Archive for March, 2023Page 3
Africa Night celebrates Black Diaspora, history
Elliot Steeves – Staff Writer Gustavus Adolphus College’s Pan-African Student Organization is holding its annual Africa Night on March 24th, taking place from 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall. All Roads Lead To Home served as the centerpiece theme for this year’s edition. The theme was based on the idea of home being […]
Birgen Nelson ’23
“My course professors, Mary McHugh, Yurie Hong, Sean Easton, and Margaretha Kramer, all made my experience fantastic. Each and every one of them are lovely people and fantastic professors!” Birgen was drawn to a major in Classical Languages due to its supplemental nature in her other major, Political Science. Knowing that those with knowledge in […]
Anna Marie Riner ’24
“By giving me opportunities like accompanying, the faculty have helped me develop my own self-confidence, time management, and interpersonal skills.” Originally only focused on her Psychology major, Anna Marie’s involvement and enjoyment in music at Gustavus led to encouragement, particularly from Professor Yumiko Oshima-Ryan, to pursue a Music minor with a focus in piano performance. […]
Alex Blegen ’23
“The faculty have guided me through many hands-on experiences both in front of Gustavus ensembles as well as encouraging me to take outside opportunities to prepare myself for my career including working with clinicians, attending workshops, and conferences.” Coming to Gustavus unsure of the academic path that he wanted to pursue, Alex’s passion for music […]
Longtime Gustavus Equipment Manager Willie Lindquist Dies at 90
Willie Lindquist, the longtime equipment manager of Gustavus Athletics, passed away on Sunday, March 26 at the age of 90.
Gustavus Announces New VP of Enrollment Management
Kim Frisch has been named the new Vice President for Enrollment Management at Gustavus Adolphus College, President Rebecca M. Bergman announced today. Frisch is a graduate of the University of Minnesota with a Bachelor of Arts degree in journalism and communication. She also has a Master’s Degree in organizational leadership from Regis University in Denver, […]
Gustie Student Internships Tips
Before entering the workforce, many college students participate in various internships that will help benefit them in their future. Here at Gustavus, we have had many students participate in internships, 75% of Gustavus students do take part in some engaged learning experience (Internships, Career Exploration, or Job Shadowing.) Julie Rudolf, a Career Development Specialist, and […]
Bergmeyer Named MIAC Men’s Tennis Athlete of the Week
Jack Bergmeyer helped the Gusties to a perfect MIAC weekend, defeating Macalester 8-1 and Saint John's 9-0. Bergmeyer was 2-0 in the No. 1 singles spot in both matches and picked up two doubles wins over the Scots and the Johnnies to lead the Gusties to a 6-0 MIAC record. For his performance, Bergmeyer was named MIAC Athlete of the Week.