Math major takes the field: Q & A with Brennen Lishman, UMN Marching Band Block Captain
The most recent Block Captain Brennen Lishman is a College of Science and Engineering student studying mathematics. Photo by Gopher Photo
MINNEAPOLIS / ST. PAUL (07/23/2026) – In the classroom, Mathematics major Brennen Lishman is all about numbers. On the field, he's taking on the role of Block Captain of the University of Minnesota Marching Band.
Lishman will be the 18th student to hold this key student leadership title since the inception of the role in 2006. The Block Captain works closely with the band's faculty, staff and leadership team to serve the needs of all band members while continuing to serve as a regular member of the ensemble.
Learn more about why Lishman wanted to be a part of the marching band and why he chose his major in a Q+A from the College of Science and Engineering.
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