Archive for 2021

Gustavus Looks Back on 2021

From two commencement ceremonies to the return of in-person classes, fine arts events, and athletics, 2021 was a historic celebration of resilience.

Preparations

We have retreated from campus to our family hearths for a little while, but after the holidays we will gather, like a secret society meeting in the middle of the night, at 3:45am on January 4 at the United desk in MSP. At that point we will embark on the first leg of our adventure.

Welcome to Climate & Conservation in Costa Rica

This is an experiential travel course to Costa Rica that examines the causes and consequences of climate change and the biological, geochemical, political, and cultural ramifications of it.  We will conduct our explorations in four main ecosystems and will visit and discuss conservation initiatives in each:  tropical rain forest, montane cloud forest, tropical dry forest, […]

S.11, E.8: “Everything is Connected, Nothing Is Lost”

Learning for Life @ Gustavus podcast host Greg Kaster interviews emeritus professor of classics Will Freiert.

Library at Gustavus (Part 4 of 10)

COMMERCE BUILDING (1889-1897) In 1889, the library moved out of the Main building and into the Commerce Building. During this time the librarian was J.S. Carlson, professor of history, philosophy, and political science. He secured some of the annual publications of Uppsala University in Sweden, and he and his assistants commenced work on a subject […]

Library at Gustavus (Part 4 of 10)

Library at Gustavus (Part 4 of 10) COMMERCE BUILDING (1889-1897) In 1889, the library moved out of the Main building and into the Commerce Building. During this time the librarian was J.S. Carlson, professor of history, philosophy, and political science. He secured some of the annual publications of Uppsala University in Sweden, and he and […]

Pick-up Soccer Group Fosters Cross-Campus Connections

Noontime Boom Time, a growing lunchtime gathering on Hollingsworth Field, brings diverse Gusties together — a prime example of community in action.

COVID-19 Weekly Update: December 21, 2021

Every Tuesday, the Gustavus COVID-19 Response Leadership Team will send out a weekly update that includes tips and reminders, policy updates, and information about on-campus COVID-19 cases. These messages are sent to all students, faculty, and staff along with Gustavus parents who have an email address on file with the College.   WEEKLY TIP Omicron […]

Monday Moments with President Bergman: December 20, 2021

Gustavus President Rebecca M. Bergman shares her thoughts with College students, faculty, and staff each week.

Campus Safety Report (12/10/2021)

December 1, 2021 Campus Safety found traces of marijuana in an Interpretive Center trash can. December 2, 2021 Campus Safety responded to a report of damage to GAC property at College View Apartments. December 3, 2021 Campus Safety transported a student from Sohre Hall to Urgent Care. Campus Safety responded to Uhler Hall to take […]