It was my first time on a plane. My first time traveling solo. My first time going out of the country. I was headed to the most populated country in the world. Go big or go home, right? At least that was the thought I clung to as I boarded the plane at MSP Airport, destined for Shanghai, China. I tried to remember why I … Continue reading Tales From Abroad (2/21/2014)
The illumination of the incandescent lights lining the streets reveal the tango of Gustavus students, orchestrated by routine, on a Saturday night. A young man stumbling toward his next destination, two-stepping in the effort not to spill his open beer, women clad in outfits defying the chill of early February, cavorting in an attempt to keep pace, a lawn adorned in red and blue solo … Continue reading Drinking it All In: Alcohol Facts
No homo. Oh. Okay. Yeah, as if someone is just going to go up and jump you without consent simply because you happen to be the gender of which they’re attracted. I personally don’t work that way, and neither does most of the sane human population. Just because someone happens to be gay does not mean they are attracted to every person of the same … Continue reading The dumbest thing since non-sliced bread
Recently I watched a short documentary on damn.com called, “Oppressed Majority,” which revolved around sexism against women from a man’s point of view, if “typical” roles were reversed. My first thought: ‘oh boy, here we go.’ Now, I’m not a feminist in the typical, actively-protesting fashion, but at the same time I like to be informed. I decided to spare ten minutes of my time … Continue reading Who’s Feminist?
Most issues in this nation tend to buzz around with a highly controversial nature that everyone and their mother has an opinion on ranging from abortion to climate change. Needless to say, it can be pretty easy to forget the small things with simple fixes. Because let’s face it, it’s way more fun to get into an endless argument with your friends on whether or … Continue reading Guns ‘n stuff
It’s the thought that counts. Whether it’s a birthday, Christmas, or Valentine’s Day. No matter what you give or receive, it’s important to give genuinely. Of course, no one likes the spoiled kid who cries about not getting the newest iPhone, or the brat who tweets how much they hate their parents for giving them the wrong car for their birthday. Though many Gusties remember … Continue reading No Strings Attached
* The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but rather the opinions of Case Day participants. So don’t take it seriously. Friday, Feb. 21 Pie-Off: Interpretive Center 5 p.m. Not to be confused with the Math Department’s annual Pi-Off. Weekend Movie: Thor: The Dark World: Wallenberg Auditorium 8 p.m. The Scandinavian Studies Department is making this a … Continue reading Calendar (2/21/2014)
Tuesday, February 11 Campus Safety responded to a medical assist in Nobel Hall. A Campus Safety officer responded to a medical assist in the Jackson Campus Center for an injury that occurred the previous week. Wednesday, February 12 Campus Safety and the Saint Peter Police Department responded to a report of a missing person. Campus Safety and the SPPD performed a welfare check in Uhler … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (2/21/2014)
Two-hundred and sixteen Gustavus students are currently registered for the Minnesota Private Colleges Job and Internship Fair, which is a record high for Gustavus and a large increase from last year’s 150 students. Held on Feb. 19-20 at the Minneapolis Convention Center, the fair will seek to connect companies with undergrad students of Minnesota Private Colleges. Associate Director of the Center for Servant Leadership and … Continue reading Minnesota Private Colleges Job and Internship Fair provides unmatchable opportunities
The First Year Olympics (FYO) have been a tradition at Gustavus for 11 years. The idea originally involved only the south side of campus, but in 2004, it was opened to the entire first-year community. FYO has been a longstanding tradition on campus, but they were discontinued a few years ago. However, Collegiate Fellow Jack Healy brought them back in January of 2013. “Last year, … Continue reading First-Year Olympics makes a come back
