-spring-concertJussi Bjorling Recital Hall
Apr 23 "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. First Destination Survey Eventhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/first-destination-survey-eventThe Center for Career Development, JSU Room 209
3:30–5 p.m. Faculty Meetinghttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/faculty-meeting-32Three Crowns Room
7–8:30 p.m. "Placing S. M. Swenson and Swedish-Texans in the Plantationocene," a public lecture by Dr. Lucia Hodgson of Uppsala University in Swedenhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/placing-s-m-swenson-and-swedishtexans-in-the-plantationocene-a-public-lecture-by-dr-lucia-hodgson-of-uppsala-university-in-swedenConfer Hall Room 128
7–9 p.m. CAB Earth Day Flower Arranginghttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/cab-earth-day-flower-arrangingHeritage Room
Apr 24 "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art
8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. First Destination Survey Eventhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/first-destination-survey-eventThe Center for Career Development, JSU Room 209
11:30–11:50 a.m. Guided Meditation - In Personhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/guided-meditation-in-personBonnier Multifaith Center, Anderson Hall
3–3:30 p.m. Career and Vocation Champions - Career Education Trends, Frameworks, and Datahttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/career-and-vocation-champions-career-education-trends-frameworks-and-dataThe Center for Career Development, JSU Room 209
8–9:30 p.m. Theatre Production: Bhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/theatre-production-bRob and Judy Gardner Laboratory Theatre
Apr 25 "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art
9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday Finish in the Library!https://gustavus.edu/calendar/friday-finish-in-the-libraryFolke Bernadotte Library
1–1:30 p.m. Virtual Transfer Info Sessionshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/virtual-transfer-info-sessionsVirtual
4–6 p.m. Faculty Shop Talk: Severine Bateshttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/faculty-shop-talk-severine-batesSt Peter Room
4–6 p.m. Shop Talk with Carlos Mejia Suarezhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/shop-talk-with-carlos-mejia-suarezHillstrom Museum
6–7 p.m. Senior Recital: Abby Helgerson, clarinet & Thomas Warnke, clarinethttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/senior-recital-abby-helgerson-clarinet-thomas-warnke-clarinet-2FAM 214
6:30–8 p.m. Shared Space Dance Concerthttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/shared-space-dance-concert-2Rob and Judy Gardner Laboratory Theatre
7:30–8:30 p.m. Senior Recital: Maxwell Everett, trumpethttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/senior-recital-maxwell-everett-trumpetJussi Bjorling Recital Hall
8:30–10 p.m. Theatre Production: Bhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/theatre-production-bRob and Judy Gardner Laboratory Theatre
Apr 26 "Only Artists in the Building," Senior Studio Art and Art History Majors Exhibitionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/only-artists-in-the-building-senior-studio-art-and-art-history-majors-exhibitionHillstrom Museum of Art

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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From News

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

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From Fine Arts

Schaefer Gallery showcases grant winners Kaelyn Lobalbo and Willa Brown

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From Fine Arts

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From Fine Arts

Our Town: The Community of Theater at Gustavus

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From Fine Arts

President’s Art Award Recipient: Mya Hanson ‘25

7 months ago by Marisa Bacon
From Fine Arts

Gustavus Unveils 2024 Alumni Association Award Winners

7 months ago by Luc Hatlestad
From News

Gustavus Adolphus Establishes Endowed Chair in Scandinavian Studies

7 months ago by Luc Hatlestad
From News

Greek Life at Gustavus Opens Up New Worlds

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From News

Gustavus Shows Breadth, Depth in National Rankings

7 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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