As we near the end of our time together on the hill for this semester, some of us may be considering our plans for when we once again go home and somehow be a college student from home. I only recently realized that students have the option to come back to campus during the online period post-Thanksgiving. I am very happy that Gustavus has given … Continue reading Should I stay or should I go?
COVID-19 has made everything in life exponentially more difficult, especially socialization. One of the hardest obstacles I’ve had to face this year is figuring out how to enjoy my time alone. It is a new challenge, but it has given me time to reflect on my situation, which has brought out a lot of positive change. While self-reflection is nice, I can’t help but miss … Continue reading How safe are “COVID bubbles”?
Normality comes in small doses both at Gustavus and at-large this year, yet where it can be found, it is. Since Oct.19, Gustavus has been hosting the return of intramural sports to campus to provide both a welcome distraction and a healthy outlet for energy. This year, they are meant to encourage active behavior while still being mindful of all the safety measures promoted on … Continue reading Intramural Sports are Back! Gusties prepare for the return of intramural sports this fall
As Gustie student-athletes start to get into the nitty-gritty of their practice-intensive seasons, their bodies have started to feel the strain. As a result, the Athletic Training room has been a busy place as of late. The fact that this service can still be provided, however, is a testament to the resiliency of the Gustavus Athletic Training Program. The transition to virtual learning these past … Continue reading Closer than Most: Athletic Training in the age of COVID-19
The Gustavus Female Athlete of the Decade tournament has concluded after four weeks of polling. The final round came down to volleyball player Nora Holtan and soccer player Ashley Becker, both of whom were 2019 Gustavus graduates. After a tightly contested 48 hours of final-round voting, Ashley Becker came out on top and was declared the Female Athlete of the Decade. Ashley Becker played at … Continue reading Female Athlete Of the Decade: Ashley Becker
Two weeks ago, on Monday, Oct. 5, National Coming Out Week began, and Gustavus Queers and Allies hosted various events to celebrate. Coming Out Week stands as a way to allow for the LGBTQ+ (which stands for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and queer/questioning) community to safely congregate and help anyone who is a part of the community to express themselves, and lasted from Oct. 5 … Continue reading Gustavus hosts first annual pride parade: Gustavus Queers and Allies rallies in support of BLM and LGBTQ+
Monday, October 12th Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at Beck Hall atrium. Patient had a medical protocol on file. Patient was not transported and Dean on Call was notified per protocol. Tuesday, October 13th A Sohre Hall CF contacted Campus Safety and informed them that there was an odor of marijuana. Wednesday, October 14th A CF from Norelius Hall called Campus Safety in … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (10/23/2020)
COVID-19 Report Gustavus On-Campus Update As of October 20, 2020: Total Positive Cases (since August 15): 35 Current Positive Student Cases: 10 Current Positive Employee Cases: 3 Total Students in Isolation/Quarantine: 43 Students in Isolation/Quarantine On Campus: 25 Employees in Isolation/Quarantine: 9 This data set is meant to encompass the on-campus impact of COVID-19 by counting cases where a person may have been on campus … Continue reading COVID-19 Report (10/23/2020)
In the aftermath of a Bias Report Incident with the former Director of Campus Safety, the Campus Safety staff have had to restructure in order to adequately meet the needs of the Gustavus Community. The incident ultimately resulted in the removal of the director of Campus Safety. An email from the Bias Response Team on Aug. 25 addressed this incident to the Gustavus Community. “The … Continue reading Campus Safety restructures after departure of former director
In 2015, President Rebecca Bergman formed the President’s Council For Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (PCDEI) with the intention of “creating a more unified approach to diversity, equity and inclusion on campus, with representation for all Gustavus populations: students, faculty, staff, alumni, Board of Trustees and so much more,” said Chaplain of the College and Chair of the PCDEI, Siri Erickson. On Oct. 8, 2020 the … Continue reading Gustavus Board of Trustees votes to support PCDEI’s Racial Justice and Inclusion work
