The Gustavus men’s swim team is kicking off their season with a meet against Saint Olaf College in Northfield, Minn. on Friday, Nov. 9. “They’ve been swimming for a month, and it is time to race. They are all very excited. Saint Olaf will be tough, but I think we have improved quite a bit. It is going to be some good racing,” Head Coach … Continue reading Men’s Swimming: a preview of success
This Saturday’s football game, against Concordia College marks the last game in a Gustavus uniform for the team’s 15 senior players. The Gustavus football team started out strong, winning its season opener against Simpson College 35-26. After some close losses to Augsburg and St. Olaf, the football team rebounded to take a commanding 37-0 victory over Hamline University. Sitting at an even 2-2 record going … Continue reading Seniors provide heartbeat of the Football team
While you read this article, do me a favor. Stand up. Although most students associate eating junk food and lack of exercise with poor health, extended periods of sitting are just as detrimental. According to Alexandra Sifferlin’s article, “Why Prolonged Sitting is Bad for Your Health,” adults who sit for 11 or more hours per day have a 40 percent increased risk of dying in … Continue reading Please stand up while reading
Αlpha Sigma Tau to support Sobczak family As an excellent hockey goalie, dedicated student, involved Gustie, and good friend to many, Marah Sobczak exemplifies the traits of a young woman with a bright future ahead of her. This past August, her plans were abruptly interrupted by a severe car crash in which Sobczak and her sister were hit head-on, requiring numerous surgeries and time to … Continue reading Women’s Hockey teams up with…
The Gustavus Men’s soccer team defeated Macalester on Saturday Oct. 27, earning the first Gustavus conference title since 2007 with a score of 1-0. The team finished off the 2012 regular season with an overall record of 14-2-1, and 8-1-1 in the MIAC. Senior captain Jackson Zoellner sent the ball to the box from thirty yards out, causing the ball to bounce from Macalester’s keeper’s … Continue reading Men’s Soccer earns Conference title
…on topic of same-sex marriage In September, Minnesota Vikings punter Chris Kluwe created quite a stir when he wrote an expletive-laden letter to Maryland Delegate Emmett C. Burns, Jr. The letter expressed Kluwe’s anger at Burns for writing a letter to the Baltimore Ravens ownership demanding that they silence linebacker Brendon Ayanbadejo who has been an outspoken marriage equality advocate. In his letter to Burns, … Continue reading Vikings punter speaks out…
…leads to new soccer scoreboard By the start of the soccer season this year, Gustavus had erected a sorely needed new LED scoreboard for the field. Playing with a dim scoreboard had been difficult for both the teams and spectators, especially when neither the score nor the time clock could be seen past a 45 degree angle. Both of these being essential elements to following … Continue reading Public Discourse project…
Having déjà vu? If you are, I don’t blame you, as this is the fourth National Hockey League lockout over the past 19 years. The 2012 lockout began at 11:59 pm EDT on September 15, 2012 following the conclusion of the NHL’s collective bargaining agreement (CBA), less than a month prior to the scheduled beginning of the 2012–2013 NHL season. The owners declared a lockout … Continue reading No end in sight: NHL still locked out
…health benefits of coffee and tea Coffee and tea are the two foundational beverages I turn to besides water. Besides the aroma, comfort and jump-start you might get through a cup of tea or coffee, there are many incentives to drinking these beverages, including a number of health benefits from just a cup (or more) of either or both a day. The nicest thing about … Continue reading Beyond the caffeine:…
The Gustavus Adolphus football team began its season on a high note with a 35-26 win over Simpson College. This year is the first year since 2008 that the team has won their first game of the season. The second game was a 26-24 loss to Augsburg College. The team then played St. Olaf and lost with a score of 17-14. The football team received … Continue reading Ready for a Homecoming victory
