@Gustavus Newsletter
May 2013
May Gustavus Events – A Countdown to Commencement
May 2 – 33rd Annual MAYDAY! Peace Conference “Decision: Roe v. Wade.” This full-day conference, open to the public at no charge, is an annual event designed to educate the campus, community, and beyond about issues related to peace, human rights, and social justice. For more information, contact the Office of Marketing and Communication at [...]
Black Student Organization/Pan African Student Organization Reunion – May 18
The Gustavus Diversity Center, the student-led Diversity Leadership Council, and the Office of Alumni Relations are excited to unite current students with Gustie alumni from near and far at the BSO/PASO Reunion on campus on May 18. We hope to share the way we celebrate the culmination of the social justice initiatives and programs that [...]
Upcoming Spring Concerts
May is full of music opportunities on campus. All of the music ensembles have been ramping up to these end-of-the-year concerts, in addition to all of the Senior Recitals that will take place this month. Check the Gustavus Calendar for May to review the list of Senior Recitals in Björling Recital Hall. Admission for all [...]
Spring Theatre Production is “Machinal”
The Department of Theatre and Dance presents its spring production, Machinal, by Sophie Treadwell. Treadwell covered the sensational 1927 murder trial of Ruth Snyder, an ordinary woman who was convicted of killing her husband and later sentenced to become the first woman executed in the new electric chair. The trial inspired Treadwell to write this [...]
Gustavus Companion Tour of Eastern Europe
Gustavus music ensembles have a wonderful tradition of concert touring. We’re inviting you to join us as the Gustavus Wind Orchestra continues this tradition with a tour to Eastern Europe in January 2014. The Gustavus Wind Orchestra companion tour is a unique educational opportunity to study, travel, and be immersed in the history and culture [...]
Update from the Annual Fund: Triple your gift
Exciting news! We have extended the matching deadline to May 31, 2013, and another group of generous alumni has decided to add more funds into the already established matching group to total $300,000—which will enable you to TRIPLE your gift. Take advantage of this tripling offer to aid student scholarships, student-faculty collaboration, and campus activities. [...]
Summer Alumni, Parents, Friends and Students Events
Alumni events scheduled for the summer months around the Midwest. These events focus on the College’s pillar of “Teaching and Learning.” You will have an opportunity to remember and discuss favorite teachers and mentors and hear a campus and Campaign Gustavus update. Please register for these events online, or contact the Office of Alumni Relations [...]