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Gustie of the Week – Griffin Reed
In his senior year of high school Griffin Reed began working for the Eye Bank in his home town of Rochester, Minnesota as a procurement technician after taking an anatomy class in high school. Thus marks the beginning of his interest and fascination with all things medical. “He’s really big into anything medical. So if you tell him you had a surgery…he’s so intrigued…he does … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Griffin Reed
Happy New Year 2016!
Each year on December 31, millions of people gather together with friends and family to ring in the new year. Beyond the celebration of finishing a year lies the anticipation of a fresh start, a new beginning, and the promise of possibility. Self-improvement and renewal are two common themes entering the new year, commonly seen through the traditional New Year’s resolutions in which a person … Continue reading Happy New Year 2016!
More Than Just a Broom
Long have people tried to earn glory and distinguish themselves from their fellow man through sport. This theme has been prevalent all throughout history- even cavemen practiced the spear throw. This year Gustavus students are offered a similar opportunity. Coed Intramural Broomball is in full swing this J-term, and the competition is heating up. This year twelve teams of men and women fill out a … Continue reading More Than Just a Broom
Senior Spotlight – Rachel Dargis
Q: What are your goals for the season? A: My goal is for the team to score a 183 or higher this season! Q: What is your best athletic memory? A: My favorite memory as a gymnast at Gustavus would be our pre-meet dance parties in the locker room. Q: Why would you recommend Gustavus? I would recommend Gustavus because it is a place that … Continue reading Senior Spotlight – Rachel Dargis
All-Star Gusties en Mexico
As it happens, the football careers of seniors Scott Newby, Marcus Kelly, Matt Boyce and Mitch Hendricks did not end with their senior season. The foursome was selected to represent Team USA in the Aztec Bowl, an annual game between a team of American Division 3 standouts, and Team Mexico, a team of standouts from Mexican universities. “The trip to Mexico was eye opening, I … Continue reading All-Star Gusties en Mexico
Senior Spotlight – Chad Poppen
Q: What are your personal goals for the season? A: My goals for the season are ones focused on the success of the team. Bringing a MIAC regular season and playoff title home are something the team has strived for since last season. In accomplishing those goals we hope they lead to a birth in the national tournament, but for now we are focused on … Continue reading Senior Spotlight – Chad Poppen
Gymnastics: Guts, Gold and Glory
This year, the Gustavus Gymnastics team is on a mission. Their first goal is to win a meet. Second off, they want a team score of 185.0. Lastly, the team wants to continue progressing as a program to become successful again, after encountering a rough patch a few years back. For now, it seems like they are on the right path. “Last year we reached … Continue reading Gymnastics: Guts, Gold and Glory
Ups and Downs for Women’s Hockey
This season has been a bit of a work in progress thus far for the Gustavus Women’s Hockey team. The team currently holds an overall record of three wins, four losses, and three ties, with two wins, two losses, and two ties in MIAC conference play. The team’s roster consists of ten first-year players, and only three seniors, so it is fair to say that … Continue reading Ups and Downs for Women’s Hockey
Paying for a Chance at a Better Life
Being fifty years old and still paying student loans seems to be the path our generation is predetermined to follow. Over the past four decades college tuition in the United States has skyrocketed like never before. As CNBC reports; the average cost of tuition and fees at a private, non-profit, four-year university in the 1970’s was $1,832 (in current dollars). Now we’re looking at a … Continue reading Paying for a Chance at a Better Life