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
Jenna Anderson- The Gustavus Philharmonic Orchestra (GPO) and Symphony Orchestra (GSO) have their Fall Concert from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. this Saturday, Nov 9th in Jussi Bjorling Hall. They are playing quite a few pieces, including previews of what they will play during the renowned Christmas in Christ Chapel concert later on this year. “The Gustavus Department of Music is proud to present the … Continue reading Unwind with Gustavus Orchestras
Amelia Dewberry- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Professor in Classical Studies, Mary McHugh. McHugh is currently in her 19th year at Gustavus, teaching a variety of courses in Greek, Latin, Ancient Greek and Roman Art & Archaeology, FTS, and a new Challenge Seminar called Free Speech & Power. Growing up in Wisconsin and Chicago, McHugh says “My late parents placed primary importance on … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Mary McHugh
Colleen Coleman- The Fall Jazz Showcase will be this Sunday, November 10th at 1:30 p.m. in Bjorling Recital Hall. The performance will feature Gustavus Jazz and Jazz Lab Collective, performing classic jazz standards and modern music with a jazz twist. This showcase will be the first time both jazz ensembles at Gustavus have performed at the same concert since before the pandemic. Gustavus Jazz will … Continue reading You Like Jazz? Come to the Fall Jazz Showcase!
Jenna Anderson- “Do human beings ever realize life while they live it, every, every minute?” This question comes from the three-act play Our Town by Thornton Wilder. Our Town will be performed on November 7th through the 11th in the Gardner Lab Theatre. The Saturday matinee begins at 3:30 p.m., and the Sunday matinee is at 2:00 p.m. The evening shows on Thursday, Friday, and … Continue reading Gustavus Theatre and Dance Puts on Our Town
Colleen Coleman- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Eric Oberstar, a Senior Political Science and Philosophy double major from Richfield, MN. On campus, Oberstar is involved as Co-President of Model United Nations, Co-President of the Philosophy Club, a student social media worker for the Nobel Conference, and is a Student Leader in The Caf. When looking at colleges, Oberstar was looking in the realm … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Eric Oberstar
Jenna Anderson- There is one more chance to participate in one of the Center of Inclusive Excellence movie nights! Coraline is the spooky movie this week. Starting at 7:00 p.m. on Friday, October 18th at the Center of Inclusive Excellence. You can come and get cozy, watch Coraline, and have some food! Senior Lily Goloh is a student worker at the CIE. She and Senior … Continue reading Come to the final Scary Movie Night of 2024!
Jenna Anderson- If you are looking for a Halloween event with spooky snacks and some fascinating lore, Gustavus is hosting their annual Vampire Day. This event will take place on Oct. 31st from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Courtyard Café. This event is designed to allow the Gustavus community to learn more about vampires, which have a much more interesting history than you … Continue reading Vampires in Russian and Eastern European Cultures Students “Vant” You to Come to Vampire Night!
