Month: September 2013
Issue 4 (9/27/2013)
Internship leaves student abandoned, but not discouraged
Last spring, Senior History Major Keenan Madson became the first student in Gustavus history to receive the opportunity to do an internship in China. The internship was going to allow Madson to work with historians and engineers at Chime-long Paradise, the largest amusement park in China. Located just north of Hong Kong in southern China, Chime-long Paradise, planned to host 13 American students to work … Continue reading Internship leaves student abandoned, but not discouraged
Tales from Abroad (9/20/2013)
I stood in Saint Mark’s Square in the middle of Venice. I had been told of splendor and magic that the square exudes… Yet, as I shuffled along through a mass of humanity, I felt boxed in, thirsty (but not thirsty enough to pay 4 euro for water), and concerned that one of the thousands of pigeons dive-bombing throughout the square would land on my … Continue reading Tales from Abroad (9/20/2013)
Men’s tennis team: One big happy family
Living at college can cause feelings of homesickness, but for one Gustavus sports team, family time is primarily held on the tennis courts at practice each day with one another. Joey MacGibbon, senior men’s tennis player, feels right at home when he’s with his teammates. “I consider multiple guys on the team my very best friends here on campus. You’ll never see a Gustie tennis … Continue reading Men’s tennis team: One big happy family
19th Building Bridges Conference topic: Environmental Justice
As it approaches its 19th year, the Building Bridges Conference has become a signature event on campus that addresses social justice matters on a global scale. The conference has been a rewarding opportunity for students to engage in meaningful dialogue with one another, as well as with experts in the field. The theme of this year’s Building Bridges Conference will focus on environmental justice. The … Continue reading 19th Building Bridges Conference topic: Environmental Justice
Women’s tennis confident they can outserve the competition
After undergoing a rebuilding year last season, the women’s tennis team has returned to the courts ready to show the other teams in their conference what they can do. The team is comprised of thirteen players, only one of whom is a senior. “Last year was a rebuilding year for the program, which helped many players develop. This will lead to huge strides this season … Continue reading Women’s tennis confident they can outserve the competition
Changes in Greek community
Greek organizations have been around Gustavus for over 100 years. To go Greek, is to join a sorority or fraternity bound together by brotherhood or sisterhood, common values, and aspirations.These students participate in social events, develop leadership skills, and make lifelong friends as members of sororities and fraternities. There are six sororities and five fraternities on campus, and almost one-fifth of the student body is … Continue reading Changes in Greek community
New Director of Campus Safety arrives from MSU security
During a summer of campus renovations and shifts in faculty, Gustavus also welcomes a new Director of Campus Safety, Carol Brewer. Brewer, a native of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, had previously worked at Minnesota State University, Mankato for the past 20 years holding various positions in campus security. Most recently, she held the position of Assistant Director of Security for 13 years. She holds a … Continue reading New Director of Campus Safety arrives from MSU security
49th Nobel Conference preview speaker to address campus
The preview to the 49th Nobel Conference will feature a lecture by Professor S. James Gates at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20 in Alumni Hall. Not only will Gates give his talk, “Symmetry and the Quincunx Nexus,” at Gustavus Adolphus College, but he will highlight the Nobel Conference in talks given at the Science Museum of Minnesota, Minnesota Public Radio, and St. Peter High … Continue reading 49th Nobel Conference preview speaker to address campus