Archive for May, 2021

Doug Thompson Named Inaugural Vice President for Equity and Inclusion

Doug Thompson, PhD, will serve as the inaugural Gustavus vice president focused specifically on diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial justice.

S.9: E.8: Enthralled by Museums

Learning for Life @ Gustavus host Greg Kaster interviews Gustavus alum and American Swedish Institute experience director Ingrid Nyholm-Lange.

S.9, E.7: From Coffee Can to Paint Pail

Learning for Life @ Gustavus host Greg Kaster interviews Gustavus alumnus and inventor-entrepreneur Mark Bergman '79.

A Year Later, the Class of 2020 Gets Its In-Person Commencement

Part unofficial reunion, part cathartic closure, and all joyful, members of the Class of 2020 returned to the beloved campus they abruptly exited last spring.

Congratulations to the Class of 2021

“No class deserved a perfect day more than the Class of 2021,” said Scott Anderson ’89, chairman of the Gustavus Board of Trustees, as he opened Commencement ceremonies.

S.9, E.6: “Of Those Who Have a Lot, a Lot Is Expected”

Learning for Life @ Gustavus host Greg Kaster interviews Gustavus alumnus and founder of Infinity Wealth Alliance Luther Hagen '88.

Hiquiana To Give Remarks On Behalf of Gustavus Class of 2021

The physics major and tennis player will speak at the 2021 commencement ceremony on Thursday, May 13 at 10:30 a.m.

S.9, E.5: The Long Jump, Classics, and Africa Night

Learning for Life @ Gustavus host Greg Kaster interviews Gustavus senior and soon-to-be graduate Tyra Banks '21.

Marinari Wins 2021 Faculty Scholarly Accomplishment Award

The history and gender, women, and sexuality studies professor's research focuses on the experiences of immigrant and migrant communities.

Yangh Wins Fulbright Award to Teach in Taiwan

Quincy Yangh '21 adds a Fulbright English Teaching Assistant grant to his long list of awards won as a Gustavus student.