Climate talk continues at Gustavus: University of Maine professor brings book-based lecture to campus

University of Maine Professor Paul Mayewski visited campus February 26, to present a lecture titled “Journey into Climate.” Dr. Mayewski is an acclaimed glaciologist, climate scientist and explorer, as well as the Director of the Climate Change Institute and a Professor in the School of Earth and Climate Sciences as well as several other departments at the University of Maine. According the University of Maine … Continue reading Climate talk continues at Gustavus: University of Maine professor brings book-based lecture to campus

Sports to stats: Dennis Lock lectures on campus: NFL statistician brings Gustavus insight into the world of football

Last week, Gustavus students had the opportunity to hear a statistician talk about their work. However, Dennis Lock is no ordinary statistician. Lock works for the NFL as the Director of Football Research and Strategy for the Buffalo Bills. His talk gave students the opportunity to learn more about a real life application of their studies. Seminars such as this one are offered regularly by … Continue reading Sports to stats: Dennis Lock lectures on campus: NFL statistician brings Gustavus insight into the world of football

KingPins bowling alley, once local popular hangout spot, destroyed after a structure fire on Sunday morning February 16.

St. Peter bowling alley KingPins burns down: Gustavus student hotspot destroyed in fire over the weekend

St. Peter bowling alley, KingPins, burned down early on Sunday morning this past weekend February 16. The bowling alley was built in 1962 and had undergone several changes before being named KingPins. The bowling alley offered twelve lanes of both open and league bowling as well as food and beverages at the alley’s own Gutter Bar and Grill. Dwight Selders and Jessica Tonsfeldt became the … Continue reading St. Peter bowling alley KingPins burns down: Gustavus student hotspot destroyed in fire over the weekend

Gusties anticipation grows for spring concert: Artist Blackbear coming to campus May 16

With spring just around the corner, Gustavus students anticipate the arrival of this years biennial spring concert.  Hosted by the Campus Activities Board (CAB), the student ran board fields a voting process for all students to partake in.  Between the numerous options presented to students, Matthew Tyler Musto, known professionally as Blackbear will be coming to campus May 16th.  Tickets go on sale February 18th, … Continue reading Gusties anticipation grows for spring concert: Artist Blackbear coming to campus May 16

Rev. Dr. Herbert Chilstrom’s funeral was held in Christ Chapel on February 15th.

Rev. Dr. Herbert Chilstrom displayed selfless dedication to Gustavus

Last Saturday, February 15, Gustavus saw an influx of visitors to campus for a celebration of life for Rev. Dr. Herbert Chilstrom. The Minnesota service was held in Christ Chapel, with another service taking place in Arizona, where Chilstrom resided later in his life. Rev Dr. Chilstrom lived a large life. He was the first Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA) bishop, elected to his … Continue reading Rev. Dr. Herbert Chilstrom displayed selfless dedication to Gustavus

President Bergman takes Gustavus on tour: “Presidental Rollout Tour” reaches out to Gustie Alumni

Show the World, Gustavus’ comprehensive campaign to showcase the achievements of the college and to encourage the momentum of student-centered achievements, is now in it’s fourth year; This yearits public phase began. As part of this phase, President Bergman has recently begun a “Presidential Rollout Tour” in which she will travel to cities across the country to talk to Gusties about what’s new on campus. … Continue reading President Bergman takes Gustavus on tour: “Presidental Rollout Tour” reaches out to Gustie Alumni

Psychology workshop helps student athletes: Sport and Performance Psychology Workshops provide mental health tips to athletes

Athletics are an integral part of the Gustavus population. Many Gusties are involved in sports and spend countless hours training their bodies to be the best they can be. A growing trend in the world of sports is the idea of mental training in addition to physical training. Last month, Assistant Professor of Health and Exercise Science Hayley Russell hosted a workshop tailored for student … Continue reading Psychology workshop helps student athletes: Sport and Performance Psychology Workshops provide mental health tips to athletes

Gusties spend J-Term in warmer weather: Students visit Japan and Austrailia on Olympic Quest J-Term

One of the largest January term trips this year was the Olympic Quest to both Japan and Australia. Forty Gusties and two Gustavus faculty members traveled to these countries over the month to learn more about the topic. “[The purpose of our course] was to learn about the Olympics and sports within the countries that we traveled to. We toured different sporting facilities, Olympic stadiums, … Continue reading Gusties spend J-Term in warmer weather: Students visit Japan and Austrailia on Olympic Quest J-Term

Behind the scenes of Christmas in Christ Chapel: The unseen production behind Christmas in Christ Chapel

The planning for Gustavus’ annual holiday production, Christmas in Christ Chapel, begins almost a year before the first performance. The event, produced by the Office of Marketing and Communication at Gustavus, in combination with the fine arts and the help of numerous others, features three combined choirs, handbell players, an entire orchestra and band, and even dancers‒and those are just the performers. The number of … Continue reading Behind the scenes of Christmas in Christ Chapel: The unseen production behind Christmas in Christ Chapel

Psychology Department showcases work: Psychological Studies department hosts annual research symposium

On Thursday, Dec. 5, the Psychological Studies department hosted the Fall 2019 Psychological Science Research Symposium where students in the department were able to present research projects and studies that they have completed and conducted. “The purpose of the research symposium is to showcase all the hard work Psychological Science students have done over the course of the semester. This includes research conducted as part … Continue reading Psychology Department showcases work: Psychological Studies department hosts annual research symposium