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Tales from abroad: Lanie Altmann

Lanie Altmann is a junior Communications Studies Major with a minor in Film and Media Studies. Altmann is from Olivia, Minnesota, and is currently studying abroad in Amsterdam, Netherlands. At Gustavus, she actively participates in Gustie Buddies, Gustavus Women in Leadership, and the mentoring program. The Junior Communications Studies Major decided to study abroad “to experience a new culture and to become an independent individual.” … Continue reading Tales from abroad: Lanie Altmann

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Professor English enjoys traveling abroad during her free time.
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Gustie of the Week – Patricia English

Patricia English, an Associate Professor in the Communication Studies Department, is currently celebrating her eighteenth year teaching at Gustavus. Well-beloved on the Hill, she is known among her dear colleagues and students as Patty. On campus, Patty teaches Intercultural, Interpersonal, and Small-group Communication and her studies focus on Intercultural Communication and Performance studies.  Patty considers herself a curious person, always eager to learn about new … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Patricia English

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In her spare time, Mandii enjoys playing the ukelele.
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Gustie of the Week – Mandii Braun

At the age of nineteen, college sophomore, double major, double minor, Amanda or Mandii Braun heads to meeting with politician, Jeff Brand.  For her, this is a normal Tuesday afternoon.  Braun grew up in the suburbs of the Twin Cities. Coming from Bloomington Minn. Bruan hadn’t thought she would achieve her dream of being highly active in the political world.   Her freshman year of … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Mandii Braun

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Spotlight on: FOCUS IN/ON art collective

From September 10 to November 4, 2018, The Hillstrom Museum of Art (HMA) presents two exhibits to the public. One of them is FOCUS IN/ON, a collaborative art project between the HMA and a Gustavus faculty member featuring Minnesota artist Cameron Booth’s Toilers and 10 AM, Zero One, and Other Settings, a collection of paintings by Brooklyn Artist Tony Martin. As introduced by the Hilltrom … Continue reading Spotlight on: FOCUS IN/ON art collective

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Tales from Abroad: Katie Keelin

Katie Keelin is a Junior Gustie currently studying away in Denmark. This week, she took a moment to reflect on her time there so far, which has been a truly positive experience for her. Katie said she chose to study away in Denmark primarily because of a study abroad program called DIS, centered out of Copenhagen.  “DIS offers a lot of unique opportunities that other … Continue reading Tales from Abroad: Katie Keelin

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Rafay’s four years on campus have been filled with friendship and fun.
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Gustie of the Week – Rafay Arshad

Senior Rafay Arshad came to Gustavus from Pakistan three years ago, aspiring to endeavor in the unknown and his understanding of different cultures and people. Since coming to Gustavus, Mr. Arshad has developed multiple meaningful relationships and participated in several co- curricular activities on campus, including Student Senate and Building Bridges. Arshad shares that he most values the meaningful relationships that he has developed and … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Rafay Arshad

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A first year student moves into her room in Norelius hall.
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The evolution of the First-year experience

Picture this: it is a brisk fall day in September of 1970. You are a First-year student arriving for your first day at Gustavus. You unload your car and make your entrance into the newly built Norelius Hall entryway, where the dorm is already buzzing with the activity of 512 new First-years and their exhausted, sweaty move in crews. Students, both male and female, will … Continue reading The evolution of the First-year experience

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Fun fact: Joyce loves to read, listen to music, and spend time with friends.
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Gustie of the Week – Joyce Amakoue

Junior Joyce Amakoue is the epitome of a person who makes the most of every day. Originally born in the West African nation of Togo, Joyce and her family came to Minnesota in 2002, and currently reside in the city of Bloomington. This past week, Joyce traveled from Bloomington to Gustavus to begin training to become a Gustie Greeter and welcome the Class of 2022 to … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Joyce Amakoue

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Finale Concert with Symphony and Wind Ochestra

Dr. Justin Knoepfel and Dr. James Patrick Miller will present the Gustavus Symphony Orchestra and the Gustavus Wind Orchestra in their season finale concert which will feature the winners of the Gustavus Concerto/Aria Competition. The Gustavus Symphony Orchestra is an impressive ensemble here at Gustavus. It features dedicated students from a wide variety of majors. It is an integral part of the performance of Christmas … Continue reading Finale Concert with Symphony and Wind Ochestra

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ADIEU: Senior Studio Art Majors Exhibition 2018

As campus is getting ready to say goodbye to our 2018 seniors the Hillstrom Museum of Art, located in the basement of the Charles Jackson Campus Center, is one step ahead of the game. ADIEU: Senior Studio Art Majors Exhibition 2018 opened honors weekend (May 5) and will continue until after finals, ending on June 2, featuring the artwork of graduating seniors. Georgia Bebler, Sara … Continue reading ADIEU: Senior Studio Art Majors Exhibition 2018

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