Student Organization
Alpha Sigma Tau
We empower women to excel through sisterhood and personal growth. We develop leadership skills, build lasting friendships, and discover our best selves. Our core values are intellect, excellence, graciousness, respect, and connections.
Alumni
Stay connected with Gustavus through alumni events, class reunions, networking, and giving opportunities that celebrate your legacy and support future Gusties. Also find the form for the Referral Scholarship program to help recruit future Gusties.
Our People
Amanda Nienow
Dr. Amanda Nienow began her Gustavus career in 2007, in the department of chemistry. She obtained her PhD in (Physical) Chemistry at the University of Minnesota and completed a brief post-doctoral fellowship at Purdue University in West Lafayette, IN. In 2013, she was promoted to Associate Professor and in 2018, was promoted to Professor. She has authored multiple peer-reviewed publications with undergraduate students related to environmental fate and photochemistry of herbicides. She recently won the Janet Anderson Award from the Midstates Consortium for Math and Sciences for her work mentoring students in undergraduate research. Dr. Nienow served as co-chair of the Chemistry Department from 2015-2020 and 2023-2026 with Dr. Dwight Stoll. She currently serves as the Director of Undergraduate Research and regularly teaches SIG-370, Signature Experience - Research along with physical chemistry courses.
Student Organization
American Cancer Society at Gustavus
We spread awareness and raise funds to support cancer research through the American Cancer Society. We believe every student can make a meaningful difference in the fight against cancer.