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Florence Sponberg to Receive Honorary Degree
Florence Sponberg, of North Mankato, will be awarded an honorary degree from Gustavus Adolphus College at 10 a.m. Wednesday, April 28 in Christ Chapel during the opening service of this year's MAYDAY! Peace Conference, titled "The United Nations at the C
May Continuing Education at Gustavus
The public is invited to a continuing education event at Gustavus Adolphus College. Jim Gilbert, campus naturalist and director of Linnaeus Arboretum, will lead a "Spring Walk in Linnaeus Arboretum" 7 p.m. Tuesday, May 18.
MAYDAY! Peace Conference to Focus on United Nations
The public is invited to attend Gustavus Adolphus College's 24th annual MAYDAY! Peace Conference, "The United Nations at the Crossroads," on Wednesday, April 28, 2004.
Inauguration of 14th President at Gustavus
Gustavus Adolphus College will celebrate the inauguration of James L. Peterson as the 14th president of the College April 15-18. More
Master Gardener to Speak at Gustavus
Carolyn Harstad, advanced master gardener and author, will speak at 7 p.m. Tuesday, April 20 in the Melva Lind Interpretive Center at Gustavus Adolphus College.
Gustavus Students Participate in Spring Break Work Trips
Each year during spring break, many Gustavus Adolphus College students participate in the college's service-oriented Spring Break Work Trips. In 2004, for the 15th annual event, nearly 100 students will participate.
Gustavus Students to Compete at National Forensics Tournament
The 2003-2004 Gustavus Adolphus College Forensics Team has qualified six students for the American Forensics Association National Individual Events Tournament, to be held April 2-5 in Long Beach, Calif.
Dance Company Presents "Roots, Wings and Prayers"
"Roots, Wings and Prayers," the 2004 Spring Performance of the Matching Tights Dance Company (MTDC), incorporates dances that are grounded, dances that soar with physical virtuosity, and dances that touch your heart. Performances will be held March 26-28.
Is Ohio Sniper Suspect Mentally Ill?
Everyone wants to know if the Ohio sniper suspect is clinically mentally ill. If he is, Americans will likely dismiss him as a "nut," and stop thinking about him as a member of a troubled culture, says Karen Larson, a cultural anthropologist and professor.
Gustavus Adolphus College to Host 9th Annual Building Bridges Conference
The ninth annual Building Bridges Conference will be held at Gustavus Adolphus College March 19-20. This year's theme, "Building Community," emphasizes working together and resolving conflict in our own communities.