At the age of nineteen, college sophomore, double major, double minor, Amanda or Mandii Braun heads to meeting with politician, Jeff Brand. For her, this is a normal Tuesday afternoon. Braun grew up in the suburbs of the Twin Cities. Coming from Bloomington Minn. Bruan hadn’t thought she would achieve her dream of being highly active in the political world. Her freshman year of … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Mandii Braun
From September 10 to November 4, 2018, The Hillstrom Museum of Art (HMA) presents two exhibits to the public. One of them is FOCUS IN/ON, a collaborative art project between the HMA and a Gustavus faculty member featuring Minnesota artist Cameron Booth’s Toilers and 10 AM, Zero One, and Other Settings, a collection of paintings by Brooklyn Artist Tony Martin. As introduced by the Hilltrom … Continue reading Spotlight on: FOCUS IN/ON art collective
Katie Keelin is a Junior Gustie currently studying away in Denmark. This week, she took a moment to reflect on her time there so far, which has been a truly positive experience for her. Katie said she chose to study away in Denmark primarily because of a study abroad program called DIS, centered out of Copenhagen. “DIS offers a lot of unique opportunities that other … Continue reading Tales from Abroad: Katie Keelin
Senior Rafay Arshad came to Gustavus from Pakistan three years ago, aspiring to endeavor in the unknown and his understanding of different cultures and people. Since coming to Gustavus, Mr. Arshad has developed multiple meaningful relationships and participated in several co- curricular activities on campus, including Student Senate and Building Bridges. Arshad shares that he most values the meaningful relationships that he has developed and … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Rafay Arshad
Picture this: it is a brisk fall day in September of 1970. You are a First-year student arriving for your first day at Gustavus. You unload your car and make your entrance into the newly built Norelius Hall entryway, where the dorm is already buzzing with the activity of 512 new First-years and their exhausted, sweaty move in crews. Students, both male and female, will … Continue reading The evolution of the First-year experience
Junior Joyce Amakoue is the epitome of a person who makes the most of every day. Originally born in the West African nation of Togo, Joyce and her family came to Minnesota in 2002, and currently reside in the city of Bloomington. This past week, Joyce traveled from Bloomington to Gustavus to begin training to become a Gustie Greeter and welcome the Class of 2022 to … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Joyce Amakoue
Dr. Justin Knoepfel and Dr. James Patrick Miller will present the Gustavus Symphony Orchestra and the Gustavus Wind Orchestra in their season finale concert which will feature the winners of the Gustavus Concerto/Aria Competition. The Gustavus Symphony Orchestra is an impressive ensemble here at Gustavus. It features dedicated students from a wide variety of majors. It is an integral part of the performance of Christmas … Continue reading Finale Concert with Symphony and Wind Ochestra
As campus is getting ready to say goodbye to our 2018 seniors the Hillstrom Museum of Art, located in the basement of the Charles Jackson Campus Center, is one step ahead of the game. ADIEU: Senior Studio Art Majors Exhibition 2018 opened honors weekend (May 5) and will continue until after finals, ending on June 2, featuring the artwork of graduating seniors. Georgia Bebler, Sara … Continue reading ADIEU: Senior Studio Art Majors Exhibition 2018
In just a few short years as a physics professor at Gustavus, Dr. Darsa Donelan has become a pillar of the Gustie community. Her excellence in the physics field, dedication to her students, and altruistic engagement in campus life make Darsa stand out as an excellent professor. Between her roles as professor, adviser for Queers & Allies, A Moment of Magic, and the Society of … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Darsa Donelan
This year marks 140 years since founding of the Gustavus Wind Orchestra. The Gustavus Wind Orchestra, known affectionately as GWO, has garnered a 140-years-long legacy of excellence, offering the gift of music to the Gustavus campus and beyond since 1878. Fresh off a tour through Sweden and Norway, the GWO ensemble of 2018 is celebrating this incredible milestone with a GWO Anniversary Reunion Weekend, May … Continue reading Gustavus Wind Orchestra celebrates 140 years
