Author: Kevin Dexter
Campus Safety Report (10/4/2013)
Monday, September 23 Campus Safety investigated a theft of a visitor’s personal property in the Campus Center. The property was later recovered. Tuesday, September 24 One student was cited by Campus Safety with a drug equipment and narcotic violation, and one student was cited with a drug equipment violation in Norelius Hall. A Collegiate Fellow responded to a noise violation in Norelius Hall involving ten … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (10/4/2013)
Meditation gardens provide a chance to reflect
The completion of a Swedish Labyrinth near the entrance of the Linnaeus Arboretum marked the first stage of constructing meditative gardens on campus. Current Linnaeus Arboretum Director and Naturalist Scott Moeller discussed how students currently utilize the arboretum. “The arboretum is here primarily for education, but is also here for recreation, relaxation, and reflection. One thing that I’m always working on is making sure that … Continue reading Meditation gardens provide a chance to reflect
Homecoming showdown: Gustavus vs. St. Olaf
They say it’s always the rivalry matches that spark some of the greatest games in sports. From the Boston Red Sox versus the New York Yankees to the Minnesota Vikings versus the Green Bay Packers, rivalry games almost always live up to their hype, creating more animosity and entertainment for the fans who watch these games. This Saturday’s Homecoming football game should be no exception … Continue reading Homecoming showdown: Gustavus vs. St. Olaf
Gustie of the Week: Becca Eastwood
Senior Becca Eastwood held her breath as she watched the coin somersault in the air, one of the biggest decisions of her life dependent upon the head or tail outcome. If it was heads she would commit to Knox University in Galesburg, Illinois but on tails, she would commit to Gustavus Adolphus College in St. Peter, Minnesota. As the coin teetered on the table after … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Becca Eastwood
Women’s soccer fighting for more wins
The Gustavus Adolphus women’s soccer team dropped to a record of 3-3-0 overall and 0-2-0 in the MIAC on Saturday, Sept. 21, 2013. The women lost to Concordia College with a final score of 2-0. “We just played Concordia and Carleton, two of the top teams in the conference. Although both games resulted in losses, we played tough in both games. We are looking forward … Continue reading Women’s soccer fighting for more wins
Rasmussen on National Book Award longlist for poetry
Gustavus comes together in celebration of the achievements of once student and now faculty member, Matt Rasmussen ‘98. English Professor Rasmussen’s book, Black Aperture, was announced as part of the National Book Award Longlist on Tuesday, Sept. 17. The National Book Award was established in 1950 and quickly gained a reputation for recognizing literary excellence, acknowledging the work of writers such as William Faulkner, Saul … Continue reading Rasmussen on National Book Award longlist for poetry
Men’s soccer team has leg up on competition
The Gustavus men’s soccer team is off to a promising start with a record of 5-2-1 overall. Led by Senior Captains Sean Sendelbach, Zach Schmith, and Casey Gilbert, the squad has lost just two of its first eight games and is 2-0 in conference play. The team’s strong start comes as no surprise after winning the 2012 MIAC championship in a riveting shootout over conference … Continue reading Men’s soccer team has leg up on competition
Tales from Abroad (9/27/2013)
As I wake up at 8:45 a.m. for a 9 a.m. class, I’m suddenly thankful for the Swedish ‘academic quarter,’ which grants students 15 minutes after the turn of the hour to get to class before the lecture actually begins. So much for Swedish punctuality, I think as I throw together a quick breakfast and hop on my second-hand silver Neptune bike. I have noticed … Continue reading Tales from Abroad (9/27/2013)
Gustie spirit shines with “Nights of Neon” Homecoming
Gustavus is stepping away from black and gold and taking a new spin on Homecoming 2013 with a ‘Nights of Neon’ theme. “The neon theme really is meant to put a new, exciting, and unique twist on a Gustavus tradition. It’s a unique twist on Homecoming, something we have never done before. CAB is always looking for new ways to spice things up. The ‘Nights … Continue reading Gustie spirit shines with “Nights of Neon” Homecoming