Next Thursday, the Gustavus Theatre and Dance Department will debut its spring play, Maria Irene Fornes’ Fefu and Her Friends-a witty and unique glance into the lives and experiences of women. “This play in particular looks into women’s lives and experiences in society,” said Amy Seham, director and chair of the Theatre and Dance Department. In the play, Junior History Major Maggie Sotos plays Fefu, … Continue reading Fefu and Her Friends: Not just a chick flick

Early Saturday afternoon, people began to line up outside of Lund Arena to see Ben Folds. By the time I got my spot in line, it was already wrapped around three flags and headed towards Complex. When the line began to move, I grew giddy with anticipation. At 8:00 p.m. on the dot, the opening act—Ari Herstand—came on stage. Herstand is a Minneapolis musician of … Continue reading Ben Folds: Rockin’ Gustavus

Meet Your Fellow Gustie: Addie Ryan Most of us here at Gustavus go about our daily lives with attention focused on when we’ll get homework done or what we’ll do the next weekend. Our thoughts rarely stray from what’s happening on campus, but this week’s featured Gustie, Allison (Addie) Ryan, has her mind on other matters. Addie graduated from Gustavus in January with majors in … Continue reading Looking ahead to a (Ful)bright future

Meet Your Fellow Gustie: Kayla Nelson Sophomore Religion Major Kayla Nelson is a walking “Book Mark.” Owning almost every sweatshirt that the Book Mark sells, it is unusual to see Kayla walking without a smile or her Gustie apparel. “She smiles a lot. [That’s something] people obviously see,” said Kayla’s older sister Katie Nelson, a junior psychology major. “[Kayla] was actually the cause of me … Continue reading Looking on life’s bright side

The Peer Assistants provide an “invaluable” resource to the Gustavus community By now, many students have probably noticed the Peer Assistants’ monthly edition of ‘Once Upon a Potty,’ but perhaps few have realized what a great resource the PA program is for students. Unlike other student groups that focus on the community beyond Gustavus, the Peer Assistants work strictly to identify student needs. As peer … Continue reading Balancing between work and play

KGSM presents Radio Lab, a series on science and culture Gustavus’ KGSM Radio has successfully collaborated with the Public Radio Exchange, New York Public Radio and National Public Radio to feature the series Radio Lab during the first annual KGSM Week. Aside from broadcasting Radio Lab, KGSM Week will consist of a week’s worth of special programming and evening activities that culminate with Friday’s Relay … Continue reading KGSM brings National Public Radio to campus

Meet Your Fellow Gustie: Michael J. Sielaff Michael J. Sielaff is not an unfamiliar face on the Gustavus campus. In fact, his face might be the first thing (you) notice about him. Whether he is making crowds laugh with his unique sense of humor or picking favorite foods of the dish line carousel in the caf, the (foot) towering senior can be easily spotted with … Continue reading A thousand faces a day

Meet Your Fellow Gustie: Christian DeMarais Christian DeMarais can easily describe himself in one word: “gangster.” “Pimpin’ ain’t easy, but it’s necessary,” said Christian, quoting his favorite line from Ice Cube’s hit song “Down For Whatever.” A first-year student from Shoreview, MN, Christian has already made a lasting impression on the Gustavus community through his great sense of humor and addictive personality. Perhaps one of … Continue reading “A man among penguins”

Day-Lewis’ performance in this crime drama is proof he is a “great actor.” There Will Be Blood is one of those rare movie-going experiences in which I walked away in a shell-shocked trance. I remember driving home afterward with my girlfriend, neither of us saying a single word. When we got home she was the first to break the ice, asking me what I thought … Continue reading When ambition meets faith, There Will Be Blood