Author: Kevin Dexter
Letter to the Editor (3/14/2014)
To the Gustavus community: We, the Tau Mu Tau Sorority, would like to express our sincerest apologies to those offended by the culturally derogatory costume choice by one of our members at a social event this past weekend. We do not condone intolerance of any kind and are working to ensure that this individual is held accountable for her actions. First and foremost, we are … Continue reading Letter to the Editor (3/14/2014)
First-year building cultures examined within Gustavus
As room draw looms near, Gustavus prospective and returning students are faced with a choice between residence halls. For many, this proves a difficult task, as the decision will likely determine the type of experiences intrinsically shaped in the upcoming year. Each residence hall offers a unique range of culture, especially accentuated among the first-year dorms: Pittman, Sohre, and Norelius Hall. A majority of first-years … Continue reading First-year building cultures examined within Gustavus
Calendar (3/14/2014)
* The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but rather the diary of Vladimir Putin. The guy f@#$ing loves The Hobbit. Friday, Mar. 14 Post-Impact: Life after a Traumatic Brain Injury: Alumni Hall 3 p.m. This might be the closest we get to having an NFL player on campus in a while. Weekend Movie: The Hobbit: The … Continue reading Calendar (3/14/2014)
Campus Safety Report (3/14/2014)
Tuesday, March 4 A student on College grounds was cited by Campus Safety for an of age alcohol violation. Thursday, March 6 Campus Safety investigated text messages sent to a student that they felt to be threatening. Friday, March 7 A student was cited for underage consumption by Campus Safety and the Saint Peter Police Department and transported to Rivers Edge Hospital. A Gustavus employee … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (3/14/2014)
Issue 17 (3/7/2014)
Board of Trustees announces 17th President, Rebecca M. Bergman
The Board of Trustees has announced the election of Gustavus’ 17th president, Rebecca M. Bergman. Bergman will take office on July 1 of this year, replacing current President Jack Ohle in his retirement. Bergman is also the first female president in Gustavus’ 152 years. Bergman currently serves at Medtronic as the Vice President of Research, Technology, and Therapy Delivery Systems for the company’s Cardiac Rhythm … Continue reading Board of Trustees announces 17th President, Rebecca M. Bergman
2014 Building Bridges Conference, “demanding environmental justice”
Strolling around campus lately, students have likely noticed the signs announcing the upcoming Building Bridges Conference. This year’s theme, “Disposable Communities? Demanding Environmental Justice,” has included two scheduled preview lectures in addition to the week of activities leading up to the event. On Thursday, Feb. 4, Dr. Jason Smerdon, Professor at Lamont-Doherty Earth Observatory at Columbia University, presented the lecture entitled, “Drip, Drip, Drip: Water, … Continue reading 2014 Building Bridges Conference, “demanding environmental justice”
Gustavus Forensics wins third consecutive State Championship
The Gustavus Forensics Team won its third consecutive state championship Feb. 15-16 at the Minnesota Collegiate Forensics Association (MCFA), making it the sixth state championship the team has won in seven years. In addition to the team’s overall championship wins, several individual members contributed big wins across a wide range of competitive categories. Senior Kelsey Abele took second in the Individual Sweepstakes, while Senior Shelby … Continue reading Gustavus Forensics wins third consecutive State Championship
Traveling exhibit evokes big questions
‘If Peace is a puzzle, where do you find it?’ Students and staff may have noticed the recent installation of John Noltner’s “A Peace of My Mind” exhibit in the Campus Center and various academic buildings. The exhibit, intended to spark dialogue about peace and our role in its creation, highlights 55 people from the Midwest. Gustavus is one of 7 sponsors for the traveling … Continue reading Traveling exhibit evokes big questions