If you are ever having a bad day and just need a cheerful smile to brighten up your day, head on over to Mattson Hall. Where is Mattson Hall again and why on earth should I walk all the way over there, you ask yourself? Well, this is where Senior Elementary Education Major Chelsea Roberts spends most of her time in classes and lesson planning. … Continue reading Chelsea Roberts: Banding together to fight for a cure
At the end of April, the Gustavus theatre and dance department is set to put on a production of The Arabian Nights. The play is a collection of Persian and Arabic stories told by the main character Sheherezade, a virgin who is to be killed by the rage-consumed King Shahryar. Instead of submitting to the will of her captor, Sheherezade charms the king with her … Continue reading Theatre department awaits unveiling of The Arabian Nights
So does anyone remember Disney’s Hercules of our childhood 13 years ago? Yeah, Clash of the Titans is kind of like that. On steroids. And crack. On a bad day. Louis Leterrier’s (Transporter, Transporter 2) Clash of the Titans is a reimagining of a 1981 film of the same name. I do not claim to have seen the original, and therefore will draw no comparisons … Continue reading Clash of the Titans: Not your daddy’s Greek mythology movie
On April 21 at 7:00 p.m., musical duo Jenny and Tyler will be at Gustavus for part of their spring tour. The group’s music sounds like a cross between jazz and folk, with just a hint of Regina Spektor pop thrown in for good measure. Every so often, a little country edge worms its way through their chords and Jenny’s light, flowing singing. This isn’t … Continue reading Musical duo comes to Gustavus
Last Tuesday, the Diversity Center sponsored comedians Chris May (pictured) and James Berry as a part of Diversity Week. Following the comedians, students were invited to attend Dancing Around the World, where various cultural dances were featured and taught. Continue reading Comedians brought as part of Diversity Week
This year, Junior Maya Jayawardena was a co-chair of Building Bridges, her favorite organization and something she has been involved with since her first year at Gustavus. In addition to Building Bridges, Maya also is involved with Gustavus Meditation, Pan Afrikan Student Organization and Big Partner/Little Partner. Alex Messenger. After visiting Gustavus for Tennis and Life Camp when she was younger, Maya Jayawardena knew immediately … Continue reading Maya Jayawardena: Appreciating and recognizing diversity
Sherlock Holmes paints a picture of a man who is as unhinged as he is charming; a complex of complexes concealed in a tough, calculatingly droll shell. Gone is the patient, observant thinker, and in his place is a muscular ennui of the generic action hero. Arthur Conan Doyle would barely recognize his detective today. This is Sherlock Holmes for the ADD generation. The film … Continue reading Sherlock Holmes steps out of the eighteenth century norm
Monday’s RJD2 show at the Triple Rock Social Club was a funky, psychedelic adventure. Or, at least it should have been. DJ/artist extraordinaire Ramble John Krohn could have done better. RJD2 not only performed with his mixing board, turning knobs and flipping switches, but also played with a live band. I’m not so sure that he should have. The whole performance was a little lackluster. … Continue reading RJD2 concert falls short of expectations
This Friday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m., the Gustavus Wind Orchestra and the Vasa Wind Orchestra will put on a show like none that has ever been performed before in Christ Chapel. Under the conducting of Professor of Music Dr. Douglas Nimmo, these orchestras will perform in a show that is intertwined with a number of small ensembles. “This Friday’s combined Gustavus Wind Orchestra/Vasa Wind … Continue reading Winds of Spring brings a unique concert to Christ Chapel
He is estimated to have sold and placed hundreds of forged paintings in prominent collections around the world. He was never been caught or punished for his forgery and is known as one of the most notorious art fakers. Who was this man? Elmyr de Hory, a Hungarian refugee most of his life who realized he could make a living off of his art work … Continue reading Mark Forgy speaks about Elmyr de Hory
