Leaning in Change the world—it might sound cheesy, but honestly it is something that most people want to do. Some people will work towards gay rights or feminism, towards the promotion of corporate freedom or smaller government; there are people fighting to end racism, to end poverty, and to promote education. We all have a battle to fight, questions to answer, a wrong to right. … Continue reading Cloudy with a chance of musing
I am a parent of two Gustavus students, and sent the following letter to the Board of Trustees: I just read the April 19, 2013 edition of The Gustavian about the recent student forums with President Ohle. While I am sure these forums were intended to reassure all constituents, they had the opposite effect on me and I am more disturbed than ever about this … Continue reading Letter to the Editor (5-03-13)
Gustavus athletes accomplish great things all the time. Few, however, accomplish what Junior golfer, Andrew Oakes has done. Oakes went from having never hit a hole-in-one, to hitting three within three months, an incredible feat for any golfer. “Those shots are maybe once in a lifetime, and he hit 3 in 12 rounds, which is pretty amazing,” Coach Scott Moe said. The Gustavus men kicked … Continue reading A hole-in-one isn’t once in a lifetime for Andrew Oakes
The Gustavus baseball team is starting to get back into the swing of things after unpredictable weather conditions have limited their season. The wintry conditions experienced in April have caused all non-conference games to be cancelled along with the cancellation of the junior varsity season. The Gusties must now play eighteen games in a two week span in order to finish all of their conference … Continue reading Gustie baseball: Back on the field and ready to play
It seems as though at every family gathering there is one aunt/uncle/grandma who always reminds you to take an extra serving of mashed potatoes while you’re young, because in five years it’s going straight to your thighs. So why is this the case and why are all of your adult relatives so bitter about your eating habits? Turns out it has to do with metabolism. … Continue reading Maximize your metabolic ability
After six consecutive wins, the Gustavus Adolphus women’s tennis team finished their regular season on April 28. The last match took place in Northfield, Minnesota, where the women played Carleton College and lost 8-1. Sophomore Laurel Krebsbach scored the only point for Gustavus at No. 1 singles. After Wednesday’s match, the Gusties dropped to 12-7 overall, and 8-2 in the MIAC. The tennis team will … Continue reading Women’s tennis team earns third seed in playoffs
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The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but rather the transcripts of one of the accreditation meetings people keep talking about. I think they went off topic. Friday, April 26 Coca-Cola Educational Partnership Grant Reception: Heritage Banquet Room 3:30 p.m. I haven’t been invited back since I asked for a Pepsi. Spring Swing Dance: Alumni Hall 7 … Continue reading Calendar (4/26/13)
Monday, April 15 • Campus Safety responded to an electrical fire in a college-owned vehicle. Wednesday, April 17 • A student while in Bjorling parking lot was cited by Campus Safety for a drug/narcotic violation, driving under the influence, failure to comply with a College official, and simple assault. Tip of the Week: Severe Weather In Minnesota, severe weather takes different forms depending on … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (4/26/13)
