Month: May 2014
What is Creatine, anyway?
The world of bodybuilding supplements has hit an all-time high. With countless new products on the market claiming to “increase strength,” “improve definition,” and “burn fat,” it’s not uncommon to see students walking around campus with their Blender Bottle filled with neon-colored liquids. Among the most popular of supplements on the market is creatine monohydrate, a powder blend that is designed to increase muscle stamina … Continue reading What is Creatine, anyway?
Softball embraces “we before me” mindset
Soggy playing fields and freezing temperatures haven’t made it easy for the women’s softball team to be out on the practice field this year, but their passion for the game kept them sliding into home plate covered in dirt during practice on every cool, rainy day this spring. From having to play their games on the football field to dealing with injuries to a few … Continue reading Softball embraces “we before me” mindset
Women’s tennis enters playoff competition
The Gustavus Women’s tennis team finished their regular season on Saturday, Apr. 26 with a 5-4 win over the University of St. Thomas. The team ended the regular season with an 8-2 record in the MIAC and a 15-5 record overall. St. Thomas gained an early lead winning two of three doubles matches. First-Years Michaela Schulz and Lizzy Stanczyk won the only doubles match for … Continue reading Women’s tennis enters playoff competition
GUSTIE of the WEEK: Kelsey Hanstad
Dancing her way through life, Senior Kelsey Hanstad is an exceptional person who is proud to call herself a Gustie. The dance major from Coon Rapids, Minn. has enjoyed her final year at GAC and has used her time to take the spotlight and shine. From the moment Kelsey toured campus her junior year of high school, she immediately felt Gustavus was the right choice. … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Kelsey Hanstad
Excitement increaces as Timeflies show approaches
This year’s Spring Concert, as revealed at Midnight Express during finals last semester by the Campus Activities Board (CAB), will be Timeflies, with opening act Mike Stud. While there have been some negative comments around campus regarding this choice, most students are excited for the concert. Some find the event to be exciting, regardless of the artists. Others are genuinely excited about the Timeflies choice … Continue reading Excitement increaces as Timeflies show approaches
American Hustle is stylish but confusing for audiences
Director David O. Russell has been on a roll for the last few years. He’s directed critically-acclaimed Oscar-winning movies such as The Fighter and Silver Linings Playbook, which succeeded thanks to his direction and top notch casting. Now, he’s combined the best of both casts to create the crime dramedy known as American Hustle. It tied with Gravity for the most Oscar nominations of 2013, … Continue reading American Hustle is stylish but confusing for audiences
The must-see movies of this summer
With the release of The Amazing Spiderman 2 this week, Hollywood begins its annual summer blockbuster season. Nearly every week from here to the end of August we’ll see a number of releases. This summer continues the ever-increasing release of superhero movies, a slew of adult comedies, sequels looking to continue success, and adaptations of novels, musicals, and graphic novels all to the silver screen. … Continue reading The must-see movies of this summer
A Helpful Reminder: Be Genuine
Crunch time. Finals. No time. Summer. These thoughts are undoubtedly on your mind as you slave away making sure to keep up with studying and all of your busy work. You are becoming more stressed, feeling slightly overwhelmed, and can feel yourself starting to bottle-up your emotions. You see several friends on your way to class. They say hello and ask, “How are you?” as … Continue reading A Helpful Reminder: Be Genuine
It’s Now Or Never
I have always been interested in creative writing, but have never really sat down and said to myself that I am going to write creatively. Right now, I am just sitting here, writing, and I am totally being honest about everything that is going through my head. I am focusing on the present moment, and not getting caught up in the illusion of time that … Continue reading It’s Now Or Never