Teaching awareness with a laugh and a smile Claudia Martinez is a Secondary English Education Major with incredible leadership skills. She is co-president of the Women’s Awareness Center (WAC), Collegiate Fellow for the Seventh Street Houses, a member of the Diversity Leadership Council,  Zeta Chi Phi Sorority and Study Buddies. “Claudia is a quality leader.  She leads by example and takes the opinions, needs and … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Claudia Martinez

Enthusiastic about science and helping others John Anderson is an upbeat, charismatic senior chemistry major with a soft spot for helping others. John stays busy on campus as a member of M-pact, Alpha Phi Omega (APO), the Servant Leadership Program, Big Partner Little Partner, Wednesday Friends and is also a Writing Tutor. Though all of these activities may seem overwhelming to some, John embraces his … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: John Anderson

As a senior at Gustavus, Kelsey Swanson is looking forward to the future while enjoying her last few months here on campus. With a passion for learning, helping people and being a mentor for those around her, Kelsey is always there for those who need her and for whoever simply needs someone to listen to. Kelsey attended the University of Minnesota in the Twin Cities … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Kelsey Swanson

Fast Facts  Occupation: King of Sweden Born: Stockholm 1595 Married: Maria Eleonora of Brandenburg Successor: Daughter Christina War Attire: God was his armor Accredited Names: “The Golden King,” “The Lion of the North” and “the Great” Find him: Outside of Old Main and in the Jackson Campus Center   King Gustav II Adolf, who ruled Sweden from 1611 until his death in 1632, is celebrated … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: King Gustav II Adolf

Think back into the chasm of your memories and recall a time in your life when you were submerged in bliss. Everything that could go well is doing so and the world is happy that you’re happy. This is similar to the feeling you would experience upon meeting Katie Batz for the first time. Junior Communications Studies Major Katie Batz can be found at a … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Katie Batz

An independent voice with a caring heart Junior Political Science and Studio Art Major Bess Folsom is best known at Gustavus for her strong political beliefs. “What Bess might be known for on campus is that she is politically conservative.  I don’t know how unique that really is on this campus, but I do know that many conservative students choose to take a lower profile … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Bess Folsom

Brandon Hirdler is, in a word, involved. Not only does he keep busy with his double major in history and gender, women and sexuality studies (GWS), but he also keeps busy around campus, serving in a number of leadership roles. He is a member of Sigma Alpha Epsilon fraternity, serves as the business manager for Building Bridges, interns in the President’s Office and despite having … Continue reading Brandon Hirdler: Involved and hardworking with a soft spot for animals

Junior Chemistry and Environmental Studies Major Alison Agather is seen in many places around campus, but her go to destinations are the library, the rugby pitch and the Market Place “where food and friendship mix,” Alison said. She keeps her dinner guests guessing with her jokes and songs. “Her laughter is contagious and she brings an incredibly fun and positive attitude to every group she’s … Continue reading Alison Agather: Working hard on and off the field as a dedicated teammate, friend and student

Anyone who knows Ben Kolis is sure to know just how hardworking and passionate he is about soccer, theatre and life in general. The type of person who notices the beauty of the simplest things in life, Ben is described by peers and professors alike as “genuinely curious and heartwarming.” A senior theatre major and English minor, Ben currently maintains a busy schedule. While taking … Continue reading Theater and Soccer Star

Those who know Elizabeth Coco know that she just goes by “Coco.” Measuring just above five feet tall, what she lacks in height this woman makes up in passion and hard work, leaving many of her peers describing her as “larger than life.” Now in her senior year, Coco can tout a large list of involvement on campus. Former Co-President of the Women’s Awareness Center, … Continue reading Elizabeth Coco: Commitment to questioning and a passion for social justice