The first annual Matthias Wahlstrom Lecture was given by Deborah Goodwin on Friday, April 14. The topic was on liberal arts education for the 21st century specifically looking at Liberal Arts and Class Warfare. Associate Provost and Dean of Arts and Humanities Paula O’Loughlin has been working on getting this lecture started for the past two years, and recently received the funds from an anonymous … Continue reading Goodwin kicks off first Matthias Wahlstrom Lecture

The theme of Gustavus Adolphus College’s 35th annual MAYDAY! is “The War Within: Can the Soldier Be at Peace?” According to Associate Professor in Political Science, Environmental Studies, Japanese Studies, and Peace Studies Richard Leitch, the theme of this year’s conference was chosen because of the importance of understanding the obstacles that soldiers confront. This means asking questions about how we as a community can … Continue reading MAYDAY! Conference addresses ‘The War Within’ veterans

The TEDxGustavusAdolphusCollege talks took place Saturday, April 18 in Wallenberg Auditorium, offering differing perspectives and ideas on leadership from nine different speakers. The theme of the event was “Leading the Way Forward: Being, Seeing, Doing;” its focus was on leadership and what that means from various perspectives. Director for Leadership and Community-Based Service Dave Newell led the planning and organizing of the event. “The title … Continue reading TEDx Conference brings speakers on leadership

Sustainability movements have been a frequent topic of discussion this year, and the discussion continues with several upcoming events, Earth Week and Justice, Faith, and Climate Change conversation. Several groups are combining for for Earth Week. The week takes place beginning Monday, April 20 and ending April 25. Earth Week is put on by the Arboretum staff in collaboration with the Gustavus Greens and the … Continue reading Sustainability movements connect for change

Gusties join communities around the world as they plan to gather on Saturday April 17 for the annual Relay for Life event. Over five hundred students will fill the Lund Arena to support the fight against cancer. From 6 p.m. to 6 a.m., Gusties will forgo sleep as they come together to celebrate the numerous lives impacted by cancer. “Relay For Life unifies the campus: … Continue reading ‘Relay for Life’ unites Gusties in the fight against cancer

The UN’s recent decision to publicly back fossil fuel divestment is highly controversial. Many nations inside of the UN rely heavily on coal, oil and gas to support their economies. The backing of this divestment campaign attempts to persuade investors to sell their shares of fossil fuel company assets. The UN framework convention on climate change spokesman was quoted in a recent Guardian article stating, … Continue reading United Nations Supports Fossil Fuel Divestment

Many Gustavus athletes and students are familiar with the Athletic Training facilities and services offered on campus. However, for those who may not be as knowledgeable about the role of athletic trainers, the National Athletic Trainers’ Association promotes National Athletic Training Month every March. As in past years, the athletic trainers on campus are participating in the National Athletic Training Month with a series of … Continue reading Athletic Training Department puts on annual food drive