Alumni Blog

Author: Megan Myhre

  • Twelve Gustavus Trumpeters at a Twins Game

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    Megan Myhre

    Twelve Gustavus trumpeters played as part of the Bemidji State Trumpet Invitational performance of the National Anthem at the Twins game at Target Field on April 25th. The music arrangement was written by Steve Wright (music faculty) and featured trumpeters Cory Ruegg ’12, Julie Hill ’12, Matthew Martin ’12, Nick Mason ’14, Tim Grev ’13,…

  • DC Area Wine Tasting Event

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    Megan Myhre

      Gusties in the Washington DC area met on Saturday, April 14 for a Wines of the World Event at the home of David Magee ’83. Pictured: Dawn Nelson ’68, Anne Johnson ’84, JanaLee Sponberg ’68, David Magee ’83, Melissa Barkalow ’02, and Brittany Bauer ’11.

  • Stephanie Janacek ’07 and Andrew Aplin ’08

    Stephanie Janacek ’07 and Andrew Aplin ’08

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    Megan Myhre

    Stephanie Janacek ’07 and Andrew Aplin ’08 got married on October 8, 2011 in Woodbury, MN, joining the statistic that 20% of Gusties are married to each other. They took a “Gustie photograph” with 27 total alumni and 1 current Gustie.

  • Marv P ’91 and Joanell Dyrstand ’64, P ’91, and Jon Warling ’14

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    Megan Myhre

    Marv P ’91 & Joanell Dyrstad ’64, P ’91 met their scholarship recipient, Jon Warling ’14 of Merrifield, MN on September 30, 2011.  Marv & Joanell established the Joanell & Marvin Dyrstad Family Scholarship Fund in 2007 to help students from MN. Jon Warling ’14 is actively involved on campus through the Campus Activities Board,…

  • Class of ’71 looked great for their 40-Year Reunion

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    Megan Myhre

    Here are some pictures from the Class of 1971. They had a terrific weekend full of hugs, memories and good times! Thanks to all who attended and made it a terrific Homecoming/Reunion Weekend!

  • Class of 1981 knows how to “Celebrate Good Times!”

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    Megan Myhre

    The Class of ’81 had quite the 30-Year Reunion! Flash mob, good times, and laughter all rolled up into one great Homecoming/Reunion Weekend. Thanks to all who worked hard to make it a good one!

  • Students and Alumni Connect over Nobel Luncheon

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    Megan Myhre

    In conjunction with the 47th Nobel Conference “The Brain and Being Human”, the Office of Alumni Relations and the Center for Servant Leadership collaborated to host a Mentoring Luncheon to connect current students with an interest in neuroscience with alumni who work in related fields. The luncheon was held on the first day of the…

  • Paul Batz ’85 is asking, “When’s the last time you pulled your ‘fun-muscles?’”

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    Megan Myhre

    Don’t miss this interesting, passionate, and tug-at-you-heartstrings blog post written by Paul Batz ’85 (co-founder of What Really Works) all about Gustavus and Homecoming! Here is a little piece of the blog. Read the whole article at www.paulbatz.com. “I’m glad it’s Tuesday morning. Seriously, there’s a couple thousand proud Gustavus Adolphus College people — from…

  • Mary Dieter Larson ’88 at Family Healthcare Center

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    Megan Myhre

    In June 2011, the Bush Foundation announced the selection of 18 new Bush Fellows — the first cohort of the redesigned Bush Fellowship Program. Through courageous leadership and by bringing diverse opinions together, they will work through the tough problems their communities face to find meaningful solutions. Mary Dieter Larson (’88), Lifestyle Medicine Provider, at…

  • 60th Birthday Bash

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    Megan Myhre

    There were ten “hosts” of this 60th Birthday Party… six were Gusties! All turning 60, they entertained over 400 of their friends. Many Gusties were in attendance at The Metropolitan Club on the night of May 20th this year. They danced the night away to the “R” Factor. Among the “hosts” pictured are Steve Ogren…