The big dogs at the top of the food chain here at THE Weekly have deemed me the one responsible for writing a “senior salute” of sorts even though, as the Calendar Editor, I am usually out of the office by 8 p.m. (at the latest) and am not a team member whatsoever. My existence at this paper consists of me sitting in my isolated … Continue reading Weekly Senior Salute
As graduation looms near for Gustavus seniors, memories made throughout the last four years begin flooding back to most on a day-by-day basis. Within the past four years seniors have been witness to many important campus events such as Midnight Express, the Royal Visit, and Christmas in Christ Chapel. They have also been witness to many much more far-reaching events such as Obama’s reelection, the … Continue reading Finished game: Road to graduation
Monday, April 28 Campus Safety responded to a student of concern in Norelius Hall. Wednesday, April 30 Campus Safety responded to a medical assist in the Jackson Campus Center. Collegiate Fellows and Campus Safety responded to a smoking violation in Norelius Hall involving seven students. Thursday, May 1 Campus Safety responded to a dispute outside Uhler Hall and contacted the Saint Peter Police Department for … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (5/9/2014)
Following the newly tenured faculty ceremony held in Christ Chapel in the company of President Ohle and members of the Board of Trustees on Friday, April 25, a diverse representation of the student population gathered outside to celebrate Divest-Fest. While Divest-Fest originated with the purpose of raising awareness and creating discussion about institutional divestment from fossil fuels, recent program changes and cuts prompted expansion and … Continue reading Divest-Fest strives to revive college community
Gathering people from all over the community, this year’s Gustavus Adolphus College Association of Congregations Faith Conference was honored to have our very own new Gustavus Religion Professor and Bernhardson Chair Marcia Bunge, give the keynote address. The conference was held on Saturday, April 26 on the topic, “Understanding Lutheran Commitments to Children and Youth.” This event started last year and will continue as a … Continue reading GACAC discusses Lutheran commitments to youth
The Womyn’s Awareness Center (WAC) held their annual Take Back the Night event Tuesday, April 29. Take Back the Night is an event aimed at anyone who has been impacted by sexual assault or sexual violence and supporters. Sophomore WAC member Tori Sowa explained that the purpose of the event is to open the door for students who have been affected. “Take back the night … Continue reading Take Back the Night creates safe space for discussion and healing
The Gustavus Adolphus College student body voted on Thursday, April 24, regarding the amendment for removing the International Student Representative from the Student Senate. The result was announced the same day, and declared that the amendment failed to pass with 541 people (87.3 percent) voting “no.” International Student Representative and First-Year Herchran Singh was pleased with the result. “I think the results clearly show how … Continue reading Vote preserves International Representative position
The Gustavus men’s tennis team clinched their 26th consecutive MIAC Championship with a 9-0 win over the University of St. Thomas in the regular season finale on Sunday, April 27. Gustavus now holds the No. 1 seed in the MIAC Playoffs and improved to 26-5 overall and 9-0 in the MIAC. The Gustavus men’s tennis team will host the lowest remaining seed from the quarterfinal … Continue reading Men’s tennis clinches 26th consecutive MIAC Championship
