Meet GustavusSunday, January 25, 2026 | 3 - 5 p.m.

We hope you can attend this exclusive admission event in the Twin Cities! This unique reception will connect you with current Gustavus students, staff, and alumni. See the list of who we're bringing to International Market Square -- this list will continue to grow, so be sure to check back closer to the event! Light hors d'oeuvres and refreshments will be served. Each admitted student in attendance will receive their choice of a Gustavus sweatshirt, Gustavus blanket, or a Gustavus Hydro Flask water bottle.

Register for January 25

Check back to see the growing lineup we are bringing from Gustavus!

Senior Leadership

  • John Volin | President of the College
  • Kim Frisch | Vice President for Enrollment Management
  • Brenda Kelly | Provost
  • Pamela Conners | Vice Provost for Academic Affairs
  • Tom Flunker | Interim Vice President for Community & Belonging 

Science & Math

  • Julie Bartley | Environment, Geography, and Earth Science
  • Amanda Nienow | Chemistry
  • Heather Haemig | Biochemistry and Molecular Biology
  • Laura Triplett | Environment, Geography and Earth Sciences
  • Jillian Downey | Math, Statistics, and Computer Science

Health Professions

  • Mary Westby | Master of Athletic Training, Health and Exercise Science
  • Claire Woebke | Master of Athletic Training
  • Melissa Banse | Office of Health Professions

Arts & Humanities

  • Darío Sánchez-González | Modern Languages, Literatures, and Cultures
  • Dave Stamps | Music
  • Jill Patterson | Theatre/Dance
  • Matt Rightmire | Theatre/Dance
  • Colleen Stockman | Art & Art History, Hillstrom Museum of Art
  • Lisa Heldke | Philosophy
  • Phillip Voight | Communication Studies

Social Science & Education

  • Peter Stark | Business and Economics
  • Jeff Owen | Business and Economics, Sport Management
  • Lisa Ortmann | Education
  • Katrina Imison-Mázy | Education
  • Romina Peña-Pincheira | Education
  • Richard Leitch | Political Science
  • Lucie Holmgreen |Psychological Science
  • Courtney Boucher | Sport Management
  • Cathy Harms | Business and Economics

Student Support

  • Megan Ruble | Associate Dean of Students
  • Grady St. Dennis | Executive Chaplain
  • Cinde Wiebusch | Accessibility Specialist 

Residential Life

  • Jason Langston | Director of Residential Life

Study Away

  • Christine Diaz | Director of International and Cultural Education
  • Maren Miner | International Education Coordinator 

Career Development

  • Hector Aguilar | Senior Career Development Specialist 

Athletics

  • Luke Weyandt | Swimming & Diving 

Financial Aid & Student Accounts

  • Mark Bauer | Dean of Financial Aid
  • Sara Gostomczik | Director of Financial Student Services
  • Jeff Ruble | Associate Dean of Financial Aid
  • Bryan Schmitz | Associate Dean of Financial Aid 
  • Brad Phillips | Associate Dean of Financial Aid

Current Gusties

  • Alex Buresh ‘26 | Political Science
  • Bella Sutch ‘28 | Computer Science, Statistics
  • Isabelle Berger ‘29 | Scandinavian Studies
  • Barrett Loof ‘28 | Japanese Studies, Computer Science
  • Chelsea Klaphake ‘26 | Communication Studies
  • Colleen Coleman ‘27 | Vocal Music Education
  • Elizabeth Simons ‘28 | Exercise Physiology
  • Kendall Wiggins ‘27 | Environmental Studies, Geology
  • Ronan Koll ‘27 | Exercise Physiology
  • Lucia Beste Zehnder ‘27 | Biology
  • Nina Nordstrom ‘26 | Elementary Education

Gustie Parents

  • Dawn Wieczorek 
  • Beth & Joel Akason 
  • Mike Finstad
  • Lisa & Andy Sackreiter 

Admission

  • David Kogler | Associate Vice President for Enrollment Management 
  • Natalie Lugg | Dean of Admission 
  • Bridgette Glynn | Assistant Dean of Admission
  • Julia Macor | Assistant Dean of Admission 
  • Roberto Toro | Assistant Dean of Admission
  • Jenesis Tompkins | Admission Counselor
  • Hannah Keator | Campus Visit Coordinator
  • Lindsey Owens | Senior Associate Dean of Admission
  • Liz Vine | Assistant Dean of Admission
  • Jenna Ryan | Associate Director of Admission Operations