Valentine’s Day is over, and the roses are wilting. The chocolates are long gone, but the upset stomach still lingers. It is hard to tell if the ache stems from the sugar overload or if the roots dig deep down to the uncertainty of the future with your current flame. Is this the one? Is it just a bit of fun? Will it be smoldering … Continue reading Healthy relationships and you
On Friday, Feb 19 at 8:30 p.m., Urinetown the musical will debut in the Anderson Theatre. This musical is directed by Associate Professor of Theatre and Dance Amy Seham and will feature many show tunes and spoofs of Broadway musicals. Continue reading Urinetown: Trickling into Anderson Theatre
In case anyone has not heard, there is this movie out called Avatar. One of the most expensive movies ever made, it is directed by James Cameron, the man behind such blockbusters as The Terminator, Alien and Titanic (the top grossing movie of all time). Oh, and one other thing, it is one of the most visually stunning movies ever made. The basic plot of … Continue reading Avatar: You won’t believe your eyes
When she was younger, Brita’s favorite activity was chasing the ice cream man. She now brings that same vivacious attitude to her campus endeavors. Her love of singing led her to become a member of the Gustavus Choir, and she also serves as a chapel apprentice. As a little girl, Junior Nursing Major Brita Gilyard always knew she would one day become a Gustie. Her … Continue reading Brita Gilyard: Pursuing a passion for helping others
Hollywood director Peter Jackson has a lot of big-name films under his belt. His latest film is no exception. An adaption of Alice Sebold’s best selling novel,The Lovely Bones recently made it to the silver screen. It opened this January and has since been nominated for an Oscar. The story centers around the murder and disappearance of a young girl who watches over her family … Continue reading A director’s insight: The Lovely Bones
Valentine’s Day will be here in two short days, and surely love is in the air. What better way to celebrate a whole day devoted to love than to attend the Valentine’s Day concert, dinner and dance? This event takes place from 6:30 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 14 in Alumni Hall. The dress for the event is business casual, and although tickets … Continue reading Valentine’s Day sponsored by Friends of the Arboretum
Junior Theatre and Political Science Major Kim Braun has always been interested in how she can change the world. Kim’s recent trip with Gustavus’ Social Justice, Peace and Development in India underlined how much change is needed, both in America and around the world. One of the things that impacted Kim the most was working with the local people, and people of the varying castes … Continue reading Kim Braun: Working for change
Senior Communication Arts and Literature Teaching Major Rebekah Schulz has a strong interest in foreign culture. She has explored this interest at Gustavus; through an African studies program she helped lead, her leadership role with Building Bridges, Spanish composition tutoring and a special January Interim Experience course. Workshop Africa This past December, Rebekah led a discussion group, called “Workshop Africa.” “The goal is to raise … Continue reading Rebekah Schulz: Global Citizen
Senior Nursing Major Kirstin Smedstad is full of life and wants to make a difference in the world. During her first year at Gustavus, she became involved in Habitat for Humanity by going on the Spring Break Work Trip to New Orleans, LA. This was a way for Kirstin to become involved on campus and meet new people. But most importantly, it helped her to … Continue reading Kirstin Smedstad: Leading students through Habitat for Humanity
Last Tuesday marked the release of the 2009 fall edition of Gustavus’ literary magazine Firethorne. The Courtyard Café was host to students involved with, published in and fans of the publication. Many students read their work aloud and discussed the inspiration and themes involved. “[The best part of being on staff] is reading all the submissions. Some are great, some are terrible. But there’s always … Continue reading 2009 Firethorne release party is a success
