For example, I had only one class during the Nobel Conference, and that class was choir. However, while we were rehearsing, the director took a moment to talk about that morning's lecture. Although the choir syllabus does not include any quizzes on economics, there was still some discussion about this year's conference. I appreciate the fact that our director took the time to encourage our education in areas outside of choir. Recent changes in technology have started to change the style of the Nobel Conference.
Students can now watch the conference on television located around campus.
This year, the conference was shown on the televisions in the Evelyn Young Dining Room and on the large screen in Nobel Hall. The conference is also webcast on the Internet. Both television and Internet provide a way for members of the Gustavus community to participate without having to go into the actual lecture hall. The new technology also allows students to tape and view Nobel lectures at a more convenient time. Fortunately for those who will be attending Gustavus next year, the chances that any classes being held next year during Nobel are slim.