Author: Thanh Binh Pham

Opinion

An American Reichstag Fire

On Feb. 28, 1933, Germans awoke to an emergency decree revoking civil liberties. Overnight, freedom of speech and freedom of assembly and association were abolished. The decree suspended federated state autonomy, and legalized phone-tapping and the interception of correspondence. The night before, the Reichstag was set on fire. Arriving on the scene of the burning government debate chamber, newly-appointed Chancellor Adolf Hitler immediately declared the … Continue reading An American Reichstag Fire

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Feature Photo, Features

Girls Just Want to Have Fundamental Rights

On Jan. 21, 2017, over 3.5 million individuals came together to participate in the Women’s March on Washington and its hundreds of sister marches that occurred around the world. On this day, millions of people marched for the protection of legislation and policies regarding human rights and other issues, including women’s rights, healthcare reform, immigration reform, LGBTQ rights, racial equality, the environment, and freedom of … Continue reading Girls Just Want to Have Fundamental Rights

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Tales from Abroad

Tales from Abroad – Amanda Downs

I have just returned from an absolutely wonderful J-Term abroad experience (and I have the jet lag and luggage stress to prove it, thanks Delta)! All these temperaments aside, I can truly say that if you ever have the chance to travel to the United Kingdom, do it! Grasp the opportunity to witness many museums, castles in various states of ruin or construction, bustling people, … Continue reading Tales from Abroad – Amanda Downs

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Variety

Craig film offers comedic coming-of-age

As the great philosopher René Descartes once said: “I think, therefore I must be right.” Directed by Kelly Fremon Craig, The Edge of Seventeen is the story of a self-righteous teenage girl named Nadine, played by Hailee Steinfeld. Nadine must face reality now that she’s seventeen, her father’s death having come four years prior, the loathsome relationship Nadine has with her mother, and the newly … Continue reading Craig film offers comedic coming-of-age

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News

New administrator aims to create cultural shift: Title IX Coordinator Justine Stein is working toward giving students a different perspective on sexual misconduct

Upon opening the 2016-17 Student Guide: Responding to Sexual Misconduct, intimate partner violence, and stalking manual the reader is greeted with a bold message. It states, in large font: “Members of the Gustavus Adolphus College community, guests and visitors have the right to be treated with respect and should be free from sexual misconduct, stalking, and intimate partner violence. While our campus is safe, it … Continue reading New administrator aims to create cultural shift: Title IX Coordinator Justine Stein is working toward giving students a different perspective on sexual misconduct

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Campus safety report

Campus Safety Report (2/10/17)

Wednesday, January 4 ● Campus Safety responded to a mold issue in Uhler and Norelius Hall. Facilities staff cleaned the areas of concern. ● Campus Safety and Residential Life responded to an alcohol violation in Norelius Hall.  Three students were referred to the campus conduct system for underage consumption and possession. Thursday, January 5 ● Campus Safety and Residential Life responded to property damage in … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (2/10/17)

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Sports & Fitness

8-0 Women’s Basketball off to their best start in 14 seasons

The Women’s Basketball team is helping out with Gustavus’ electric bill this year by heating up the Lund Center. The Gusties are undefeated through eight games this year, marking their hottest start since the ‘02-‘03 season. Although the Gusties are playing well on both sides of the floor, offense is definitely their biggest strength. “You don’t really shoot 71 percent from the three-point line too … Continue reading 8-0 Women’s Basketball off to their best start in 14 seasons

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Sports & Fitness

Men’s Basketball starts hot in the MIAC

The Gustie Men’s Basketball team is now 2-0 in the MIAC, and 2-2 overall in their 2016-2017 campaign after two straight wins against conference opponents in the past week.  On Saturday, December 3rd, they traveled to St. Paul to take on Macalester and led the game the entire way en route to a 15-point victory. The visiting Gusties were led by Sophomore Spencer Tollefson who … Continue reading Men’s Basketball starts hot in the MIAC

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Sports & Fitness

A whole new playing ground: Gustavus approves new $1.5 Million baseball field

It’s safe to say Minnesota winters are not big baseball fans. For years, their temperatures and spring snowfalls have been a frustration for players, coaches and fields alike. But after the 2017 season, Gustavus Baseball will be bringing the battle to a whole new ballfield. Their new $1.5 million turf ballfield that is. “This will be a huge addition to the program because it will … Continue reading A whole new playing ground: Gustavus approves new $1.5 Million baseball field

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