Inside the Green Brick Walls: Gwen Carbine '28

Describe what it means to be a Stuart girl

I would describe it as a tight-knit community with very nice, supportive girls!

Take us a through a typical day in your life during a season that matters the most to you

A typical day is arriving at school at 7:15 and getting some work done, going to my first 2 classes, hanging out with my friends at snack, and then going to my next class. After that, I have Flex where I get work done, and then I have my last class of the day. After that is office hours and time for the fall play rehearsal! There are some clubs sprinkled throughout my day too! (Livestock Club is my favorite!)

When have you felt most courageous or confident at Stuart?

Trying out the fall play! I am usually a musical person and had never done a play before, but with my confidence, I found that I like it a lot and had a great time throughout the process.

Which Sacred Heart Goal do you think shows up most in your daily life (and how)?

I think Goal 5 shows up the most in my daily life because I’m always trying to grow into a more independent, self-aware person. I like that this goal emphasizes freedom paired with responsibility, as it reminds me that learning isn’t just about grades, but about understanding myself and making good choices. Whether it’s managing my time, handling challenges, or trying new things, I try to make decisions that help me learn from experience and keep becoming a better version of myself.

What advice do you have for future Stuart students?

Try new things! Whether it's classes that you have never taken or clubs you didn't know existed!

What song would be on your “Walk Into Stuart” playlist?

“Dreams” – Fleetwood Mac

What’s your favorite spot on campus — and why?

My favorite spot on campus is wherever there is nice sunlight(there are always lots because of the big windows), usually in a quiet space like a learning room or the library.

Do you have a favorite piece of Stuart blazer flair/pin?

My Operation Smile pin!