Whether it’s working at a summer camp on Long Island or lying on the lawn closest to the library in front of the chapel, Junior History Major Mary Dierkes can frequently be found enjoying the open air. This Eagan, Minn. native keeps it no secret that she loves being outdoors. Mary was born in Kansas, Mo. and moved to Minnesota with her family when she … Continue reading There’s something about Mary…
It is that time of year again: Family Weekend is here. There are numerous events planned out for Gusties and their families. One traditional event is the concert in Christ Chapel. This year it will be held on Oct. 10 at 3:00 p.m. The Gustavus Choir, Gustavus and Vasa Wind Orchestras, the Gustavus Symphony Orchestra and the Lucia Singers will all be performing. Altogether, there … Continue reading Family Weekend music preview
Get Him to the Greek, released this summer, came out on DVD this week. This movie had me rubbing furry walls, jumping off of roofs into nearby pools and singing “I’ve got the clap” while still maintaining self respect, albeit debatably. In all seriousness, Get Him to the Greek was arguably the comedy of the summer. It had its fair share of raunchy jokes, token … Continue reading Get Him to the Greek: When life slips you a Jeffrey…
This small town native has nowhere near a small imagination. Born and brought up for half his life in Canada, Junior Computer Science Major Griffin Hinwood is as well-rounded as they come. “Griffin is an incredibly unique individual who carries his independent style and thoughts throughout everything he does, whether it is Parkour, break dancing or simple day-to-day activities,” Junior Ben Bickel said. Griffin moved … Continue reading Griffin Hinwood — Off the wall (and any other surface you can think of)
We all are familiar with The Wizard of Oz. Young Dorothy is carried off by a tornado to the magical land of Oz. Innocently, Dorothy’s house lands on top of the sister of Elphaba, the Wicked Witch of the West.Glinda the Good bestows the sister’s head-turning ruby slippers to Dorothy. Due to Dorothy’s ill-timed landing, her journey to find a way back home is haunted … Continue reading Every story has a backstory, even among the wicked
Strolling through the Ennesbo exhibit in Hillstrom Museum, you’ll notice multiple pieces of art displayed in various ways. Perhaps you’ll come across several water paintings, some with poetic words obscurely written with simple and quick strokes of a paint brush. Or maybe you’ll pass by a series of photographs of an old barn. Or most surprisingly of all, you’ll find yourself facing four television screens, … Continue reading Sandra Binion brings scenes of Sweden to Hillstrom
Hello Gusties and welcome back! I hope everyone had an enjoyable summer and is keeping up with the work now that class is back in session. Personally, I decided to commence procrastinating early this year and went to see The Town instead of doing homework. I am sure you have seen the previews for The Town. Automatic weapons, Ben Affleck, neat masks. Looks kind of … Continue reading If you look past the masks, you may be surprised by The Town.
The end is nearing for Senior Geology Major, Jonathan Monk (more commonly known as Monk) here at Gustavus. Also a Music and Philosophy minor, Monk is involved in the Gustavus Jazz Lab Band, is founder/co-president of Musical B.A.R. and is a member of Epsilon Pi Alpha (Eppies) and GEO club. When he is not busy with these student organizations, he likes to spend time with … Continue reading It’s Time to Get Monked UP!
The theatre department of Gustavus Adolphus College will be making its mark in the Twin Cities theatre community this weekend with their production of Thrill Me, performed at the Lowry Lab Theatre in St. Paul, Minn. from Sept. 16-19. “Thrill Me is funded through the Gustavus Faculty-Student Collaboration grant. Our director, Assistant Professor of Theatre and Dance Henry MacCarthy, is the one who is responsible … Continue reading A Thrilling Performance
