“The thing about Kristen that has always really struck me is that nothing gets in her way.” — Katie Barta Kristen Campbell is a Gustie who strives to include everyone around her. She is very enthusiastic  about helping others. “[She’s] always looking out for other people,” Junior Dawn Comstock said. Kristen is able to fulfill this calling through her involvement with the Gustie Greeters, looking … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Kristen Campbell

Balancing a love of basketball with an education major. Senior Seth Anderson is a basketball star. He has been all-conference the last two years, was conference MVP this year, was nominated for the Jostens award and, thanks to the voting of his fellow students, will fly to Virgina for the All-Star game this Saturday. Despite all of his success, Seth remains humble. “Thanks, everybody, for … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Seth Anderson

Building on tradition with enthusiasm As a former Gustavus student and a current instructor, Chad Fothergill tries to find a balance between life and work. Chad initially came to Gustavus as a student with the intention to be a physics major, but quickly discovered he was more inclined to be a music major and history minor. “I changed pretty quick. I decided I liked practicing … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Chad Fothergill

Building bridges in more ways than one.   Senior Irma Marquez Trapero loves exploring issues of race, culture and diversity. Her majors in political science and gender, women and sexuality studies as well as the organizations she is involved in reflect this commitment. Irma is in Zeta Chi Phi Sorority and is the co-chair of Building Bridges. Although Building Bridges takes up much of her time … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Irma Marquez

“Life’s good and it always should be.”  When asked about what drives him, Evan Taylor will tell you that they are photography and cinematography. “It’s always been a part of me,” he said. The senior studio arts major and biology minor looks forward to graduating and continuing to share his talents with the world. He has been hired at a small Minneapolis advertising and marketing … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Evan Taylor

With a love for writing and dancing, Erin spends her last year at Gustavus enjoying both. Although Erin Simon may seem quiet and shy upon first meeting her, her friends are quick to describe her as being bright, kind and as having an infectious smile as well as being ready to break out in dance at all times—just one of her many talents. “Erin is … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Erin Simon

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