Led by Seniors Chris deLaubenfels and Laura Edlund, both the Men’s and Women’s squads are looking solid thus far in the indoor season With the spring sports season just underway, the track and field teams have already participated in five meets, with the most recent being the February 29 Pre-MIAC meet hosted by Carleton. The Gustavus teams put in solid performances on both the men’s … Continue reading Strong start for Gustavus’ Track and Field
Last week was a sad time for Minnesota tax-payers. Our state legislators overrode Governor Pawlenty’s veto to pass an irresponsible transportation bill that increased taxes on the people of our state by an estimated $6.6 billion. That is the largest tax increase in Minnesota history, and it will cost each Minnesotan in excess of $130. This amount may be just a haircut to wealthy, narcissistic … Continue reading Minnesota’s tax hike
What can I say about guns that hasn’t been said before? When it comes down to it, not a whole lot. So in lieu of some exciting breaking logic on the role of guns in society and whether or not people ought to have them, I’m going to hope that a little bit of common sense can go a long way. The most cliché statement … Continue reading Guns: more are not better
Kimberly Braun, first-year, and Lucas Neher, sophomore, have a good reason to be smiling. Braun and Neher were officially elected Student Senate Co-Presidents for the next three semesters at Gustavus during last Monday’s Student Senate election. Overall, the election had one of the best turnouts in recent history. “I was very pleased,” said Erin Koppang, chair of the Campaign Ethics Committee. “So many first-years and … Continue reading The students choose their Presidents…
Board of Trustees to continue presidential search Gustavus will continue its search for a successor to President Jim Peterson. On Tuesday afternoon, the Board of Trustees voted unanimously—on the recommendation of the Search Committee—to reject the current set of candidates and continue the search. In an e-mail sent to the campus community, Chairman of the Board Jim Gale said that although the current candidates were … Continue reading …while Gustavus’ search marches on
Applicants hope to welcome next year’s new Gusties to campus Many Gusties remember their first day at Gustavus—from the excitement of a new dorm room to the many cheers of the Gustie Greeters. With Gustie Greeter applications in, the process of selecting a new batch of high-energy Gustavus enthusiasts begins. Director of Student Activities Megan Ruble said the idea of Gustie Greeters came about “twenty … Continue reading Potential greeters hoping to get their chance
Each year when January rolls around and the temperature dips into the negative numbers, it’s easy to envy the many Gustavus students spending the month abroad. If jealousy has not occurred for you yet, pictures of sunsets over warm beaches might do the trick. “We are not here to help students find new beaches around the world,” however, said Director of the International Education Office … Continue reading Globe trotting Gusties
The Gustavus Men’s Tennis team has been the dominant athletic program competing for the black and gold by a long sight. Since 1969, legendary head coach Steve Wilkinson’s first year on the hill, the Gusties have won 34 of the past 37 MIAC Championships and have won every one since 1989—the year most of the freshman class was born. Although the 2008 edition of the … Continue reading Home sweet home for Gustie Tennis
Seniors Luke Burton and Tony Forster provide a vital service for the Don Roberts Ice Rink faithful For many years, Gustavus Men’s and Women’s Hockey teams have put together successful seasons. The combination of skilled players and staffs has propelled the Gustavus hockey program in the right direction, but a look behind the scenes reveals a couple of Gustavus seniors who have lent their time … Continue reading Unsung heroes
