Staff Writer- Alex Ogle This week’s Gustie of the Week is Gustavus President John Volin. As President, Volin represents Gustavus and its values, organizes funding, fundraising, and strategy plans, and makes sure that the entirety of the Gustavus institution runs smoothly. President Volin arrived on The Hill this past August, alongside his partner Valeria and their dog Sophia, after years of working in various collegiate-level … Continue reading GoW: John Volin

Staff Writer- Alex Ogle This week’s Gusties of the Week are partners Ben and Alicia Hilding. The Hildings currently share the positions of Dean of Christ Chapel and Chaplain of the College, where they provide spiritual support, preside over worship services, and facilitate spiritual growth opportunities for everyone within the Gustavus community. Both of the Hildings are Gustie alumni, with Ben holding a B.A. in … Continue reading GoW: Ben and Alicia Hilding

Colleen Coleman- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Mel Pardock, a Senior Political Science and Japanese Studies double major, with a minor in Theatre, from Des Moines, IA. Having served as the Weekly’s very own Editor in Chief for the past two years, Pardock is also President of Gustavus Model United Nations, Peer Advisor in the Center for International and Cultural Education, is a … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Mel Pardock

Jenna Anderson- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Senior Marcus Nguyen. Nguyen is a Japanese Studies and Philosophy double major with a Political Science and Sports Management double minor. He was a swimmer for all four years and plays the viola in the Gustavus Symphony Orchestra, or GSO. Coming into Gustavus, Nguyen knew that he wanted to be involved in an Asian Studies or … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Marcus Nguyen

Jenna Anderson- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Mark Hanson ‘83, Recreation Program Coordinator. Hanson has a BA in Environmental Studies from Gustavus, and an MA in Experiential Education from Mankato State University. He coached the Men’s Basketball team for 36 years and has previously served as a mentor and advisor for the Title IX office. Outside of Gustavus, he enjoys fly-fishing, canoeing, birding, … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Mark Hanson

Jenna Anderson- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Senior Erika Henrichs. From Greek Life to being a Greeter to many honors societies, Henrichs is deeply involved in the Gustavus community. She holds leadership positions across campus and is described by one of her roommates, Senior Sophia Brown, as, “the most driven and hardworking person I know. She gets involved wherever she can and always … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Erika Henrichs

Colleen Coleman- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Dr. Chris Gilbert, Professor of Political Science. Well known for his kind spirit and exam day brownies, Gilbert serves as the faculty chair for the Political Science department, advising for Social Studies Education majors and the Gustavus Game Club. Outside of Gustavus, he spends his summer golfing and reading, always rooting for the Philadelphia Eagles, and … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Chris Gilbert

Jenna Anderson- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Senior Hanna Lee. She is a History and Peace Studies double major with a minor in Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies (GWS).  Lee takes particular interest in U.S. history, specifically feminist U.S. history. She is currently doing her capstone project on the public perception of the 1991 Anita Hill and Clarence Thomas hearings. “It’s [focused on] … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Hanna Lee

Amelia Dewberry- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Professor and Chair in Classical Studies and Professor in Peace Studies and Comparative Literature, Seán Easton. Easton first became interested in classical studies when he was growing up in remote Ireland. His father read to him from a book called Heroes of Greece and Troy. “Those stories really had free reign in my imagination. There wasn’t … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Sean Easton

Colleen Coleman- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Dr. Sean Cobb, Associate Professor in English and Director of Film and Media Studies program. On campus, he has been involved with KGSM, LineUs, Bad Movie Club, The Fourth Crown, and this is his 17th academic year at Gustavus.  Even though Gustavus wasn’t entirely on his radar before coming here, Cobb has grown to love campus. … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Sean Cobb