Gustavus is stepping away from black and gold and taking a new spin on Homecoming 2013 with a ‘Nights of Neon’ theme. “The neon theme really is meant to put a new, exciting, and unique twist on a Gustavus tradition. It’s a unique twist on Homecoming, something we have never done before. CAB is always looking for new ways to spice things up. The ‘Nights … Continue reading Gustie spirit shines with “Nights of Neon” Homecoming
Gustavus Adolphus College has recently started composting organic waste on campus in another leap toward systematic sustainability. The composter was installed in late June between Big Hill Farm and Physical Plant. Measuring about 24 feet long and 8 feet wide, it has an augur that will mix food waste at one end that will shuffle the contents around. The building will store the compost as … Continue reading Close the Loop relay celebrates composting food waste
Last spring, Senior History Major Keenan Madson became the first student in Gustavus history to receive the opportunity to do an internship in China. The internship was going to allow Madson to work with historians and engineers at Chime-long Paradise, the largest amusement park in China. Located just north of Hong Kong in southern China, Chime-long Paradise, planned to host 13 American students to work … Continue reading Internship leaves student abandoned, but not discouraged
As it approaches its 19th year, the Building Bridges Conference has become a signature event on campus that addresses social justice matters on a global scale. The conference has been a rewarding opportunity for students to engage in meaningful dialogue with one another, as well as with experts in the field. The theme of this year’s Building Bridges Conference will focus on environmental justice. The … Continue reading 19th Building Bridges Conference topic: Environmental Justice
Greek organizations have been around Gustavus for over 100 years. To go Greek, is to join a sorority or fraternity bound together by brotherhood or sisterhood, common values, and aspirations.These students participate in social events, develop leadership skills, and make lifelong friends as members of sororities and fraternities. There are six sororities and five fraternities on campus, and almost one-fifth of the student body is … Continue reading Changes in Greek community
During a summer of campus renovations and shifts in faculty, Gustavus also welcomes a new Director of Campus Safety, Carol Brewer. Brewer, a native of Sioux Falls, South Dakota, had previously worked at Minnesota State University, Mankato for the past 20 years holding various positions in campus security. Most recently, she held the position of Assistant Director of Security for 13 years. She holds a … Continue reading New Director of Campus Safety arrives from MSU security
The preview to the 49th Nobel Conference will feature a lecture by Professor S. James Gates at 2:30 p.m. on Friday, Sept. 20 in Alumni Hall. Not only will Gates give his talk, “Symmetry and the Quincunx Nexus,” at Gustavus Adolphus College, but he will highlight the Nobel Conference in talks given at the Science Museum of Minnesota, Minnesota Public Radio, and St. Peter High … Continue reading 49th Nobel Conference preview speaker to address campus
In a quiet moment on a dark summer night, Minnesota Governor Mark Dayton ushered guests into Minneapolis City Hall. Hours later, Minneapolis Mayor R.T. Rybak and Reverend Dr. James Gertmenian made history as they officiated the first same-sex marriage in state history, while the crowd of over a thousand erupted into celebration and cries of joy. On a sweeping, white marble staircase of the Minneapolis, … Continue reading Alumna wed, first same-sex marriage in state
President Jack Ohle, the 16th president of Gustavus, announced his retirement after six years as president in an email to the Gustavus community on June 27, 2013 following a meeting of the Board of Trustees. Having entered into his position on July 1, 2008, he will retire at the end of his contract on June 30, 2014. President Ohle’s contributions to the College include landscaping … Continue reading Ohle to retire, Presidential search ensues
In response to student dissatisfaction with the escort route, Campus Safety has again altered the way students can safely travel around campus. Campus Safety Sergeant Mike English has been with Campus Safety for 14 years, and is changed with handling student employees. “Years ago, we had an escort program where students would call in for a ride. It would be backed up too much. People … Continue reading Campus Safety Rides
