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
Stella Anderson Moye- The Gustavus Swim Team is a certified powerhouse, having claimed the MIAC championship title for both Men’s and Women’s in the 2023-24 season. On Saturday, to open the 2024-25 season, the team was tasked with splitting up and traveling to two separate meets in Iowa. Half the team went to Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa, whereas the other half visited Luther … Continue reading Gustavus Swim Sweeps Separate Meets
Teddy Kaste- The Gustavus Women’s Soccer Team was eliminated from the playoffs this past Sunday in a 3-0 loss against Saint Mary’s. This was the Women’s first playoff appearance since 2021, and they finished the season with a record of 9-5-5. Saint Mary’s came into the game with an impressive 13-2-4 record and showed why they have been a force to be reckoned with in … Continue reading Women’s Soccer Season Ends in Playoffs
Kieran Ripken- In their final game of the regular season, the #6 nationally ranked Gustavus Men’s Soccer team traveled up to Duluth to play the St. Scholastica Saints. The Saints came into the game looking to spoil the Gusties’ silverware hopes but this seemed unlikely as they are at the bottom of the MIAC. Coming into the game, the Gusties had their work cut out … Continue reading Men’s Soccer Wins MIAC Championship
Olivia Telecky- On the Netflix reality show Hype House, TikTok stars complained about their experience with cancel culture. Nikita Dragun, after being accused of blackfishing (which is where one purposefully darkens their skin and/or changes features to appear as a minority), shared that she was canceled. People unfollowed her, brands didn’t want to collaborate with her, and she lost her career opportunities. Dragun shared this … Continue reading No One is Getting “Cancelled”
Soph White- Hello hello! I know it has been a while since all you fans have read an article from me, but that is because I have been focusing on my social and mental well-being. Luckily, I have had enough time open up within the next few weeks for me to write for the Weekly again. That is why I think it would be beneficial … Continue reading All You Need to Know About ASMR
Raquel Vaughn- I used to be able to read three books in a week – sometimes as many as five if I was feeling especially ambitious. But those were the days when life wasn’t particularly stressful, and I could read in any condition. As an over-achieving fifth grader, I read 500- to 800-page novels on the way to class almost every day. Picture a middle … Continue reading How to Read
Jenna Anderson- The Gustavus Philharmonic Orchestra (GPO) and Symphony Orchestra (GSO) have their Fall Concert from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m. this Saturday, Nov 9th in Jussi Bjorling Hall. They are playing quite a few pieces, including previews of what they will play during the renowned Christmas in Christ Chapel concert later on this year. “The Gustavus Department of Music is proud to present the … Continue reading Unwind with Gustavus Orchestras
