Gustie of the Week: Jessye Flannery

Going above and beyond in all she does. As Finance Chair on Student Senate, Jessye Flannery brings a positive attitude and personality to the position. The unique spelling of her name is one feature of this remarkable woman. “My mom wanted my name to be unique,” she said. “The spelling ‘Jessye’ comes from the opera singer Jessye Norman. My mom saw her interviewed on TV … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Jessye Flannery

Gustie of the Week: Chooey

Matt Wasson: professional yet chill Senior Communications Studies Major Matt Wasson, who goes by Chooey, is a kid at heart who isn’t intimidated by hard work. “I look for new challenges and fun in everyday. I try to have at least one meaningful conversation everyday that leaves me with a smile,” he said. He got his unique nickname, Chooey, from his brother who couldn’t say … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Chooey

Gustie of the Week: Kristen Campbell

“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

Gustie of the Week: Seth Anderson

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

Gustie of the Week: Chad Fothergill

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

Gustie of the Week: Irma Marquez

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

Gustie of the Week: Evan Taylor

“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

Gustie of the Week: Ally Voss

Ally stays involved on campus as a member of the Sigmas, the track team and her passion for working with people Junior Ally Voss has been, and continues to be, a very important part of the Gustavus community. She is a double major in sociology/anthropology and Spanish, and as proud a Gustie as they come. “Ally has one of the most positive attitudes toward Gustavus,” … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Ally Voss

Gustie of the Week: Claudia Martinez

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