Day: February 15, 2013
Clark Johnson wins special election with help from the ‘Gustie vote’
In the House District 19A special election, Clark Johnson’s victory all came down to the “Gustie vote.” When Minnesota State Representative and Gustavus Professor in Communication Studies Terry Morrow resigned, a special election was held to fill his seat in the House. After battling through an expedited campaign, the candidates and their constituents watched the election results come in on Tuesday night. GOP candidate Allen … Continue reading Clark Johnson wins special election with help from the ‘Gustie vote’
Alcohol and Drug policy change
Adjustments have been made to the guidelines for students that violate Gustavus’ alcohol and drug policy. Changes were made to the Minimum Sanction Guidelines in the Gustavus Guide. These guidelines provide consistency to hearing officers while also giving each case individual attention. “Originally, when a student was found responsible for a Level III alcohol violation, they were charged a $250 fee for an Alcohol and … Continue reading Alcohol and Drug policy change
I Am We Are discusses taboo subject of ‘sex’ on campus
Presented in a straightforward and unabashed way, social justice theater troupe I Am We Are is bringing the touchy topic of sex to students on campus. Publicized as, ‘the sex-talk you never had,’ the half-hour long show will feature a variety of skits, monologues, dialogues, poetry and conversations expressing a multitude of emotions. Traditionally, the I Am We Are cast draws from personal experiences or … Continue reading I Am We Are discusses taboo subject of ‘sex’ on campus
Investment club enables students to interact with stock market
The Gustavus Investment Club which was founded thanks to a large alumni donation, allows students to actively engage with the stock market. This club, which now maintains an active roster of over 20 students, primarily seeks to educate its members on the opportunities and risks involved in the domestic stock market, while also allowing its members to actually interact with the stock market, through the … Continue reading Investment club enables students to interact with stock market
Gustie of the Week: Lindsey Hjelm
On the ice she holds the most penalties at Gustavus, but after she takes off the helmet, Senior Lindsey Hjelm warms hearts and inspires kindness. Lindsey has played competitive hockey since high school. She has made herself known on the ice, being named Gustavus’ January Student-Athlete of the Month, the MIAC Women’s Hockey Athlete of the Week and scoring her first career hat trick on … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Lindsey Hjelm
The Government Inspector Makes Way for a Russian Revolution
Set at the turn of the twentieth century, The Government Inspector promises to entice audience members with an entertaining adaptation of Nikolai Gogol’s satirical play. The Government Inspector takes place in a small, rural town in Russia, where corruption brews in every crevice of the population, with most businesses, hospitals and merchants operating through bribery and dishonesty. Inviting trouble to this storyline, an incognito inspector … Continue reading The Government Inspector Makes Way for a Russian Revolution
Do yourself a favor this weekend by seeing Wreck-It Ralph
Wallenberg Auditorium will need additional seating this weekend to fit each and every Gustie running to see the best recent animated feature to hit the box office. Wreck-It Ralph takes place in an arcade. More specifically, it takes place within all of the games populating the arcade. It’s got all your favorites: Dance Dance Revolution, Pacman and the like. When the lights go out at … Continue reading Do yourself a favor this weekend by seeing Wreck-It Ralph
Remembering our past to shape our future: Black History Month 2013
A Call For Justice “There is a possibility we have waited too long to give justice and freedom and equality to the oppressed races of the world.” The words of our ninth Gustavus president Edgar Carlson ring true today just as they did in 1957. A strong advocate for civil rights that stemmed from his Christian beliefs, Carlson created what is now known as one … Continue reading Remembering our past to shape our future: Black History Month 2013
Calendar (2-15-13)
The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but the translated manuscript of the Pope’s resignation speech. He loves Wreck-It Ralph. Friday, Feb. 15 Chili Cook-off & Beer Tasting: Interpretive Center 5 p.m. I didn’t know St. Peter was getting a NASCAR event! I Am We Are Presents: The Sex Show!: Alumni Hall 7 p.m. The religious folk thinking … Continue reading Calendar (2-15-13)