The Gustavian Weekly

Kevin DexterNovember 15, 2013November 15, 20131 Comment

PASO and I Am We Are hold workshop to address privilege

In light of recent crimes of hate and bias on campus, the Pan African Student Organization (PASO) and social justice theater troupe, I Am We Are (IAWA), will provide a workshop where students and faculty are invited to interact on issues of understanding privilege and its impact on individuals and relationships. The theme PASO is focusing on this year is, “Unity through Diversity,” and as … Continue reading PASO and I Am We Are hold workshop to address privilege

Kevin DexterNovember 15, 2013November 15, 20135 Comments

Monitored residents: camera surveillance in North Hall

Residents of North Hall have recently been informed that security cameras would be installed in hallways in order to stop negative behavior. Vandalism, harassment, and theft have occurred in North Hall multiple times over the past few months due to a small group of people. Complaints from residents and custodians have led to these drastic measures. “Emails were sent out asking for these things to … Continue reading Monitored residents: camera surveillance in North Hall

Guild of St. Lucia reveals 2013 court members

Celebrated at Gustavus for the first time in 1941, the Swedish tradition of the St. Lucia festival will take place this year on Thursday, Dec. 13. Haley Coller, Casey Lindquist, Hayley Nemmers, Christina Swenson, Mikaela Warner, and Emily Albrecht are the six deserving sophomore women, who were selected from a nomination list of over 60 names to be announced as this year’s official St. Lucia … Continue reading Guild of St. Lucia reveals 2013 court members

Interfaith Day of Fasting unites Gusties in religious dialogue

On Thursday, Nov. 14, more than 150 Gustavus students participated in the first Interfaith Day of Fasting held on the campus. The event was created by Mosaic, a student organization seeking to generate discussion about the role of religion in the modern world across a variety of faiths. Multiple campus groups also lent their support and efforts in co-sponsoring the event. Participants fasted from sunrise … Continue reading Interfaith Day of Fasting unites Gusties in religious dialogue

Men’s basketball preps for season debut

The Gustavus men’s basketball team will start their season by hosting a game against Simpson College on Nov. 15, 2013. According to the team, Simpson College will bring touch competition to the Gus Young Court. “Simpson is a new team for us and they play a little different style than we do—a style we will probably see some of in the future. They’ll definitely be … Continue reading Men’s basketball preps for season debut

Kevin DexterNovember 15, 2013November 15, 20134 Comments

Strength training proven beneficial

When you walk into a gym, you might see a pool, an abdominal station, a cardio station, and a weight room. The cardio and abdominal stations are typically the busiest areas of the gym. When you look at the weight room, it’s usually quiet with just competitive athletes, body builders, and a few others using the lifting machines. The question, then, is why aren’t more people … Continue reading Strength training proven beneficial

Men’s hockey set to face off on home ice

The puck dropped on Friday, Nov. 1 at the annual MIAC Showcase tournament in Blaine, marking the start of the 2013-2014 Gustavus men’s hockey season. The Golden Gusties came away with a 2-1 victory over Bethel, following two second-period goals scored by Senior Gustav Bengston and Junior Tyler Lapic. Gustavus recorded its first loss of the season the following night, falling to conference rival St. Thomas, … Continue reading Men’s hockey set to face off on home ice

Women’s hockey sets sights on National title

As the hockey season begins, the women have high expectations for the team. After four consecutive years placing fourth in the NCAA National Tournament, the women are ready to finally take the title home to Gustavus. Junior Forward Carolyn Draayer says that taking fourth place multiple years in a row has been devastating. The women are looking to make a positive change, and she has … Continue reading Women’s hockey sets sights on National title