Archive for Stephanie Ash
5 Questions with Finnish Novelist Antti Tuomainen
He’s been dubbed both “the king of Helsinki noir” and “the funniest writer in Europe.” Think: Coen Brothers but even further north than Fargo. A movie adaptation of his novel The Rabbit Factor, about an actuary who inherits an amusement park, will star Steve Carell. Two of his other books are Finnish television series, The […]
How Our Professors Led Through Change
Last year, seven professors from multiple disciplines and departments took up the difficult charge of leading Gustavus faculty through curricular changes that will push Gustavus forward during this critical time in U.S. and College history.
Gustavus Begins its 162nd Academic Year
It was a sunny day to consider light in the world as Opening Convocation kicked off the College’s 162nd academic year.
Move-In, Convocation, and the Official Start of 2022-2023
More photos from Move-In Day found here. On a warm, sunny Friday, Gustie Greeters assembled themselves at the Grace and Jefferson Street entrances and welcomed—with boisterous cheers and song—members of the Class of 2026. For Greeters who entered college during the heart of the pandemic, the cherished Gustie tradition carried special significance this year. “I […]
Four Questions with Khu Thao ’97
Thao, the new CEO of Canvas Health, says that young people need a combination of adult support and space "to live their complexity."
On the Anniversary of Title IX: Where We Go From Here
Nicole LaVoi ’91, director of the Tucker Center for Research on Girls and Women in Sport, on how we act next to advance Title IX’s promise.
The Her Heritage
When the eldest of the Her kids enrolled at Gustavus, she unlocked the door to college for her six siblings.
Recap: Reunion Weekend 2022
Class years ending in 2’s and 7’s—plus reunion years skipped due to the pandemic—joined together on campus for a weekend of fun and fellowship.
A Year Later, the Class of 2020 Gets Its In-Person Commencement
Part unofficial reunion, part cathartic closure, and all joyful, members of the Class of 2020 returned to the beloved campus they abruptly exited last spring.
Congratulations to the Class of 2021
“No class deserved a perfect day more than the Class of 2021,” said Scott Anderson ’89, chairman of the Gustavus Board of Trustees, as he opened Commencement ceremonies.