Author: Max Beyer

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Saying Goodbye to the Ace of Aces

Gustavus Adolphus College boasts a strong athletic reputation, stemming from a long history of dominant coaches. From the Gusties’ humble beginnings with baseball coach George Myrum to the wartime powerhouse Lloyd Hollingsworth to Don Roberts, the recent Hobey Baker Legends of Hockey Award winner, many prominent coaches stick out in the school’s history. While the history of Gustavus Athletics has a distinguished past, no individual … Continue reading Saying Goodbye to the Ace of Aces

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Opinion

The time I gave God a headache

Whilst I was recently perusing the latest LOL Cats pictures, a benevolent and omniscient voice came into my head. “Maggie,” the voice simply said, “this is God.” Needless to say, I crapped my pants. I quickly changed into a clean pair (because who wants to speak with their Creator in soiled skivvies?) and responded, “I’m here, God. Would you, um, like something to drink? I … Continue reading The time I gave God a headache

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News

Campus concert stirs student response

Controversy followed a concert this week sponsored by Proclaim Ministries. Eddie James, a Christian musician who travels around the country preaching, leading worship and performing concerts made his way to the Gustavus campus this past Wednesday. Between songs, James and his band mates shared personal stories about the change in their lives that followed their conversions to Christianity. Their comments, specifically regarding homosexuality, generated a … Continue reading Campus concert stirs student response

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Variety

Sophomore Laura Jensen receives scholarship for work with Hispanic culture

If taking a trip to Don Pablo’s is the closest you’ve ever been to experiencing authentic Hispanic culture, you could probably benefit from a talk with Laura Jensen. You’d certainly be hard pressed to find a Gustie sophomore that is as passionate about the Hispanic culture and as committed to sharing it as Laura. It is her commitment to this purpose that has earned Laura … Continue reading Sophomore Laura Jensen receives scholarship for work with Hispanic culture

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Celebration of Buddhist festival of Vesak

This Sunday, April 26, the Gustavus community will have the opportunity to participate in a cultural event not normally seen in this part of the world. Students and faculty are invited to join in the celebration of the annual Buddhist festival of Vesak, which is free of cost. Beginning at 10:30 a.m. in the Carlson International Center, participants will hear from a variety of speakers, … Continue reading Celebration of Buddhist festival of Vesak

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Features

Bringing the Campus Vision into Focus

The realm of campus politics is abuzz with activity after last month’s faculty meeting, which catalyzed a campus wide conversation about principles of shared governance, transparency and President Jack Ohle’s leadership style. “I’m very impressed with how thoughtful everyone seems to be on the topic,” Academic Dean Mariangela Maguire said. Thoughtful reflection has also accompanied action. The first call for action came at the Wednesday, … Continue reading Bringing the Campus Vision into Focus

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Opinion

An Open Letter to the Board of Trustees of Gustavus Adolphus College, James H. Gale, Chair

I am writing to you today not only as a Gustavus student, but as a concerned member of the broader Gustavus community for which we all care deeply. Wednesday, March 18, 2009, I attended a faculty meeting at which Chairman of the Board of Trustees James H. Gale spoke to the changing Provost position and the role of the President and the Board in that … Continue reading An Open Letter to the Board of Trustees of Gustavus Adolphus College, James H. Gale, Chair

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Opinion

Obama’s anti-charity proposal

President Obama recently released a proposal to reduce tax deductions for charitable giving. You might be thinking, “Why should I care? The tax code is boring, and President Obama is a liberal Democrat who really cares about poor people.” There are a couple of errors I see in this logic, but the biggest concern I have with the proposal is that Democrats and other leftward … Continue reading Obama’s anti-charity proposal

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