In wake of assaults, campus works to solve problems; investigation

Two assaults and attempted sexual assaults occurred on campus this past weekend. The incidents occurred within a 24-hour period, the first on Saturday morning around 1:20 a.m. near the Interpretive Center, and the second on Sunday at 8:30 p.m. between Olin Hall and the Fine Arts Building. In both instances the assailant was a white male college-age, described as being 5’10” tall with a medium … Continue reading In wake of assaults, campus works to solve problems; investigation

Fox and Prince elected Senate co-presidents

The Gustavus student body has elected Nick Prince and Jen Fox as its next Student Senate co-presidents. The results from the Feb. 28 poll favored Prince and Fox over opponents Blake Gust and Kate Redden, showing 54.1 percent of the vote for the winning duo and 41.9 percent for Gust and Redden. 760 students voted in the election, which is more than the past two … Continue reading Fox and Prince elected Senate co-presidents

Colombia exhibit features art of passion, conflict

Gustavus is proud to present “Remember Me: Voices of the Silenced,” a traveling gallery of powerful interactive artwork from Colombia. On March 14, Nils Dybvig and Michele Braley, social workers who have worked with Christian peacemaker teams in Colombia since 2006, will present a lecture at 7:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall. A reception and the opening of the exhibit will follow on the main floor … Continue reading Colombia exhibit features art of passion, conflict

AmeriCorps reaches out to students to volunteer

AmeriCorps programs are being launched statewide in an effort to recruit more volunteers and tutors to help Minnesota children in reading and math. This means that Gustavus students are welcome to take an initiative in these new programs for the 2011-2012 school year. The two programs, Minnesota Reading Corps (MRC) and Minnesota Math Corps (MMC), are recruiting over 900 tutors across Minnesota. The Minnesota Reading … Continue reading AmeriCorps reaches out to students to volunteer

Women’s History Month

Public celebration of women’s history began in our nation in 1978, originally known as “Women’s History Week.” The week that was originally selected included March 8, International Women’s Day. In 1981, Congress approved a resolution proclaiming a national Women’s History Week, which was then expanded to the celebration to an entire month in 1987, and March was officially declared Women’s History Month. “The purpose [of … Continue reading Women’s History Month

Renee Guittar — Dancing Queen

Renee Guittar laughs all the time. “If anyone wanted to be the most caring, adorable, loving, genuine person, they should talk to Renee Guittar,” Junior Elementary Education Major Ashley Neaton said. Perhaps it’s the wide, bright smile, the memorable laughter or the incredible amount of purple belongings she owns that makes people want to get to know her. But once they meet Renee, they understand … Continue reading Renee Guittar — Dancing Queen

On-campus movie: Fighter’s flight

The 2010 boxing movie, The Fighter, on a superficial level follows the stereotypical sport movie plotline. The formula for such a movie goes as follows: The protagonist comes from a rough family and background, but has true talent. Because of this, no one, including himself, thinks he’ll be able to win whatever sport he’s playing. That is, of course, until he finds the inspiration and … Continue reading On-campus movie: Fighter’s flight

Sacred Space: A time to relax

Sacred Space is an event sponsered by the chaplain’s office  periodically to help Gustavus community members relax from their hectic lives. Sacred Space offers a nuetral space on campus for community members to enjoy the quiet relflection time. Held in Alumni Hall, Sacred Space is open to various spiritualities about once a month and offers a variety of ways for people to relax, mediate and … Continue reading Sacred Space: A time to relax

President’s Ball tickets on sale

Gustavus’s 28th annual President’s Ball will take place on Saturday March 19. This Gustie tradition, planned by the Campus Activity Board (CAB), will be held in St. Paul at the Riverfront Crowne Plaza. Entertainment will be provided by the Rockin’ Hollywoods, as well as a DJ and a special performance by the Gustavus Swing Club. The event will begin at 5:00 p.m. with a social … Continue reading President’s Ball tickets on sale