Archive for September, 2021

Bryant ’73 Wins 2021 Carlson Award for Distinguished Teaching

English and African Studies professor Phil Bryant ’73 was named the winner of the 2021 Edgar M. Carlson Award for Distinguished Teaching at the Gustavus Adolphus College Class of 2021 commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 13. “I feel very humbled and very privileged to receive this award,” Bryant said. “Not for myself, but for the […]

Homecoming Panel Explores Potential of New Laboratory Theatre

During Homecoming, alumni and their families gathered in the new Rob and Judy Gardner Laboratory Theatre to listen to panelists discuss the opportunities the new space makes possible. Panelists included long-time dance professor Michele Rusinko, theatre alumna and current advancement employee Karla Leitzman ’13, theatre major Jacob Korver ’23, and Continuing Assistant Professor in Theatre […]

The Gift of Trust

    When you give, if you trust, you give freely.  You don’t ask in return.  You just give.  This is a rare thing.   I witness it all the time in people like you at TLC.  A kind gesture without ulterior motive; a belief that if you reveal your vulnerability, you will not be […]

Men’s Tennis Hosts ITA Midwest Region Championships This Weekend

Gustavus Adolphus College is set to host the 2021 ITA Midwest Regional Championships in Saint Peter, Minn. this weekend. The tournament runs from Friday, Oct. 1 through Monday, Oct. 4 and will feature 25 of the top teams in the region at multiple sites throughout Saint Peter, Mankato, Le Sueur, and Le Center.

Football Set for Road Test at No. 16 Bethel

The Gustavus football team hits the road Saturday for a MIAC matchup at Bethel. Kickoff is slated for 1 p.m. from Arden Hills, Minn. The Gusties enter the game 3-0 overall and 1-0 in the MIAC, while the 16th-ranked Royals are 2-1 overall and 0-1 in the league.

Hispanic/Latino/Latinx Heritage Month

What is it? It is a period from September 15th to October 15th in the United States for acknowledging the significance, contributions, and influence of Hispanic/Latino/Latinx individuals within the United States.  It is a time to celebrate their culture, history, and to remember where they came from.  Do you know when it started? The Hispanic […]

Women’s Soccer Drops Overtime Heartbreaker to Saint Mary’s

The Gustavus women's soccer team Wednesday took the top team in the conference to overtime, but suffered a heartbreaking 1-0 loss to Saint Mary's at the Gustie Soccer Field. The Gusties drop to 4-5 overall and 1-3 in the MIAC, while the Cardinals improve to 8-1-1 overall and 3-1-1 in the league.

Nobel Conference Explores Challenges and Opportunities of Big Data

The annual Nobel Conference takes place October 5-6, 2021, features seven world-leading experts, and dives into the topic, "Big Data REvolution."

COVID-19 Weekly Update: September 28, 2021

TO: The Gustavus Community FROM: COVID-19 Response Leadership Team SUBJECT: COVID-19 Weekly Update DATE: September 28, 2021   Every Tuesday, the Gustavus COVID-19 Response Leadership Team will send out a weekly update that includes tips and reminders, policy updates, and information about on-campus COVID-19 cases. These messages are sent to all students, faculty, and staff along with Gustavus parents who […]

Men’s Soccer Shuts Out Saint Mary’s 1-0

SAINT PETER, Minn. - The Gustavus men's soccer team hosted Saint Mary's for a Tuesday afternoon matchup where the Gusties took a 1-0 victory. With the win, the Gusties move to 7-3 overall and 3-1 in the conference.