Batman v Superman: Dawn of hopefully something better

For this week’s movie review, things are going to be a little different. Rather than review the campus movie, I’ll be taking a look at one of the most anticipated films this year that will likely continue to top the box office for the next couple of weeks. Over 75 years since their introduction to the world of DC Comics, Batman and Superman have finally … Continue reading Batman v Superman: Dawn of hopefully something better

Gustavus Wind Orchestra shares passion for music during spring concert tour

While some Gusties were spending their spring breaks binge watching Netflix or soaking up the sun on coastal beaches, the musicians of the Gustavus Wind Orchestra (GWO) were spreading their passion for music. Gustavus Wind Orchestra has been touring the country and the world annually since 1881 and the tradition is as strong as ever as the orchestra maintains its standards of excellence and reaches … Continue reading Gustavus Wind Orchestra shares passion for music during spring concert tour

Don’t bet on it. Student-athletes and sports wagering

March Madness has arrived, and as most of the nation scrambles to fill out their perfect bracket, a certain group of people has to exercise caution while doing so, NCAA student-athletes. Anytime a student-athlete, competing in any division of the NCAA, is at risk to lose anything for a chance to win money off of a sport competition, collegiate or professional, they are in violation … Continue reading Don’t bet on it. Student-athletes and sports wagering

Batter up! New Baseball coaching staff creates a buzz.

Since this time last year, the Gustavus Baseball program has gone through some major changes. Multiple new coaches, including a new head coach, Brad Baker ‘80. With these changes comes a hope to build the Gustavus Baseball team into a successful and competitive program. “I feel blessed to be back on campus and hopefully the guys are as excited about the experience as I am. … Continue reading Batter up! New Baseball coaching staff creates a buzz.

Track and Field moves outdoors: But not before some historic individual performances

The Gustavus Men’s and Women’s Track & Field teams recently concluded their indoor winter seasons. Though they did not claim a conference title (which was awarded to St. Thomas), they sent two throwers to the NCAA tournament. One of whom was Senior Sarah Swanson, who also took home the MIAC Women’s Indoor Field athlete of the year award. To start out the season, the Gusties … Continue reading Track and Field moves outdoors: But not before some historic individual performances

Underage Voting

In 1971, the United States Senate voted in favor of the proposed amendment to lower voting age to 18. In just over two months, which happened to be the shortest period of time for any amendment in U.S. history, the necessary state legislatures ratified the 26th Amendment, and President Nixon signed it into law that July. During World War II President Roosevelt lowered the minimum … Continue reading Underage Voting

A Broken Foster System

Everyday, there are countless children who end up on the streets of America. Many are considered runaways, while others simply suffer from very unfortunate circumstances. Half of these children are by themselves, and the others with parents or a guardian of some kind. Those without adults are runaways or orphans, but in either case, they are in the foster system, meaning the state government has … Continue reading A Broken Foster System

Gustavus hosts 2nd annual Chinese Tea Ceremony

Gustavus is a college that desires to get students, staff, and the St. Peter community involved with events on campus, especially with events that promote diversity and opportunities to learn about different cultures. Last Friday, the Pan​Afrikan Student Organization (PASO) hosted African Night to promote African culture at Gustavus. The Department of Literatures, Languages & Cultures, along with Global China Connection are aiming to do … Continue reading Gustavus hosts 2nd annual Chinese Tea Ceremony