Staff Writer- Alex Ogle This week’s Gustie of the Week is Christ Chapel’s Cantor and music professor Chad Winterfeldt. As the Cantor of Christ Chapel, Winterfeldt leads musical performances during chapel break services and Sunday worship services, as well as arranging for musical guests and performances. In his work as a music professor, he works with the handbell musical group, teaches music theory, organ lessons, … Continue reading GoW: Chad Winterfeldt
Submitted- Logan Zakrajshek To all gusties,We believe that it is in the best interest of our student body to buckle down on our composting & recycling options. Gustavus as an institution has presented us with a choice, an opportunityto limit our impact on the environment. All paper towels & to-go options such as gustieware are compostable at a plethora of composting locations. Additionally our reliance … Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Don’t Waste Our Waste
Staff Writer- Ethan LaLumiere Many families will arrive in St. Peter for the first time since move-in day for the annual Gustavus tradition of Family Weekend. It’s a chance for families to see each other for a weekend, which isn’t otherwise accessible to some students. The college plans events for the weekend on all three days for families to enjoy. Friday kicks off the weekend … Continue reading Family Weekend Returns for 2025
Staff Writer- Bao Vu Look up. The vast expanse above us, the sky, has done more than just inspire poets and artists; it has fundamentally shaped the very way we speak and express our deepest emotions. Across cultures and continents, the language of the sky is woven into the fabric of our daily communication, revealing a profound and universal connection to the natural world. In … Continue reading Living Under the Same Sky with Different Languages
Staff Writer- Emily Sustaita It’s that time of the year again! The colorful leaves are falling to the ground; the pumpkins are lining up outside the grocery stores; the air is cool to the touch (at least, that’s how it should be). In the month of October, what better way to enjoy the spooky, pumpkin-scented season than to immerse yourself in some fun films!However, if … Continue reading The Best Films to Watch This October Season
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Staff Writer- Alayna Boe The Gustavus Women’s Volleyball team had its home opener on Sept. 26th. The 14-2 team faced off against the College of Saint Benedict Friday night and took home a 3-1 victory over the Bennies. Along with being the Gusties’ home opener, this was also their MIAC opener, so their conference record started off strong at 1-0. The first set was hard … Continue reading Women’s Volleyball Bumps Winning Record: Gusties Serve a Beatdown to the Bennies
Staff Writer- Lexi Thomas When going into college, everybody expects that it will be challenging and it’s a change, but when getting to college and participating in classes, clubs, sports, on top of the workload, it’s just so hard to manage at times. Even for upperclassmen, it can be hard to get a routine in and know when to study and when to take a … Continue reading First Couple Weeks From an Expert First Year
Staff Writer- Nathan Swanson The Gustavus Men’s Golf Team competed this last weekend in the 2025 MIAC Championships. This three-day event took place at the Edinburgh Golf Course in Brooklyn Park. Round one was played on Saturday, round two on Sunday, and the third and final round was played on Monday. On Saturday, the Gusties shot +13 and were tied for second place with Bethel … Continue reading Men’s Golf Swings into Second at MIAC Championships, Three Gusties Land in Top 10
Professional Fangirl- Katelyn Benschoter No matter the genre you listen to, your hobbies, or the brands you pay attention to, you definitely know who Taylor Swift is and may have even seen some marketing for her new album without even realizing it. A few weeks ago, the popstar announced her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, and it was instantly all over social … Continue reading The “Taylor Swift Effect” and Celebrity Culture
