Archive for March, 2017

Virginia A. Groot Foundation Grant Creates Visiting Artist-in-Residence Position

A three-year, $300,000 grant from the Virginia A. Groot Foundation will support the development of a visiting three-dimensional artist-in-residence.

Marinari’s Immigration Research Provides Context, Stories

Dr. Maddalena Marinari's immigration research is contributing to several important national initiatives.

Gusties Visit State Capitol for Advocacy, Networking

Senior Emily Severson reflects on the annual Gustavus Day at the Capitol with the Minnesota Private College Council.

Two Alums Named to Minneapolis/St. Paul Business Journal’s 40 Under 40 List

Leah Wong '02 and Ari Silkey '99 were named to this year's list and will be honored at the 23rd annual 40 under 40 reception on Thursday, March 16.

Judge Tanya Bransford ’80 To Speak at Gustavus for 2017 Christenson Lecture

Hennepin County District Judge Tanya Bransford ‘80 will return to her alma mater to deliver a lecture at Gustavus Adolphus College on March 16 from 7 to 8:30 p.m. in the Wallenberg Auditorium. As the speaker for the 2017 Christenson Lectureship in Politics and Law, Bransford will examine the effect of implicit bias, address the increase in bias-motivated incidents, and offer strategies to challenge acts of explicit bias and confront our own unconscious biases.

Gustavus Seeks Public Comment for Accreditation

In preparation for a routine accreditation review, the College seeks public comment on quality and academic programming.

Lindau Residency Connects Students With Leading Conservative Voices

Dr. Robert George recently spent two days on campus visiting classes, meeting with students, and encouraging open dialogue.