Chinese Department at risk of being abolished: Students and faculty respond in a multitude of ways, including social media, in response to Chinese program possibly being cut

A core component of a Gustavus education is for students to be exposed to a wide variety of classes that cover many disciplines across the world. Students have the chance to pick from a multitude of courses that fuel their interests in a learning environment where this knowledge is available. This has been the philosophy of the modern languages, literatures, and cultures department which gives … Continue reading Chinese Department at risk of being abolished: Students and faculty respond in a multitude of ways, including social media, in response to Chinese program possibly being cut

Campus Safety Report (03/23/18)

Thursday, March 15 Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at Sorensen Hall. A student was transported to the hospital. Campus Safety responded to a medical assist in Beck Hall and transported an injured employee to the hospital. Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at the Schaefer Fine Arts/Music Building and provided basic first aid to an injured student. Campus Safety took a report … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (03/23/18)

Tales from Abroad – Courtney Erickson

Our journey started with a 14 hour flight from Chicago to Beijing. We landed at night and since Beijing is home to almost 22 million people, it was still lively as ever. Peking duck is the most famous food throughout all of Beijing, so it was only fitting that it was the first meal that we had once we arrived. The next day we all … Continue reading Tales from Abroad – Courtney Erickson

Vespers with the Gustavus Choir

Here at Gustavus, we have many different services to help students grow in their faith and experience different faiths or types of worship they may not have seen before. We have modern worship services, bible studies, daily chapel, and Sunday services. Another function we have here, less frequently, is Vespers and we are lucky to have several different services put on throughout the year. Also … Continue reading Vespers with the Gustavus Choir

Orchestra Concert features Competition Winner

This spring concert will showcase many talents and skills of Gustavus musicians and faculty and staff members. It is a chance for the musicians to present what they have been working on throughout this academic school year. The concert will also feature a high school student who has won a competition intended to help introduce young musicians to the collegiate music scene. Conducting the Gustavus … Continue reading Orchestra Concert features Competition Winner

Gustie of the Week – Liza Johnson

While it might take some students years beyond graduation to understand what it means to be a Gustie, First-year Liza Johnson has already mastered the craft in her first year. Hailing from Roseville, Minnesota, this ball of sunshine knows no bounds in the sheer reach of her influence on this campus. In true Gustie form, Liza has transformed her passions into a vehicle for meaningful … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Liza Johnson