Amelia Dewberry- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Professor and Chair in Classical Studies and Professor in Peace Studies and Comparative Literature, Seán Easton. Easton first became interested in classical studies when he was growing up in remote Ireland. His father read to him from a book called Heroes of Greece and Troy. “Those stories really had free reign in my imagination. There wasn’t … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Sean Easton
Colleen Coleman- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Dr. Sean Cobb, Associate Professor in English and Director of Film and Media Studies program. On campus, he has been involved with KGSM, LineUs, Bad Movie Club, The Fourth Crown, and this is his 17th academic year at Gustavus. Even though Gustavus wasn’t entirely on his radar before coming here, Cobb has grown to love campus. … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Sean Cobb
Colleen Coleman- The 51st annual performance of Christmas in Christ Chapel, this year titled “At Twilight an Angel”, is on Friday, December 6th at 7:30 p.m., Saturday the 7th at 2:30 p.m. and 7:30 p.m., and Sunday the 8th at 4:00 p.m. The performance will feature all three choirs, the Gustavus Symphony Orchestra, Christ Chapel Ringers, and the Gustavus Dance Company. This program will also … Continue reading Christmas in Christ Chapel is Coming to Town
Jenna Anderson- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Lisa Dembouski, Associate Professor in Education and Latin American, Latinx, and Caribbean Studies (LALACS). Dembouski goes by LD, which is her name in American Sign Language. LD is the leader of the GAC Global Educators, a program that allows education students to complete their student teaching outside of Minnesota. She is also a proud first-generation college … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Lisa Dembouski
Amelia Dewberry- This month, the Community Engagement Center is again partnering with St. Peter Head Start to run their annual Angel Tree program, brightening local kids’ holiday seasons with gifts. The Angel Tree assists parents and helps create joyful memories for the kids. Planning for Angel Tree started in early November when St. Peter Head Start started gathering Christmas wishlists from the kids in the … Continue reading Donate to the St. Peter Headstart Angel Tree
Jenna Anderson- Chapel Break is a time for the Gustavus community to come together, rest, and reconnect. There is a 20-minute gap in the class schedule every Tuesday and Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 11:50 a.m.; a time where nearly everyone on campus has a break built into their schedule. During Chapel Break on Tuesday, November 26th in Christ Chapel, Associate Dean of Students Megan … Continue reading Ringers and Message at Chapel Break
Amelia Dewberry-The Gustavus Innovation and Entrepreneurship Club and Opportunities (GIECO) is a student organization aiming to build an innovation mindset at Gustavus. The club was started last spring to provide more opportunities surrounding entrepreneurship for students through guest speakers, workshops, competitions, and conferences. Members can expect to develop their business skills, receive guidance, and build their professional network. There was no club dedicated to innovation … Continue reading GIECO Entrepreneurship Going to Chankaska Ranch
Colleen Coleman- The Gustavus Wind Symphony and Gustavus Wind Orchestra will be performing their Fall Band Concert this Saturday at 1:30 p.m. in Christ Chapel. This concert will feature a wide variety of pieces that the audience is sure to enjoy, such as triumphant fanfare, daydream-like soundscapes, the chatter of hummingbirds, and much more. GWS will be performing a plethora of pieces this weekend, including … Continue reading GWO and GWS Take the Stage
Jenna Anderson- The Gustie of the Week this week is Sophomore Dasha Shyroka. Shyroka is involved in countless activities on campus. She is a Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Major on a Chemistry track and minoring in Eastern European and Eurasian Studies. “This major allows me to study how molecules influence living systems, providing a strong foundation for pursuing a career in medicine and scientific research. … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Dasha Shyroka
Amelia Dewberry– Today, Friday, November 15th, the Gustavus Swing Dance Club is hosting its annual Fall Swing Dance. This lively, fun event will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall, featuring the local 4-person jazz band TC Hot Club. It’s an opportunity for experienced dancers to showcase their moves, or for beginners to try it out. Regardless of experience level, everyone … Continue reading Swinging Sweetly
