Students participate in Peer Education’s 100 Hour Challenge to abstain from binge drinking

Last weekend, 21 percent of the Gustavus student population vowed to go 100 hours without drinking. The goal was to invite students to abstain from binge drinking to focus on how much of an impact it has on student health. The event was sponsored by the Peer Assistants, as well as Peer Education and Chemical Health. “A common misconception is that the 100 Hour Challenge … Continue reading Students participate in Peer Education’s 100 Hour Challenge to abstain from binge drinking

Campus Safety Report (02/23/18)

Monday, February 12 Campus Safety documented damage to a College-owned vehicle. Campus Safety responded to a report of nuisance communications in the International Center involving a student. The case was referred to the campus conduct system. Campus Safety responded to a reported theft of personal property from the Jackson Campus Center. The item was later recovered. Campus Safety and Residential Life responded to a suspected … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (02/23/18)

Seniors Share their Thoughts on their Last Semester

Natasha Behboudi Major: Elementary Education and Psychology What are your plans after Gustavus? After graduation I am hoping to get a teaching position close to the cities. What’s most exciting about the last semester of college? It is an exciting and scary feeling because of how unknown the future really is, but it is exciting to be with everyone knowing we all need to make … Continue reading Seniors Share their Thoughts on their Last Semester

Tales from Abroad – Sydney Hedberg

In January 2018, the Gustavus Wind Orchestra embarked on a sixteen-day life-changing tour to Sweden and Norway. Six concerts were performed on this tour, allowing the ensemble to share its music throughout the Swedish cities of Stockholm, Uppsala, Falun and Karlstad, as well as the Norwegian cities of Oslo and Bergen. The Gustavus Wind Orchestra has toured every year since 1881, standing as the oldest … Continue reading Tales from Abroad – Sydney Hedberg

GWO comes home after International Tour

The Gustavus Wind Orchestra, under the direction of Dr. James Patrick Miller, returned from its tour of Sweden and Norway and presented their concert – “Children: Our Hope for the Future” on February 17 to a packed Bjorling Recital Hall. The concert featured works by Andrew Boysen, Jr., Percy Grainger, and David Maslanka which were “performed to great appreciation by our audiences” Miller said. The … Continue reading GWO comes home after International Tour

Gustavus Choir Performs Home Concert

The Gustavus Choir represent the characteristics that true Gusties hold dear; those of excellence, community, justice, service, and faith. But like any extraordinary choir, The Gustavus Choir defines itself as more than the connotations of its college. In the realm of musicianship, it means passion, artistry, and grit. One of many Gustavus ensembles that manages to bridge the gap between music and soul. The 2018 … Continue reading Gustavus Choir Performs Home Concert

Gustie of the Week – Claire Dirnberger

Claire Dirnberger is a highly involved and passionate junior at Gustavus. While her college search was a stressful process of touring schools up until the winter of her senior year, she quickly fell in love with the small school atmosphere Gustavus had to offer. “I was attracted to the many organizations the school offered and the friendliness of the campus” and knew Gustavus offered her … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Claire Dirnberger