Author: msousa
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The Power of Community: How Fine Arts Brought Anna and Kieran Together
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The Gustavus Adolphus College Fine Arts department is known for its abilities – whether it be dance, theater, choir, or any of the others offered, to be a part of them is to be a part of something great. There is a sense of community that can be found within the walls of Bjorling, with…
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Between Dreams, with Michon Weeks
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The Nobel Conference has long been an esteemed tradition at Gustavus Adolphus College, bringing together some of the brightest minds each year to share their insights with the student body and the public. What makes this conference unique is its multidisciplinary approach, incorporating perspectives from the sciences, humanities, and arts. The 2024 Nobel Conference, Sleep,…
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Emma Forsyth ’25: 2024 Recipient of the ELCO Corporation Award
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Emma Forsyth ’25, an environmental studies and dance major at Gustavus, received the ELCO Corporation Award. This award is presented annually to a student who has made the greatest contribution to excellence in the Department of Theatre & Dance. Forsyth is a highly active member of the Theatre & Dance department, consistently contributing to the…
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From College Friends to Music Professionals: The Journey of Alex Terpkosh and Manny Green
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Alex Terpkosh and Manny Green met during their freshman year At Gustavus and quickly became great friends. Green ’23 was an Instrumental Music Education major with Honors in Conducting, while Terpkosh ’23 was a double major in Music and Biology. They bonded over long sight-singing sessions and shared music experiences, helping each other through the…
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Peter and the Starcatcher
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The Gustavus Theatre & Dance Department is presenting “Peter and the Starcatcher,” based on the well-known story of Peter Pan. Telling the origin stories of some of the notable characters such as Peter Pan, Tinkerbell, and Captain Hook, performances will be occurring Thursday, May 9 through Saturday, May 11 at 8 p.m., along with performances…
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Exploring Paths: A Journey through Art, Psychology, and Identity with Jada Zevenbergen
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Jada Zevenbergen is a senior Studio Art, Psychology and Gender, Women, Sexuality Studies major from Shakopee, Minnesota. She has been very involved in the Studio Art and Theater department during her time here at Gustavus. Jada met with us to talk about her experiences. Why did you come to Gustavus? I really liked the landscape,…
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From Florida to Vegas: Jake Lucas ’25
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Jake Lucas ’25 stays busy on campus, taking full advantage of the Gustavus liberal arts experience. The Public Accounting major and Music minor is a varsity tennis and a French horn player with the Gustavus Wind Orchestra. When both groups planned out-of-state trips, Lucas found a way to go with both. To opposite sides of…
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From Mexico to Saint Peter: Mariana’s Journey through Art and Theatre at Gustavus
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Mariana Rodriguez-Guzman (Mar) is a senior Theatre and Studio Art major with a minor in Costume Design from Mexico City, Mexico. She has been in numerous theater productions at Gustavus, and has created art that can be found both on campus and in Sain. Peter. Mar met with us to talk about her experience at…
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Shakespeare and Gustavus
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The theater department at Gustavus Adolphus College has been hard at work putting together their production of William Shakespeare’s Cymbeline. Rehearsed almost exclusively during the month of January, the cast worked Monday through Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. to bring this all together, with director Matthew Trucano and cast member Timothy Snyder ‘27…
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Gustavus Choir and Gustavus Wind Orchestra Embark on Tour
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The Gustavus Choir and the Gustavus Wind Orchestra embark on tour by the end of this week. From intricate melodies to powerful harmonies, each ensemble brings a unique flavor to the stage, creating an immersive experience that transcends musical boundaries. As they hit the road, be prepared to be enthralled by the magical synergy of…