At a time where tensions are high and the future is uncertain, Gustavus students are looking for anything to distract themselves. For Junior Anya Menk, jazz is the best way to do just that. Menk, a music education major with an instrumental focus, created a new club this year with Senior Co-President Matt Guilette. The Gustavus Jazz Club is an organization made up of students … Continue reading Gustavus Jazz Club to host jam session
This week’s Gustie of the Week is known to many as a prolific French horn player, a talented artist, a loving dog owner, a great friend, a plant aficionado and a dedicated future educator. Senior Instrumental Music Education major Thomas Prahl is busy on and off-campus. While at Gustavus he’s been in all three bands, horn choir, jazz band, choir, orchestra and chamber ensembles. For … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Thomas Prahl
With Halloween falling during a period of increasing COVID-19 cases, students on campus were forced to get creative with their Halloween holiday plans. Co-Presidents of the Epsilon Pi Alpha (“Eppies”) fraternity, Seniors Joe Lackner and Connor Cress, came up with the idea of hosting a haunted Arb trail based on a similar event they attended during their first year on campus back in 2017. “We … Continue reading Haunted Arb Trail spreads spooky spirit to campus
Gusties partake in a variety of activities that uplift their mental and physical well-being. Through dancing organizations, Gusties learn and interact with diverse traditions and groups of people while creating spaces of affiliation and cultural understanding. The Gustavus Swing Club has played a pivotal role in fostering community engagement, broadening cultural comprehension, and strengthening social bonding through swing dancing. Senior Caitlin Pott, President of the … Continue reading Gustavus Swing Club promises students an abundance of entertainment
Senior Nathan Thompson is this week’s Gustie of the Week. Thompson is a Music Education major and serves as the Gustavus Choir’s (G-Choir) vice-president. Thompson is from Roseville, Minnesota– roughly an hour and a half away from Saint Peter. When deciding on a college, Thompson did not have any colleges in mind. He did not have a set path and was introduced to Gustavus Adolphus … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Nathan Thompson
“As we all know, this past year has been one that we will not soon forget. And as a senior that’s graduating early, I began this last semester feeling quite bummed about all the things I would have no choice but to miss out on – thanks COVID! However, I was quickly reminded how Gusties are very equipped to learn and adapt to things when … Continue reading A Special “C in CC” Thank You
Greek Life recruitment wrapped up last week, and like most activities this semester, it was not the same as in past years. “Recruitment faced a few challenges this year, as you might expect,” Assistant Director of Campus Activities and Greek Life Adviser Julianne Watterson said. “All of our large events were virtual, most of them were over Zoom. We stretched out the process to be … Continue reading GAC Greek life finalizes new members
This week’s Gustie of the Week is Junior Andrew Dooley, a double major in geology and environmental studies from Blaine, Minnesota. Dooley lived away from home and worked during summers in high school before coming to Gustavus, so he was used to the increased independence that came with the transition onto a college campus. “There were some differences… new experiences, having to learn how to … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Andrew Dooley
Among Gustavus’ many student organizations, only one stands out for its service, commitment to children, and of course, its magic. A Moment of Magic (AMOM) is a national, non-profit organization that conducts creative programs for medically vulnerable children. They have chapters all over the U.S. that assist children in need. Volunteers through AMOM at Gustavus bring childhood characters to life for hospital visits, home visits, … Continue reading Gusties make magic for those in need
October brings changing leaves, pumpkin spice everything and the opportunity to focus on mental health. During October, World Mental Health Awareness Month and Mental Health Awareness week (Oct. 4 – 10), everyone is challenged to prioritize and learn more about taking care of their mental health. It is also an opportunity to foster healthy conversations surrounding mental wellbeing. Warning signs are important to recognize and … Continue reading Build your mental health toolbox: October is World Mental Health Awareness Month
