Natalie Jo Baker: Livin’ the dream

Senior History Major Natalie Jo Baker knows a thing or two about a thing or two on campus. She can frequently be seen riding around campus on her bicycle, the Free Spirit, or hanging out in the art building. Natalie is involved in Delta Phi Omega, works for the Career Center and is an intern for the Gustavus chapter of Habitat for Humanity. Natalie’s trademark … Continue reading Natalie Jo Baker: Livin’ the dream

Gustavus Greeks honored for their work on campus

You may remember Greek Week. You might recall Rock for Tots. You may have heard of Days with the Reds. Death by Chocolate might have been made an appearance in your little black book. These are a few of the many social events and community service programs Gustavus Greeks organize. On Sunday, May 16 at 7:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall, the Greek Awards Banquet, put … Continue reading Gustavus Greeks honored for their work on campus

Iron Man 2: This year’s first true summer blockbuster

Hello there Gusties, how’s it going? I’m sure everyone is keeping real busy what with it being spring and finals fast approaching. No one’s checked out for the year, right? Well if you can bear to pull yourself away from your studies for a couple hours, if you are looking to put off studying one more night or if you just want to escape the … Continue reading Iron Man 2: This year’s first true summer blockbuster

Senior Class Legacy wraps up

Since 1910, Gustavus seniors have given their alma mater some sort of gift, and in recent years this has meant some sort of financial donation. The Senior Class Legacy is based around the idea that graduating seniors should give back to Gustavus so that students can continue to have great experiences. “It gives seniors the chance to join a long lineage of Gusties that recognize … Continue reading Senior Class Legacy wraps up

Will Freiert: Creating a lasting legacy at Gustavus

Will Freiert has spent the last 38 years teaching his students to interpret the world. At the end of the academic year, Freiert will retire. Every culture borrows from the one that came before it, the professor of classics explained, and so to understand where we are today, it is vital we understand where we came from. “There’s an ethos about a national liberal arts … Continue reading Will Freiert: Creating a lasting legacy at Gustavus

Time to Soar: The Gustavus Dance Company in Concert

This year’s Gustavus Dance Company concert, directed by Professor of Theatre and Dance Michele Rusinko and Visiting Assistant Professor of Theatre and Dance Melissa Rolnick, features choreography by faculty members, students and nationally known guest artists. Time to Soar: The Gustavus Dance Company in Concert will be performed in the Anderson Theatre on Friday, May 14 and Saturday, May 15 at 8:00 p.m. In addition, … Continue reading Time to Soar: The Gustavus Dance Company in Concert

Lucia Singers’ Mother’s Day Concert

On Sunday, May 9, the Lucia Singers will present their annual Mother’s Day Concert. The concert will take place in Christ Chapel and will begin at 1:30 p.m. Sixty-seven voices make up the women’s chorus, under the direction of Associate Professor of Music Patricia Snapp. The choir is accompanied by Junior Music Major and pianist Sam Grace. “I absolutely love singing for Trish. Her love … Continue reading Lucia Singers’ Mother’s Day Concert

Sarah Jabar: Well grounded in what’s good

In her four years at Gustavus Adolphus College, Senior Dance and Psychology Major Sarah Jabar has made quite an impact on campus. “She’s got it. Like that one song. She’s what you need when you need it—Sarah Jabar, God love her. I know I do,” Junior English Major Jordan Walker said. Among other things, Sarah is heavily involved in the Gustavus Dance Company, which has … Continue reading Sarah Jabar: Well grounded in what’s good

“Atypical 9 to 5” showcases senior art studio pieces

As the school year slowly winds down, senior art studio majors are preparing for their Senior Art Show. The Senior Art Show will begin with a reception on Saturday, May 1, 2010, from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. in the Hillstrom Museum of Art and will be open until May 30. The title of this year’s show is “Atypical 9 to 5,”and it showcases the … Continue reading “Atypical 9 to 5” showcases senior art studio pieces