Emma Kelsey – Staff Writer The Spring Bands Concert will take place this Saturday, March 25th in the Chapel from 1:30pm to 3:30pm. The Gustavus Chamber Winds, Directed by Karrin Meffert-Nelson, Gustavus Wind Symphony, Directed by Dr. Heidi Johanna Miller, and Gustavus Wind Orchestra, Directed by James Patrick Miller will be performing. Megan Rands, a Sophomore percussionist in the Gustavus Wind Orchestra (GWO), says that … Continue reading Gustavus ensembles prepare for their spring concert

Katie Doolittle – Staff Writer Sophomore Robert “Robbie” Swenson takes on his time at Gustavus with a fun-loving spirit. With his heavy involvement on campus and his rigorous studies, Swenson manages to meet his challenges with a positive, “can-do” attitude.  Swenson’s positive energy is deeply appreciated by his peers. “He is one of the friendliest people I have ever met. He effortlessly navigates small talk … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Robbie Swenson

Michaela Woodward – Staff Writer On Wednesday afternoon, students gathered in the Melva Lind Interpretive Center to learn how to tap maple trees and make maple syrup.  Senior Tessa Johnson is a student worker in the Arboretum and has helped plan the event. “We [the Arboretum student workers and the Arb Naturalist Scott Moeller] will be teaching students how to tap maple trees and collect … Continue reading Students learn to tap maple trees in the Arb