The unknown refugee crisis

David Eide – Opinion Columnist There is a major refugee crisis going on in Europe and it’s not the one you might be thinking of. While the Mediterranean Sea is still the most heavily traveled route for migrants fleeing embattled countries like Iraq and Afghanistan in the past year a new path has opened that has led to a humanitarian catastrophe on the European Union’s eastern border. … Continue reading The unknown refugee crisis

Is Santa Claus coming to town?

Jonas Doerr – Opinion Columnist Snowflakes fall, Christmas trees twinkle, and everyone is smiling and happy. Right? Wrong. It’s not the most wonderful time of the year, it’s the most stressful. Exams are looming, projects are piling up, and when you step outside your ears feel like they were dipped in liquid nitrogen. Students have problems, and lots of them. Fortunately, as every child knows, there … Continue reading Is Santa Claus coming to town?

My humble opinion on the STEAMery sandwiches

Hailey Brune – Opinion Columnist Don’t get me wrong. I am in no way an expert on the STEAMery, or sandwiches, or food for that matter. I haven’t tried everything on the menu either. For that to be possible I’d have to stop getting the same three things, and I am a creature of habit. I’ve never had their vegetarian or breakfast sandwich options. There’s … Continue reading My humble opinion on the STEAMery sandwiches

Women’s basketball wins fifth straight

Autumn Zierman – Staff Writer The Gustavus women’s basketball team won its fifth consecutive game Saturday afternoon, beating Macalester 71-63 to improve to 5-1 overall and 4-0 in the MIAC. After three lead changes and five tie scores in the opening six minutes, Morgan Kelly hit a jumper to give the Gusties a 12-10 lead which they held the rest of the game. Gustavus led 16-14 … Continue reading Women’s basketball wins fifth straight

Swim steals the show at Grinnell Invite

Allison Fajt – Staff Writer The men’s and women’s swim and dive team ventured down to Grinnell, Iowa for a two-day invitational running Friday through Saturday. The men competed against seven other schools while the women took on ten – both Gustie teams took first overall. The Gusties blew their competition out of the water in every event. The women placed first with a score of 1667.5, … Continue reading Swim steals the show at Grinnell Invite

Women’s hockey continues hot start

Luke Siegle – Staff Writer The No. 6 ranked Gustavus Women’s Hockey team swept conference rival St. Ben’s this past Friday and Saturday in a home and home series. The Gusties were in complete control throughout both games, winning 2-0 on Friday, and 5-0 on Saturday. The two wins pushed the Gusties record to a perfect 7-0 and a 6-0 record against MIAC opponents. Game one of … Continue reading Women’s hockey continues hot start

Campus Safety Report (12/3/2021)

Friday, November 5, 2021 Campus Safety was informed of property damage to a door in the Dining service area. Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at Arbor View east apartments. Sunday, November 7, 2021 Campus Safety responded to a medical amnesty in Rundstrom Hall. Campus Safety responded to a missing bicycle at College View Apartments. Monday, November 8, 2021 Campus Safety transported a student … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (12/3/2021)

Audience returns to Christmas in Christ Chapel

Carter Brown – Staff Writer Christmas in Christ Chapel has officially arrived once again on campus, this time with added precautions for COVID-19. “Christmas in Christ Chapel…places our stories of lament and meaning-making among the stories of the Divine.” states the Gustavus website page for Christmas in Christ Chapel (CinCC). “Through the hope of nativity, we journey to a place of inspiration and good courage…” Starting … Continue reading Audience returns to Christmas in Christ Chapel

Tips and tricks for finals

Korri Wojack – Staff Writer It’s no big surprise that finals are a huge source of stress for most students. With many students it can make or break their final grade, and with the average of 3-4 finals per student, that is a lot of pressure. This stress is often worsened by inadequate coping techniques and pressure from both internal and external sources. Lack of sleep, … Continue reading Tips and tricks for finals