<p>Dean of Students and Vice President for Student Life, JoNes VanHecke  ’88, reflects on attending Gustavus, embarking on a career in student  affairs, the purpose, responsibilities, and rewards of her current  position, the qualities that make for a successful dean of students, and  the special appeal of her alma mater. <a href="https://news.blog.gustavus.edu/2021/04/20/s-9-e-3-a-place-that-wants-to-be-in-community/">Click here for a transcript</a>.</p>

Dean of Students and Vice President for Student Life, JoNes VanHecke ’88, reflects on attending Gustavus, embarking on a career in student affairs, the purpose, responsibilities, and rewards of her current position, the qualities that make for a successful dean of students, and the special appeal of her alma mater. Click here for a transcript.

<p>Dean of Students and Vice President for Student Life, JoNes VanHecke &nbsp;’88, reflects on attending Gustavus, embarking on a career in student &nbsp;affairs, the purpose, responsibilities, and rewards of her current &nbsp;position, the qualities that make for a successful dean of students, and &nbsp;the special appeal of her alma mater. <a href="https://news.blog.gustavus.edu/2021/04/20/s-9-e-3-a-place-that-wants-to-be-in-community/" rel="noopener noreferrer">Click here for a transcript</a>.</p>

“A Place that Wants to Be in Community”

History professor Greg Kaster explores the intersections of liberal arts learning, current events, and real-world problem solving from the campus of Gustavus Adolphus College in Saint Peter, Minn. From conversations with cancer and climate change researchers to behind-the-scenes glimpses into higher ed decision-making, Kaster's short, engaging interviews introduce listeners to the people behind the ideas.

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