Recently, the proposed idea of a “neutral-faith space” has come under attack. The point of a neutral-faith space is to have a place where non-Christians can worship and practice fellowship; a place where a cross, easily the most Christian symbol existent, is not the focal point of the building, both inside and out; a place where the name of the building does not clearly state … Continue reading Neutral-faith space
Every year at around this time, I am embarrassed to be a Gustie. Why? Because “Case Day” returns to campus like a stalking ex. Instead of writing yet another Gustavian article that masquerades as satire while giving this “tradition” oxygen, it is time to throw on it the cold vomit of scorn that it deserves. Yes, there are many great traditions at Gustavus of which … Continue reading Re: BEER. it’s what’s for breakfast … and lunch … and dinner
I was originally angry when I read The Weekly’s February 26 article about Case Day. Then I read the Mar. 5 clarification and thought that The Weekly might have a good point about the need to expose the binge drinking issues on campus. However, I reread the original article and realized that it is nothing but an unabashed glorification of college alcoholism in its finest … Continue reading Re: BEER. it’s what’s for breakfast … and lunch … and dinner
Dear generous stranger: Thank you for the 41 stripper cards you so kindly sent us in the POs out of the pack of 50 … we know you kept the 9 good ones … wink wink! We appreciate your thoughtfulness; it was an impressive collection. If you would like to retrieve the cards you are welcome to contact Campus Safety who confiscated them; we are … Continue reading Stripper cards
I am sure that this isn’t the only letter you have received that expresses incredulity at the front page of last week’s issue of The Weekly, but I certainly hope it will help in the discussions that will inevitably follow. I would first like to comment on the article itself. It was a very well-written article, it presented the phenomenon of Case Day from a … Continue reading Re: BEER. it’s what’s for breakfast … and lunch … and dinner
Although The Weekly has never been a highly professional news article, I have enjoyed feeling connected with my Gustavus community through its articles. However, the previous release of The Weekly took an unprofessional and unacceptable turn in splitting the community with their main article. Why are we writing articles about what is wrong in our community when we could be writing to bring our community … Continue reading Re: BEER. it’s what’s for breakfast … and lunch … and dinner
The Gustavian Weekly’s article picturing Machu Picchu gives comfort to Gustavus’ community, yet misses the larger story why our Gustavus Adolphus student were in Peru. Three years ago, Emily Zahrer, Alysha Thompson and Emily Tommerdahl recognized a J-term “service” opportunity to serve the poorest of the poor in Chimbote, Peru. Soon Professor Deb Pitton explored their findings and began challenging Gustavus Adolphus, now establishing Gustavus’ … Continue reading Service in Peru
Last time I checked, one of the core values of Gustavus is Justice. The article “Sexual assault reported on campus,” crushed that value to pieces. I am absolutely appalled that this article was published in the manner it was, and there is more than one reason for this. Reason number one: Jeff Stocco was interviewed before the hearing for the assailant in question was held. … Continue reading Re: Sexual assault reported on campus
I was pleased to see Annika Ferber’s informative article “New exhibit at Hillstrom Museum of Art shows familiar styles” in today’s issue of The Gustavian Weekly. The Weekly’s coverage of Museum exhibitions and programs is much appreciated. I would like to correct a small error in the article, however, in a quote attributed to me in the context of discussion of the liberal arts ideal. … Continue reading Re: New exhibit at Hillstrom Museum of Art shows familiar styles
It was just the other week that Gustavus reported three incidents of sexual assault, an issue that Gustavus takes very seriously. However, have we stopped to consider that sexual assault might only be a symptom of a larger problem and not a root issue? Dr. Patrick Fagan of the Family Research Council published an article that associates pornography viewing habits with an increased propensity to … Continue reading Internet policies and pornography
