Calendar (3/15/13)

The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but rather the instructions to a t-shirt cannon. Not necessarily good instructions, but instructions nonetheless. Friday, Mar. 15 Faculty Meeting: Alumni Hall 2:30 p.m. Hopefully they have a sign that says, “No Kidz Aloud.” Gustie Cup: Basketball and Dunk Contest (Space Jam Edition): Lund Center Forum 4:30 p.m. All … Continue reading Calendar (3/15/13)

Senate considers Dive alternatives

An effort to raise money for the renovation of the Dive was rejected on Monday, March 4 when the student body voted not to increase the student activity fee. The resolution received 421 “no” votes and 380 “yes” votes, totaling 801 total votes on the resolution. This increase, which would add $50 to students’ activity fees for the next eight years would have raised one … Continue reading Senate considers Dive alternatives

D.E.E.P. aims for cultural awareness, education…

…and service As a group new to campus, the Diversity Education Exploration Project (D.E.E.P.), has accomplished many of their goals, one of which involves embarking on a four-city tour of the United States over Spring Break. D.E.E.P. originated as a group of underrepresented students who were interested in traveling around the United States with a purpose to gain a deeper understanding of diverse cultures. The … Continue reading D.E.E.P. aims for cultural awareness, education…

Small, Beautifully, Moving Parts presented by…

…GWS Program The Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies Program at Gustavus Adolphus College hosted a free public screening of Small, Beautifully Moving Parts on March 7, 2013. The screening of Small, Beautifully Moving Parts at Gustavus was the film’s premiere in MN. Co-director Annie Howell was also on campus for the screening and took questions from the audience at the conclusion of the film. Howell … Continue reading Small, Beautifully, Moving Parts presented by…

Professor Doug Huff presents lecture for Phi Beta Kappa Eta

Entitled ‘The Crucible and Aristotelian Moral Authority’ On Wednesday, March 20, Philosophy Professor Doug Huff will be giving a lecture sponsored by Phi Beta Kappa society entitled, “The Crucible and Aristotelian Moral Authority.” Phi Beta Kappa sponsors the Phi Beta Kappa Visiting Scholar Lecture every other year, which features a prominent national scholar who speaks on his or her field of expertise. In recent years, … Continue reading Professor Doug Huff presents lecture for Phi Beta Kappa Eta

Gusties of the Week: Student Senate Co-Presidents Elect

Dani Cabrera is a sophomore communications studies major known for her work ethic and compassion. Her position as a Collegiate Fellow (CF) allows her to exercise both of these skills while working with first-year students in Norelius Hall. She was surprised by how much her CF position benefited not only her residents, but herself. “I love how being a CF has provided me the opportunity … Continue reading Gusties of the Week: Student Senate Co-Presidents Elect

Hillstrom Museum of Art hosts two exhibits

Gusties; artist Ann Martin and collector Reverend Richard L. Hillstrom The Hillstrom Museum of Art is currently housing two concurrent exhibits, How Things Are: Paintings by Ann Martin and The Eight, The Ashcan School, and the American Scene in the Hillstrom Collection.  These two exhibits are on display until April 21.  The pieces in How Things Are are also the inspiration for a series of … Continue reading Hillstrom Museum of Art hosts two exhibits