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News & Announcements Defining Traditions Gatherings… Dear Colleagues, Throughout this year I’ve described the many planning processes underway at the College. One of the most significant aspects of this work has been an articulation of what we’re calling our "defining traditions" — our liberal arts focus and our relationship to the Lutheran Church. I asked…

News & Announcements Yellow Sheet Reminder… Due to Spring Break, The Yellow Sheet will not be published March 30. Publication will resume April 6. Also, due to Easter Recess, The Yellow Sheet will not be published April 13. Publication will resume April 20. HIV and AIDS — Part 1… Dr. Robert Gallo, recognized for the…

News & Announcements Gustavus Day at the State Capitol… Gustavus students have been invited to attend "Gustavus Day at the State Capitol" on Tuesday, March 14. The Student Senate and the financial aid office are co-sponsoring this event with the assistance of the Minnesota Private College Council. This event encourages students to learn more about…

News & Announcements Almen-Vickner Guest House Closing… To meet current building and insurance requirements, the guest house is schedule to be closed March 19-April 10 so that a sprinkler system can be installed. Anyone needing campus housing should contact Marilyn Beyer (x7001) for reservations in the Church Relations Retreat Center. If the retreat center is…

News & Announcements Interested in Old Newspapers? The biology department has a selection of old newspapers from the 1940s through the 1970s to give away to anyone interested. The newspapers were used in the herbarium, so some are wrinkled or torn. If questions, call Britt Forsberg (x6306). UPCOMING EVENTS: Chapel Schedule… All are invited to…

News & Announcements Community Conversation Forums… President Peterson and the Administrative Council will hold a series of forums to hear the community’s reaction to the summary of the Jan. 23 Community Conversation. Click here to read the summary. Dates and locations are as follows: Friday, Feb. 17 at 10:30 a.m. — St. Peter Room Wednesday,…

News & Announcements No Mail Feb. 20… There will be no incoming or outgoing mail on Monday, Feb. 20 due to Presidents’ Day. Fed Ex and UPS will provide pick-up and delivery. Senior Day Feb. 20… The Office of Admission will host Senior Day Monday, Feb. 20. Between 150-175 students, along with their parents, will…

News & Announcements Yellow Sheet Reminder… Due to touring week, The Yellow Sheet will not be published Thursday, Feb. 2. Publication will resume Thursday, Feb. 9. Gustavus Choir on Tour… The Gustavus Choir will leave Friday (Jan. 27) on its 2006 Midwest Concert Tour. During the tour the choir will premier Stephen Paulus’ "I Will…

News & Announcements Community Conversation Monday… "The Heart of Gustavus II: A Community Conversation" will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23 in Lund Forum. This is a chance for YOU, a valued member of the Gustavus community, to discuss a "shared vision" for our college with students, trustees, faculty, staff,…

News & Announcements Community Conversation Facilitators Needed… Additional volunteers are needed to serve as facilitators for the community conversation which will be held from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Monday, Jan. 23 in Lund Forum. As in the initial community conversation in 2003, facilitators will explain the objectives of the sessions, guide the group discussion,…

News & Announcements New Postage Rates… Most postal rates and fees will increase by approximately 5.4 percent across-the-board on Sunday, Jan. 8. Among the rate adjustments, the single-piece rate for first-class mail will increase from 37 cents to 39 cents, and the postcard rate will increase by one cent to 24 cents. Additional rate changes…

News & Announcements No Newsletter Until Jan. 5… Due to the Christmas recess, The Yellow Sheet will not be published Dec. 15, Dec. 22, or Dec. 29. Publication will resume Jan. 5. St. Lucia Named… During the 65th annual Festival of St. Lucia held this morning, one sophomore and four of her classmates were selected…