Inside Gustavus December 20, 2019 | Volume 52, Number 15

President Cabinet Summary

December 17, 2019, Cabinet Meeting Summary

1. Director of Institutional Research David Menk was present to review data related to the U.S. News rankings. 

2. Members reviewed a draft February Board meeting agenda.

3. Members approved the hiring of one full-time and one part-time Student Life replacement positions (Mental Health Therapist and Care Coordinator).

News and Announcements

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Call for Submissions - Lindell Research Paper Award 2020...The Library is now accepting submissions for the Patricia Lindell Research Prize/Paper. This $400 prize is awarded by the library faculty for a paper already written for a Gustavus academic course. This paper should demonstrate excellent use of source material. Papers may be submitted from Fall Semester 2018 through Spring Semester 2020. As faculty endorsement is required, please encourage eligible students to submit their work. More information about the prize and the nomination process can be found online.

Library Hours for Finals and Christmas Break... Fri. Dec. 20: 8 a.m. - 4:45 p.m.; Sat., Dec. 21 - Wed., Jan. 1: Closed. Happy Holidays!

Campaign Letterhead and Logos... On September 27, 2019 we kicked off our Show the World comprehensive campaign for the College. In recognition of this campaign, we’ve developed a special word mark (logo) to be used through October of 2021. That means the College website, letterhead, and print materials will reflect this logo. We need your help to transition to the campaign materials. 

So, please put away the usual Gustavus letterhead and envelopes for the next 22 months. Stop by Printing Services for a supply of the new letterhead and envelopes and start using it January 1, 2020. The Show the World campaign images are also available to the campus online (must be signed in to your Gustavus account to access).

If you have questions on the use of these materials, please consult with the Office of Marketing and Communication.

The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Lecture... The annual lecture at Gustavus will be on Monday, January 20, 2020 from 10-11:30 a.m. in Christ Chapel. This year’s lecture, provided by the Donzaleigh Abernathy, will feature her personal reflections on watching the civil rights movement unfold and the ongoing work for justice. Donzaleigh Abernathy is the youngest daughter of the American Civil Rights Movement co-founder Rev. Dr. Ralph Abernathy. She was born in the midst of the Civil Rights Movement as her father and his best friend, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. established the nonviolent social movement which changed the course of American History. 

End of year donations...As we approach the end of the calendar year, if your office receives any checks from donors, please send them to Gustavus Advancement before you leave for holiday break. If your office receives any checks upon your return in January that were dated in 2019, please be sure to bring them to Advancement Services by January 3.
If you should get an inquiry from a donor wanting to give a gift to Gustavus before calendar year-end, you can direct them two different ways: 1) Direct them to the giving website (gustavus.edu/give) to process their credit card gift online by Dec. 31, or, 2) Mail a check to Gustavus Advancement, postmarked by Dec. 31. Thank you.

Lakhota Reconciliation Workshop... On Wednesday, January 8 from 1:30-3:30 p.m. in Alumni Hall, Cante Suta-Francis Bettelyoun, Oglala Lakhota of the Ocheti Sakowin will lead discussion on the history of the land prior to and after the establishment of Gustavus Adolphus College, and the importance of this history in developing trusting relationships to develop far-reaching reconciliation plans. Speaking from Lakhota cultural knowledge, Francis will guide discussions to bring an understanding of trust-building to all involved at Gustavus: what this land means to the Ocheti Sakowin; and why it's important to have these discussions and reconciliation efforts to recognize the need for correcting ongoing injustices to Indigenous people.

Sponsored by the Indigenous Relations Working Group through the Office of the President.

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.
 

Tips and Reminders


Risk Management Minute: Safe Holiday Travel... Please stay safe on the roads over the holidays and every day:

> Prepare your car for winter and keep an emergency preparedness kit with you.
> Get a good night's sleep before departing and avoid drowsy driving.
> Leave early, planning ahead for heavy traffic.
> Make sure every person in the vehicle is properly buckled up no matter how long or short the distance traveled.
> Put that cell phone away; many distractions occur while driving, but cell phones are the main culprit.
> Practice defensive driving.
> Designate a sober driver to ensure guests make it home safely after a holiday party; alcohol or over-the-counter, prescription and illegal drugs can cause impairment when driving.

Have a safe and joyous holiday season! 

Off-Campus Events of Interest


Minneapolis Home Building and Remodeling Expo Tickets...The Office of Human Resources has 200 complimentary tickets for Gustavus employees to this annual event. Don't miss your chance to see the latest latest innovations and design trends for your home. Check out the website for more information. The Expo is being held January 3-5, 2020 at the Hyatt Regency Minneapolis. The tickets are on a first-come, first-serve basis in the Office of Human Resources.

Obituaries

Richard Blaha, father of Jennifer Kurth (Marketing and Communication) passed away on Monday, December 16. The visitation takes place Friday, Dec. 20 from 1-3 p.m. at Kolden Funeral Home in Le Sueur, Minn. A full obituary is available online.

To inform the campus community of the death of a current student, employee, or trustee; an emeritus professor or trustee; or an immediate family member of a current employee, contact the Office of the President (x7538 or jnoren@gustavus.edu). Death announcements and funeral notices for students, current and emeritus faculty and employees, and trustees will be sent to the community via written notice from the president, posted on community-l, the official campuswide e-mail list, and published in Inside Gustavus or the Summer Scoop. Notices for immediate family members of current employees will be published in Inside Gustavus or the Summer Scoop.

 

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
Apr 8 1010:20 a.m. Chapel Break: Holy Communionhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-holy-communion-6Christ Chapel
1010:20 a.m. Chapel Break: Praying the Rosaryhttps://gustavus.edu/calendar/chapel-break-praying-the-rosary-10Bonnier Multifaith Center

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