She is a mathematician, a musician, and maybe most importantly, motivated. “She combines humor, wit, silliness, passion and focus into everything she does. She doesn’t let challenges and mistakes overcome her and she always figures a way out to overcome them as well as help others overcome their own challenges,” Savannah Maynard said. If you have ever met Olivia Niles, you know this describes her … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Olivia Niles
It is nearly impossible to walk around the Gustavus campus without encountering music in some way. Students blast tunes through their earbuds while studying, the Dive tries to draw students in with popular hits on weekends, or you can hear an ensemble rehearsing when you walk past Christ Chapel. It is clear when you look around that Gustavus is a college that is proud of … Continue reading 29th Annual Bjorling Music Festival
When you were a kid, do you remember how much you loved your favorite Disney characters or superheroes? Can you imagine how much it would have meant to you to meet them in person? Well, these Gusties do. A Moment of Magic (AMOM), the newest club at Gustavus, was brought to Gustavus by Club President Morgan Carlstrom who went through an extensive application process in … Continue reading Newest Club on Campus: A Moment of Magic
Proclaim is an organization at Gustavus focused on providing a contemporary worship time for students of the Christian faith. The group meets every Tuesday night at 9:00 pm in Alumni Hall or the Dive, and is open to students of all denominations. The evening consists of a band, student speaker, and prayer stations. There is the option once a month for students to participate in … Continue reading Proclaim: A Contemporary Worship Service
Jared Morningstar has made Gustavus his home and as he gets ready to graduate, our community can see his positive influence on campus. The Gustie senior from Stillwater, Minnesota fully embraces the versatility of a liberal arts education, currently majoring in Religion and Scandinavian Studies with a minor in Music. The variety of Swedish opportunities offered at Gustavus originally drew him here. After a few … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Jared Morningstar
If you are a Spotify user, you are most likely familiar with its “Discover Weekly” playlist that is updated each Monday based on the songs you have been listening to. This feature is designed to give listeners a chance to find new music without having to thoroughly search for it. Do you ever wonder what other Gusties are currently listening to as they walk from … Continue reading Falling for the October Playlist
As fall semester sets in, getting off campus serves as a nice break from the chaotic stressors of college life. Seven Mile Creek Country Park is a beautiful 628 acre park located close to campus, just off Highway 169 between St. Peter and Mankato. Now is the time to go visit, as the leaves are changing colors, and the views promise to be beautiful. This … Continue reading Seven Mile Creek Park welcomes Gusties
Halloween is a time for celebration and a time for savings. Halloween marks the start of the fall and winter season of holidays and although popular seasons, this time of year can lead to unintended overspending, especially on overpriced Halloween costumes. Well, not anymore. A quote loved by moms, “Shop smarter, not harder” can be put to use when creating that perfect halloween costume. Govenaires … Continue reading How-to guide for a Homemade Halloween
Chances are, if you have not been taught by, worked with, or even met her, you have heard the name Yurie Hong around Gustavus. Yurie is described by those who know her well as a caring, ambitious, and energetic person. “[Yurie] is the kind of professor I aspire to be: wicked smart, deeply curious about everything around her, able to effortlessly recognize and communicate important … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Yurie Hong
This weekend, the annual Gustavus Family Weekend will happen on campus. Many Gusties are awaiting this event with ecstatic anticipation, others with nothing but dread; reuniting with family tends to elicit mixed reactions. Whether you’re stoked for the weekend festivities or just hoping you’ll survive a day with your mom, here’s a guide to the events coming up during the celebration. For those who might … Continue reading Family Weekend invites loved ones to campus
