This month's alum highlight is Coursey Edwards '17! Coursey was a midfielder for the Gusties and is currently a nurse on the Birthing floor at Methodist Hospital in Minneapolis. We are pleased to introduce you to Coursey:
Why did you decide to attend Gustavus?
I decided to go to Gustavus because I felt it gave me what I was looking for academically and athletically and I valued what LBK had to offer with the soccer program. I also felt I would benefit from the small class sizes and the opportunities the college had to offer, again both academically AND athletically. But ultimately what made me choose Gustavus was how much I felt at home on the campus and with the team.
What was your top Gustavus Soccer Highlight?
Definitely going to the National Tournament in 2015. Duh!
What advice would you give to a first year student at Gustavus?
My advice would be to step out of your comfort zone and try new things. Once you graduate you will be put in situations you are not used to or may not feel as comfortable in. The more you practice that, the better off you will be once you graduate. Try an extracurricular activity for fun or because it is something totally different. Go to an event you wouldn’t normally go to or grab a friend and join something new. Experience all you can while it is at your fingertips. It will benefit you in the long run. Snowballing off that advice. Find those you trust and get along with and embrace, enjoy, and live in the moment with those people. Your Gustavus experience is your experience and it will be what you make of it!
What advice would you give to a senior in high school deciding between schools to attend?
Think about the feeling you got when you stepped onto campus. Think about the interactions you had with the staff there, the students walking around campus, and everyone you may have met on your tour. Your college experience will be heavily impacted by the people and relationships you make at whatever school you decide. I truly believe the people are what make it the right choice and the right place for you. (Obviously Gustavus because of the outstanding faculty and students, but I digress)
What did you major in at Gustavus?
I majored in Nursing.
What extracurriculars were you involved in at Gustavus?
I was involved in the Student Athletic Advisory Committee and also was a Class Representative for my nursing class.
What field are you in now? How did you end up there? How did Gustavus prepare you to go into this field?
I now work as a Registered Nurse in the Family Birth Center at Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital. Prior to graduation I was fortunate enough to receive a contingent offer to join the team at the Family Birth Center & have been there since graduating in 2017.The Gustavus Nursing program prepares all students extremely well regardless if they choose to pursue bedside nursing or not. Throughout my time at Gustavus I was able to immerse myself into the hospital setting through clinical work at various hospitals, one of which included Methodist Hospital. I feel that opportunity prepared me for where I am today.
Did you study abroad while at Gustavus? If so, where, and what was your experience like?
During my sophomore J-Term I traveled to Europe. I went on the Olympic Quest trip to England, Ireland, France, and Germany. My experience abroad was brief, but still taught me about how different cultures live.
Is there anything else that you’d like to share about your Gustavus experience?
I think another great thing about Gustavus is the fact that River Rock is right down the road. I would argue that River Rock has the best quiches around & their homemade caramel latte is to die for. But I would also like to add that I had the best experience at Gustavus. I was able to graduate with my degree, play a sport I love, gain lifelong friendships, and create memories and experiences that will last forever. If you reference my answer to [the advice question] I think that will help you do the same with your college experience.
I decided to go to Gustavus because I felt it gave me what I was looking for academically and athletically and I valued what LBK had to offer with the soccer program. I also felt I would benefit from the small class sizes and the opportunities the college had to offer, again both academically AND athletically. But ultimately what made me choose Gustavus was how much I felt at home on the campus and with the team.
What was your top Gustavus Soccer Highlight?
Definitely going to the National Tournament in 2015. Duh!
My advice would be to step out of your comfort zone and try new things. Once you graduate you will be put in situations you are not used to or may not feel as comfortable in. The more you practice that, the better off you will be once you graduate. Try an extracurricular activity for fun or because it is something totally different. Go to an event you wouldn’t normally go to or grab a friend and join something new. Experience all you can while it is at your fingertips. It will benefit you in the long run. Snowballing off that advice. Find those you trust and get along with and embrace, enjoy, and live in the moment with those people. Your Gustavus experience is your experience and it will be what you make of it!
What advice would you give to a senior in high school deciding between schools to attend?
Think about the feeling you got when you stepped onto campus. Think about the interactions you had with the staff there, the students walking around campus, and everyone you may have met on your tour. Your college experience will be heavily impacted by the people and relationships you make at whatever school you decide. I truly believe the people are what make it the right choice and the right place for you. (Obviously Gustavus because of the outstanding faculty and students, but I digress)
What did you major in at Gustavus?
I majored in Nursing.
What extracurriculars were you involved in at Gustavus?
I was involved in the Student Athletic Advisory Committee and also was a Class Representative for my nursing class.
I now work as a Registered Nurse in the Family Birth Center at Park Nicollet Methodist Hospital. Prior to graduation I was fortunate enough to receive a contingent offer to join the team at the Family Birth Center & have been there since graduating in 2017.The Gustavus Nursing program prepares all students extremely well regardless if they choose to pursue bedside nursing or not. Throughout my time at Gustavus I was able to immerse myself into the hospital setting through clinical work at various hospitals, one of which included Methodist Hospital. I feel that opportunity prepared me for where I am today.
During my sophomore J-Term I traveled to Europe. I went on the Olympic Quest trip to England, Ireland, France, and Germany. My experience abroad was brief, but still taught me about how different cultures live.
Is there anything else that you’d like to share about your Gustavus experience?
I think another great thing about Gustavus is the fact that River Rock is right down the road. I would argue that River Rock has the best quiches around & their homemade caramel latte is to die for. But I would also like to add that I had the best experience at Gustavus. I was able to graduate with my degree, play a sport I love, gain lifelong friendships, and create memories and experiences that will last forever. If you reference my answer to [the advice question] I think that will help you do the same with your college experience.
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