Infamous Stanford Prison Experiment still shocks

Psychological experiments have the potential to make for compelling stories whether it’d be in a book or on the big screen. Discovering the scientific properties of something is one thing, but two of the more important aspects of storytelling on film are the actors and the characters they represent. This is why experiments based on psychology have a good chance to make for a great … Continue reading Infamous Stanford Prison Experiment still shocks

Gustie of the Week

Traveling from his home in Burundi, Africa, Sophomore Hubert-Christian Ngabirano joined the Gustavus community spring semester of last year. For any student, let alone an international one, joining half way through the school year when social circles have already been formed and counterparts already transitioned into school can be a daunting experience, but Hubert hasn’t let that challenge faze him at all. “Whenever I see … Continue reading Gustie of the Week

GAC Handbells

Gustavus Adolphus College is known for many of its musical groups. But a lesser known ensemble has been gaining recognition: the Gustavus Handbells. Handbells are commonly used in church music and were introduced at Gustavus in the mid-1990s to help develop the church music program. Previously made up of two different ensembles, this year the group will expand to three ensembles. Any student, whether they … Continue reading GAC Handbells

Fall Shows Worth Binge-Watching

With September passing through the midway point, television networks are preparing their shows to win over viewers. Plenty of 2014 shows went through the gauntlet to prove themselves worthy of another season, but there were some that didn’t prove successful enough to continue, whether critically or financially. Here’s a rundown of shows I think may be worth your television time this fall. While DC Comics … Continue reading Fall Shows Worth Binge-Watching

Gusties Audition to Join Competition Dance

While everything on campus was winding down after the first day of school, the Gustavus Dance Team was just getting started. Tryouts for the performance team began at 8 p.m. and the team’s season was officially underway. Seven new additions were added after Tuesday’s tryouts, bringing the team’s roster up to eighteen dancers. These new dancers joined a dynamic team with strong leadership, immense talent, … Continue reading Gusties Audition to Join Competition Dance

The Jurassic Park sequel is fun but flawed

In 1993, director Stephen Spielberg and science-fiction author Michael Crichton were responsible for one of the most influential cinematic experiences ever put on the big screen, Jurassic Park. Using a balanced combination of practical effects and CGI that still looks good by today’s standards, the filmmakers were able to bring dinosaurs back to life in a way that no one had ever seen before and … Continue reading The Jurassic Park sequel is fun but flawed

The good, the bad, and the underrated

After hours of buying overpriced tickets and stuffing my face with popcorn this summer, I’ve decided what summer movie reigns superior, what movie isn’t worth renting, and what movie didn’t get the credit it deserved. Mad Max Fury Road marked the triumphant return of director George Miller to the Mad Max franchise after 30 years. Now, Tom Hardy takes on Mel Gibson’s role of a … Continue reading The good, the bad, and the underrated