Engaging the college male population

When: March 10 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 7:00 to 8:30 p.m. Where: Heritage Banquet Room What: Two presentations, “How can we involve more male students in academic experential learning?” and “Engaging College Men in Work for the Common Good,” from Dr. Miles Groth and Dr. Gar Kellom, the co-editors of “Engaging College Men: Discovering What Works and Why.” This research includes two … Continue reading Engaging the college male population

What is the purpose of a degree in the humanities?

There is an unspoken (and sometimes spoken) hierarchy to collegiate majors. Some disciplines are deemed harder than others or more prestigious or more marketable or smarter or whatever. These sorts of reputations lead to assumptions about the futures and IQs of the students therein. I have heard a biochemistry major say, “We can’t help it. We make fun of other majors,” and truly it’s a … Continue reading What is the purpose of a degree in the humanities?

Democracy for all my friends

As we’re all made aware, serious political upheaval has shot across the Arab world in recent weeks. Largely fueled by similar factors across nations (long-standing autocracies, large proportion of unemployed youth, corruption and Facebook), these revolutions are disrupting the lives of millions in a way that is unprecedented in this millennium. Although there is no wall to tear down this time, it appears as if … Continue reading Democracy for all my friends

Women’s Hockey: Deep freeze

March has finally arrived, giving us a chance to dream of shorts and shades. The spring thaw brings spring sports into focus, and many elements of winter are gratefully left behind. Unfortunately for many, spring will have to wait while we continue to endure the deep freeze our world remains beneath. However, members of the Gustavus Women’s Hockey team hope to keep the ice around … Continue reading Women’s Hockey: Deep freeze