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  • Sydney Dimapelis ’24

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    harrietanderson

    “I chose Gustavus Theatre & Dance because it gave me the tools for the creative expression I was looking for in the theatre world. The program provided me with tools and skills that are unique and the classes involve learning new skills from great professors and students. This department provides all the things I have…

  • Elyse Doeden ’23

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    “The dance program at Gustavus is like my second home. I have loved learning the uniqueness of each professor’s own style from being in classes with them and being casted in their pieces. The dance program is one of my favorite aspects of being at Gustavus!”

  • Ainsley Cox ’24

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    harrietanderson

    “Being part of the Gustavus Theatre & Dance Department has allowed me to grow as a student, artist, and person.” Theatre major, Ainsley Cox, shares about their experience in the department. Every member of the community holds deep passion for their craft and it is a joy to work collaboratively with unique artists and push…

  • Austin Adler ’23

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    harrietanderson

    “Before college I knew I wanted to be a theatre major but something always felt missing. The Gustavus Theatre and Dance Department allowed me to capitalize on my love for acting while discovering my missing piece which turned out to be scenic carpentry.“ Theatre major, Austin Adler, shares about their experience in the department. Being…

  • Kjerstin Anderson ’22

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    harrietanderson

    “Designing the costumes for The Misanthrope allowed me to get into a top grad school and gave me the confidence to chase after what I want.” Theatre Major, Kjerstin Anderson, shares her experience in the Theatre and Dance Department. Designing the costumes for The Misanthrope allowed me to learn so many things, like the general…

  • Astrid Axtman ’22

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    harrietanderson

    “I am so thankful that I had the opportunity to create this piece as it challenged me as a choreographer, leader, and strategizer.” Dance major, Astrid Axtman, describes the experience of creating and performing a dance piece. It felt empowering to be trusted and given full resources to create and produce a feature dance with…

  • November 22, 2022 Kitchen Cabinet Minutes

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    Gustease

    November 22, 2022 Steve Kjellgren, Tim Born, Jeri Miller, Jen Donkin, Lisa Heldke, Stephanie Marsh, Karen Yess, Anna Deike, Chuck Niederriter, Danielle Burger, Kari Wallin, Lucas Lennartson, Soren Sackreiter From the Director: Last meeting was an energizing start to the school year and looking forward to building on that momentum. The opportunity for us is…

  • November 8, 2022 Kitchen Cabinet Minutes:

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    November 8, 2022Steve Kjellgren, Kevin Birr, Lisa Heldke, Jeri Miller, Jen Donkin, Bob Schlueter, Stephanie Marsh, MarkHanson, Karen Yess, Anna Deike, Molly Yunkers, Chuck Niederriter1) Mission of the Kitchen Cabinet: We’re an advisory committee to the Dining Service whosecharge is to help conceive of and carry out the college’s mission, particularly its educationalmission. Invented 15-18 years…

  • February 2022 Kitchen Cabinet Minutes

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    Kitchen CabinetFebruary 15 th , 2022Steve Kjellgren, Kevin Birr, Lisa Heldke, Tim Born, Jen Donkin Jeri Miller, Karen Yess, Jennifer Warren,Doug Thompson, Kari WallinWhat feels sad about COVID and current dining service– Wages dining service students getting vs other departments– Students frustrated with the dining service hours and lack of food options at 7:30 pm–…

  • Mula Lay ’22

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    harrietanderson

    “All you need is a microphone to make a podcast. And some editing software. And some stories. And a student champion with a great voice for radio.” His first major was computer science. But like so many Gusties before him, Lay questioned his first choice when the poetry and stories he was writing were competing…