Category: Features
The Unpaid Internship Debate
By the time summer rolls around, many students have both paid and unpaid internships lined up. Internships offer an opportunity for students to learn about the field they plan to work in and decide if it’s for them. However, with a federal judge’s ruling in New York last June saying that Fox Searchlight Pictures violated federal minimum wage and overtime laws by not paying interns … Continue reading The Unpaid Internship Debate
Gustavus Traditions
The Gustie Greeters’ cheers resonate across campus and it’s clear the first-years have arrived. They’ll learn many new things and meet many new people, but some things will stick with these new students longer than a few semesters. The traditions that students pass on from generation to generation help define students’ lives at Gustavus, and it’s what they’ll remember long after they walk across the … Continue reading Gustavus Traditions
Senior Snapshots: Gusties’ Favorite Memories
Cristian Raether “This picture was taken when I was in Atqasuk, Alaska for the nursing program. It was Halloween night and some people at the health clinic where I was working were painting their faces for the holiday and asked if I wanted to join. My costume for Halloween was a zombie nursing student and took the picture as the sun was setting beyond the … Continue reading Senior Snapshots: Gusties’ Favorite Memories
A Year in Photos: Looking back at 2012-13
Center For Student Leadership: Looking Ahead to 2013-14
The Center for Servant Leadership at Gustavus is offering many volunteer opportunities for students for the 2013-2014 school year. With 45 coordinators, the center houses four main areas of volunteer opportunities. More than half of Gustavus students are actively involved in at least one CSL group. Outreach (Church Relations and Community Engagement) With a mission to strengthen the presence of the Church at Gustavus and the … Continue reading Center For Student Leadership: Looking Ahead to 2013-14
Relay For Life 2013
Gusties tell stories behind why they relay Relay For Life is a fun-filled overnight event designed to celebrate survivorship and raise money for research and programs of your American Cancer Society. During the event, teams of people gather at schools, fairgrounds, or parks and take turns walking or running laps. Each team tries to keep at least one member on the track at all times. … Continue reading Relay For Life 2013
Gender-Neutral Housing: Future Residential Life option at Gustavus?
As the housing and room-draw process approaches, there has been an on-going push for the addition of gender neutral housing into Gustavus’ Residental Life housing options. Gender-neutral housing is a style in which gender is not considered as a characteristic of housing. It has recently become a topic of discussion for both Student Senate and the Gustavus community. Gender-neutral housing may sound deceiving, as the … Continue reading Gender-Neutral Housing: Future Residential Life option at Gustavus?
Media Worth Watching in 2013
Top websites for getting your daily dose A common landing place on stumbleupon under the humor section, cracked.com is known for its satirical and hilarious articles that span from subjects like ‘weird world’ and history ‘shocking facts’; these articles will do more than just cure your boredom. Our previous calendar editor and graduated Gustie James Freetly has even written articles for this site. … Continue reading Media Worth Watching in 2013
Gusties of the Week: Where Are They Now?
Kelsey Swanson ‘12 My time at Gustavus has proved to be such a vital and impactful part of my life after college. First and foremost, my dedication to academic excellence taught me a lot about hard work and the importance of high achievement. Outside of the classroom, my involvement in Greek Life, Women in Business Leadership, on-campus internships, and serving on a campus wide task … Continue reading Gusties of the Week: Where Are They Now?