With close friends or close groups, I’m usually the one who will ask a question about ‘love lives.’ Those who are committed in some sort of relationship, however they define it, will respond with sharing about their partner(s) and/or how that is going. Others stare blankly at me and half jokingly, half nervously say, “My love life is non-existent.” Have you heard this response before? … Continue reading Let’s Talk About Your ‘Love Life’
What do George Washington, John Wayne, Harry Houdini, F.D.R, and “Sugar Ray” Robinson all have in common? In addition to being permanently sewn into the fabric of America’s history, each of these men were part of the Freemasons. The Freemasons are considered the world’s oldest and largest fraternal organization, but many conspiracies surround this group which many deem a “secret society.” Here at Gustavus, a … Continue reading A Grey Day To Be a Gustie
Sexual violence has become a front and center issue in the eye of the public ever since the NFL took a stance on the conflicts surrounding Ray Rice, and other infamous football players for their inexcusable misconduct. In response to the unsettling news, people all over the world have begun to take a stance on the issue of sexual violence, gender inequality, and the overall … Continue reading The End of Rape Culture
During this past J-term, we’ve all been experiencing weather that, while unusual for January in Minnesota, could be described as “pleasant,” “warm,” and “oh my god it’s so nice out.” I’ve seen many a Gustie walking around with only sweaters on as their extra layer of warmth, because, let’s be serious, did we need anything more? The school was loving the warm weather and rightly … Continue reading If You Can’t Take The Heat, Fix It!
Students gathered to take advantage of the opportunity to be recruited by summer camps in and out of the Minnesota area at the 2015 Summer Camp Fair in Alumni Hall. Out of state opportunities ranged from camps in Wisconsin, Montana, Idaho, Colorado and Iowa, and a total of 33 camps attended the fair. “Among these 33 there are church camps, Lutheran Volunteer Corp, a girls … Continue reading Summer Camp Fair provides jobs for Gusties
In an effort to make improvements and combat racism moving forward, the “Ferguson and Beyond” teach-in took place on January 26, and included a panel of professors that discussed different ways to analyze the incidents in Ferguson, Missouri. Religion, LALACS, Peace Studies, and Gender, Women and Sexuality Studies Professor Thia Cooper was instrumental in planning the teach-in. Conversations she had with students provoked her to … Continue reading Gusties discuss where to go from Ferguson
Monday, January 19 • Campus Safety responded to a medical assist in the Swanson Tennis Center. • Campus Safety responded to a drug violation in Gibbs Hall by an unknown person. Tuesday, January 20 • Campus Safety responded to a reported theft from the Jackson Campus Center. • Campus Safety responded to a suspected drug violation in Uhler Hall. One student was referred to the … Continue reading Campus Safety Report
At the start of the semester, students may note the absence of some of their professors as they take a leave of sabbatical. Professor Greg Kaster of the History Department is one such faculty member, and will be absent from campus until his return in September of 2015. Professor Eric Carlson, Chair of the History Department, described the nature of sabbaticals at Gustavus and other … Continue reading Professor Greg Kaster researches his passion during sabbatical
Following a productive Fall Semester, the fruits of the efforts of Student Senate are becoming visible across campus. Perhaps most prominent are the additions of hydration stations in the residence halls. “The hydration stations were really inspired by students that were passionate about the issue and were willing to make progress on it.”—Hayden Goldstien “This was a project that senators have been working on since … Continue reading Student Senate efforts visible on campus
As Gusties, we have been told many times that we have an amazing cafeteria. In January, Niche Rankings gave the Marketplace 4.4 out of 5, giving them a seventh place ranking nationally. Recently, the Caf was featured on a WCCO newscast that showcased St. Peter. The two news anchors, Amelia Santaniello and Mark Rosen, were able to explore the food options in the cafeteria and … Continue reading DIY: Caf Creations
