Year: 2017

News

Learn to Live: Learn to Live teaches students various coping mechanisms to help mental illnesses

In March of 2016, the Learn to Live program was brought to Gustavus. The program was launched originally in 2013 by CEO Dale Cook and Co-Founder and Chief Psychology Officer Dr. Russ Morfitt. Before being brought to Gustavus, the program was primarily used for businesses to offer to their employees. Gustavus was the first college to have offered Learn to Live to its students. Now, … Continue reading Learn to Live: Learn to Live teaches students various coping mechanisms to help mental illnesses

Thanh Binh Pham
Campus safety report

Campus Safety Report (11/17/17)

Monday, November  06 A third party online report was submitted about a student reporting bullying and possible hazing activity that occurred in October 2016. A Collegiate Fellow responded to two students spreading a sticky substance on door handles in Norelius Hall.  The handles were cleaned by the CF. Tuesday, November  07 Campus Safety responded to a report of theft of College property from the Schaefer … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (11/17/17)

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News

Students start quirky radio show

Every Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. on the KGSM website, two Gustavus students host a radio broadcast about different types of music and different themes they discover. Senior Jared Morningstar and Sophomore Louis Gagnon share a hobby of discovering new music and looking at cultural aspects within them. “Me and Louis talk about music all the time with each other,” Morningstar said. Gagnon, … Continue reading Students start quirky radio show

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News

Gusties raise awareness about homelessness: In a three day simulation, students learn how it feels to be without a home

Imagine spending three days without your phone, without the ability to buy food, without being able to shower or change clothes. This was the experience of Political Science Professor Leitch’s First Term Seminar (FTS), Politics of Housing and Homelessness. The students, along with their professor, spent three days with only what they could carry on their backs. They were allowed only a sleeping bag, blanket, … Continue reading Gusties raise awareness about homelessness: In a three day simulation, students learn how it feels to be without a home

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Feature Photo, Features

Gusties are Thankful for…

Leah Mikonowicz: “I’m thankful for Taco Bell.” Ellen Stall: “I’m grateful for the many blessings in my life, especially my family, friends, and the opportunities I’ve been given.” Jen Sorvick: “I’m thankful for Diet Coke.” Chelsea Boyden: “I’m thankful for the goodness in humanity.” Hailey Concepcion: “I’m thankful for all the amazing girls I’ve met on my floor.” aple in my life who continuously help … Continue reading Gusties are Thankful for…

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Sports & Fitness

Women’s soccer season ends at playoff final: Gusties make strong postseason run

As the regular season ended for the women’s soccer team, all of the focus was turned to the MIAC playoffs. Throughout the regular season, the team compiled a record of 9-5-3 and finished 6th in the conference with a record of 5-4-2 in MIAC play. Being the last team to qualify for playoffs, the Gusties had their work cut out for them, facing higher seeded … Continue reading Women’s soccer season ends at playoff final: Gusties make strong postseason run

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Sports & Fitness

FIT/ACT requirement may drop from curriculum: Faculty vote on the matter set for April

A shakeup in the general education curriculum may be coming Gustavus’ way in the near future. As many other schools appear to be dropping their fitness and athletic requirements in their curriculums, Gustavus is now considering its options as well. While the FIT/ACT requirement has been an important part of Gustavus’ curriculum for many years, the education board is now considering dropping the requirement as … Continue reading FIT/ACT requirement may drop from curriculum: Faculty vote on the matter set for April

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Sports & Fitness

Men’s soccer season comes to a close: Gusties earn second place in conference

The Gustavus Men’s Soccer Team concluded a tremendous 2017 season last Wednesday. The Gusties finished second in the MIAC at the conclusion of the regular season and enjoyed a first round bye going into the MIAC playoffs. Despite beating Macalester the previous Saturday, the Scots came out on top in a 1-0 decision in the MIAC semifinal match. “A really good performance from the players … Continue reading Men’s soccer season comes to a close: Gusties earn second place in conference

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