The Communication Studies Club hosted the fall Red Cross blood drive Wednesday, Nov. 4 and Thursday, November 5 in Alumni Hall. The Communications Studies Club sponsors the drive twice a year, each November and March to get Gustavus students involved in donating and serving others. It also helps contribute in giving back to the community. “Last year we had a great year and continue to … Continue reading Red Cross and Gusties team up to give back
Building Bridges 2016 Gustavus Adolphus College is known for its incredible academics and close-knit community, but a truly unique facet of this prestigious college is the opportunity students have to immerse themselves in an annual conference which promotes social change, diversity, and awareness. Since its creation in 1995, Building Bridges functions to address a different relevant social issue or theme each year. Previous Building Bridges … Continue reading Silver or Lead: The Many Faces of Wealth and Violence in The War on Drugs
Across 2. The recital hall 3. Nickname for the school’s location 6. Newest academic hall 7. Building that houses the Caf 9. Math and Physics are taught in this building 11. Namesake for the school 12. The main path leading up to the Chapel from the 3 Flags Down 1. Annual event to discuss and promote scientific advancement 4. Upcoming major event, held every year, … Continue reading Crossword (11/6/15) – Gustavus Adolphus Edition
What is your greatest personal achievement? “Honestly, just being able to figure out what I’m going to do with my life. I feel like I finally got to a point when I knew where I wanted to go that’s encompassing both what I’m doing for my major in Athletic Training as well as my passion to work with the population of people with special needs. … Continue reading Beneath The Crown (11/6/15)
In recent years, Gustavus Adolphus College has become more recognized for the musical talents on campus. Christmas in Christ Chapel and other annual concerts and musical groups at Gustavus have become very well-known. Another event that is gaining attention is the Honor Band Festival. This year, the 27th Annual Honor Band Festival took place on Nov. 1 and 2 with a concluding concert in Christ … Continue reading 27th Annual Honor Band Festival fosters passion for music
Amy Schumer and Judd Apatow’s Trainwreck was a hit over the summer. It received solid praise from critics and made over $100 million at the box office, which is rare for comedies to do both. Unfortunately, the most notable thing associated with Trainwreck was the shooting in Lafayette, Louisiana during one of its screenings. This incident and the film became directly associated in many people’s … Continue reading Trainwreck surprises by not being a train wreck
The Gustavus community is set to be dazzled by another ambitious undertaking of the Gustavus Theatre Department. Beginning Nov. 5 through Nov. 8 students and faculty present the result of their hard work in the fall play, Argonautika: The Voyage of Jason and the Argonauts. The play is based on the Greek epic poem Argonautica written by Polonius. It tells the story of Jason who … Continue reading Join Jason and the Argonauts on an epic adventure
For the majority of Senior Laura Herbers’ life, theatre has been a centerpiece. As someone who’s usually very shy, it’s provided her with a means to step outside herself and experiment with different personalities. Now, as a theatre major at Gustavus, it continues to shape not only her personality but also, her own niche within the community. “Laura takes her work very seriously and has … Continue reading Gusite of the Week – Laura Herbers
