Poised with a relaxed smile, Junior Nate McNab sat back in his chair as he reflected on his experience at Gustavus Adolphus College. With a laugh and a shrug, he admitted that once sheltered and innocent, his former self would be genuinely surprised to meet present Nate. “My former self would not be as open minded as I am now,” Nate said. “My former self … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Nate McNab
“Maybe People Would Give a Damn if Taylor Swift Were Homeless.” Of all the signs created for last year’s annual Gustavus Sleepout, this was arguably the most photographed and discussed by passers-by. You decide why it was more provocative than a nearby sign informing readers that “63% of Homeless Mothers Have Experienced Severe Physical Assault By An Intimate Male Partner.” This year, Partners for Affordable … Continue reading Letters to the Editor (11/15/2013)
Rubber? Does anyone have a rubber I can borrow?” I overheard a girl shout in my studio art class on a rainy Thursday afternoon. I immediately took out my headphones to ensure I heard right. Yes, I had heard right. I dropped my charcoal stick and thought to myself, “Did she really just say that? Did she really just ask for a condom in the … Continue reading Tales from Abroad (11/15/2013)
The Norse god of thunder has returned to wage war and save the world—all nine realms, in fact—in Marvel’s Thor: The Dark World. With almost all of the major characters from the first movie returning,minus those from S.H.I.E.L.D., and a few new additions, this continuation of the battles of the great prince of Asgard is definitely worth taking a look at. Remember Chris Hemsworth’s portrayal … Continue reading Thor 2: a small ripple in Marvel’s pond
Senior Dance Major Johnny Bates was thrilled to learn last spring that he had been selected to choreograph a dance piece for this fall’s Choreographers’ Gallery, showing Thursday, Nov. 21 through Sunday, Nov. 24. At auditions, Bates searched for the two dancers who could most effectively convey the mood of his piece. Bates’s duet is one of eight dances choreographed by junior and senior dance … Continue reading Student choreographers dig deep for Pure Movement Plus
There were plenty of blockbusters drawing in large audiences to the theatres in the summer of 2013. Because of this, there were even more underrated films, some of which I haven’t even heard of until now. One of these films was The Spectacular Now, which had the writers from the critically acclaimed 500 Days of Summer. Is The Spectacular Now a hidden gem? The plot … Continue reading The Spectacular Now: low budget, high reviews
Your student status is worth more than you think Your Gustavus student ID card (you know the one, that gold card tucked in the back of your wallet, held together with Scotch tape) gives you a number of privileges on campus, such as being able to get meals from the Caf or check out a book from the library, but the truth is, your ID … Continue reading Student Di$counts
Like many students at Gustavus, I am a devout Lutheran, and it’s a running gag for Lutherans to poke fun at our Catholic friends every now and then. However, it must be understood that we should accept and tolerate others based on their beliefs, whether they be a full-blown theology nut or a staunch atheist. In recent months, Jorge Mario Bergoglio, better known as Pope … Continue reading Do unto others
Most people, if not everyone, have had very positive experiences at the zoo. They are popular tourist attractions because they are exciting for those both young and old. Who doesn’t remember seeing their favorite animal at the zoo as a child? Seeing the lions and the tigers, the wolves and otters, and all the reptiles and birds? But every once in awhile, you will catch … Continue reading Troubled at the zoo
You are in the library, third floor to be exact. You open your textbook, notebook, and laptop. You put on your favorite headphones. You take a deep breath and brace yourself for another long night. Two hours pass. Now three. Now four. You keep telling yourself you can’t stop until every page has been read, every question has been answered, every assignment has been completed, … Continue reading Developing your identity
