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- Gustavus Alumni Rush Benson ‘13 is making a path for himself in the theatre and dance industries. He is currently working on Grease at Chanhassen Dinner Theater, and taking a leave of absence to choreograph Children’s Theatre Company’s Frozen. “Disney’s Frozen sweeps into Minnesota as Children’s Theatre Company premieres its original production of the hit Broadway musical,” as described by CTC. Benson is … Continue reading Interview with Children’s Theatre and Gustavus Alumnus Rush Benson
“The AI event was well attended by all facets of Gustavus community members which encouraged broader and more insightful dialogue. It was energizing, thought provoking, informative and also disheartening from an environmental perspective. Pandora’s box has been opened and it is up to all of us to best understand how we ethically, morally and efficiently engage with this new technology,” Nicole Goebel, Assistant Director of … Continue reading Generative AI and Gustavus: a Campus Conversation
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
