Senior Political Science and Communication Studies Major Stephanie Swanson has used her four years at Gustavus to develop her passion of absorbing cultures, deepen her involvement in the Gustavus community, and show off her bubbly personality. Stephanie grew up in Grand Forks, ND with a family that encouraged her college pursuit. Drawn to the personable community and great food, Stephanie chose Gustavus. She has given … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Stephanie Swanson

Growing up in Houston, Texas, Mark Zorrilla has traveled a long way to be a part of Gustavus, but it has definitely been worth the distance from home.  Mark has made his two and a half years at Gustavus a meaningful experience for himself and those around him. He first came to Gustavus because of the science programs, and soon found they were just some … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Mark Zorrilla

As a history major from Appleton, Wisconsin, Sophomore Sam Panzer would appear to be a typical college student. However, this is far from the case. Sam is an engaging, innovative student working towards strengthening the community at Gustavus. Since his first day at Gustavus, Sam has stood out from the rest. Sam’s advisor and former First Term Seminar Professor Greg Kaster immediately noticed his potential. … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Sam Panzer

First-year Deborah Witherspoon has made quite the impression in her first months’ time at Gustavus. When Deb visited the college, she was happy to see the strength of the performing arts programs. After moving from Fremont, Cali., Deb became heavily involved in theatre, and is currently working on her third play. Deb first entered the Gustavus theatre scene with this fall’s production of The Trojan … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Deborah Witherspoon

Senior Cameron Clause stood at the starting line of his final heptathlon event in the national indoor track and field meet. Exhausted from the first six events he had already finished, his mind was calculative. He thought only of the strategy in running this last race. As the gun sounded, he took off, only to realize that within the first 50 meters his shoe had … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Cameron Clause

Her smile, infectious laugh, and goofy personality are traits by which many on campus best remember Grace Goblirsch. As an aspiring Health Fitness major, Grace excelled both in the pool, as a member of the Gustavus Swim and Dive team and in the classroom. After being diagnosed with leukemia last December in the middle of her sophomore year, there was no question as to whether … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Grace Goblirsch