Staff Writer- Amelia Dewberry On the corner of campus by the soccer fields, Big Hill Farm is Gustavus’ one-acre, student-run microfarm. Students make all the decisions about what to plant and how to plant it, ultimately selling produce back to Dining Services, where it makes its way to students’ plates. This fall, the farm team is busy working on crop harvesting, bed prep for fall, … Continue reading Farm to Table: All About Big Hill Farm
Staff Writer- Amelia Dewberry For many junior and senior Gusties, the opportunity to live in an apartment or ILS house is a coveted upgrade from dorm living because they offer a kitchen and more space to spread out. However, the new living situation also means the loss of a meal plan for most. Junior roommates Veronica Wahman, Mackenzie Murphy, and Emily Dehn reflected on their … Continue reading Living in an ILS house
Staff Writer- Alex Ogle This week’s Gustie of the Week is Gustavus President John Volin. As President, Volin represents Gustavus and its values, organizes funding, fundraising, and strategy plans, and makes sure that the entirety of the Gustavus institution runs smoothly. President Volin arrived on The Hill this past August, alongside his partner Valeria and their dog Sophia, after years of working in various collegiate-level … Continue reading GoW: John Volin
Staff Writer- Emily Heins Beginning in September, the City of Saint Peter will launch its own Sustainability Task Force. The group is designed to be community-driven and action-oriented, bringing together local officials and representatives from fields such as education, healthcare, government, and energy conservation. Members will work collaboratively with organizations to create a more sustainable and resilient community. The 12-member committee, approved by the City … Continue reading St. Peter Launches its own Sustainability Task Force
Staff Writer- Amelia Dewberry In July, I returned from the most dynamic few months of my life. Instead of experiencing the constant energy of a bustling, tourist-filled city like Barcelona, my study abroad brought me somewhere smaller and tightly-knit. Nestled in the heart of the Black Forest, I lived in the medieval university town of Freiburg, Germany.Freiburg is globally recognized as one of the most … Continue reading Tales from Abroad: Amelia Dewberry
Variety Editor and Interim Editor in Chief- Colleen Coleman Established in 1891, The Gustavian Weekly is an independent news source run by students. It provides the campus community with unbiased, relevant, and important information regarding the student, faculty, and staff body of Gustavus Adolphus College, through weekly publications. The Weekly aims to remain an independent news source that maintains journalistic integrity. The Gustavian Weekly is … Continue reading So, What is the Weekly?
Staff Writer- Alex Ogle This week’s Gusties of the Week are partners Ben and Alicia Hilding. The Hildings currently share the positions of Dean of Christ Chapel and Chaplain of the College, where they provide spiritual support, preside over worship services, and facilitate spiritual growth opportunities for everyone within the Gustavus community. Both of the Hildings are Gustie alumni, with Ben holding a B.A. in … Continue reading GoW: Ben and Alicia Hilding
Colleen Coleman- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Mel Pardock, a Senior Political Science and Japanese Studies double major, with a minor in Theatre, from Des Moines, IA. Having served as the Weekly’s very own Editor in Chief for the past two years, Pardock is also President of Gustavus Model United Nations, Peer Advisor in the Center for International and Cultural Education, is a … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Mel Pardock
Jenna Anderson- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Senior Marcus Nguyen. Nguyen is a Japanese Studies and Philosophy double major with a Political Science and Sports Management double minor. He was a swimmer for all four years and plays the viola in the Gustavus Symphony Orchestra, or GSO. Coming into Gustavus, Nguyen knew that he wanted to be involved in an Asian Studies or … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Marcus Nguyen
Jenna Anderson- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Mark Hanson ‘83, Recreation Program Coordinator. Hanson has a BA in Environmental Studies from Gustavus, and an MA in Experiential Education from Mankato State University. He coached the Men’s Basketball team for 36 years and has previously served as a mentor and advisor for the Title IX office. Outside of Gustavus, he enjoys fly-fishing, canoeing, birding, … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Mark Hanson
