Winds of Spring brings a unique concert to Christ Chapel

This Friday, March 19 at 7:30 p.m., the Gustavus Wind Orchestra and the Vasa Wind Orchestra will put on a show like none that has ever been performed before in Christ Chapel. Under the conducting of Professor of Music Dr. Douglas Nimmo, these orchestras will perform in a show that is intertwined with a number of small ensembles. “This Friday’s combined Gustavus Wind Orchestra/Vasa Wind … Continue reading Winds of Spring brings a unique concert to Christ Chapel

Re: BEER. it’s what’s for breakfast … and lunch … and dinner

Several questions to everyone who objected to The Weekly’s article on Case Day: When has censorship ever been considered just or effective? Do you honestly believe that if The Weekly does not print an article on Case Day, this tradition will weaken or end? Do you really believe prospective students are naïve enough to believe that binge drinking does not occur at college? The Weekly … Continue reading Re: BEER. it’s what’s for breakfast … and lunch … and dinner

Vandalism in one of the showers in Co-Ed

On Monday, March 8, I was notified that there was a vandalism in one of the showers in Co-Ed. Someone chose to write in permanent marker, “(Name) and (Name), get a real job,” directing this message at the building’s custodians. Even worse, this vandalism took place during Custodial Appreciation Week. Thanks to the permanent marker, a team of five Gustavus students (myself included) and the … Continue reading Vandalism in one of the showers in Co-Ed

Neutral-faith space

Recently, the proposed idea of a “neutral-faith space” has come under attack. The point of a neutral-faith space is to have a place where non-Christians can worship and practice fellowship; a place where a cross, easily the most Christian symbol existent, is not the focal point of the building, both inside and out; a place where the name of the building does not clearly state … Continue reading Neutral-faith space

A formidable end to a great season

The Gustavus Men’s Hockey team’s season ended last Saturday with a 3-1 loss to St. Norbert College. Despite losing 2-1 in overtime to St. Thomas in the MIAC Championship game, the Gusties received one of three coveted at-large bids into the NCAA Tournament along with the opportunity for revenge in a rematch with St. Thomas. Fortunately, the men were able to knock off St. Thomas … Continue reading A formidable end to a great season