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  • Preparations

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    grinnell

    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

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    grinnell

    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”

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

  • Library at Gustavus (Part 4 of 10)

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    jjenson

    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)

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    jjenson

    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…

  • Congratulations to our Senior Theses Writers

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    SJ Kessler

    The Department of Religion proudly congratulates its four senior theses writers: Olivia Anderson-Blythe, Allison James, Jack Milford, & Teagan Shucker Each senior presented work at the Department’s annual autumn Religion Research Seminar, this year held on Zoom on Thursday, December 9th. Attendees included faculty from the Department, the broader Gustavus community, and many family members and friends, and…

  • Religion Department Hosts Social for Majors, Minors, & Interested Students

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    SJ Kessler

    For the first time in nearly two years, the students and faculty of the Department of Religion came together for a pre-Thanksgiving Social. Organized by the Department’s work study students, Sophie Martinez and Allison James, the evening was a chance to take a break from the semester and enjoy food and conversation. We look forward…

  • S.11 E.7: Sweden, the Roma, and Katarina Taikon

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    Scandinavian Studies professor Ursula Lindqvist steps in to interview Swedish author Lawen Mohtadi on the Learning for Life @ Gustavus podcast.

  • Important Notice About Tonight’s Show

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    msousa

    Due to inclement weather conditions and for the safety of our students, staff, and off-campus guests, we are postponing  tonight’s show: En Masse and Solstand. Information for En Masse Ticket Holders: We are adding an extra performance for Sunday, December 12, at 7:30 p.m.. The ticket you currently have (both physical and online copy) will…

  • S.11 E.6: “Imagine the Experience of Others”

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    Learning for Life @ Gustavus podcast host Greg Kaster interviews Brigham Young University professor of church history Jordan T. Watkins.