Academics

Category: Profile

  • Ursula Lindqvist

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    “It’s why I teach, because really it means I get to be a student for life.” What are your areas of research and teaching expertise? Nordic colonialisms and postcolonial studies, comparative literature, Swedish/Gustavus settler history, Indigenous relations, global Nordic cinema, Swedish language and literature, diversity and social change in the global North  What is your…

  • Carlos Mejia Suarez

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    “My classroom revolves around the idea of communicating with each other, sharing ideas, and building on them according to negotiation of meaning and value systems.” What are your areas of research and teaching expertise? Latin American literature, Colombian contemporary novel, Peace Justice and Conflict Studies, Masculinity in Latin American cultural production, Creative Writing in Spanish…

  • Rachel Lester ’25

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    “One thing that I really appreciate about the learning atmosphere in the Biology Department is that most students seek to help each other and collaborate rather than compete with each other.” Planning to pursue plant science in graduate school, Rachel decided on a major in Biology to gain a strong foundation in general biology classes,…

  • Gabriela Rodriguez ’24

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    “I believe [Biology faculty] have provided me with the skills and education needed to succeed in my future career.” Coming to Gustavus knowing that she was interested in science, Gabriela was drawn to a major in Biology on the life sciences track after taking biology courses and enjoying the environmental aspect of the field. Since…

  • Emma Forsyth ’25

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    “My classmates have become my best friends and I love watching them dance in class and on stage.” As an aspiring dance studio instructor, Emma chose to major in Dance to provide her with post-graduation opportunities in dance education so that she can eventually teach young dancers and create choreography. Within the Theatre & Dance…

  • Lakesha Carter ’25

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    “The professors come from a variety of backgrounds that help get different perspectives and different learning techniques.” Originally planning on a major in Biology and a career in physical therapy, after coming to Gustavus Lakesha realized that nursing was a better career option for her. After working in an assisted living facility, she noticed what…

  • Harper Daire ’25

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    “Since our department is relatively small, I’ve had the chance to get to know several other S/A students after sharing classes with them, which is a nice way to build community.” Harper decided to major in Sociology and Anthropology after taking Intro to Sociology and appreciating the inquisitive nature of the course material, saying “It…

  • Emelia Gifford ’25

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    “[Professor Kate Aguilar] has gone out of her way to make sure I am getting the most out of my time here at Gustavus and is always there to chat!” In high school, Emelia felt that she never was able to learn about the African Diaspora, so she took the opportunity to learn more about…

  • Lauren MacLean ’24

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    “I was drawn to the minor of sport management because I am passionate about sports psychology and this was a great avenue for me to get more perspective of the different areas of sport.” As a Psychology major, Lauren has always been interested in sports psychology and decided that a minor in Sports Management would…

  • Jessica Stadick

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    “As a nursing student over 20 years ago, I often sat in class and wondered how education could be more hands on or application based, and since then it has been a goal of mine to teach nursing in that way” What are your areas of research and teaching expertise? Teaching Expertise= Acute Care: Medical…