Gustavus is proud to be home of many elite students. From winners of Fulbright scholarships, to internships at Harvard, there is no shortage of high-achieving students at Gustavus. As a community, Gustavus does not let its pride fall short and spends an entire weekend every spring celebrating its most elite scholars, musicians, and artists. Honors Weekends is used as a time to celebrate and showcase … Continue reading Honors Weekend draws attention to academic excellence

The Diversity Leadership Council at Gustavus is a collection of student organizations that come together to support on-campus diversity initiatives publicly. Recently, the DLC has begun making big changes to their by-laws, the rules made to control the actions of its members. The by-laws specifically define the responsibilities of the DLC executive board, representatives, and committee members. “As an organization, we attempt to reevaluate our … Continue reading DLC makes constitutional changes

Over Easter Break, 20 Gustavus students from the Gustavus Model U.N. club as well as Professor Mimi Gerstbauer’s Model UN/International Diplomacy course traveled to Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to represent the college in the Arrowhead Model United Nations conference. The trip was supported by funding from numerous sources, including the Office of the Provost, the Diversity Leadership Council, Student Senate, the Departments of Political Science, … Continue reading Gustavus successful at Model U.N. Regionals

Peace is at the forefront of many Americans’ minds. Many spend their time wondering if there will be peace, how we can work toward peace, and concrete ways to actually make a change in the world. There has been much uncertainty for American citizens in light of the Trump Administration’s move into office. Moreover, with the most recent presidential election there has been speculation about … Continue reading They’re watching you Wazowski: This year’s MAYDAY! Peace Conference focuses on mass surveillance

President Bergman recently announced a new action plan created by The Presidents Council for Diversity Equity and Inclusion entitled the Blueprint for Progress. Aiming to better the college’s policies and practices to further fair access to resources. On April 12 President Bergman hosted an open campus discussion to hear feed back from students on the proposed actions and expectations for the plan. The goal is … Continue reading Bergman kicks off ‘Blueprint for Progress’: The President’s Council for Diversity Equity and Inclusion annouces three year plan to improve college policy