I grew up loving sports and being outside. Nature, camping and outdoor activities consumed my life. But somewhere along the way I discovered that I loved the world of reading. On summer days I'd find a cool spot outside and hide from my brothers and sisters (all nine of them) and read. It usually got me in trouble for slacking on my duties, but… (continue reading)
Barbara Fister has been a librarian at Gustavus since 1987. She coordinates the library instruction program, provides reference services, builds the collection in several areas and participates with other members of the library staff in a unique collaborative management model. She teaches Information Fluency (spring), a January Term course on books… (continue reading)
I began working at the Library in 2006 and was hired as Assistant Professor in the Library in 2007. I oversee the library's integrated library system and also keep up-to-date on current trends in library catalogs. In addition to participating in the library's collection development and reference programs, I teach a number of library instruction sessions… (continue reading)
Anna joined the library in 2002. She contributes to the library's reference, instruction, and collection development programs. She also manages the library's electronic resource collection and participates in shared management of the library. Her research and professional interests include collaborative library work environments, electronic resources… (continue reading)
Jeff Jenson came to Gustavus during August 2007. His professional background includes work with archives development, public service, and education.
I have always loved stories. I love hearing them, telling them and reading them. I wonder about the lives of the characters beyond the story at hand, about the reality or unreality of their worlds. This curiosity to know what else is going on is the basis for my interest in history, the stories of our various pasts. I love to hunt for the evidence… (continue reading)
Sarah joined the library in 2005. She is responsible for managing print and online serial collections and participates in the shared management of the library. She is also working on a master's degree in Anthropology at Minnesota State University, Mankato.
I began working at the library as Administrative Assistant in 1987. I have always loved to read, but never imagined myself working in a library. It has turned out to be a great experience--I really enjoy being a part of the college campus and the Folke Bernadotte Library staff.
Michelle Twait has been a librarian and faculty member at Gustavus since 2000. She provides reference assistance and library instruction; builds the collection in several areas (with particular responsibility for the reference collection); and participates in the shared management of the library.
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Majored in Music & Religion at GAC. Sang in Gustavus Choir four years. CF in Rundstrom and Norelius. · Pastor of St. Barnabas Lutheran Church, Plymouth, MN 1985-present.