Issue 20 Part 2
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Day: April 17, 2015
Issue 20 Part 1
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The Double-Edged Sword
This subject really pisses me off. I feel that if I talk about it, even though it applies to me, I won’t be able to accurately describe it or the stigma that surrounds its existence. What I’d really like to discuss in this week’s segment is mental illness and the negative views our society has about it. Since I was about fifteen years old, I’ve … Continue reading The Double-Edged Sword
U.S. and Cuba Renew Relations
Over the past few days there has been a lot of news about the recent meeting during the Summit of the Americas in Panama City. The Summit marks the first time in over 50 years that the U.S. and Cuba have publically met. In addition to the meeting, President Obama has requested to remove Cuba from the list of State Sponsored Terrorism. While still in … Continue reading U.S. and Cuba Renew Relations
Lost Wanderlust
Scenario one: A hazy mist hangs in the air, and there is a certain light falling that wasn’t there when you left home this morning. The mist suddenly becomes a downpour – nature creating a background music of harsh drops hitting the stone street and the rumbling thunder surrounding the city block. You look up at the rain thinking about the umbrella that is still … Continue reading Lost Wanderlust
Climate Who?
I’ve already spoken about climate change in the past, and I’m sure people are sick of the topic. I know I am, mostly because it shouldn’t really be a topic of debate. Now, this isn’t going to be an article talking at you about climate change and how it’s ruining the world, et-cetera, et-cetera. Instead, you’re going to hear about some current events that, while … Continue reading Climate Who?
Make it OK campaign
New opportunity to ‘Take your Professor to Lunch’
Students interact with professors, staff, and other employees of the College on a regular basis, but often only within the confines of the classroom or regular routines. New this month, the “Take Your Professor to Lunch” program will provide an opportunity for students to enjoy a new kind of engagement. The program is a collaboration of efforts from the Kitchen Cabinet and the Health and … Continue reading New opportunity to ‘Take your Professor to Lunch’
Gusties serve for Spring Break
Gustavus Adolphus College organizations represented campus internationally during Spring Break. Among these organizations was Habitat for Humanity, Students Today Leaders Forever, and Learning To Serve. Habitat for Humanity sent groups to North Carolina, Tennessee and Lousiana to construct houses and rebuild communities. 75 volunteers traveled to help raise awareness on housing issues across the nation and aid Habitat for Humanity with their mission of providing … Continue reading Gusties serve for Spring Break
Sustainability movements connect for change
Sustainability movements have been a frequent topic of discussion this year, and the discussion continues with several upcoming events, Earth Week and Justice, Faith, and Climate Change conversation. Several groups are combining for for Earth Week. The week takes place beginning Monday, April 20 and ending April 25. Earth Week is put on by the Arboretum staff in collaboration with the Gustavus Greens and the … Continue reading Sustainability movements connect for change