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Gustie of the Week, Variety

GUSTIE of the WEEK – Maggie Kennedy

After transferring to Gustavus during January Interm Experience of her sophomore year, now Senior Maggie Kennedy felt  she had flown mostly under the radar.  Those who have met her would disagree, believing t her genuine personality and passion are difficult to miss. “There is much to admire when it comes to Maggie’s personality and character. Some people might be hesitant toward being themselves, but Maggie … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK – Maggie Kennedy

Dustin Luhmann
Variety

Godzilla fights for an audience

It’s difficult to generate excitement for a reboot of a movie franchise. With examples like Spider-man, Superman, Robocop, and The Ninja Turtles, the producer is tasked with not only making a great film, but improving what was previously created. The new Godzilla film, however, had no problem building hype. The iconic Kaiju has impacted moviegoers and appeared in Japanese films since the 1950s. The first … Continue reading Godzilla fights for an audience

Dustin Luhmann
Tales from Abroad, Variety

Tales from Abroad: A journey from Cape Town, South Africa.

After coming to the United States in 2008 from Cape Town, South Africa, Senior Psychology Major Neo Mpunga was introduced to Gustavus by his host mother. His host mother’s grandfather was O.J. Johnson, a former Gustavus president in 1913. Immediately when Mpunga came for a tour he noticed the sense of community. “Gustavus is a great size. Not a big college. Not a small college.” … Continue reading Tales from Abroad: A journey from Cape Town, South Africa.

Dustin Luhmann
Gustie of the Week, Variety

GUSTIE of the WEEK: Nate Paulsen

Four years ago, while away from his California home, playing junior hockey in Wisconsin, Nate Paulsen was encouraged by a teammate to visit the small St. Peter Campus.Upon seeing Gustavus, Nate’s plans immediately changed. “I looked up The Hill and instantly knew this was where I was going,” Nate said. The Senior International Management Major now describes himself as a “stereotypical Gustie.” Nate is deeply … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Nate Paulsen

Dustin Luhmann
Variety

Africa Jam hosts Carnage the Executioner

Next Friday, May 16, Africa Jam will take place. Featured will be the beats of Carnage the Executioner, a hip-hop artist and award-winning beat boxer; Karizma, an up-and-coming rapper from New Prague; Concept from Minneapolis; John Kerns and the Hemispheres, a rock band based out of Minneapolis featuring Gustie John Kerms, and Jessie Erickson, another Gustie with an abundance of musical talent. What makes this … Continue reading Africa Jam hosts Carnage the Executioner

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Tales from Abroad

Tales from Abroad: Petatlan, Mexico

Going to Petatlan, Guerrero, Mexico (St. Peter’s sister city) on the Spring Break “Learning to Serve” trip was one of the best decisions I’ve made in my time at Gustavus. I admit I was apprehensive at first. I knew home-stays would be involed and that my Spanish wasn’t great, but I decided to give it a try. There were 17 Gustavus students on the trip, … Continue reading Tales from Abroad: Petatlan, Mexico

Kevin Dexter1 Comment
Variety

Midsummer play in May

It is down to the final weeks of classes at Gustavus and that means finals are approaching quickly, but there is still time for fun and entertainment. For anyone looking for a short break from studying, Theatre Professor Henry MacCarthy is directing a workshop performance of Shakespeare’s “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” May 15-18 at 7p.m. in the Linnaeus Arboretum. The play is familiar to MacCarthy, … Continue reading Midsummer play in May

Kevin Dexter
Variety

Gustavus Viola Ensemble

On Sunday, May 10, at 5:30 p.m., the Bjorling Recital Hall will be filled with the music of Gustavus’ own Corda String Quartet. The Quartet is composed of Sophomore Kendra Frey, Sophomore Elizabeth Fröden, Sophomore Karin Dye, and Senior Helen Wauck. This performance will feature  works by Dvorak, Persichetti, and Shostakovich. Free and open to the public, the ensemble will perform works including Air by … Continue reading Gustavus Viola Ensemble

Kevin Dexter
Gustie of the Week

GUSTIE of the WEEK: Kelsey Hanstad

Dancing her way through life, Senior Kelsey Hanstad is an exceptional person who is proud to call herself a Gustie. The dance major from Coon Rapids, Minn. has enjoyed her final year at GAC and has used her time to take the spotlight and shine. From the moment Kelsey toured campus her junior year of high school, she immediately felt Gustavus was the right choice. … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Kelsey Hanstad

Kevin Dexter
Variety

Excitement increaces as Timeflies show approaches

This year’s Spring Concert, as revealed at Midnight Express during finals last semester by the Campus Activities Board (CAB), will be Timeflies, with opening act Mike Stud. While there have been some negative comments around campus regarding this choice, most students are excited for the concert. Some find the event to be exciting, regardless of the artists. Others are genuinely excited about the Timeflies choice … Continue reading Excitement increaces as Timeflies show approaches

Kevin Dexter