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Marching Ahead: Fighting Bees Welcome New Band Director

Every year, many newcomers are drawn to St. Ambrose for one reason or another. Itcould be for many reasons, such as sports or the SAU community. But for one new fighting bee, the reason is music. But he’s no student! He’s the new marching band director, Dr. Matthew Winarski. “What really attracted me to the […]

SAU Weekly: September 12, 2025

Tune in to our FIRST newscast of the school year! A multi-million dollar campus master plan includes a new academic building, more green space, and additional parking. SAU Weekly’s Grant Ward explains how city leaders are responding. Tiedemann Hall gets its first renovation in decades and we show you the upgrades. SGA President Matt Ardaugh […]

“Let’s Fight for the Brown and Gold?”

The SAU Pep Band supported Valparaiso's basketball team during their Hoops in the Heartland Tournament.

Inside SAU Athletics: Fighting Bee Band

They bring the noise and energy to sporting events, we’re featuring the SAU Marching Band and Pep band! Learn more about the growing bands and hear how they add to the atmosphere at sporting events and represent SAU out in the community.

The Fighting Bee Band Is Back!

Their 2023 show, entitled “Queen Bee” will rock the new stadium.

Fighting Bee: Drum Major Tala Dimitroff

ajor here at SAU who plays an important role as a drum major in our SAU bands. Originally from East Peoria, IL, Tala now attends SAU in hopes of teaching music overseas when she graduates.