Author: harrietanderson
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Kat Cárdenas ’24
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“The Gustavus faculty has allowed me to gain experience in Psychology, provided me with many courses to expand my knowledge in the field, and provided me with information on internship opportunities throughout my time at Gustavus.” Having decided on a Psychology major in high school, Kat was initially drawn to Gustavus due to its Psychology…
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Lachen Reid ’24
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“I think the Religion department and its professors are cognizant of the modern day requirements for humanities-based professions and create courses geared towards preparing students for life beyond college.” Coming to Gustavus partially for the seminar-style classes, Lachen has greatly appreciated the classroom environment that he has found within the Religion Department. He says, “Classes…
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Lindsey Westerberg ’23
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“The faculty in the department helped prepare me for a career by providing opportunities to explore different avenues in psychology.” Lindsey’s interest in psychology began when she was just a child, and she remembers growing up asking questions about why people interact the way that they do. Throughout her experience at Gustavus, Lindsey has been…
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Ainsley Cox ’24
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“Nearly all of my classes involve group discussions, usually about a research paper, where we extrapolate and practically apply the knowledge.” Ainsley’s focus when deciding to become a Psychology major was the major’s implications in helping people. Although they have always been interested in the mind’s functions, as they grew older they became passionate about…
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Sophie Martinez ’23
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“The department welcomes all students to ask hard questions, challenge themselves academically, and push further towards understanding themselves and the world around them.” Sophie chose to major in Religion because of its opportunities to enter various areas of study and to deepen her personal understanding and worldview, while also being able to further understand the…
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Maddy Himmer ’23
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“I feel prepared through this department to engage in my workplace communities and to explore diversity in ideas in those spaces.” As a Communication Studies Major, Maddy’s passion for deliberation, communication, and navigating cultural differences led her to pursue a minor in Religion. Within the Religion Department, Maddy has found an environment in which her…
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Benji Huff ’24
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“[Religion professors] have devoted themselves to being a helpful and accessible resource for everyone at Gustavus.” As a double major, Benji has found a sense of community within both the Geography and Religion departments. Benji has been able to combine these majors to start to develop a well-rounded understanding of how the world works, both…
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Jenna Hogstad ’25
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“The professors I have encountered have had substantial and multifaceted experience within their area of expertise, and I value their advice substantially.” With a Management major, Jenna has been able to incorporate her interest in biology to pursue a career in the business end of the medical field. Within the Business and Management Department, Jenna…
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Jenna Wyum ’23
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“There are so many opportunities that the Business and Economics Department offers students to grow in their careers, and I am thankful for all of the guidance I’ve received and the relationships I’ve formed that I know I can rely on as I begin my future career.” Knowing since high school that she wanted to…
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Lissie Artley ’25
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“The Political Science Department has improved my writing and critical thinking skills, both of which I will be able to apply to future careers in or out of the political world.” Lissie chose to major in Political Science in addition to a History major, saying, “I have always been interested in bettering my understanding of…