Students that want to study abroad for the fall, upcoming spring or academic year are required to turn in applications by March 1 for Gustavus approval. Sessions on Tuesday Feb. 17 and Feb. 24 covered how to apply and general cost and credit information as it pertains to study away. Students that study away range from those majoring in a language wanting more experience to … Continue reading Study abroad deadline drawing near
The Lunar New Year Celebration took place last Saturday, Feb. 21 to celebrate ancient traditions and practices with food, performances and music for the “Year of the Goat.” The celebration is also called Spring Festival. The true New Year began Feb. 19, though the campus celebration took place two days later. Traditionally in China, in preparation for the New Year, many different events and activities … Continue reading Gusties celebrate Asian Lunar New Year
Monday, February 16 •The Campus Safety Director took a report of an incident that occurred on Friday, February 14 in College View. After investigation, one student was referred to the campus conduct system for a weapons policy violation and aggravated assault. •Campus Safety responded to a door alarm at North Hall and documented a propped door. •Campus Safety documented the possible theft of a sandwich … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (2/27/15)
As spring registration began last fall, students majoring in Communication Studies were concerned about being able to complete their major due to not being able to get into critical classes. The department quickly took action to ensure students they would be able to get into the necessary classes in order to graduate. An anonymous Sophomore Communication Studies Major was one such concerned student. She was … Continue reading Communication Studies makes strides to get more classes for students
Candidates for the Co-Presidency of Student Senate met in the St. Peter Room for a short debate on Tuesday, Feb. 24. The conversation began with questions prepared by Co-Presidents Matt Timmons and Hayden Goldstien. Candidates were given one minute to respond to questions aimed towards elaborating what their goals for Student Senate would be. “We’ve both been on senate for 2 years and we see … Continue reading Co-President student Senate candidates debate
Printed student newspapers didn’t start at Gustavus until 1891,with the Annual Messenger appearing in May. Within a couple years, the name changed to Vox Collegii, then Heimdall, then Gustaviana before settling on Gustavus Adolphus Journal. The paper was published monthly and released over 2,000 copies in six years. The money made from selling the papers was given to the Campus Library. Until 1899, the papers … Continue reading The Gustavian Weekly Celebrates 95 Years
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“ Hold fast to dreams, for if dreams die, life is a broken-winged bird, that cannot fly.” –Langston Hughes Across 4. Author of the “Leviathan” 5. In the same family as the bobcat 8. 40th president 9. International Business Machines 11. Horse and Donkey 15. Two- year degree 16. Writer of the “ Star-Spangled Banner” ( three words) 18. Large island south of France 21. Area … Continue reading Entertainment (2/27/15)
The student led play, ctrl presents a visual representation of what happens internally to a person with some form of mental illness. Beginning the initial conception nearly a year ago, the one act play, opening this weekend, was created by Seniors Annie Galloway, Autumn Ike, Malia Yang, and Nikki Rom. The student showcase, originally planned to be performed in the fall, has been transformed into … Continue reading Student-created play addresses mental illness
Tales from Abroad is an ongoing section in which Gustavus students share the highlights of their study abroad experiences. Hey everyone! My name is Ashley Eickhoff and I’m a Junior Spanish major with a LALACS minor, and am currently studying abroad in Guanajuato, México. Every local I’ve met is friendly and always willing to help—which was great in the times I’ve gotten lost. My host family … Continue reading Tales from Abroad (2/27/15)
