‘Nursing Student of the Week’ Category


Each week this site will feature a senior nursing major. Stop back often to get to know the young men and women who have chosen this rewarding major and their career goals.


Kailee Carlson ’15

Tell us a little bit about yourself: I grew up in Chisago City, MN.  I love being active and am on the cross country team at Gustavus.  One of my biggest passions in life is traveling!  I recently got back from spending 6 weeks in Alaska doing nursing clinicals and was in Sweden this past June […]

Haley Kemper ’15

Tell us a little bit about yourself: Hi! I would have to say my number one passion in life is spending time with everyone I love, including my family, friends, and puppy. I grew up in Prior Lake, MN with all of my cousins and relatives living there also, thus we are all very close. I […]

Hannah Baumann ’15

Tell us a little bit about yourself: I have a sister that is 23 currently working at the VA for her doctorate in occupational therapy.  I have a 16 year old brother at Hill-Murray killin’ it in the sports department.  I am President of Alpha Sigma Tau sorority.  I love hanging out with little kids (BPLP) […]

Molly Ashwill ’15

Tell us a little bit about yourself: Hi, my name is Molly! I’m a Senior Nursing major from Annandale, Minnesota. On campus, I am involved in the Servant Leadership Program and Gustie Greeters among other things. I have two sisters, a brother, and a miniature golden doodle named Clover. Why did you choose Nursing as […]

Krista Brockberg ’15

Tell us a little bit about yourself: I am a senior from Chaska, Mn and grew up with two older brothers who also attended Gustavus. I’m involved in FCA, Proclaim, Gustie Greeters, as well as intramural sports on campus. During the summer I love being on the lake and grilling out with family. Why did you […]

Kaylee Maxon ’15

Tell us a little bit about yourself: I grew up in rural New Richland, MN, with my mom, dad, and younger brother.  I love hanging out with my friends, playing volleyball or throwing the hammer in track & field, hunting, fishing, camping, and gardening. Why did you choose Nursing as a major? I chose Nursing because I […]

Benjamin Williams ’15

Tell us a little bit about yourself: I’m from Apple Valley, Minnesota. I enjoy camping, hunting, fishing, and playing rugby. Why did you choose Nursing as a major? I chose nursing because I want to remove pain and fear from people’s lives. What’s your favorite clinical rotation and why? My favorite clinical rotation was at Children’s. Kids […]

Carl Skrukrud ’15

Tell us a little bit about yourself: 22 year old male, originating from Prairie Village, KS.  Mom, dad, brother, sister, and a dauchshund.  Hobby: guitar playing, all types. Why did you choose Nursing as a major? I burnt my feet badly around 8 years of age and there was a fantastic nurse who inspired me to pay […]

Tess Malanaphy ’15

Tell us a little bit about yourself: I was raised in Stillwater Minnesota by two amazing parents, Peg & Brennan, and two equally amazing older sisters. I transferred to Gustavus from Hiram College, a small liberal arts school in OH. I’ve always been passionate about nursing and found that Gustavus was a more welcoming location for […]

Melissa Doyle ’15

Tell us a little bit about yourself: I grew up in White Bear Lake, MN. On campus I played Gustavus hockey and am a leader in FCA. Outside of school, I love to waterski and play with my puppy. Why did you choose Nursing? Looking at possible career paths, I wanted to pair my biology with […]