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Gustavus Receives Major Environmental Studies Grant

Gustavus Adolphus College is pleased to announce four strategic initiatives of its Environmental Studies Program thanks to a generous grant from The Margaret A. Cargill Foundation.

Video: The Making of Christmas in Christ Chapel

Have you wondered how the annual holiday service comes together? Gustavus senior Kyia Knutson produced the following video, which sheds some light on what went into this year’s service, “Julljus: Light from the Old World, Light to the New.”

Gustavus to Celebrate New Interfaith Space Tuesday

Gustavus Adolphus College will celebrate the creation of the Leadholm Interfaith Room from 5-7 p.m. Tuesday, Dec. 6. The new Interfaith space is located on the lower level of the C. Charles Jackson Campus Center adjacent to the Diversity Center and the Office of Residential Life.

Alumnus Kurt Elling Nominated for Grammy Award

Gustavus Adolphus College alumnus Kurt Elling ‘89 received his 11th Grammy nomination on Nov. 30 when the 54th annual Grammy nominations were announced in Los Angeles. Elling is nominated in the Best Jazz Vocal Album category for his newest album The Gate.

Summer Faculty-Student Collaboration Enhances Undergraduate Education

Summers at Gustavus Adolphus College provide a unique opportunity for high-quality, in-depth faculty-student collaboration. It's a productive time when both faculty members and students can delve into their research and creative projects.