Fall is officially here and it is not because football has started, or because the leaves are showing tints of red. The new marker that fall has arrived has slowly transitioned to when everything under the sun comes in a pumpkin spice flavor. A few weeks ago, Starbucks re-released their Pumpkin Spice Latte about a month earlier than usual which sparked a bit of controversy … Continue reading “Early is on time” for pumpkin spice
The STEAMery may sound a bit ridiculous, but the food makes up for the slightly cringey name. The café lies in the large lobby of the newly renovated section of Nobel, with large glass windows that let in a lot of natural light. The view outside is a slightly depressing field of mud, construction fencing, and even more construction fencing. However, the café has a … Continue reading New café steams up food game at Gustavus
The Nobel Conference is an integral part of the Gustavus community: an opportunity to engage with world-renowned scholars, authors, and scientists. Within the past few years, students have gained direct access to the speakers through discussions led by the Nobel Student Hosts. Although most students are interested in the topics presented at Nobel, particularly this year’s topic of climate change, arts and humanities majors often … Continue reading Nobel offers something for everyone
The Gustavus women’s volleyball team travelled to Eau Claire, Wisconsin this past weekend for the Sandy Schumacher Memorial Tournament. The team came out strong on Friday, winning both of their matches in three straight sets. In the first set against the Linfield Wildcats Gustavus took an early lead and didn’t trail once, pulling away late to take the set 25-17. The second set saw the … Continue reading Volleyball sweeps UM-Morris at home: Gusties improve record to 7-6 heading into MIAC play
The Gustavus Women’s Golf Team earned a fourth-place finish last weekend at the DIII Classic in Hastings, MN after finishing 11th at the Wartburg Fall Invitational in Waverly, IA the week before. The DIII Classic was highlighted by strong play from Sophomore Erin Ericson, who carded the lowest individual score at the tournament and earned her first career medalist honor. On the first day of … Continue reading Women’s Golf places fourth at DIII Classic: Ericson earns MIAC Athlete of the Week Honors
After opening up the season with a strong 50-19 victory over Martin Luther Sept. 7, the Gustavus Football team kept things rolling, defeating UW-Stout 41-31 the following weekend. Head Coach Peter Haugen was impressed with the effort he saw from the team and coaching staff on the team’s first win of the season. “Our coaches did a nice job getting these guys ready to go … Continue reading Football defeats UW-Stout 41-31: Gusties enter conference play 2-0 on the season
This semester marks the debut of the newly erected south expansion of the Nobel Hall of Science. Classes have been moved from the traditional Nobel Hall to the 74,000 square-foot expansion, while the North section receives its own renovation and expansion. The original Nobel Hall of Science, opened in 1963 and sitting at about 90,000 square-feet, has been home to several departments including Biology, Chemistry, … Continue reading South Nobel opens its doors for 2019-2020 school year: Newest campus addition is home to STEAM
Monday, September 2nd Campus Safety responded to an alcohol violation on the Myrum baseball field. One student was referred to the Campus Conduct System. Tuesday, September 3rd Campus Safety was called to Health Service for a student that had fallen on the west side sidewalk between Vickner and Anderson Hall. The student was transported to the hospital for x-rays. A CF was approached by a … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (9/13/19)
The Nobel expansion has rolled out many bright and shiny spaces for Gusties this school year: the Laboratory Theatre, the STEAMery and even new learning kitchens available for all classes to use. Many departments, including Chemistry, Biology, and Environmental Science, have already moved into the new and improved Nobel and are loving it. “It’s very nice, I like it a lot,” First-year Peter Turek said. … Continue reading Nobel department shuffling displaces classes: Temporary movement stirs up feelings of displeasure
The Center for International and Cultural Education welcomed new Study Away Program Coordinator Matthew Hirman on Thursday, September 12, with a reception open to the campus community. “I’m thrilled to be joining the team here at Gustavus,” Hirman said. Hirman was an International Coordinator for Faculty Directed Programs at Arizona State University “I’ve come to Gustavus due to my long-standing relationship with the college. My … Continue reading CICE welcomes new Study Away Coordinator: Study Away Program enjoys new enthusiastic leadership
