Staff Writer- Evangelyn Hill October 31st: a day that children nationwide have been looking forward to all year. A day of costumed and sugar-fueled shenanigans. It’s a day so special that even such mature and grown-up people as college students deign to join in the chaos. I succumbed to the temptation myself–I’m writing this article with a Kit-Kat in hand. Gustavus students should keep two … Continue reading “Halloweekend” is Among Us: How to Stay Safe and Have Fun

Staff Writer- August von Seth Since Oct. 1st, the United States federal government has been in a state of shutdown, meaning that functions deemed ‘non-essential’ have been suspended until further notice. Until congressional representatives come to an agreement on a funding bill, only ‘essential’ services operated by the federal government may proceed. Higher education funding is not among them. In a written statement, Political Science … Continue reading Gustavus Navigates Government Shutdown: Continuing “Business as Usual”

Staff Writer- Evangelyn Hill In our rapidly changing world, AI is becoming more and more of a concern for students and teachers alike, sparking difficult-to-answer questions. When is AI use acceptable? What are the limits of what it can do effectively? What about ethical concerns around AI? College campuses are understandably struggling to keep up with the shifting landscape of AI. Like teachers across the … Continue reading Gustavus Faculty Speaks on AI Challenges

Staff Writer- Linnea Noeldner Beginning at 11:30 a.m. on Oct. 16th, 2025, the Athletic Training department will be hosting both in-person and online open houses for students to learn more about the field of athletic training and all the aspects that go into it. Following the first open house in October, there will be other sessions scheduled throughout the year for students to attend, which … Continue reading Athletic Training Open House

Staff Writer- Evangelyn Hill A college professor’s most obvious job is, of course, teaching. And many students only see this side of their professors. But college professors are often at the forefront of research: creating their own studies, writing papers, and/or presenting at conferences. Of course, Gustavus professors are no exception.A series of events called Faculty Shop Talks allows Gustie professors to present their explorations … Continue reading Faculty Shop Talk with Dr. Lucie Holmgreen

Staff Writer- Ethan LaLumiere Many families will arrive in St. Peter for the first time since move-in day for the annual Gustavus tradition of Family Weekend. It’s a chance for families to see each other for a weekend, which isn’t otherwise accessible to some students. The college plans events for the weekend on all three days for families to enjoy. Friday kicks off the weekend … Continue reading Family Weekend Returns for 2025

Staff Writer- August Von Seth On Monday, Oct. 6th, Gustavus welcomes this year’s Nobel Conference speakers to campus. The annual scientific forum features lectures and panel discussions taking place in Christ Chapel. The theme for 2025 is sugar and the different ways scientists understand it. One of the speakers is Dr. Nicole Avena, Associate Professor of Neuroscience at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and … Continue reading Nobel Speaker: Overconsumption of Sugar is a Mental Health Condition

Staff Writer- Linnea Noeldner Beginning at 6 p.m. on Sept. 29th, 2025, in the Evelyn Young Dining Room, Gustavus’s Homecoming week will commence. Organized by the Campus Activities Board, this weeklong series of events highlights Gustie pride, inclusion, and community. The traditional Homecoming is a celebration of returning students, incoming freshmen, and Gustavus alumni, and brings the different classes together. The theme of the 2025 … Continue reading Homecoming Lights up the Hill

Staff Writer- August Von Seth On Oct. 7th and 8th, students, faculty, and members of the public are invited to attend this year’s Nobel Conference, an annual scientific forum featuring lectures and panel discussions taking place in Christ Chapel. The theme for 2025 is sugar and the different ways scientists understand it. A total of seven speakers will be visiting, all representing various areas of … Continue reading Nobel Speaker Advocates for Sugar Tax

Staff Writer- Evangelyn Hill This Saturday, three Gustavus music department faculty will gather to perform a recital, titled Faculty Pot-pourri. The recital is free and open to the public, but the primary audience is Gustavus students.The performance will take place in Jussi Björling Recital Hall on Saturday, September 27th. The recital will also be livestreamed on the Gustavus Music Department’s YouTube channel. Yumiko Oshima-Ryan, a professor, … Continue reading Faculty Pot-Pourri: Professors Love to Play Too