Gustavus Places Less Traveled
Think you know where everything is on campus? Take a chance and guess where these places are— the answers might surprise you. Continue reading Gustavus Places Less Traveled
Category: Features
They went to Gustavus?
Hundreds of students graduate from Gustavus every year. These Gustavus graduates go on to hold a wide array of occupations, volunteer for a wide spectrum of organizations, and find their purpose in life in a variety of ways. Some of these alums even achieve state-wide or nation-wide fame. The timeline below illustrates some of the most famous people to once grace the halls of Gustavus … Continue reading They went to Gustavus?
The Gustavian Weekly Celebrates 95 Years
Printed student newspapers didn’t start at Gustavus until 1891,with the Annual Messenger appearing in May. Within a couple years, the name changed to Vox Collegii, then Heimdall, then Gustaviana before settling on Gustavus Adolphus Journal. The paper was published monthly and released over 2,000 copies in six years. The money made from selling the papers was given to the Campus Library. Until 1899, the papers … Continue reading The Gustavian Weekly Celebrates 95 Years
C’mon you Gusties!
What would a Gustie sporting event be without its cheering section? Fans have always been a key part of any Gustie sporting event, providing encouragement and celebration for every play of the game. “Having fans is a great advantage whenever we play. When other teams come to Gustavus, the fans definitely have an impact on the game. They bring extra energy and help us when … Continue reading C’mon you Gusties!
DIY: Caf Creations
As Gusties, we have been told many times that we have an amazing cafeteria. In January, Niche Rankings gave the Marketplace 4.4 out of 5, giving them a seventh place ranking nationally. Recently, the Caf was featured on a WCCO newscast that showcased St. Peter. The two news anchors, Amelia Santaniello and Mark Rosen, were able to explore the food options in the cafeteria and … Continue reading DIY: Caf Creations
Unique Gustie Traditions
Traditions are a large part of a Gustavus experience, from traying down Old Main Hill to taking pictures at the Gustavus Entrance sign to eating Frost Your Owns. The traditions we have adapted over the years are something that a majority of the campus population can participate in. However, there are also new traditions developing that have been created by different groups of current students … Continue reading Unique Gustie Traditions
Walking in a Gustie Wonderland
Snow has started to accumulate around The Hill and the temperature has started to drop, which means it’s time to either curl up in a warm room or make the trek outside to find something to do in the snow during December and January. There are a wide variety of activities to keep winter-lovers busy in the Mankato/Saint Peter area during the chilly months. The … Continue reading Walking in a Gustie Wonderland
Hungry and Homeless in Minnesota
You may have seen dozens of students on campus carrying around sleeping bags and cardboard boxes, and sleeping in hallways this past week. These students, combined with the cardboard signs hanging around campus with homelessness and hunger facts, are raising awareness about the current realities of homelessness and hunger in our country. These students are a part of Associate Professor in Political Science, Environmental Studies, … Continue reading Hungry and Homeless in Minnesota
Yik, Yak, Yuk?: Being anonymous gives students a sense of power that doesn’t always help the community
When students are asked “Why did you come to Gustavus?” a common response is “I loved the feeling of community.” It is one of our five core values clearly printed on a pillar in the Evelyn Young Dining Room. What happens when something on campus could be destroying that sense of community? Confession sites and mobile apps have become a popular trend within the last … Continue reading Yik, Yak, Yuk?: Being anonymous gives students a sense of power that doesn’t always help the community
Blast From the Past: A look at pop culture, politics, and Gustavus news from 10 years ago
While friends are posting throwback pictures, reminiscing on the past, we sometimes forget how fast time goes. In 2004, most current college students were in the prime of elementary school, sometimes unaware of the world around them. For example, while most elementary schoolers were learning ABCs and the layers of the Earth’s crust, Facebook was being launched at Harvard University and the Summer Olympics were … Continue reading Blast From the Past: A look at pop culture, politics, and Gustavus news from 10 years ago