Campus Safety Report (5/04/18)

Monday, April 23 An online report was submitted about a bias-related political t-shirt worn by a student in an academic building. Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at the Campus Center. A student was transported to the hospital for an injury that occurred on College grounds on April 16. Tuesday, April 24 Campus Safety was called for a welfare check on a student in … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (5/04/18)

Help from the Reference Librarians

Associate Professor and Chair of the Library, Julie Gilbert, answers a few questions students might have about using the library and it’s resources.  When a student comes asking for help on a research paper, where do you start? In general, my job is to guide students to the resources they need, provide advice about next steps, troubleshoot issues, and invite students to think critically and … Continue reading Help from the Reference Librarians

Tales from Abroad – Amanda Theisen

I watched as the wings of the airplane rose higher and higher above solid ground, until the view finally became saturated with a collective group of droplets condensed into a heavy grey matter.  The foggy atmosphere was synonymous with the beginning of any great adventure- mysterious, exhilarating and the slightest bit foreboding.  A month of backpacking was a prerequisite to my “actual” study abroad experience. This … Continue reading Tales from Abroad – Amanda Theisen

‘Howard Quednau: Dioramas’ exhibit on display

Howard Quednau’s diorama exhibit will be on display in the Schaefer Art Gallery, showing until May 19.  His exhibit, titled “Howard Quednau: Dioramas”, incorporates pieces that Quednau has been working on for the past eight years. Quednau is former colleague at the Minneapolis College of Art and Design from 1994-2007, and friend of Gustavus Professor and Chair of the Art and Art History Department, Kristen … Continue reading ‘Howard Quednau: Dioramas’ exhibit on display

Gustie of the Week – Elise Stepka

As a tour guide for the admissions office, Elise Stepka is an expert in all things Gustavus.  When prospective students ask about her favorite aspects of college life, Elise is proud to always have an answer ready due to her love of the campus feel and the programs Gustavus has to offer.  “The community aspect is really nice,” Elise said. “Gustavus is the perfect size … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Elise Stepka

ICC, MSA, & CAB sponsor Holi: Festival of Colors

Gustavus brought Hindu tradition to its campus last week for Holi, the festival of colors.  This event originates in India and involves gathering together and throwing organic colored powder at the people around you and into the air to celebrate the beginning of the new season and commemorate the religious events of Hindu mythology.  “I learned the depths of meaning [Holi] has and how it … Continue reading ICC, MSA, & CAB sponsor Holi: Festival of Colors