Taylor Storlien- To the Editor, Each week I read the horoscopes that are posted, but this week I found myself wondering: “What are those zodiac signs doing academically?” With Advising Day fresh on everyone’s minds, I thought I would share what each zodiac would major in, at least according to me. First up, we have Aries. Now to me, Aries are a bold and courageous … Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Zodiac Signs as Majors
Reba Beaudry- The second of four Internship Fairs for this 2024-25 school year is coming up soon. From 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. on Wednesday, November 20th in the Nobel Atrium, students will have a chance to meet face-to-face with potential employers for internship and job opportunities. All of the employers that will be there are actively hiring and looking for interns. This specific Internship … Continue reading Internship Tabling Fair Comes to Help Gusties put Food on the Table
Colleen Coleman- The Gustavus Wind Symphony and Gustavus Wind Orchestra will be performing their Fall Band Concert this Saturday at 1:30 p.m. in Christ Chapel. This concert will feature a wide variety of pieces that the audience is sure to enjoy, such as triumphant fanfare, daydream-like soundscapes, the chatter of hummingbirds, and much more. GWS will be performing a plethora of pieces this weekend, including … Continue reading GWO and GWS Take the Stage
Jenna Anderson- The Gustie of the Week this week is Sophomore Dasha Shyroka. Shyroka is involved in countless activities on campus. She is a Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Major on a Chemistry track and minoring in Eastern European and Eurasian Studies. “This major allows me to study how molecules influence living systems, providing a strong foundation for pursuing a career in medicine and scientific research. … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Dasha Shyroka
Amelia Dewberry– Today, Friday, November 15th, the Gustavus Swing Dance Club is hosting its annual Fall Swing Dance. This lively, fun event will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall, featuring the local 4-person jazz band TC Hot Club. It’s an opportunity for experienced dancers to showcase their moves, or for beginners to try it out. Regardless of experience level, everyone … Continue reading Swinging Sweetly
Katelyn Benschoter- Books are one of the most valuable resources in this world. My favorite aspect of books is the duality of them. They present an escape from the real world. When life gets tough, curling up with a good book is an excellent way to destress. While they allow you to escape, they also educate you. Books reflect real-world lessons. They teach readers about … Continue reading Everyone Should Read This Book: Untamed Book Review
Olivia Telecky– On October 15th, 2017 actress Alyssa Milano tweeted that if anyone had been sexually harassed or assaulted they should write “Me Too” as a response to her tweet. In the following days, 12 million people posted tweets with the #metoo. But what led to this moment? To understand the effectiveness of the #MeToo movement, we first need to investigate its roots. Sexual harassment … Continue reading Looking Back at the #MeToo Movement
Anonymous- Given the past several days, it has been increasingly difficult to be on social media since the end of the election. Society knew that with either result, there would be an explosion on social media; but this specific result has led to a place of mourning. Getting past this place of mourning has been difficult for many, and for others it seems ridiculous to … Continue reading A Thinkpiece on Ragebait
Grace LaTourelle- There will be an opportunity for giving this November on campus with a hat and mitten drive. Sponsored by the Community Engagement Center (CEC) and two student coordinators, Gusties are encouraged and invited to donate youth-sized hats and mittens that will go to families and children in need through the organization Head Start in St. Peter. This event arose out of a perceived … Continue reading Community Engagement Center Holds Winter Clothing Drive
Reba Beaudry- It’s that time of the semester where we need to start planning for the next and register for classes. Many of us may feel stuck and do not know where to start. Luckily, there is Advising Day on Wednesday, November 13th, 2024. This is held so students can get their questions answered and focus on planning for what comes next, whether it be … Continue reading Have No Fear, Advising Day is Here
