Gustavus’ plan for disaster

The fact that Gustavus has a plan of action to follow in the case of a crisis involving students is often taken for granted by the average Gustie. Distant memories of the F3 tornado that tore through campus more than a decade ago serve as the sole reminder of how College officials are prepared to respond quickly to a disaster on campus. As a result, rarely do our minds wander to what might be in store for us if we were to find ourselves in a similar scenario while studying away from St. Peter. Continue reading Gustavus’ plan for disaster

January Interim under speculation

January Interim Experience at Gustavus offers a different campus atmosphere than the full terms between which it is sandwiched. Students are only required to take one credit during January Interim Experience and only two of these credits during their four years at Gustavus. January Interim Experience offers some unique experiences, such as study abroad programs around the world, internships, yoga and dance classes, but it … Continue reading January Interim under speculation

Sexual assault reported on campus

In an e-mail last week, Dean of Students Jeff Stocco notified the campus community that three incidents of sexual assault had been reported to campus authorities. According to one of the complainants, all three complaints were filed against one senior, male student. According to the email, the three students knew the perpetrator and all incidents took place during the 2008-09 academic year. The complaints are … Continue reading Sexual assault reported on campus

Plans for the new academic building swings into action

After months of brainstorming, negotiating and designing, solid plans are in the works Since the year 2004, after the final renovations of Old Main were nearly completed, Gustavus began planning to make way for a brand new academic building, as well as a complete renovation of the A.H. Anderson Social Science Center (SSC). Although plans have yet to be finalized, construction of the building is … Continue reading Plans for the new academic building swings into action

New exhibit at Hillstrom Museum of Art shows familiar styles

Anew exhibition is gracing the walls of the Hillstrom Museum of Art at Gustavus. From Feb 15 to April 18, 2010 works from the art forger Elmyr de Hory and a new display in the campus’ Focus IN/OUT exhibit, will be on display for art enthusiasts. Director Don Myers of the Hillstrom Museum of Art has worked with the current owner of all the works … Continue reading New exhibit at Hillstrom Museum of Art shows familiar styles

Senior Sam Paulson: Big man on campus

Senior Management Major Sam Paulson is a friendly, outgoing Gustie Greeter, a member of the SAE Fraternity and a varsity basketball player. If this doesn’t make him stand out from a crowd, one other thing will for sure: Sam’s height. “My height is my most defining characteristic; I am the tallest person on campus, six feet and nine inches. It has it pros and cons, … Continue reading Senior Sam Paulson: Big man on campus

Senior art studio majors host mid-year exhibition

This past Thursday, Gustavus’ 18 senior studio art majors hosted an exhibition of their works, titled “Advance Screening: Mid-Year Senior Art Show,” in the Schaefer Art Gallery located in the Fine Arts building. This show preceded their final show, which is set to take place in early May 2010. The show consisted of works from all of this year’s senior studio art majors. Each student … Continue reading Senior art studio majors host mid-year exhibition