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English
The Gustavus English Department leads students to explore literature, film, and creative writing through inclusive global perspectives, strong writing skills, internships, and community engagement.
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Health and Exercise Science
Through the Gustavus Health and Exercise Science Department, students study human health, fitness, and wellness with hands-on labs, internships, and research to prepare for careers in health fields. Home to Exercise Physiology and Health and Physical Education majors/minors.
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Nursing
Gustavus Nursing Department is home to an accredited clinical nursing education experience grounded in the liberal arts. Graduates are eligible for the National Council Licensure Examination and meet the requirements for certification as a public health nurse in Minnesota.
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Physics
The Gustavus Physics Department offers a major/minor that blends liberal‑arts problem‑solving, faculty‑mentored research, lab experience, and career prep.
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Sociology and Anthropology
Through the Gustavus Sociology & Anthropology Department, students explore cultures, institutions, and inequality via interdisciplinary research, fieldwork, internships, and global learning.
Living on Campus
Living on campus is at the heart of the Gustavus experience—close community, vibrant events, and a variety of dorms and apartments make campus feel like home from day one to graduation.
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Art and Art History
Gustavus Art and Art History blends studio practice and art history with global study, exhibitions, and career prep for artists, educators, and curators.
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Biology
Through the Biology Department, students study living systems from molecules to ecosystems with hands‑on labs, year‑round research, faculty mentorship, and career prep in top facilities.
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Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean Studies
Gustavus's Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean Studies Department goes beyond language into cultural immersion, study‑abroad experiences, internships, and equity‑driven learning.
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Political Science
Through the Gustavus Political Science Department, students explore government, policy, law, and global affairs. Expect internships, research, active student organizations, and opportunities for leadership.
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Psychological Science
Through the Gustavus Psychological Science Department, students study the mind and behavior, engage in research, internships, community-engaged learning, and get faculty mentorship for diverse careers.
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Theatre and Dance
Gustavus Theatre & Dance Department offers majors in Theatre Performance, Design & Technology, and Dance, plus performance-based minors and a related arts entrepreneurship minor.