Year: 2018

Junior Captain Amelia Vosen competes in a game last season. The Gusties have high expectations for their season, coming in at No. 8 in the preseason poll.
Sports & Fitness

Women’s Hockey off to a strong start: Gusties ranked No. 8 in the nation heading into the season

The Gustie Women’s hockey team is back in action and ready to defend their Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) championship title. Their previous season had an intense finish, tying with Hamline for the regular season championship and falling to them in a battle for the playoff title. However, the team received an at-large bid into the National Collegiate Athletic Association (NCAA) tournament putting them up … Continue reading Women’s Hockey off to a strong start: Gusties ranked No. 8 in the nation heading into the season

Leah Lind
Despite being upset in playoffs, Men’s Soccer is continuing their season this Saturday after receiving an automatic bid into the NCAA Tournament.
Sports & Fitness

Men’s Soccer earns MIAC Champion status: Gusties earn an at-large bid to NCAA tournament

The Gustavus Men’s Soccer team culminated their brilliant season with a 1-0 overtime win over Macalaster on Oct. 27 for the Gusties’ first Minnesota Intercollegiate Athletic Conference (MIAC) regular season title since 2013. Senior Arthur Parens was proud of the team’s accomplishments so far and the goals they have set for themselves. “One of our biggest goals for the season was creating our own legacy, … Continue reading Men’s Soccer earns MIAC Champion status: Gusties earn an at-large bid to NCAA tournament

Leah Lind
News

Biosphere Conference to propose MN River Valley biosphere reserve

Biosphere reserve was a new concept for Alexis Sienczak when she visited Sweden in January 2018.   After that, the term continued to affect her life, even more so as the MN River Valley Biosphere Conference happens on Nov. 14, 2018 in Alumni Hall.  “This is a chance to educate the public about the biosphere reserve program and what it could mean for the MN … Continue reading Biosphere Conference to propose MN River Valley biosphere reserve

Leah Lind
News

Campus Safety Report (11/2/18)

Monday, October 22 Campus Safety responded to a motor vehicle accident in the Norelius Parking lot. Tuesday, October 23 A student came into the Campus Safety Office to report an ongoing roommate dispute. Campus Safety investigated an odor of Marijuana in Sohre Hall. Campus Safety referred two students to the Campus Conduct System. Wednesday, October 24 Campus Safety responded to College View Apartments for a … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (11/2/18)

Leah Lind
Around a dozen people attended the inauguration, which was held in the Interfaith Center.
News

Bonnier Chair of Jewish Studies inaugurated: GAC welcomes Dr. Samuel Kessler to Jewish department

On Monday, October 29, Gustavus Adolphus welcomed Dr. Samuel Kessler as the first Bonnier chair of the Jewish Department.  The Bonnier Chair position was created when the Bonnier family “gave the college money specifically to fund a new position in the religion department,” Professor Mary Gaebler said.  With Dr. Kessler’s inauguration to the position, the religion department now has scholars from Jewish, Islamic, and Buddhist … Continue reading Bonnier Chair of Jewish Studies inaugurated: GAC welcomes Dr. Samuel Kessler to Jewish department

Leah Lind
Four panelists from different departments volunteered for the event based on their interest in the topic.
News

Panelists discuss the history of activism and change

On October 29, a presentation and panel was held surrounding the 50th anniversary on the year of 1968.  This year brought a burst of protests and forced many to take a look at the social unrest in areas such as race, gender and economic equality and other problems that the country faced.  “Teach In: 1968 A Legacy of Protest” is an event that looks at … Continue reading Panelists discuss the history of activism and change

Leah Lind
Variety

Rocking the house with Yam Haus

On November 9th, Gustavus Adolphus College will welcome the up and coming Minneapolis-based boy band Yam Haus to The Dive for a special student concert.  Yam Haus consists of four members: Lars Pruitt on vocals and guitar, Seth Blum on electric guitar, Jake Felstow on drums, and Zach Beinlich on bass. The four young musicians have been friends who make music together for a long … Continue reading Rocking the house with Yam Haus

Leah Lind
Tune into Radio Free Gustavus on the KGSM website.
Variety

Spotlight on: Radio Free Gustavus

Gustavus students are able to express themselves through many different forms of art and communication. One of these forms is radio. Radio Free Gustavus is a student-run radio program that features a variety of shows tailored toward Gustavus students.  Each show airs at a different time and are hosted by students. They are each centered around a different subject that will appeal to almost any … Continue reading Spotlight on: Radio Free Gustavus

Leah Lind
Fun fact: Bachmayer does not have his appendix.
Gustie of the Week, Variety

Gustie of the Week: Ian Bachmayer

An accomplished musican, world traveler, and International Business major, Senior Ian Bachmayer has made a name for himself at Gustavus as a true jack of all trades.  Originally from Roseville, Minnesota, Bachmayer graduated from St. Anthony Village High School, and followed in his family’s footsteps to become a Gustie like his brother and sister.  “I picked Gustavus because it felt like home; it wasn’t too … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Ian Bachmayer

Leah Lind
Wolf’s unique music taste is showcased on Tea and Tunes.
Gustie of the Week, Variety

Gustie of the Week: Linsey Wolf

One of the most involved and versatile members within the Gustavus community is Junior, Linsey Wolf, who is from Mankato, Minnesota.  As a high schooler, Linsey thought Gustavus was an expensive private school that she would not consider attending because it was too close to her home, and she had always heard about it. Then one day, a family colleague had mentioned that their daughter … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Linsey Wolf

Leah Lind