Just as four of his family members had before him, Chris Stewart made the decision to become a Gustie over three years ago. In fact, Chris was so sure of his desire to join the Gustavus community that it was the only school he applied to. As he arrived on campus on that late summer morning, Chris brought with him a passion not only for … Continue reading Christopher Stewart: Making a difference in education
As the school year goes on, the courses we take become more demanding, we become more involved in activities on campus and the projects and papers begin to pile up. Stress levels may rise and you may feel like you barely have time to breathe. A great stress reliever that tends to get overlooked is the Arboretum. The Gustavus community has used the Arboretum throughout … Continue reading Interpretive Center to host biannual Arboretum clean up
Aided by the Isabel Allende Foundation, Olga Sanchez built a bakery where mutilated migrants can work and raise money for prosthetics and medical treatments. In San Diego, a school started a campaign to raise money for Guatemalan women. Individuals have been compelled to act as well. They’ve sent money. They’ve sent clothing. They’ve sent gratitude and love and grace. These are only a few of … Continue reading Pulitzer Prize winner Sonia Nazario speaks at Gustavus
Evan Larkin, a Junior Philosophy and Russian Studies Major from Northfield, MN, has an interesting story about how he began his student career at Gustavus. Evan initially applied to Gustavus among several other private schools and he received a rejection letter. The rejection letter, surprisingly, is what made him want to come to Gustavus, and he was determined to be accepted. Evan’s plan was to … Continue reading Junior Evan Larkin: Strumming to a different tune
Sexual assault. It is a touchy topic, but it happens every day. According to the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs, there is one sexual assault every 83 minutes in Minnesota. There is one instance of sexual assault every two minutes in the United States. And it’s not only women who are being assaulted; the Minnesota Office of Justice Programs also reports that 12 percent of … Continue reading Gustie Tradition “Can I Kiss You?” continues for another year
As the 2009-2010 school year begins at Gustavus, so too does a new year of art at the Hillstrom Museum of Art, located in the lower level of the C. Charles Jackson Campus Center. The first three exhibitions are set to run from Sept. 14 to Nov. 8, 2009, and each brings its own unique theme and tone to the Hillstrom. The first of these … Continue reading New school year brings new exhibitions to the museum of art
I propose you see this movie, especially if you’re into romantic comedies, attractive people and the ever-fantastic Betty White. Even if you’re not into romantic comedies, two out of three isn’t too bad. The film stars Ryan Reynolds as Andrew Paxton, the assistant to the executive editor-in-chief of a book publishing company, Margaret Tate (Sandra Bullock). Bullock’s character is bossy, vicious and hated by all … Continue reading The Proposal: not just another romantic comedy
Senior Daniel Jackson began his college career three years ago with the desire to pursue an education that combined his passion for serving others and science. His passion led him to choose biochemistry as his major, with the intention of becoming a doctor. Daniel chose the pre-med field because he wanted to be able to establish relationships with those he helps. Relationships with others are … Continue reading Daniel Jackson: Changing lives around the world
Inglorious Basterds (dir. Quentin Tarantino) is a different variety of war film. It is historically inaccurate, and decidedly so. For Tarantino, film itself has and will always come first. Many of the events that take place in the film never happened in reality. Hence, it is best to think of the film as existing in Tarantino’s own fantasy film world, rather than being representative of … Continue reading Inglorious Basterds lives up to expectations
The words “motivational speaker” and “comedian” rarely cross paths in the world today. More often than not, a motivational speaker is associated with “steps-to-success” programs, lengthy seminars and overly excited, dare I say corny, spokespeople. Historically, such connotations would rarely be found comical or cause one to guffaw. However, history is about to change… “Regardless of if you choose to smoke, drink, or neither… Bellace … Continue reading Matt Bellace wants to get high
