Author: Thanh Binh Pham

Sports & Fitness

Softball focuses on team development: Gusties improves record to 6-15 after sweeping Concordia

This whacky springtime snow has made things rather difficult for the Gustavus softball team. Currently with a record of 6-14, the Gusties are hoping the snow melts soon so they are able to get out on their actual home field for competition. Out of the 20 games the Gusties have played thus far this season, 10 took place in Tucson, Arizona, 4 in a dome, … Continue reading Softball focuses on team development: Gusties improves record to 6-15 after sweeping Concordia

Thanh Binh Pham
Opinion

Will we grab a slice of the new world order?

Is it truly the end of the United States led world order? A report, primarily supported and sponsored by the  U.S. Army’s Strategic Plans and Policy Directorate, the Office of the Deputy Secretary of Defense for Strategy and Force Development has concluded what many political scientist have been predicting in the last ten years; the United States led international order established after World War II … Continue reading Will we grab a slice of the new world order?

Thanh Binh Pham
Opinion

More than spring cleaning

There is nothing that heightens one’s nostalgia for spring weather quite like a snowstorm in the middle of April. The sun is shining, days are longer, birds are chirping and… there’s snow as far as the eye can see. Most Minnesotans are familiar with this kind of inconsistent spring weather, even though I’m pretty sure it’s been awhile since a snowstorm this big has hit … Continue reading More than spring cleaning

Thanh Binh Pham
Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor (4/20/2018)

Gustavus Adolphus College has wasted our money and lost my respect: it selected the band 3OH!3 to perform at the bi-yearly spring concert (May 4, 2018). My understanding is that the college chooses the bands to perform based on the values that Gustavus stands for. Then why would Gustavus invite 3OH!3 to perform here? While a student at Gustavus, I have witnessed the college standing … Continue reading Letter to the Editor (4/20/2018)

Thanh Binh Pham
Opinion

The world shouldn’t be a boys club

The average woman can expect to lose out on nearly $500,000 in the time of her career. “According to new study of Census Bureau data from the National Women’s Law Center, the average woman will make $430,480 less than her male counterpart over the course of 40 years of work. For African American women, that gap grows to $877,480, while for Latinas, it adds up … Continue reading The world shouldn’t be a boys club

Thanh Binh Pham
News

Christ Chapel to host sixth annual Faith Conference : Conference plans to focus on authentic engagement with the world

This upcoming Saturday, April 20, Christ Chapel will host the 6th annual Gustavus Faith Conference. Titled “Doubt and Difference: Finding Faith Through Authentic Engagement,” the conference will focus on the importance of authentic engagement with the world. It will center around a cornerstone of a vibrant faith which serves to weather life’s trials and tribulations. The conference grew out of the annual business meeting of … Continue reading Christ Chapel to host sixth annual Faith Conference : Conference plans to focus on authentic engagement with the world

Thanh Binh Pham
Campus safety report

Campus Safety Report (4/20/18)

Monday, April 09 Residential Life staff responded to a possible policy violation in Norelius Hall. Tuesday, April 10 Campus Safety responded to a medical assist in Southwest Hall. One student was transported to the hospital. Thursday, April 12 Campus Safety responded to Southwest Hall for a welfare check. Saturday, April 14 Campus Safety and Residential Life responded to an odor of marijuana in Pittman Hall. … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (4/20/18)

Thanh Binh Pham
News

Womyn’s Awareness Center and Alpha Sigma Tau ready to “Take Back The Night”

Take Back the Night is coming back. This event is sponsored by the Womyn’s Awareness Center and Alpha Sigma Tau Sorority. “TBTN is about the power of speaking out,” according to Gustavus alumni Kerrie Humble ‘17. The Take Back the Night events include speakers and activities that “help survivors know they’re not alone, and that [sexual violence] will not be tolerated or left to go … Continue reading Womyn’s Awareness Center and Alpha Sigma Tau ready to “Take Back The Night”

Thanh Binh Pham
News

OLAS plans Latinx Week events

Next week, Gustavus will be hosting Latinx Week. OLAS, a student-run organization on campus, will be putting on events in order to promote and provide education on Latin culture. The group’s mission is to inform students about Latin culture and to promote an accepting learning environment. “The purpose of OLAS is to raise awareness and appreciation of Latin Culture and social issues through grassroots movement … Continue reading OLAS plans Latinx Week events

Thanh Binh Pham