Campus Safety Report

Monday, January 19 • Campus Safety responded to a medical assist in the Swanson Tennis Center. • Campus Safety responded to a drug violation in Gibbs Hall by an unknown person. Tuesday, January 20 • Campus Safety responded to a reported theft from the Jackson Campus Center. • Campus Safety responded to a suspected drug violation in Uhler Hall. One student was referred to the … Continue reading Campus Safety Report

Professor Greg Kaster researches his passion during sabbatical

At the start of the semester, students may note the absence of some of their professors as they take a leave of sabbatical. Professor Greg Kaster of the History Department is one such faculty member, and will be absent from campus until his return in September of 2015. Professor Eric Carlson, Chair of the History Department, described the nature of sabbaticals at Gustavus and other … Continue reading Professor Greg Kaster researches his passion during sabbatical

Student Senate efforts visible on campus

Following a productive Fall Semester, the fruits of the efforts of Student Senate are becoming visible across campus. Perhaps most prominent are the additions of hydration stations in the residence halls. “The hydration stations were really inspired by students that were passionate about the issue and were willing to make progress on it.”—Hayden Goldstien “This was a project that senators have been working on since … Continue reading Student Senate efforts visible on campus

Entertainment (2/13/15)

“ People take different roads seeking fulfillment and happiness. Just becasue they’re not on your road doesn’t mean they’ve gotten lost.”–Dalai Lama XIV Across 2. The ‘Brown’ wizard in “The Hobbit” 5. Yellow and blue combined 7. Extinct flightless bird 9. Country that owns Easter Island 10. Valuable found in oysters 13. Previous currency of France 14. All Sikh men have to wear these 19. … Continue reading Entertainment (2/13/15)

Dracula Untold not sharp enough to bite

Count Dracula is one of the more fascinating literary characters that scholars get a kick out of analyzing, which cannot be said for all villainous characters. Because of this, Bram Stoker´s character popularized the concept of the vampire long before Twilight, and has appeared in a number of films played by several actors that would make James Bond blush. Instead of simply adapting Stoker´s novel … Continue reading Dracula Untold not sharp enough to bite

Gustavus Wind Orchestra continues traditional tour

Spring semester and January Interim are busy times for members of the Gustavus music community. The Gustavus Wind Orchestra (GWO), the nation’s oldest collegiate music ensemble west of the Mississippi River, began their 10 day Winter Concert Tour at high schools and churches throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin on Feb. 1. The ensemble started their tour in Long Lake, Minnesota and will officially end with GWO’s … Continue reading Gustavus Wind Orchestra continues traditional tour

Tales from Abroad (2/13/15)

Tales from Abroad is an ongoing section in which Gustavus students share the highlights of their study abroad experiences. Hello from hot and humid South Africa!  I have decided to spend my Junior spring semester studying Community Health and Social Policy in South Africa with SIT.  I have already discovered that it’s one thing to travel abroad, climbing mountains and seeing the country, but it’s quite … Continue reading Tales from Abroad (2/13/15)

GUSTIE of the WEEK: Jesse Brown

Junior Jesse Brown is of the small percentage of students at Gustavus  who grew up right here in St. Peter. While many students yearn to get away from their hometown after high school, Jesse, who worked in the Gustavus cafeteria throughout high school, said that he never felt that desire, as he always had a deep appreciation for the community on  the hill. “I’d always … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Jesse Brown