Year: 2017

News

Gustavus successful at Model U.N. Regionals

Over Easter Break, 20 Gustavus students from the Gustavus Model U.N. club as well as Professor Mimi Gerstbauer’s Model UN/International Diplomacy course traveled to Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan to represent the college in the Arrowhead Model United Nations conference. The trip was supported by funding from numerous sources, including the Office of the Provost, the Diversity Leadership Council, Student Senate, the Departments of Political Science, … Continue reading Gustavus successful at Model U.N. Regionals

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News

They’re watching you Wazowski: This year’s MAYDAY! Peace Conference focuses on mass surveillance

Peace is at the forefront of many Americans’ minds. Many spend their time wondering if there will be peace, how we can work toward peace, and concrete ways to actually make a change in the world. There has been much uncertainty for American citizens in light of the Trump Administration’s move into office. Moreover, with the most recent presidential election there has been speculation about … Continue reading They’re watching you Wazowski: This year’s MAYDAY! Peace Conference focuses on mass surveillance

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Campus safety report

Campus Safety Report (4/28/17)

Monday, April 17 The Director of Campus Safety received a report of a sexual assault – rape from a Campus Security Authority.  Case referred to Title IX. Tuesday, April 18 Campus Safety and Res Life responded to an odor of Marijuana in Sohre Hall. Campus Safety referred two students to the Campus Conduct System for possession of marijuana and paraphernalia. Campus Safety and Res Life … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (4/28/17)

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News

Weekend at Ripley’s: ROTC students traveled to the MN National Guard’s Camp Ripley in Little Falls to practice military tactics and organizational skills

Cadets from the Gustavus ROTC program engaged in a weekend of military operations and leadership training alongside other Minnesota-college battalions at Camp Ripley. Ten Gusties departed campus early the morning of Fri., April 21. Picked up and transported by bus, they accompanied over 50 other Cadets from Minnesota State University, Mankato, and Bethany Lutheran College. Together the three colleges form the Maverick Battalion. Driving three … Continue reading Weekend at Ripley’s: ROTC students traveled to the MN National Guard’s Camp Ripley in Little Falls to practice military tactics and organizational skills

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Feature Photo, Features

“Navigating conflict in an ever-changing world”

Gustavus Women In Leadership (GWiL) is a unique organization whose purpose is to prepare, promote and inspire Gustavus women in their professional and personal leadership development to reach their potential.As noted on the official website, GWiL’s vision is to “transform our communities and workplaces by inspiring all women to advocate for themselves, live purposefully and create opportunities for future generations of women.” GWiL is led … Continue reading “Navigating conflict in an ever-changing world”

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Variety

Percussion Ensemble brings fresh beats

Among the incredible amount of performances before the impending end of the semester, director Adam Rappel and the Gustavus Percussion Ensemble stand apart. In terms of what makes this performance unique, Rappel wanted to reassure that the concert will have something that everyone can enjoy. “If you don’t like one of the pieces, the rest of the pieces are so different that you will enjoy … Continue reading Percussion Ensemble brings fresh beats

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Variety

The Star Wars formula goes Rogue

When Disney acquired the rights to the Star Wars franchise, the decision was made not only to continue the beloved story with a new trilogy, but to expand upon previously established elements in new spin-off films. Given the narrative potential of the Star Wars universe (especially now that the previous expanded universe tie-ins, such as comics and video games, are now no longer considered canon) … Continue reading The Star Wars formula goes Rogue

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Gustie of the Week, Variety

Gustie of the Week – Jordan Wiest

If you have ever had the pleasure of meeting Jordan Wiest, you know his big bright smile, deep laugh, and giant bear hugs. Originally from the small town of Rush River, Minnesota,  just 15 miles from Saint Peter, Jordan Wiest is a senior history major. He was not originally planning on majoring in history, but after taking  Premodern East Asia with Associate Professor in History, … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Jordan Wiest

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Opinion

Violence, Voyeurism, and NBC

This past Sunday night, NBC Evening News opened their program: “Good evening, we begin tonight with a story we would rather not be telling.” Earlier that day, at approximately 11 am, a man uploaded a series of videos to Facebook, utilizing the social media platform’s live-streaming function. In the first video, the Cleveland man announced his intention to commit murder. In the second video, uploaded … Continue reading Violence, Voyeurism, and NBC

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