Day: September 13, 2013

News

Alumna wed, first same-sex marriage in state

In a quiet moment on a dark summer night, Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton ushered guests into Minneapolis City Hall. Hours later, Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak and Reverend Dr. James Gertmenian made history as they officiated the first same-sex marriage in state history, while the crowd of over a thousand erupted into celebration and cries of joy. On a sweeping, white marble staircase of the Minneapolis, … Continue reading Alumna wed, first same-sex marriage in state

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Tales from Abroad: Global stories, experiences, and life lessons as told by Gusties studying abroad.

The experience of being completely enveloped in a roaring crowd is one that will never lose excitement for me. Last Friday, I found myself settled deep in a mass of red, white, and blue that covered the Estadio Nacional in Santiago, belting out Chilean gritos or chants at the top of my lungs, and sometimes letting the roar of others enshroud me and resonate deep … Continue reading Tales from Abroad: Global stories, experiences, and life lessons as told by Gusties studying abroad.

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News

Ohle to retire, Presidential search ensues

President Jack Ohle, the 16th president of Gustavus, announced his retirement after six years as president in an email to the Gustavus community on June 27, 2013 following a meeting of the Board of Trustees. Having entered into his position on July 1, 2008, he will retire at the end of his contract on June 30, 2014. President Ohle’s contributions to the College include landscaping … Continue reading Ohle to retire, Presidential search ensues

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Sports & Fitness

Tips for finding the motivation to work out

As swimsuit season draws to a close, the weather starts to get cooler, and classes start ramping up, finding the motivation to work out can be difficult. But with a newly-updated Lund Center, beautiful fall weather, and these tips and tricks to get you going, finding the motivation to lace up those running shoes and hit the gym should be a breeze. Set Realistic Goals … Continue reading Tips for finding the motivation to work out

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Gustie of the Week

Gustie of the Week: Jessie Erickson

The guitar rests on Junior Jessie Erickson’s lap, her only companion in the dorm room as everyone else has left for break. Coaxed by the fortune cookie hanging on the wall over her bed reading, “sell your ideas they have exceptional merit,” she turns on the video camera and records her cover of “Thrift Shop” by Macklemore. The YouTube video began as an act of … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Jessie Erickson

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Sports & Fitness

Athlete of the Week: Caitlin Fermoyle

Junior Cross Country runner Caitlin Fermoyle was named the MIAC  Women’s Cross Country Athlete of the Week after finishing second in Saturday’s meet at Saint John’s University. Caitlin was the first Division III runner to cross the finish line and helped lead the Gustavus women’s team to a second place finish in the meet. Caitlin ran the 6k race in 23:35 and was one of … Continue reading Athlete of the Week: Caitlin Fermoyle

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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor (9/13/2013)

I am not trying to criticize anyone in the Gustavus community because we are all here to learn, and there are different understandings of what being an educated and well-rounded person means to different people. However, I think the Gustavus community is lacking something that is necessary for interacting with today’s more diverse world. People in your future workplace or neighborhood might be from different … Continue reading Letter to the Editor (9/13/2013)

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Sports & Fitness

Volleyball has high potential and expectations

The 2013 Gustavus volleyball team consists of 20 players—none of which are seniors. The roster lists six juniors, eight sophomores, and six first-year players. The team is young, but returns with some of their best players this year after ending 2012 with an overall record of 10-18 and MIAC mark of 4-7 (t-9th). The women ranked eleventh in the league in total kills, twelfth in … Continue reading Volleyball has high potential and expectations

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Sports & Fitness

Are you ready for some football? The NFL is back

The NFL regular season is finally underway and what a wild week it was. The first game of the NFL season was held on Thursday, Sept. 5, when the Denver Broncos hosted the 2013 Super Bowl Champions, the Baltimore Ravens. The Broncos won the opener 49-27 after Broncos quarterback Peyton Manning threw an NFL record-tying 7 touchdowns. Manning also threw for 462 yards and completed … Continue reading Are you ready for some football? The NFL is back

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