Movies From The Library: Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 2

Will Sorg – Entertainment Writer One of the greatest challenges modern science fiction has had to face is the deluge of mediocrity that plagues the genre. There are hundreds of sci-fi films that offer nothing beyond sterile visuals and flat characters, plopped into whatever formulaic situation the filmmakers came up with seemingly on a weekend, which is why it is so genuinely wonderful to see … Continue reading Movies From The Library: Guardians of The Galaxy Vol. 2

“We Didn’t Start the Fire” is a joke

Kaylene Kerber – Opinion Columnist To complain about a song that was released 33 years ago seems irrelevant, but when one of your favorite artists is recognized for some of their less interesting works, you can’t sit back in silence. Additionally I wasn’t an opinion writer 33 years ago, but I am given the opportunity now.  I believe that the worst Billy Joel song is … Continue reading “We Didn’t Start the Fire” is a joke

You don’t know how to decorate your room

Jonas Doerr – Opinion Columnist ‘Tis the season when Gusties start to wonder, “how can I cover these naked walls?” The unclad white plaster starts to create anxiety in the Caf-filled stomachs of some students, while other students think “why bother?” Hamlet asked, “to be or not to be?” but far more important than the question of whether to live is the question of whether … Continue reading You don’t know how to decorate your room

Tragedy: Holding Auditions

Emma – Staff Writer This Friday and Saturday, September 9 and 10, auditions for TRAGEDY: A Tragedy will take place in the Rob and Judy Gardner Theater here on campus. Students who are interested in auditioning must sign up and prepare a 45-50 second monologue to perform for the play’s director, Professor Henry MacCarthy. “Everybody’s welcome to audition, regardless of major, class standing, experience… [etc],” … Continue reading Tragedy: Holding Auditions

Summer Research in Ecuador

Taite Stevens Aldrich – Staff Writer Seniors Cora Hentges and Maddie Banks traveled to Ecuador over the summer alongside Associate Professor in Geology and Program Director in Environmental Studies Jeff La Frenierre and University of Minnesota faculty and students to study the effects of climate change on glaciers. The group arrived in Quito at the end of May and planned on staying for a month … Continue reading Summer Research in Ecuador

Gustie of the Week: Abbie Doran

Michaela Woodward – Staff Writer It took Senior Abbie Doran awhile to figure out her college path, but the patience and self-reflection paid off in the end.  “I love the quote ‘we rise by lifting others’ and I think that was something I saw Gustavus doing. Students uplifting other students, that was really important to me,” said Doran. Originally from Washington state, Doran now calls … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Abbie Doran

Involvement fair returns to campus

Mel Pardock – Staff Writer With the first week of classes drawing to a close, Gusties all across campus are gearing up for the 2022 Involvement Fair. The fair provides students to advertise their orgs and showcase their values, their goals, and what they do around campus to their peers. It also provides those not in orgs or those looking to get even further involved … Continue reading Involvement fair returns to campus

“Teachers Talk” about mental health for Nobel

Leah Thompson – Staff Writer The Nobel Conference is returning to Gustavus for Nobel Conference 58: Mental Health (In)Equity and Young People. This year’s conference starts on Wednesday, September 28, and continues through Thursday, September 29 at the Lund Arena. Tickets are available to students free of charge and can be purchased at the student’s earliest convenience. If a student is unable to attend, the … Continue reading “Teachers Talk” about mental health for Nobel

Gustie sports preview: Advice for collegiate athletes and what to expect

Brady Boie – Sports & Fitness Editor Welcome to the sports section of the Gustavian Weekly! Here is where you will find all the best and most up-to-date sports articles related to the Gustavus Athletic program. You can expect three or four weekly commentaries on the most relevant sporting events and occurrences in the MIAC. These articles will include recaps of the biggest games, features … Continue reading Gustie sports preview: Advice for collegiate athletes and what to expect