The double bass is the largest and lowest pitched bowed string instrument used in the modern symphony orchestra. It’s a sizeable challenge to play, easily met by the stronger fingered, broader-built stature of Senior Michael Eastwood, who began playing the double bass in 5th grade. “They had everyone try out all of these different instruments and pick whichever they wanted to play. I was drawn … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Michael Eastwood

When Senior Matthew Spoden was a high school student sitting among his peers during a summer mission trip in the mountains of Colorado, he looked up at the stars. His eyes fixed on one particular star that seemed to be gazing back at him. As he continued to look at the stars he began to feel as if he was being watched. That’s when he … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Matthew Spoden

Whether she’s representing the student body in Student Senate, welcoming in first-years as a Greeter, making people laugh through Line-Us, or exercising her passion for political science in the College Democrats, Junior Delaney Sweet brings her passion and enthusiasm everywhere she goes. “Delaney works so hard for this campus. Her involvement and her attitude make her a stand out member of this community and I … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Delaney Sweet

From center stage to behind the curtain, Sophomore Sadie LaPlante was initially nervous about her position as Assistant Director for the Gustavus production of Angels in America. Accustomed to being a performer, Sadie couldn’t find happier adjectives to describe her experience behind the scenes as the production wrapped up last Sunday. “It was difficult to get used to at first because I was used to … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Sadie LaPlante

Upon first impression, Sophomore Gabe Grosshuesch has been described as the tall redhead with many opinions. As a man of many opinions and passions armed with the determination to make them heard, Gabe has been able to shape a distinct yet diverse niche for himself in the Gustavus community. “I’ve had the opportunity to watch Gabe grow as a student and find his voice in … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Gabe Grosshuesch

It was just one year ago that Senior Karlye Smith sat in Gustavus’ athletic training office and Googled “athletic training internships summer of 2014.” A position with NASA immediately caught her eye as she looked through the search results. She sent in her application with high hopes, but thought it was a long shot. Much to her surprise, Karlye was one of two who received … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Karlye Smith

Duluth native Alexa Peterson credits the people, the classes, and the warm weather as the three reasons she chose to come to Gustavus. The junior has been an active member of the Gustavus community and has made a strong impression on the people who impressed her from the start. “Alexa is extremely involved on campus. Although she is involved in countless activities, she still makes … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Alexa Peterson

The call came out of the blue last summer while Rebecca M. Bergman relaxed at her home in North Oaks, Minnesota. As she reached for the phone, she couldn’t have guessed that the voice on the other line would ask her to consider putting her name in the hat for President of Gustavus Adolphus College. After hanging up that night, Bergman, who had happily spent … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Rebecca M. Bergman

Richard Green was just about to put his deposit for Saint John’s University into the mailbox sitting before him when out of the corner of his eye he noticed the black and gold clad toddler peddling slowly past on his tricycle. In a swift leap of faith, Richard tore up the envelope and headed home to prepare his deposit for Gustavus. Now a junior, he’s … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Richard Green

Sophomore Will Riihiluoma puts down his pencil and takes one last look at his final exam. After quickly scanning over the paper, he hands it in and walks out of the room with the same feeling of accomplishment he does after every final exam. Minutes before walking into the room he had glanced over his notes one last time and felt the information click into … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Will Riihiluoma