Academics

Tag: Student

  • Mara Holland ’26

    Mara Holland ’26

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    “I’ve always have been interested in healthcare, but public health offers a new behind-the-scenes perspective I never knew existed.” Choosing a major can be a stressful decision, and it was for Mara Holland. She kept losing interest in her classes, wondering if she had to settle for something “good enough.” Luckily, with the help of…

  • Will Sarkinen ’25

    Will Sarkinen ’25

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    “Every day working towards your degree is a privilege that you should take advantage of.” Will Sarkinen has taken advantage of the neverending opportunities Gustavus provides to build meaningful relationships and experiences. This starts with his major, where he puts his passion for learning into the wide-ranging Peace, Justice, and Conflict Studies program.  Will chose…

  • Rachel Harding ’26

    Rachel Harding ’26

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    “I believe nursing allows me to live out my faith through service; demonstrating worship in action by caring for those in need.” When Rachel Harding originally chose Gustavus, her decision came down to the look of the campus and the interest of volleyball recruiters. While these reasons were enough to get her to the Hill,…

  • Dylan Vilt ’25

    Dylan Vilt ’25

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    “The way you dig deeper into the meaning of sports and what truly classifies a sport is very mind opening and gives a new perspective to something you thought you knew a lot about. It made me think about sports and competition in a whole new way.” Dylan Vilt knew he was going to be a…

  • Gage Gohl ’26

    Gage Gohl ’26

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    “Continuing to help me network and interact with people who are wanting to share their knowledge with me has been the most valuable preparation for my future” Gage Gohl has always loved sports and has many mentors from to his involvement in athletics. Given his life-long passion for sport and the outstanding faculty in the…

  • Jacob Partington ’25

    Jacob Partington ’25

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    “ Classes include a lot of discussion with my peers, which helped me build relationships.” Jacob Partington chose his Health and Physical Education major because of his interest in exercise and working with children and is looking forward to a career in teaching.  The classes in the Health and Exercise Department are informative and fun.…

  • Lupe Olague ’26

    Lupe Olague ’26

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    “The faculty has supported me by providing step-by-step guidance and offering alternative options when needed.”  Lupe Olague has always had a love for sports and an interest in the medical field. She is interested in athletic training because she saw the need for trainers at many school athletic competitions while she was growing up. The…

  • Annika Reierson ‘24

    Annika Reierson ‘24

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    “All faculty members in the HES Department have prepared me for my future career as a Physician’s Assistant.” Planning to pursue a career as a Physician’s Assistant, Annika chose a major in Exercise Physiology due to an interest in exercise as “a pillar of health and wellness.” Annika appreciates the atmosphere within the Health and…

  • Olivia Falk ‘24

    Olivia Falk ‘24

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    “The community you build with fellow students within the department is also extremely supportive and you make real connections.” As a Biology and Biology Education double major, Olivia has spent much of her time at Gustavus in the Biology department. She describes the department as incredibly welcoming, with professors and fellow classmates always being there…

  • Benjy Vandeberg ‘26

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    “[Education faculty] have challenged me to think critically, encouraged me to explore new ideas, and supported me in developing my teaching skills.”  Choosing to come to Gustavus primarily for the Education Department, Benjy decided to major in Health and Physical Education hoping to teach and coach at the high school level. Throughout his time in…