Gustavus Blogs

Year: 2023

  • The First Impressions of First-Year Gusties

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    aiyaj

    After waving a final tearful goodbye to their parents after move-in, many first-years are left with the frightening yet exhilarating year ahead. From changing dynamics with parents to learning how to share a 11’x15’ room with a stranger, the beginning of college is a time of big changes and heady adjustments.  To track how the…

  • Hanna Lee ’25

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    harrietanderson

    “The department really strives to ensure that its students are knowledgeable on global issues that are happening today.” As a Peace Studies and History double major, Hanna has found that the Peace, Justice and Conflict Studies Department focuses on the parts of history that she finds to be most interesting, which are the histories of…

  • Aika Yamaguchi ’24

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    harrietanderson

    “It is a small department compared to other departments, so it is easy to feel connected with other Peace Studies students and professors.” An international student from Japan, Aika chose to come to Gustavus due to the opportunity that she would have to be involved in the Peace, Justice and Conflict Studies Department. Aika has…

  • Emma Erickson ’24

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    harrietanderson

    “The Physics faculty have helped prepare me for a career through instructing me on a wide variety of topics.” Having chosen Gustavus partially for the physics program, Emma has found just what she was hoping for in the Physics Department. The community of students within the department is very tight-knit, and students can be found…

  • Mary Davenport ’25

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    harrietanderson

    “The physics major challenges me to my limits but I enjoy every step of the way. The challenge has brought me closer to my peers and my professors.” Developing a passion for physics in High School, Mary has found the Gustavus Physics Department to be a place where she is challenged, but never bored and…

  • Choreographer’s Gallery: The Legacy of Dance at Gustavus

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    marisabacon

    The Gustavus Theatre & Dance Department is proud to present this year’s Choreography Gallery. This will take place in the Rob and Judy Gardner Laboratory Theatre on Friday, November 17 and Saturday, November 18 2023 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, November 19 at 2 p.m. The program is being directed by Associate Professor Melissa Rolnick,…

  • Annika Reierson ’24

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    harrietanderson

    “All faculty members in the HES department have prepared me for my future career as a Physician’s Assistant.” Planning to pursue a career as a physician’s assistant, Annika chose a major in Exercise Physiology due to an interest in exercise as “a pillar of health and wellness.” Annika appreciates the atmosphere within the Health and…

  • Cody Bonk ’24

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    harrietanderson

    “Through the Pre-Health Career advisors and the HES department I have been able to create a strong resume, received letters of recommendation, and been able to network with previous Gustavus students who are now in graduate school.” Having a passion for the biomechanics of human movement, Cody’s major in Exercise Physiology will help him achieve…

  • Lucie Henrich ’25

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    harrietanderson

    “The faculty in the HES department have given me many opportunities to explore what I would like to do in the future. They are very helpful in figuring out different paths and post graduation options.” Having an interest in sports psychology, a major in Exercise Physiology has helped Lucie explore her passion for understanding the…

  • First Generation College Celebration!

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    ahulsebe

    The Library joins the Gustavus community in celebrating first generation college students! We’re here to support you on your journey! We share these messages from first generation Library faculty and staff: Dan Mollner, Librarian & Associate Professor –  I am a first generation student. My father went for one year, but had to drop out…