Staff Writer- Nathan Swanson This last weekend, the No. 23rd nationally ranked Men’s Tennis team competed in three home matches at the Swanson Tennis Center. The match on Saturday was against their MIAC opponent, the Carleton Knights. Gustavus beat the Knights 6-1. On Sunday, their first match earlier in the day was against the Bethany Lutheran Vikings, a non-conference opponent. Later in the afternoon, Gustavus … Continue reading Men’s Tennis Secures Three Wins
Professional Fangirl- Katelyn Benschoter And just like that, the school year is wrapping up. It seems like just yesterday we were all moving into our rooms and memorizing our new class schedules. But whether we are ready for it or not, summer is approaching. Hopefully, you will have more free time this summer than you do during the school year. And what better way to … Continue reading What To Watch This Summer
Staff Writer- Emily Anderson Sequels. You either love them or you hate them. There is something to be said about a continuing adventure. A picking up of a plot that was seemingly resolved in the first film, to add more depth, growth, and adventure. Being at the end of my sophomore year (what some would argue feels like a sequel), I feel as though I … Continue reading In Defense of Sequels
Staff Writer- August von Seth In 1986, U.S. President Ronald Reagan concocted a witticism that would go down in history: The nine most terrifying words in the English language are “I’m from the government, and I’m here to help.” Though it hadn’t passed through the lips of the president before that fateful news conference in Chicago, Illinois, any contemporary political observer worth their salt would … Continue reading House Parties Are Not the Freedom Students Deserve
Opinion Editor- Soph White Back in March, I made a YikYak post praying for some advice on how to quit caffeine. Unfortunately, I am lactose intolerant, hate tea, and think water has no flavor. All-in-all, I was bound to be cooked and got absolutely flamed on YikYak for it. All that being said, I managed to experience two weeks without caffeine, and after I got … Continue reading WAKE UP! Caffeine is Coming For Us All!
Variety Editor- Colleen Coleman This May, the Gustavus Choir will be touring Japan, performing in Tokyo, Hiroshima, Kyoto, and Osaka under the direction of Dr. Brandon Dean, Associate Professor of Music. The Gustavus Choir will present their program in their Pre-Tour Home Concert on Saturday, April 25th at 3:30 p.m. in Christ Chapel. Their program, “A Bouquet of Songs,” features music from a variety of … Continue reading The Gustavus Choir Departs for Japan
Staff Writer- Cora Hess This week’s Gustie of the Week is Senior Micah Lesch. As he finishes off his final year, Lesch is keeping busy on campus. He is a member of the Gustavus Student Senate, Men’s Soccer, Political Science Club, and the Mentorship Leadership Team. He was formerly a Board of Trustees Student Experience Committee Representative and a Peer Career Advisor. After watching his … Continue reading GoW: Micah Lesch
Staff Writer- Evangelyn Hill While located in a small midwestern town, Gustavus Adolphus College still contains a diverse set of cultures and nationalities. This upcoming Friday, many of these cultures will be on full display at the International Festival, hosted by the International Cultures Club. From 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall, Gustavus students will showcase the culture of their nation or heritage. … Continue reading International Festival Showcases Student Cultures
Staff Writer- Sam Paulsen On April 15th, 2026, the Minnesota Senate Higher Education Committee proposed an omnibus higher education appropriations bill for the 2025-2026 session. This bill included Senate File 4638, which provides supplemental funding for the state grant program, appropriating $131 million in fiscal year 2027. The Minnesota State Grant is a need-based financial aid program for Minnesota residents attending eligible private colleges and … Continue reading Minnesota State Grant Experiencing Shortfall
Editor in Chief- Grace LaTourelle As the 2025-26 school year comes to a close, the Gustavian Weekly would like to thank our readers and fellow Gusties for their support, as well as reflect on the year as covered by our student newspaper. I accepted the position of Editor in Chief last spring, following the graduation of previous Editor in Chief, Mel Pardock ‘25. While I … Continue reading Spring Semester Sets on the Hill
