…continues dialogue and sparks reflection Since Nov. 2002, Dakota Indians have made an annual 150-mile journey from Lower Sioux Indian community to Fort Snelling in honor of the Dakota men, women and children who were forcibly removed to concentration camps in Mankato and Fort Snelling in Nov. 1862. This year, Gustavus Adolphus College, along with the Nicollet County Historical Society (NCHS), have had the opportunity … Continue reading Dakota Commemorative March…
…nearing final goal Campaign Gustavus, the name of the College’s comprehensive fundraising effort, has recently hit its $100 million milestone towards its eventual goal of $150 million, thanks to the generosity and vision of many alumni and friends of the College. Thomas Young, Vice President for Instituional Advancement and alumnus of ’88, has strong ties to Gustavus that go back almost one hundred years. “Everything … Continue reading Campaign Gustavus reaches $100 million mark…
Monday, November 5 • Campus Safety took a report of a theft from the Jackson Campus Center. Wednesday, November 7 • Campus Safety responded to a medical assist in Uhler Hall. Thursday, November 8 • Campus Safety investigated a report of a theft of personal property from an unlocked locker in the Lund Center. Friday, November 9 • Campus Safety responded to a report of … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (11/16/12)
Opportunities to develop communication paths between College administrators and students were highlighted in the Annual Report for goals of the College. Some of these avenues include The Provost’s Listening Post, Dishin’ with the Deans and Ken Westphal’s upcoming forum on financial aid. All of these interactive offerings are geared to improve communication, create more community building and provide intentional listening opportunities to ensure the College’s … Continue reading Provost and administration engage in dialogue with students
On Nov. 1, the College and Allina Health Care co-sponsored a No Fear CPR event in Lund Athletic Center. The event kicked off at 12:15 p.m. with a Heart Safe Community presentation. Training in Automated External Defibrillator (AED) usage and bystander CPR took place in three different half hour sessions throughout the afternoon. In each session, students were split into groups to watch a short … Continue reading No Fear CPR
The International Festival is an annual celebration of the diverse cultural heritages of many Gusties and provides a means for students that have studied abroad to share their experiences. The Festival will be held on Friday, Nov. 17 at 5 p.m. in Alumni Hall. The Festival, hosted by the International Cultures Club (ICC), consists of two main elements. First, Alumni Hall opens itself for attendees … Continue reading International festival expands cultural education on campus
Elliot Bell, a Junior Physics major from Lakeville, Minn., is respected among those who know him as an incredibly personable, thoughtful and passionate friend. Elliot, who is a second-year Collegiate Fellow (CF) in Southwest Hall, has lived in the same room for both of his years as a CF. His experience during his first year at Gustavus motivated him to apply to be a CF … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Elliot Bell
The annual Christmas celebration at Gustavus is in full preparation. Tickets are being sent and singers are rehearsing for the 40th Christmas in Christ Chapel celebration. Singers from the Choir of Christ Chapel, the Gustavus Choir and the Lucia Singers will be performing along with the Gustavus Wind Orchestra during the worship services Friday Nov. 30 through Sunday, Dec. 2, 2012. Each year a theme … Continue reading Oh come all ye faithful, celebrate in Chapel
…The Campaign comes to campus Ah, campaign season. That time from September to November that everyone holds so dear in their hearts. Watching The Campaign certainly made it feel like election season didn’t stop after Obama’s re-election. In fact, it brought me back to the beginning of this school year when the election mudslinging was in full swing. Zach Galifinakis stars in this movie and … Continue reading The election is over, but…
The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but they actually kind of are. I mean, they hired me, a known wildcard, in the first place. Friday, Nov. 16 Exemplary Leadership – Privilege in Leadership: Beck 119 2:30 p.m. I’m guessing Kim Jong Il never went to this. The 2012 Theatre Gallery The Edge of … Continue reading Calendar (11/16/12)
