Day: September 13, 2019

As pictured, the temporary front enterence to South Nobel while North Nobel is under construction.
News

South Nobel opens its doors for 2019-2020 school year: Newest campus addition is home to STEAM

This semester marks the debut of the newly erected south expansion of the Nobel Hall of Science. Classes have been moved from the traditional Nobel Hall to the 74,000 square-foot expansion, while the North section receives its own renovation and expansion. The original Nobel Hall of Science, opened in 1963 and sitting at about 90,000 square-feet, has been home to several departments including Biology, Chemistry, … Continue reading South Nobel opens its doors for 2019-2020 school year: Newest campus addition is home to STEAM

Leah Lind
Campus safety report

Campus Safety Report (9/13/19)

Monday, September 2nd Campus Safety responded to an alcohol violation on the Myrum baseball field. One student was referred to the Campus Conduct System. Tuesday, September 3rd Campus Safety was called to Health Service for a student that had fallen on the west side sidewalk between Vickner and Anderson Hall. The student was transported to the hospital for x-rays. A CF was approached by a … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (9/13/19)

Leah Lind
News

Nobel department shuffling displaces classes: Temporary movement stirs up feelings of displeasure

The Nobel expansion has rolled out many bright and shiny spaces for Gusties this school year: the Laboratory Theatre, the STEAMery and even new learning kitchens available for all classes to use. Many departments, including Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Science, have already moved into the new and improved Nobel and are loving it. “It’s very nice, I like it a lot,” First-year Peter Turek said. … Continue reading Nobel department shuffling displaces classes: Temporary movement stirs up feelings of displeasure

Leah Lind
News

CICE welcomes new Study Away Coordinator: Study Away Program enjoys new enthusiastic leadership

The Center for International and Cultural Education welcomed new Study Away Program Coordinator Matthew Hirman on Thursday, September 12, with a reception open to the campus community. “I’m thrilled to be joining the team here at Gustavus,” Hirman said. Hirman was an International Coordinator for Faculty Directed Programs at Arizona State University “I’ve come to Gustavus due to my long-standing relationship with the college. My … Continue reading CICE welcomes new Study Away Coordinator: Study Away Program enjoys new enthusiastic leadership

Leah Lind
The chicken tenders in the Caf have gotten a facelift and are a permanent fixture here on the Hill.
Opinion

On Wednesdays we eat grilled cheese

While Gustavus’ menu is nationally ranked, it is no secret to Gusties that Caf food can get repetitive after a while. We all know how it goes: Caesar salad Mondays, Bosco Stick Tuesdays, grilled cheese Wednesdays, noodle bowl Thursdays and gyro Fridays. Everything is so predictable, but is that really a bad thing? Assigned food days are equivalent to the unassigned “assigned” seats of college. … Continue reading On Wednesdays we eat grilled cheese

Leah Lind
Opinion

Help create a community on campus

Now that we are past the first hurdle in the school year, many students on campus are getting more involved with activities outside of the classroom. You may have even attended the Involvement Fair this past Tuesday. As I’m sure that you’ve guessed so far, Gustavus offers many organizations on campus that promote social justice, helping others, and making our community overall a better place … Continue reading Help create a community on campus

Leah Lind
The Counselling Center joined the involvement fair this Tuesday.
Opinion

Success means more than just brains

Lots of college prep tips include how to study, take notes, listen to lectures and how to take tests, but success in college and in the work-force afterwards takes more than just being a good student and hard work. In order to be successful, students also have to take care of their mental and physical health. Without well taken care of mental health and a … Continue reading Success means more than just brains

Leah Lind
Sophomore Jacob Pedersen tees off at Pioneer Creek. At the event, the team posted a second place finish out of eight teams that played the course.
Sports & Fitness

Men’s Golf places second at Pioneer Creek: Ullan posts fourth best score out of Division III competitors

The Gustavus Men’s Golf Team competed in its first tournament of the 2019 season last weekend at the Pioneer Creek Invite in Maple Plain, MN. In a field that featured eight Division III teams and a number of Division I players competing as individuals, the Gusties took second place as a team. Before traveling to the Pioneer Creek Invite, the Gusties played one dual match … Continue reading Men’s Golf places second at Pioneer Creek: Ullan posts fourth best score out of Division III competitors

Leah Lind
Sophomore David Peal shakes off a Martin Luther defender before running the ball into the endzone for the Gusties, contributing to the team’s 50-19 win.
Sports & Fitness

Football wins season opener 50-19: Gusties prepare for tough games ahead

This past weekend, the Gustavus Football team kicked off its 2019 campaign at home against Martin Luther College. Last season the team showed its competitive edge, finishing the season with an overall record of 6-4 and 5-3 record in MIAC play that prompted a fourth place finish in one of the most competitive football conferences in the nation. This preseason, the Gusties have been working … Continue reading Football wins season opener 50-19: Gusties prepare for tough games ahead

Leah Lind