Most of us are aware of several bias-related incidents and “hate crimes” that have occurred within the last several months. Although I don’t know all the facts, I know enough to say these incidents are examples of subjectivity and close-mindedness. There has been a flurry of responses to these cases, including responses by the GUSTAVIAN WEEKLY and by school administration. So the question is, how … Continue reading An Objective Objective
As a junior at Gustavus Adolphus College, I like to tell myself that I have learned a few things about the world and myself since arriving on this campus in the fall of 2011. One thing I believe that I have learned at Gustavus is that life is a journey that is continuously unfolding, and the path we take may or may not be the … Continue reading What “Return on Education” Really Means
It started with Twilight. Then the Hunger Games. Now, it’s things as silly as hating people who like a children’s movie like Frozen. People who haven’t even seen these movies or read the books state that they hate them simply because they’re popular enough to cause a ruckus among most of society. People like them, so people post about them on Facebook, Tumblr, and Twitter … Continue reading Let’s All Agree Not to be Hipsters
I think that we shouldn’t exclusively focus on those in poverty. I think that we should not focus so much on other people suffering. Instead, I think that we should focus on athletic achievements and on the entertainment industry. I want to hear about Adrian Peterson breaking records, about who won the Oscar for Best Leading Actor, about Apple’s new iPhone 8 (or whatever number they … Continue reading Do We Need A Shift?
* The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but you know what, The GusTavian Weekly? It’s about damn time you take responsibility those you hire! Sunday, April 20 Zumba with Paige: Lund 224 7 p.m. It’s an amazing thing to see your dreams come true before your eyes. Zumba War 2014 is that very realization … Continue reading Calendar (4/18/2014)
Independent papers give students more voices Students of an increasing number of alternative publications, largely started from scratch, are changing the definition of what it means to be a college journalist and revolutionizing how news at colleges and universities is provided and produced. By offering an unbound, real-time take on news at Gustavus, these alternative student publications are able to go beyond what the mainstream, … Continue reading Alternative Student Press
Wednesday, March 26 Campus Safety performed a welfare check on a student in Norelius Hall. Campus Safety received a report of two students cited by the Saint Peter Police Department on Saturday, March 15 for underage consumption and one of the students was cited for underage drinking and driving while on College grounds. Thursday, March 27 Two students while on College grounds were cited for … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (4/18/2014)
O ver the last month, an unusual amount of bias incidents were reported to the Dean of Students. The incidents have prompted questions as to the administration’s response method and spurred campus-wide dialogue regarding cultural divisions within the Gustavus community. According to the Dean of Students Office, four bias incidents were reported within a few week’s time. Due to federal law that guarantees the privacy … Continue reading Administration, students respond to bias incidents, prompts dialogue on cultural divisions
Many students walking past Christ Chapel in the evenings are familiar with the faint strains of organ music emitting from the building. More often than not, it is the sound of Junior Biology and Music Major David Lim at the keys. Lim’s time with the organ recently paid off as he was honored as the winner of the Immanuel Lutheran Church Organ Competition in Evanston, … Continue reading David Lim named winner of Immanuel Lutheran Church Organ Competition
