Month: December 2010
The rent is too damn high
The Rent is Too Damn High party, lead by Jimmy McMillan, a New York gubernatorial candidate, struck a chord with many college students because of his outrageous demeanor and humorous rhetoric. However, students may have another reason besides humor to relate to MacMillan’s stance. Gustavus students may not realize the costs of their housing. Dorm rooms (Norelius Hall, Complex, Pittman Hall, Sohre Hall, Rundstrom Hall … Continue reading The rent is too damn high
Rich Aune named director of admissions
Rich Aune ‘81 has been named director of admissions for Gustavus by an announcement from Vice President for Enrollment Management Tom Crady. Aune worked for the admissions office for four years after his graduation in 1981 and returned to the office in 1989 where he has been working ever since. In his career, Aune has served as an admission counselor, assistant director, associate director and … Continue reading Rich Aune named director of admissions
Film premiere / El estreno de la película
As a final assignment for COM-265, Video Representation in the communication studies department, the class has embarked on an ambitious project to collaborate with three Latino families in St. Peter to produce three short videos that will offer a glimpse into their everyday lives. The three short videos will be shown as a public premiere: El estreno de la película, which means the movie premiere … Continue reading Film premiere / El estreno de la película
Gustavus Swing Club
Hillstrom Museum highlights alumni art
Located just under the Market Place, the Hillstrom Museum of Art houses wors of art by Gustavus Atists. All of the current exhibit was completed by Gustie alums. The museum is featuring alumni artwork that includes paintings done in watercolor, acrylic and oil, sculptures, architectural ideas and photography. This event is free and open to the public and will be displayed until the end of … Continue reading Hillstrom Museum highlights alumni art
Cockroaches in College View
Emma Strand – Student involvement at new heights
It’s a well known fact that Gustavus students have a strong dedication to involvement, both up on the hill and in the greater community as well. Emma Strand is no exception to this characterization. The senior communication studies major, who hails from Woodbury, Minn. has been actively involved both on campus and off ever since the beginning of her student career as a Gustie. Although … Continue reading Emma Strand – Student involvement at new heights
Ways to relax and reflect
Tea Time and Fondue Fridays are two events sponsored by the Center for Vocational Reflection (CVR) that encourage students, faculty and staff to take time to relax. Tea Time is held every Thursday from 2:30-4:30 p.m., and Fondue Friday happens on the third Friday of each month at the same time. Both events are held in the CVR. Tea Time is an idea that was … Continue reading Ways to relax and reflect
Taking the express to finals
Live music, free food and professors serving students—all of this and more can be found at Midnight Express. As a Gustavus tradition, at the end of each semester, students, faculty and staff come together in the Market Place for a chance to de-stress and carbo-load before finals. This year, Midnight Express will take place on Wednesday, Dec. 15 from 10:00 p.m. to midnight. The event … Continue reading Taking the express to finals