Archive for 2016

Looking Back on 2016

As 2016 draws to a close, let’s take a moment to look back on the calendar year. A lot can happen on a college campus in 12 months. Here are some snapshots of the many events, experiences, and stories of our students, alumni, and faculty who combine to make Gustavus great…

Gustavus Wins Inaugural Minnesota College Ballot Bowl

Sixty-three percent of the College's students registered to vote, winning Minnesota Secretary of State Steve Simon's inaugural Ballot Bowl.

Dave Brazel ’17: Cadet, Scholar, Athlete

As a Gustavus student and Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) Cadet at Minnesota State University, Mankato’s Military Science Program, Brazel will be commissioned as a 2nd Lieutenant and begin his service as an infantry officer in the U.S. Army when he graduates this fall.

Video: Emily Syverud ’17 Spends Semester in Spain

What's it like for a Gustavus student to study away in Seville, Spain? Watch the video to find out!

Konkol Elected to ACURA Executive Committee

Rev. Dr. Brian E. Konkol was elected to the Executive Committee of the Association of College and University Religious Affairs (ACURA) at a recent national gathering that was held in Washington DC.

Lhotka Crowned as 76th Saint Lucia

This year’s St. Lucia, Alicia Lhotka of Eden Prairie, exhibits the St. Lucia qualities of service, compassion, character, and courageous leadership.

Gustavus Announces $3.7 Million Gift to Create New Scholarship Programs

Gustavus Adolphus College is excited to announce a $3.7 million cash gift to fund scholarships for top-tier students. This gift will allocate over $500,000 per year for the next seven years to create two new scholarship programs.

75 Years of St. Lucia

St. Lucia and Court, 1981. Traditionally the Festival service takes place at Christ Chapel with a Scandinavian smörgåsbord luncheon after. The Festival service is open to the public. Luncheon tickets are $25 and can be purchased at gustavustickets.com. Gustavus Adolphus College will celebrate its annual Festival of St. Lucia at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. […]

Winds of Christmas Concert Set for Dec. 6

The annual Winds of Christmas Concert will take place at 10 a.m. on Tuesday, December 6 in Christ Chapel.

Kristen Lowe’s Documentary to Air on TPT This Saturday

Art professor Kristen Lowe's documentary, Painting the Place Between, will be broadcast on Twin Cities Public Television four times on Saturday, December 3. The piece will air on the TPT MN channel at 1 a.m., 7 a.m., 1 p.m, and 7 p.m.