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Dr. John A. Gustafson

Class of 1950 John Gustafson black and white

Alexandria Teacher/Coach 1958-1971

Inducted September 26, 2008

Education:

• Jefferson High School – 1950

• St. Olaf College

• University of Northern Colorado, MA

• University of Utah, PhD

Accomplishments/Work History:

• Little All American, End, St. Olaf Football

• United States Air Force, Pilot

• High School Physical Education Teacher and Coach

• Organized Fellowship of Christian Athletes in Alexandria

• Professor of Physical Education, University of New Mexico

• Department Chair of Health, Physical Education and Recreation, University of New Mexico

• Board of Directors, New Heart Cardiac Rehabilitation Center, Albuquerque

• Board of Directors, Albuquerque Rescue Mission

• Inducted into the St. Olaf Athletic Hall of Fame

• Inducted into the NM Officials Association Hall of Fame

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