Women’s soccer confident after opening games: Gusties show promise after weekend in Duluth

After three weeks on campus, the women’s soccer team is starting to play as a single unit and is forming into a competitive team, according to Head Coach Laura Burnett-Kurie. All of their hard work and effort over the weeks showed in a trip the team took this past weekend for the Advantage Emblem Cup Tournament in Duluth. During the trip, the Gusties faced off … Continue reading Women’s soccer confident after opening games: Gusties show promise after weekend in Duluth

Men’s soccer starts strong: Gusties improve to 3-0 record after win over Martin Luther

Gustavus Men’s Soccer is 3-0 after a slew of strong defensive performances led by Junior Goalkeeper Matt Bateman. Bateman’s two shutouts in the team’s first two contests against UW-Superior (1-0) and St. Scholastica (1-0), his sixth and seventh career shutouts, were enough to earn him his second career nod as MIAC Men’s Soccer Athlete-of- the-Week. Strong defensive and midfield play proved key in the Gusties … Continue reading Men’s soccer starts strong: Gusties improve to 3-0 record after win over Martin Luther

Helping in the aftermath of Harvey

On Friday, August 25, Hurricane Harvey landed on the Texas Gulf Coast. The winds reached 130 mph. For reference, the world’s fastest animal, a cheetah, has a speed which tops off at 75 MPH, making the winds of Hurricane Harvey nearly twice the speed of the cheetah. The hurricane brought 52 inches of rain, which broke the US record for rainfall. During this short amount … Continue reading Helping in the aftermath of Harvey

The impact of TV relationships

When someone asks for examples of iconic fictional couples, there are a few which come to mind. Han Solo and Princess Leia are probably towards the top of the list, with Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger not far behind. All four of these characters are as strong-willed as they are independent. Both couples respect and love one another for who they are, even if their … Continue reading The impact of TV relationships

Class of 2021 moves up the hill

In the summer leading up to a student’s first year at college, there are various emotions a student could be feeling. Some are ecstatic that they are moving away from their parents and creating a life that is their own, whereas others are nervous about leaving their support system as they must figure out how to navigate through this momentous milestone. When it came time … Continue reading Class of 2021 moves up the hill

New additions added to Anderson building: Education Department boasts advanced outdoor classroom and garden

Future Gustie teachers came back to campus this fall to discover multiple new additions added to their “new” home on campus. These new additions to Anderson Hall include an outdoor classroom located in front of the building and a beautiful garden in the back. “We are all so excited about the building and grounds! It’s been a joy to watch them develop around us. We’re … Continue reading New additions added to Anderson building: Education Department boasts advanced outdoor classroom and garden

Record $40 million donation makes history: Alumni couple changes the future of Gustavus

Gustavus should be at the forefront of liberal arts education for years to come thanks to a record-breaking $40 million donation from an anonymous alumni couple. This remarkable gift is the largest of several significant donations received by the college in recent years. The series of sizable bequests started in 2011, when Gustavus received its first eight-figure donation of $16 million. Tom Young, Vice President … Continue reading Record $40 million donation makes history: Alumni couple changes the future of Gustavus