Gustavus Blogs

Year: 2023

  • Student Voices: Vampires are Everywhere

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    aadams3

    Garek Dobosenski ’26, Cece Erickson ’26, Adam Boyens ’27, and Rebekah Moll ’27 published compositions comparing vampiric creatures from global cultures through partnership with East-West Connections in Minneapolis-St. Paul. The texts of their publications, as well as an introduction to the project “Student Voices: Vampires are Everywhere” by Annalise Rivas (REES/MLLC) can be found at…

  • Advising Day @ the Library

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    ahulsebe

    Join us! Advising Day @ the Library: Tuesday, November 7 Open House: 9:00 am – 3:30 pm Stress Less @ the Library with Tea Tuesday, treats, and prize drawings! Learn about: Library internships, graduate programs, and careers in libraries & archives For more information: Visit our Careers in Librarianship & Archives guide PS: November 7…

  • Intersections: Number 58 (Fall 2023)

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    krwinter

    Intersections is the biannual publication by the Network of ELCA Colleges and Universities (NECU). Each issue reflects on faith, learning, and teaching within Lutheran higher education, especially as these intersect with contemporary challenges, opportunities, and initiatives. The legacy and continuing practice of Lutheran reforms related to education include expanding access, opportunity, and inclusion across all…

  • Gustavus Founders Day Celebration Honors Employees

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    admin

    Since 1876, the hallowed date of October 31st has had a special additional meeting for those on the Hill in Saint Peter, as Gustavus Adolphus College’s Founders Day. This year, we marked the 147th anniversary of our founding by honoring Eric Norelius and recognizing the school’s employees of the year. President Bergman thanked the award…

  • Ghastly Gusties: Gustavus Alumni Fuel the Nightmares of Mall of America’s Haunted House

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    rileyerb

    “Onionhead’s Revenge”, the 45,000 square foot horror attraction in the Mall of America, is a terrifyingly innovative haunted house that featured contributions from five Gustavus alums. Through their excellent and diverse education at Gustavus, these Gusties shine in a story driven haunted house that demands improv skills in an ever-changing environment. American Monsters’ “Onionhead’s Revenge”…

  • Nobel 59 Opening Procession Brings the Gustavus Spirit to Life

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    msousa

    On October 3 and 4, Gustavus Adolphus College hosted the 59th Nobel Conference. This year’s conference, “Insects: Little Body, Big Impact”,  addressed the disproportionate effects insects have on human life and aimed to bring awareness to the essential role these beings play in allowing the earth to flourish. Having had the honor of hosting the…

  • Faculty Spotlight: Jeff Jenson

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    snowell

    Jeff A. Jenson (Library) was an invited speaker at the Swedish Genealogical Society of Minnesota’s annual Fall Conference. The event was held on October 14 at the Minnesota Genealogical Society in Mendota Heights.

  • Faculty Spotlight: Hayley Russell

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    snowell

    Hayley Russell (Health and Exercise Science) presented a paper “Perceived psychosocial implications of Strava use in competitive runners,” co-authored by Charlie Potts (Dean of Students), Megan King ’23, and Evelyn Villalobos ’24 at the Association of Applied Sport Psychology Conference in Orlando, FL.

  • Faculty Spotlight: Yumiko Oshima-Ryan

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    snowell

    Yumiko Oshima-Ryan (Music) was selected to perform at The Sixty-Sixth National Conference of The College Music Society in Miami, Florida. She performed “Techno Etude II (2020), three movements of solo piano work by Karen Tanaka (b. 1961 – ), at the Showcase Performance III on Saturday, October 28th, Miami Marriott Dadeland.

  • Shining Bright at Gustavus – Sunny Rijal

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    kobischuck

    Sunny Rijal, a member of the class of 2025 at Gustavus Adolphus College, is the embodiment of a model student. With a major in business management, Sunny exemplifies the dedication and drive that defines the Gustavus community. His involvement on campus is nothing short of impressive, from his leadership roles in student organizations to his…