This year in sports: Looking back on 2015-2016 Gustie Athletics

What a year it’s been for Gustie Athletics! To celebrate the College Department of Intercollegiate Athletics is hosting the second annual Golden Gusties Awards Banquet on Sunday, May 15 in the Don Roberts Ice Rink. The banquety will honor the achievements of all the athletic teams and its student-athletes.  The banquet will include a social hour with hors d’oeuvres and dessert from 6:15 to 7 … Continue reading This year in sports: Looking back on 2015-2016 Gustie Athletics

Softball falls in MIAC playoffs: Season comes to a premature end

Softball falls at MIAC playoffs, season comes to an end After a very successful regular season, the Gustavus Softball team’s season came to abrupt end last weekend at the MIAC Conference Playoff Tournament, hosted by top seeded University of St. Thomas. The second seeded Gusties went 0-2 in the tournament, thus bringing their season to an end. The team’s overall record was 26-12, while earning … Continue reading Softball falls in MIAC playoffs: Season comes to a premature end

Gone dancin’: Women’s Tennis headed to the NCAA tournament

The Gustavus Adolphus College Women’s Tennis team is going dancing. A doubles sweep and two straight-set singles wins gave the Gusties a 5-0 victory over Carleton College on Saturday afternoon at the Bell Field Tennis Courts. The win clinches Gustavus its first conference playoff title since 2011, and the Gusties also earn an automatic bid to the 2016 NCAA Women’s Tennis Championships. “I’m so proud … Continue reading Gone dancin’: Women’s Tennis headed to the NCAA tournament

Keeping in Touch

Birds are singing in the meadows and trees around the arboretum, rain falls softly outside windows, and the minds of students begin to stray towards thoughts of summer. As the semester winds to a close many will begin to pack their belongings, finish their tests, and say goodbye to their friends. For those who are seniors there is something bittersweet about this goodbye, as the … Continue reading Keeping in Touch

Crimes of Love

In response to largely negative reactions to the graffiti on campus a few weeks ago, I would like to bring a new perspective. This newspaper called what occurred a crime, and I will acknowledge that this is technically true. But perhaps this says more about what we call crimes, and less about the supposed criminals. My first reaction to the graffiti was a smile. Let … Continue reading Crimes of Love

Night of Distinction awards students and groups

The 5th annual Night of Distinction was held this past Sunday, May 8 at 7 pm in Alumni Hall. As a part of Honors Weekend, this awards banquet was a a celebration of Leadership, Service, and Achievement for Gustavus students who have contributed and shown exceptional involvement in these areas at Gustavus Adolphus College. Around 150 award winners where in attendance, and invitations were sent … Continue reading Night of Distinction awards students and groups

Honors Convocation recognizes students and faculty

As the Gustavus community eagerly awaits summer vacation, the Honors Day Convocation is one event during Honors Weekend that takes a moment to celebrate student and professor achievements in the past school year. The Convocation took place at 10:30 am on Saturday, May 7. A lot of work was put into ensuring that the Convocation was successful. Provost Mark Braun’s folder script was peppered with … Continue reading Honors Convocation recognizes students and faculty

Rev. Joanne Sanders speaks on meaning in Sports

Student athletes can find it hard balancing college life between practice and class. Gustavus has a special sort of student athletes because they have no other incentive to play collegiately other than for passion of the game. For some, it’s the passion and the challenges that keep the love of the game alive. Sometimes, the passion diminishes and you are left to question why you’re … Continue reading Rev. Joanne Sanders speaks on meaning in Sports