Selamat Pagi! This past spring semester, ten Gusties, including myself, were met with this Malay morning greeting as part of our Semester in Malaysia: Living Diversity study abroad program. No matter where you go in Malaysia, locals will greet you with the warmth typically reserved only for morning greetings. Hospitality is Malaysia’s specialty, as is food. I had the good fortune to eat a lot … Continue reading Tales from Abroad – Carl Cusack
As the school year starts, a number of social fraternities and sororities are preparing for fall recruitment, welcoming those who want to “Go Greek.” Fraternities and sororities allow students to gain skills in management, take part in a number of social activities, and potentially make friends that can last a lifetime, while promoting the values of leadership, scholarship, and service. If one were looking for … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Sean O’Connell
A Peer Assistant is a link between student and faculty, serving as a listening ear for what’s going on at campus. They promote awareness to issues regarding healthy lifestyles. One woman who embodies all the qualities one should find in a Peer Assistant is Anna Batz. Anna is a junior Psychology major with a minor in Music. Aside from working two years as a Peer Assistant, … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Anna Batz
The Gustavus Theater and Dance Department present their last production of the season Next Best Steps: The Gustavus Dance Company in Concert on May 13 and 14 at 8p.m. and May 15 at 2p.m. Senior Dance with Honors major Laura Johnson, who received the Distinguished Dance Student Award for this year, is heavily involved in the dance department and the upcoming show. “I think the … Continue reading Gustavus Dance Company presents “Next Best Steps”
The summer of 2016 and the third phase of the highly successful Marvel Cinematic Universe kick-offed with this highly anticipated super hero brawl. While the studio’s taken concepts that have been far more risky, that doesn’t mean the build up to their latest release wasn’t devoid of skepticism. After the disappointing release of Batman v. Superman and the oversaturation of superheroes on the big screen … Continue reading Marvel kicks off summer with Captain America: Civil War
Epoch, the 2016 Senior Art Majors Exhibition had its grand opening this past Saturday at the Hilstrom Museum of Art. Gustavus Seniors Haley Bell, Mia Cannon, Leah Creger, Anna Franke, Rachel Gunderson, Helena Johnson, Emily Leslie, Andrew Paul, Lauren Schiltz, Griffin Spier, and Jessica Williams all produced works that are currently on display in this exhibition. From oil and acrylic painting, charcoal and ink drawing, … Continue reading Hilstrom showcases artwork of Gustie Seniors
If you ask her students what they appreciate most about Professor Sun Hee Lee of the English department, it’s that she truly cares about each of her students individual success. Students spoke of her approachability, calm and down-to-earth demeanor, and flexibility as contributing to her success as a teacher. “I think Sun Hee’s greatest strength as a teacher is her attention to each student’s individual … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Sun Hee Lee
¡Ven a la fiesta! The editorial board of El Tintero invites all members of the Gustavus community to their launch party taking place Tuesday, May 10 at 6 p.m. on the first floor of Confer and Vickner Halls. This is the fourth annual publication of El Tintero. Assistant Professor Angelique Dwyer has been involved with El Tintero since she pieced together the first volume as … Continue reading El Tintero launches fourth annual Spanish literary journal
On May 10, Gustavus is hosting Lea DeLaria of Orange is the New Black to speak on issues of political correctness in the queer community. The effort to bring her talk titled “Lea DeLaria: A Man for All Seasons”was spearheaded by Junior Gabe Grosshuesch who rounded up organizations and departments from across campus to join together in cosponsoring this event. These organizations include Queers and … Continue reading Orange is the New Black star Lea DeLaria visits Gustavus
