Gustavus’ jazz bands have traditionally been groups that the college can brag about, but according to Gustavus Jazz Lab Band Director Steve Wright, this year’s group has been one of, if not the best, he has directed during his 19 years at Gustavus. On April 3, the Gustavus Jazz Lab Band got the chance to demonstrate its talents at the Eau Claire Jazz Festival alongside … Continue reading Jazz Lab Band excels in Eau Claire competition

Meet Oren Struck. He hails from St. Peter, MN, and plans on majoring in management. He participates in intramural sports, likes to work out and enjoys photography, fishing and camping. He also spent almost an entire year in Iraq fighting with the United States Army. He is not your average Gustavus sophomore. Oren became involved in the military after choosing to come to Gustavus. “I … Continue reading Oren Struck breaks the college mold

The Gustavus Dance Company’s will perform its annual spring dance concert this weekend, which is entitled Range of Motion. Performances are Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14 at 8:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 15 at 2:00 p.m. The dance concert involves 28 students in eight dances. Unlike the student-led Shared Space show in the fall, the spring dance concert is choreographed by Gustavus’ faculty … Continue reading Gustavus Dance Company performs spring concert Range of Motion

As the guitar-playing and singing half of the blues-infused rock duo the Black Keys, Dan Auerbach is used to singlehandedly carrying the melody during a performance. His solo debut Keep It Hid and the March 7 concert at First Avenue in Minneapolis were his chance to step out of the spare drum-and-guitars attack of the Black Keys in search of more melody and soul. The … Continue reading Dan Auerbach plays solo album at First Avenue

Carrie Gundersen, junior nursing and psychology major, recently received her highest honor  at the MIAC swim meet after an already outstanding swimming career: a spot at the National Swim Meet at the University of Minnesota coming up on March 18-21. Thirteen years ago, when Carrie’s parents signed her up for swimming lessons and dropped her into the pool, they had no idea how talented she … Continue reading Carrie Gundersen: Making a difference wherever she can

Loosely described as a folksy, experimental alternative rock band that doesn’t really stick to any specific genre, Cloud Cult offers a unique experience for concertgoers. Scheduled to perform on Saturday, March 7 at 8:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall, Cloud Cult is sure to impress. Cloud Cult hails from Minneapolis, MN and has been together since 1995. There were a few other bands considered to play … Continue reading Weekend forecast: Cloud Cult makes it rain

She’s an Aries, 5’ 5”, blonde and an avid sunlight enthusiast. She enjoys rain, long walks on the beach and cocoa puffs. She’s been to six countries, speaks multiple languages and plays four instruments. She’s going to possibly quadruple minor. She’s First-year Catherine Keith, and she means business. Catherine has been to Spain, Italy, Canada, Iceland, Finland and all around the U.S. During her junior … Continue reading Catherine Keith: Shining brightly both in and out of the classroom

In the cutthroat world of the music industry, it can be extremely difficult for musicians to survive the critical audiences who make their music soar or completely flop. Singer, songwriter and musician Steve Means is overcoming these obstacles and making his way to success in the grueling music world. This should come as no surprise to anyone who has listened to Means’ music, which is … Continue reading CAB brings musician Steve Means to Gustavus

This weekend, Gustavus’ Men’s Hockey team will play their final series of the regular season against Hamline, having already clinched a playoff spot with realistic hopes of finishing in MIAC’s second place. Integral in his team’s successes this season, Junior David Martinson has excelled both on and off of the ice for the Gusties, majoring in accounting while being the conference’s most prolific scorer. A … Continue reading Gustie finds on-ice success after a unique journey to the hill

On the western coast of Great Britain, bordered by England on its east side and the Irish Sea on the west, lies the principality of Wales. Originally one of the Celtic nations, the Welsh people and their descendants retain a strong sense of national pride for their rich heritage. On Friday, Feb. 27 in Christ Chapel, students will have the opportunity to experience an important … Continue reading 36th Annual St. David’s Day observance to be held at Gustavus