Author: Kevin Dexter

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Man of Steel review: may not be super, but still decent

Superman is one of the most iconic fictional characters ever created, but he has not exactly aged well in recent years.  People claim that he is “too overpowered” and “boring” whereas other heroes have traits that draw the media closer to them.  Iron Man has interesting technology, Spider-Man is relatable, and Batman is, well, Batman!  Superman may have had a good start with the first … Continue reading Man of Steel review: may not be super, but still decent

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Rock Bend Folk Festival draws in crowds for 23 years

For 23 consecutive years, Saint Peter has held the Rock Bend Folk Festival in Minnesota Square Park. Full of live music, activities, delicious food, and sights to see, the festival is an excellent way to end the summer. Usually about 8,000 people turn out to attend this free event. The festival kicked off at noon on Saturday Sept. 7 and went through the weekend. This … Continue reading Rock Bend Folk Festival draws in crowds for 23 years

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Hillstrom features potential largest exhibit yet

The Hillstrom Museum of Art opened up on Monday Sept. 9, 2013 for another year of showcasing various artists with varying types of work. The three current exhibitions, Recent Acquisitions and Debuts of the Hillstrom Museum of Art, String Theory and the Superconducting Super Collider Series: Paintings by Lucinda Mason, and Associated American Artists; Art by Subscription, will run through November 10, 2013. The opening … Continue reading Hillstrom features potential largest exhibit yet

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Calender (9/13/2013)

* The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The Gustavian Weekly, but rather the manuscript of President Obama’s Syria speech.  I think he’s skirting around the issues. Friday, Sept. 13 Russian Tea: Phi Beta Kappa Room 4 p.m. The Americans also defeated the heavily favored Russians in tea brewing at the 1980 Olympics. Weekend Movie: Man of Steel: Wallenberg … Continue reading Calender (9/13/2013)

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Campus Safety Rides

In response to student dissatisfaction with the escort route,  Campus Safety has again altered the way students can safely travel around campus. Campus Safety Sergeant Mike English has been with Campus Safety for 14 years, and is changed with handling student employees. “Years ago, we had an escort program where students would call in for a ride. It would be backed up too much. People … Continue reading Campus Safety Rides

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Campus conversation follows closure of GustieLeaks

On Aug. 30 at 9 a.m. the website, GustieLeaks, announced: “In 24 hours, we will retire the documents of GustieLeaks indefinitely. This is our sign of good faith; we believe that focusing on renewal and healing will drive Gustavus to grow.” The statement was true to its word; the website was closed the next day. If one should visit gustieleaks.com, all that will appear is … Continue reading Campus conversation follows closure of GustieLeaks

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Campus Safety Report (9/13/2013)

Monday, September 2 A Collegiate Fellow investigated a possible policy violation that was reported over the weekend in Uhler Hall involving one student and one former student. Collegiate Fellows responded to a noise and alcohol violation in North Hall involving three students. A Collegiate Fellow responded to a noise and possible policy violations in Norelius Hall involving four students. Tuesday, September 3 A student was … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (9/13/2013)

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Alumna Wed interview with Cathy ten Broeke

Cathy ten Broeke TB: What was your reaction to the news that Minnesota will support same-sex marriage equality? CTB: It was a huge relief and extremely powerful and, like for many people, we didn’t know we would so quickly see the legalization of gay marriage. I was blown away by the speed of the last part of that work. Of course the work of equality … Continue reading Alumna Wed interview with Cathy ten Broeke

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Alumna Wed interview with Jennifer Tammi

Longtime-friend Jennifer Tammi JT: I met Cathy my first day at Gustavus.  She and her freshman roommate,Lizanne Hart (with whom we are still close friends), stopped by my room to say hello.  We all lived on the 1st floor in Sorenson Hall. My dad (class of ’63) and I were knee-deep in trying to build a loft and we asked Cathy and Lizanne if they knew anyone … Continue reading Alumna Wed interview with Jennifer Tammi

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