Tuesday, September 19 Campus Safety responded to a suspicious circumstance n the Arboretum lot on College grounds. A student was found sleeping in their vehicle. Wednesday, September 20 Carpet was found damaged by an unidentified substance. Thursday, September 21 Campus Safety responded to the report of a bicycle theft near North Hall. Campus Safety took an injury report at Health Service for a student who … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (9/29/17)
It isn’t every day that you meet a gentleman whose business card says he’s Keeper of the Privy Purse. When you learn that he is the treasurer to the King of Sweden, you know you’re in special company. In this case, you’ve met Gustavus Board of Trustees member Jan Lindman, who hopes to bring a special Swedish perspective to Gustavus while also serving as a … Continue reading Swedish Royal Treasurer Jan Lindman visits Gustavus
This year, Gustavus will be hosting the 53 Nobel Conference, with this year’s theme focusing on reproductive technology. On October 3 and 4, seven presenters and professors will come to Gustavus from all different backgrounds to talk about their studies on reproductive technology. The conference will provide an indepth look at science: “From artificial insemination to in vitro fertilization to contraception, reproductive technologies have long … Continue reading Nobel Conference aims to answer scientific questions: 53rd annual Nobel Conference meant to focus on reproductive technology
Jad Abumrad Jad Abumrad is the co-host, founder and producer of NRP’s podcast Radiolab. The podcast is described as “a show about curiosity. Where sound illuminates ideas, and the boundaries blur between science, philosophy, and human experience.” Abumrad will lecture on the understanding of science as an intrinsic part of human experience and as a part of larger philosophical questions about life. Ruha Benjamin Ruha … Continue reading Nobel Conference 53: Reproductive Technology: How Far Do We Go?
It’s no secret college can be stressful, however, when that stress becomes too much, Gustavus has options to help. Students in need of immediate help are encouraged to utilize the Counseling Center and the Learn to Live services online. Suffering from a mental health disorder is something students do not have to face alone. There are services available on campus, open to anyone, which seek … Continue reading Managing Mindfulness and Stress on Campus
Fall is the most wonderful time of year. Time for apple picking, Hocus Pocus watching, leaves falling and pumpkin everything. Even though it hasn’t exactly felt like fall lately with the heat advisory and weird summer weather, it is officially fall. After all, what other season leads into so many great times of the year including, but not limited to, Halloween, Thanksgiving, and Christmas. So … Continue reading Fall-ing for Fun Fall Activities
Anticipation is in the air as the 53 Annual Nobel Conference is only days away. This year’s Conference “Reproductive Technology: How Far Do We Go?” will focus on the scientific, social, and ethical questions of reproductive technology. One event exploring these questions is the free Nobel Concert at 8 p.m. on October 3 in Bjorling Recital Hall. This concert will feature three works which span … Continue reading The Nobel Concert: A Finer Side of Science
Funny, caring, and dedicated; the words that junior, Daniel Barnes’ closest friends would use to describe him. Daniel spent most of his upbringing in Lund, Sweden, however, as an eighth grader, he moved to Shanghai, China with his family for two years. He returned to Sweden and remained there until graduation. After graduation, he traveled 4,330 miles and ended up here at Gustavus after discovering … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Daniel Barnes
Reality TV shows have struck a chord with both American and international viewers since 2002 with the first seasons of American Idol and Survivor. Although reality TV has been around since 1950, it wasn’t until the transformation into glitz and drama (which Hollywood is known for) that reality television’s popularity skyrocketed. A common argument in favor of these shows is that they involve real people … Continue reading Reality TV: Awful for everyone
Over the years, I’ve heard many people say things such as: “Growing older is an enriching experience; you become wiser, and it is something that you should embrace.” While aging is inevitable, I can tell you right now- it is something I am not looking forward to; not for myself, my family members, or anyone really. As someone who has grown up around elderly people, … Continue reading Age is scary
