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Higher EducationMinnesota, United States1001-5000 Employees
Gustavus Adolphus College is a church-related, residential liberal arts institution rooted in Swedish and Lutheran heritage. It provides a liberal arts education of recognized excellence delivered by faculty who uphold high standards of teaching and scholarship. The college designs its curriculum to help students achieve mastery in a chosen field within an interdisciplinary and international framework, balancing tradition with innovation and encouraging open exchange of ideas and independent learning. Based in St. Peter, Minnesota, the college fosters a diverse community that respects the dignity of all people and nurtures mature engagement with the Christian faith and service. Its institutional values: Excellence, Service, Justice, Faith, and Community, guide its approach to education and to preparing students for leadership and lifelong learning. In 2025 the college announced the appointment of John C. Volin as its president, marking a notable leadership transition.