Senior TJ Zemlin originally chose Gustavus, after graduating from Eden Prairie High School, to study biology and chemistry. However, once on campus he decided to go a completely different route. Zemlin declared his major in music education. The catalyst for his reaction? “I decided bio-chem wasn’t as much fun, so instead I’d go for music. Plus I had been thinking about being an educator for … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – TJ Zemlin

Four years ago Edward Snowden released thousands of documents about the National Security Agency’s monitoring of innocent American citizens in addition to countless world leaders. Four years ago President Jack Ohle announced his retirement from Gustavus and the search for current President Becky Bergman had begun. Four years ago Chaplain Brian Konkol started his career at Gustavus. And now, four years later, Brian has announced … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Brian Konkol

Many Gusties study abroad at least once in their Gustavus career. How many can say they traveled to Israel and studied dance for a year? Jordan Lovestrand from Bloomington, Minnesota was able to study at the Rothberg International School and Jerusalem Academy of Music and Dance. “It was spontaneous.” Jordan said. “I wasn’t even expecting to study abroad. There was this gut feeling that just … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Jordan Lovestrand

Before she became a double major in mathematics and biochemistry, junior Katherine Aney of Rochester, Minnesota had no idea how big of a role science would play in her life. But all of that changed when she talked to a professor from Gustavus. “I can pinpoint the exact moment when I fell in love with the biology and the human genome.” Katherine said. “I was … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Katherine Aney

If you have ever had the pleasure of meeting Jordan Wiest, you know his big bright smile, deep laugh, and giant bear hugs. Originally from the small town of Rush River, Minnesota,  just 15 miles from Saint Peter, Jordan Wiest is a senior history major. He was not originally planning on majoring in history, but after taking  Premodern East Asia with Associate Professor in History, … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Jordan Wiest

Senior English major Laura Isdahl showcases how much potential students have within the Gustavus community. From her involvement with numerous extracurricular activities to co-creating a publishing class and resulting website, Laura has had no shortage of accomplishments on campus. Laura comes from Plymouth, Minnesota and went to a big high school in the suburbs of Minneapolis. Part of the reason she chose to come to … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Laura Isdahl

Junior computer science and political science double major Henry Adebisi from White Bear Lake, Minnesota is ready to end his third year at Gustavus on a high note. Henry is a part of Chapel Choir, PASO, Student Senate, and the Omega Kappa fraternity along with working at the Diversity Center and being a Collegiate Fellow (CF). Henry has taken advantage of numerous opportunities during his … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Henry Adebisi

Mara Klipfel is a Senior, Athletic Training and Exercise Physiology double Major from Shakopee, Minnesota. As a transfer student, Mara was welcomed to campus by her new classmates, and was excited to start her journey as a Gustie. Aside from being a Gustie Greeter, Mara is also the secretary for the Gustavus Athletic Trainers’ Association (GATA). “My favorite memory is when I found out I … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Mara Klipfel

This year’s Building Bridges conference, “Uprooting Injustice: Fostering the Growth of Grassroots Movements” was put together by a group of individuals including this week’s Gustie of the Week and Co-Chair of Building Bridges, Elizabeth “Liza” Long. Junior political science and gender women’s and sexuality studies major, Liza currently soaks up an experience with Building Bridges. “I have had the opportunity to meet amazing people and … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Elizabeth Long

Life can offer countless opportunities for everyone to pursue their passions. Occasionally, it even offers signs to point people in the right direction. For Senior music major Henry Elling, all of his signs pointed towards Gustavus Adolphus College. Music has been fundamental in shaping both Henry and his family into what they are today. He grew up in Colombus, Wisconsin listening to his father play … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Henry Elling