Campus Safety Report (4/18/2014)

Wednesday, March 26 Campus Safety performed a welfare check on a student in Norelius Hall. Campus Safety received a report of two students cited by the Saint Peter Police Department on Saturday, March 15 for underage consumption and one of the students was cited for underage drinking and driving while on College grounds. Thursday, March 27 Two students while on College grounds were cited for … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (4/18/2014)

Administration, students respond to bias incidents, prompts dialogue on cultural divisions

O ver the last month, an unusual amount of bias incidents were reported to the Dean of Students. The incidents have prompted questions as to the administration’s response method and spurred campus-wide dialogue regarding cultural divisions within the Gustavus community. According to the Dean of Students Office, four bias incidents were reported within a few week’s time. Due to federal law that guarantees the privacy … Continue reading Administration, students respond to bias incidents, prompts dialogue on cultural divisions

David Lim named winner of Immanuel Lutheran Church Organ Competition

Many students walking past Christ Chapel in the evenings are familiar with the faint strains of organ music emitting from the building. More often than not, it is the sound of Junior Biology and Music Major David Lim at the keys. Lim’s time with the organ recently paid off as he was honored as the winner of the Immanuel Lutheran Church Organ Competition in Evanston, … Continue reading David Lim named winner of Immanuel Lutheran Church Organ Competition

Campus Safety Sergeant Mike English retires after 14 years

After 14 years of dedicated service, Campus Safety Sergeant Mike English is retiring from his position at Gustavus. To celebrate his diligent work and highlight his accomplishments, there will be a farewell reception today, March 28, in the Three Crowns Room. English is originally from Portland, Oregon and has lived in various places around the United States due to his previous career in the United … Continue reading Campus Safety Sergeant Mike English retires after 14 years

Dove Real Beauty Speaker inspires students to consider media influence and body image

Real Beauty Speaker Stacy Nadeau opened her presentation on Friday,  March 21 with a warning that she would be completely open and honest with the audience for the entirety of her allotted hour and a half. Nadeau followed through as she discussed her own body insecurities, as well as eye-opening topics that hit home for many in the audience. According to Nadeau, who was a … Continue reading Dove Real Beauty Speaker inspires students to consider media influence and body image

Showcase unites sophomore class

Members of each Gustavus class have a sense of pride for their school and their fellow classmates. On March 20, members of the class of 2016 came together to celebrate talents during the Sophomore Class Showcase. The only requirements for participating were being a member of the sophomore class and having a talent to share. Sophomores Britta Johnson  and Olivia Tusa, who are both class … Continue reading Showcase unites sophomore class

Try a Tri, sign up for the Take the Hill Triathlon

Competitors competed in the swimming, biking, and running portions of the 2012 Take The Hill Triathlon. This year’s triathlon is the sixth time this event has been held. All proceeds benefit Insulindependence, a non-profit organization that helps people with diabetes lead healthy and active lives. Registration is still open for the event at takethehilltri.org. Gustavus Office of Marketing and Communications The sixth annual Take the Hill … Continue reading Try a Tri, sign up for the Take the Hill Triathlon

Vikings rebuild through free agency

The 2014 NFL season has officially begun – the free agency market officially opened on March 11. Now is when teams begin to release old players and sign new ones in preparation for the playing season. The Minnesota Vikings began their 2014 season on a high note.  The Vikings went into the free agent market with a great deal of money available for them to … Continue reading Vikings rebuild through free agency