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We come together to talk about important ideas like right and wrong, what it means to exist, how we know things, and what gives life meaning. You don’t need to be a Philosophy major, just someone who’s curious and enjoys thoughtful discussions. Our club is open and welcoming to all students who want to learn and grow through conversation.

Gustavus Adolphus College Campus Store & Course Materials Portal (Slingshot)
This is the official Gustavus portal where students can manage digital or physical textbooks, rental options, and college apparel through the integrated Slingshot platform. Embedded within the Book Mark store’s infrastructure, it offers seamless ordering, returns, buyback services, and support—delivered via the student’s Gustavus credentials

The Wind Studies program at Gustavus is a dynamic and creative program centered on the core ideals of the liberal arts. The Wind Studies program features a wide variety of ensembles with varying levels of time commitment and styles of repertoire. Our two large ensembles are the storied Gustavus Wind Orchestra, a flexible wind ensemble, and the Gustavus Wind Symphony, a traditional large symphonic wind ensemble.

We help Gustie students of all academic backgrounds identify ideas, projects, and processes that could be converted into value-creating enterprises. Through opportunities such as the Gustie Tank and the Seed Money grants, students conduct small scale experiments and collect feedback on their ideas. Students can also enter the Gustie Entrepreneur Cup, and form connections with our extensive network of alumni.

The Library and Archives provides access to books, periodicals, government documents, and databases. The librarians are eager to help you with research questions. The library also holds the college and Lutheran Church Archives and has great study spaces. See Library hours, information on inter-library loans, and LibGuides providing research help for different majors. Access the library search to find books, research databases, and more.

Students interested in dentistry and oral health major in Biology, Chemistry, and/or Biochemistry and Molecular Biology. You'll gain an excellent scientific foundation with the flexibility to delve into diverse electives. Here, your career as a dentist, orthodontist, and oral surgeon begins with strong academics and a vibrant on-campus community. And the Office of Health Professions provides helps you navigate prerequisite courses and dental school applications.

The African/African Diaspora Studies minor is designed to offer students an opportunity to study the African continent and African Diaspora (African descendants and peoples spread throughout the world) through varied courses across the curriculum. The wealth and the diversity of cultures and experiences of African peoples and nations is the focus of these courses. In taking these courses, students will also critically examine the connections between Africa and the African Diaspora around the world.