Surviving seasonal allergies: We’re in this together

Tori Smith – Staff Writer It’s official: spring is finally here. After a cold, lonely winter of isolation, blossoming flowers and green grass is just what Gusties need. That is unless you’re an allergy-sufferer like me. While I want nothing more than to finally step outside to soak up the newfound sunshine and fresh air, my constant sneezing and coughing has me running indoors and … Continue reading Surviving seasonal allergies: We’re in this together

Gustie Softball Snaps Losing Streak

Brady Boie – Staff Writer The Gustavus women’s softball team got back on track this week with wins against Saint Mary’s and Concordia College. These wins snapped a six-game losing streak and brought the Gusties closer to a .500 record. Their busy weekend consisted of four games (two double-headers) and began with a visit to Winona against Saint Mary’s. Despite coming into the game on … Continue reading Gustie Softball Snaps Losing Streak

Adapt & Overcome: Gustavus has Optimistic Scrimmage

Eamonn McCullough – Staff Writer In an unprecedented spring season where competitions are still not guaranteed, the Gustavus Football team has found ways to take sudden changes in stride and excel at every turn. On Saturday, April 17, the Gusties were scheduled to scrimmage Division II Southwest Minnesota State University in Marshall, MN. Unfortunately, the road competition against the Mustangs was cancelled, and the ever-resilient … Continue reading Adapt & Overcome: Gustavus has Optimistic Scrimmage

Gusties stay informed about the Derek Chauvin Trial

Emily VanGorder – Staff Writer The Derek Chauvin trial began on Monday, March 29, and is the first fully televised court case trial in Minnesota’s history. The case has been actively followed by global audiences and media, and has been explored in depth at Gustavus. Last year, the Student Life Division at Gustavus began the Great Challenges Initiative, which focuses on a current great challenge and … Continue reading Gusties stay informed about the Derek Chauvin Trial

Campus Safety Report (4/16/2021)

Wednesday, April 7, 2021 Campus Safety took a report of a non-GAC vehicle damage. Campus Safety responded to an active fire in Arbor View Apartments. Thursday, April 8, 2021 Campus Safety did a welfare check on a student in Pittman Hall. Campus Safety was called for a medical assist in Rundstrom Hall. Saturday, April 10, 2021 Campus Safety responded to a non-GAC vehicle accident in … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (4/16/2021)

COVID-19 Report (4/16/2021)

Gustavus On-Campus Update As of April 5, 2021: Total Positive Cases (since August 15, 2020): 290 Current Positive Student Cases: 12 Current Positive Employee Cases: 0 Total Students in Isolation/Quarantine: 30 Students in Isolation/Quarantine On Campus: 14 Employees in Isolation/Quarantine: 4 This data set is meant to encompass the on-campus impact of COVID-19 by counting cases where a person may have been on campus while … Continue reading COVID-19 Report (4/16/2021)

Big Hill Farm helps grow crops and nourish minds

Georgia Zutz – Staff Writer Andrea Post and James Miller, co-presidents and student managers of Big Hill Farm, share details about the current growing season of the student led farm, plans for the summer and the impact that Big Hill Farm has on students, albeit sometimes in unexpected ways. Initially created by a 2009 senior seminar project, the small scale farm has provided unique opportunities for … Continue reading Big Hill Farm helps grow crops and nourish minds

Lund Center Update

Freya Nelson – Staff Writer Following the official approval of the $60 million Lund Center renovations on February 18, 2021, the College has been working diligently to maintain progress. On April 9, 2021 the official groundbreaking on the project took place. The Gustavus Administration released the news via their social media platforms with a picture of several staff members, including College President Rebecca M. Bergman, breaking … Continue reading Lund Center Update

Africa Night: resilience despite adversity

Luna Besaiso – Staff Writer The annual Africa Night, April 10 held in Lund Center Arena this year due to COVID-19 restrictions, highlighted a night full of region-wide celebration of African culture. The Pan-Afrikan Student Organization (PASO), who sponsors this event, hopes to provide the community with further knowledge about the African continent and its culture. Africa Night featured a variety of activities including skits, dance … Continue reading Africa Night: resilience despite adversity