Anna Eames: Making a splash in the athletic world
For most college athletes, competing in a prestigious international competition is merely a dream. Winning is an even bigger challenge. For First-year Anna Eames, this dream has become a reality.
Anna began her swimming career at the age of five and initially picked the sport to copy her older brother. Although she tried out several other ...
Gustavus dance concert showcases student work
The culmination of dance, choreography, design, lighting and sound will all come together this weekend as the Department of Theatre and Dance presents the Choreographer’s Gallery: New Horizons. The dance concert will be held Nov. 19, 20 and 21 at 8:00 p.m. and Nov. 22 at 2:00 p.m. in the Anderson Theatre.
This concert highlights the ...
Wolfmother brings world peace
When Led Zeppelin debuted in 1969 with their venerable Led Zeppelin I, they were accused of unabashedly stealing music from the likes of Willie Dixon and Howlin’ Wolf. Essentially, they were a British rock band plagiarizing the music of poor American blues musicians and in doing so became international superstars.
So when Wolfmother released its eponymous ...
The Reitman for the job
Let’s light this candle,” Director, Producer, Actor, Screenwriter Jason Reitman said while starting his interview with a spark.
San Fransicso, Rome, London, Orlando, Boston, Berlin, Chicago, New York and Minneapolis are just some of the stops during the promotional tour of his newest film Up in the Air.
“I know nothing of what it’s like to travel. ...
T.J. Ridley: Conquering academics and athletics
As many college students know, balancing both academics and athletics can be extremely challenging. This is a challenge Senior Biology Major T.J. Ridley knows well. In fact, he has managed to balance playing two demanding sports, all while earning and maintaining a high grade point average.
T.J., a pre-med student from Edina, MN, has always had ...
Kevin Kling revisits Gustavus
One of Gustavus’ very own graduates will be coming to campus on Friday, Nov. 20 to read from his recently published novel, Holiday Inn.
Kevin Kling is a 1979 Gustavus graduate who is known nationally for his works as an author. He graduated with a degree in theatre and has written several plays that have been ...
Philharmonic Orchestra performs in a weekend full of music
Music is an art form that many people enjoy, and they have done so for centuries. Gustavus Adolphus College upholds this tradition, and this year’s Gustavus Philharmonic Orchestra Fall Concert on Friday, Nov. 13 at 7:30 p.m. in the Bjorling Recital Hall is one way to share in that tradition.
“[Attending the fall concert] is a ...
Adam Toppin: Taking Gustavus’ core values to heart
Co-President of the Campus Activities Board (CAB) Executive Board and Senior Management Major Adam Toppin has had a good run at Gustavus Adolphus College. He is an extremely dedicated and committed member of the Gustavus community. In addition to his work on CAB, he also is the Student Activities Intern, and he is devoted to ...
Dancing with the Profs: A new year brings a new show
On Saturday, Nov. 7, students, faculty and staff alike will have the opportunity to see their colleagues compete in “Dancing with the Profs.” The annual dance competition favorite is a fundraiser started by alumnus and former CAB member Mike Marcotte. Its fourth annual show will take place in Alumni Hall at 7:30 p.m. Tickets are ...
Time to chill out at the wellness fair
For the past nine years, the banquet rooms of the C. Charles Jackson Campus Center have been filled with dozens of vendors from both the St. Peter and Gustavus community. These people all come together to put on the annual Gustavus Chill Out and Wellness Fair, which is sponsored by the Center for Vocational Reflection ...