Staff Writer- Emily Anderson Sequels. You either love them or you hate them.  There is something to be said about a continuing adventure. A picking up of a plot that was seemingly resolved in the first film, to add more depth, growth, and adventure. Being at the end of my sophomore year (what some would argue feels like a sequel), I feel as though I … Continue reading In Defense of Sequels

Staff Writer- August von Seth In 1986, U.S. President Ronald Reagan concocted a witticism that would go down in history: The nine most terrifying words in the English language are “I’m from the government, and I’m here to help.” Though it hadn’t passed through the lips of the president before that fateful news conference in Chicago, Illinois, any contemporary political observer worth their salt would … Continue reading House Parties Are Not the Freedom Students Deserve

Opinion Editor- Soph White Back in March, I made a YikYak post praying for some advice on how to quit caffeine. Unfortunately, I am lactose intolerant, hate tea, and think water has no flavor. All-in-all, I was bound to be cooked and got absolutely flamed on YikYak for it. All that being said, I managed to experience two weeks without caffeine, and after I got … Continue reading WAKE UP! Caffeine is Coming For Us All!

Staff Writer- Mary Athorp Artificial intelligence certainly inspires a lot of heated debates these days—especially in academia. Some people encourage its use as a tool, while others discourage its use entirely. Gustavus is no stranger to discussions about AI.  If we look back to the 2024-25 school year, there was a massive controversy regarding an AI software pitched by admissions that allowed prospective Gusties to … Continue reading AI in Your Inbox

Staff Writer- Bao Vu Does anyone else feel like March went by at 0.5x speed, but April feels like 2x, or is it just me? I still couldn’t believe there are only two weeks left. I guess, now, you’re probably swamped with assignments, exams, concerts, or recitals (because I am too!). Getting through these final weeks of the school year has never been easy. Burnout … Continue reading Gustie Guide to Getting Through the Next Few Weeks

Photography Editor- Soren Sackreiter What is the true meaning of Earth Day? Is it a time to recognize the work that we have done, or reckon with the work yet to be done? Consider the irony of a person driving their gas car to an Earth Day clean-up event next week, stopping on their way to get a coffee made from beans grown on displaced … Continue reading The True Meaning of Earth Day

Guest Writer- Will Prahl This past weekend, the renowned Gustavus Handbells ensembles, Christ Chapel Ringers, Gustavus Bronze and Gustavus Carillon, of which I am a part of, traveled all the way to Gaylord, MN for a performance at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church. The congregation welcomed all three handbell groups into their community lead by Pastor Scott Richards, famous for his love of handbell music. These … Continue reading Bell Choir is Legitimately Cool

Staff Writer- Emily Sustaita -pop is all over the place. Whether it is BTS, Blackpink, or Huntrix, you have most likely listened to a song of this genre at least once in your lifetime. But how familiar are you with it beyond global stars? It’s easy to get caught up in what is presented to you, assuming K-pop is limited to just those artists. However, … Continue reading The Best Female K-Pop Releases of 2026

Staff Writer- Mary Athorp The big news in my household this past week was that my parents bought a camper. It was pretty adorable, actually. My dad showed pictures of the “new toy” to practically everyone—he even got his phone out at Walmart to show some friends.  Let me be clear, I am very excited too. I jumped right in on conversations about all of … Continue reading The Perfect Summer for a Road Trip