While many people are streaming Game of Thrones, Doctor Who, or catching up on The Walking Dead, the upcoming fall season on TV has a lot of shows people might not want to miss. Whether new, returning, or ending, there’s plenty of dramas, comedies, and investigations to go around with what networks like ABC, CBS, NBC, FOX, and the CW are offering. The popular comedies … Continue reading T.V. Crossovers and Conclusions
Danes like to joke that they are born with a bike between their legs, and I must admit, the caricature holds some truth. In fact, there are more bikes than inhabitants in København, Denmark and over 50 percent of the population uses a bike during their daily commute, including me. My day begins in the countryside town of Farum; breakfast with my host sister and … Continue reading Tales from Abroad: Adventures in the Land of 10,000 Bikes.
Aside from a few hiccups like The Green Hornet, Guilt Trip, and angering the North Korean government, Seth Rogen’s on a pretty solid roll in the last couple of years. He’s shown talent as an actor in dramas and comedies, provided voice work for Dreamworks films, and has shown he can write with Superbad and Pineapple Express. If Superbad helped boost the comedic reputations of … Continue reading Efron is the new comedian on the block
The Emmys statuette, a winged woman holding an atom, recognizes excellence in the industry of television. The 2014 Primetime Emmy Awards ceremony was held on Monday, Aug. 25 at the Nokia Theatre in Los Angeles, California. The 66th annual ceremony was held to honor the best in U.S. primetime television programming from June 1, 2013 through May 31, 2014. The show was broadcast by NBC … Continue reading Breaking Bad, Modern Family Win Big at 2014 Emmys
What started with the following of a dysfunctional, working-class family slowly became a show about a town filled with hilarious four fingered characters. Over the past 25 years, The Simpsons has been a critical part in pop culture, going beyond just a television show to movie, comic book series, albums, video games, toys, and apparel. Last year FX’s sister channel FXX announced that they had … Continue reading Quarter century later- Looking back at The Simpsons
After transferring to Gustavus during January Interm Experience of her sophomore year, now Senior Maggie Kennedy felt she had flown mostly under the radar. Those who have met her would disagree, believing t her genuine personality and passion are difficult to miss. “There is much to admire when it comes to Maggie’s personality and character. Some people might be hesitant toward being themselves, but Maggie … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK – Maggie Kennedy
It’s difficult to generate excitement for a reboot of a movie franchise. With examples like Spider-man, Superman, Robocop, and The Ninja Turtles, the producer is tasked with not only making a great film, but improving what was previously created. The new Godzilla film, however, had no problem building hype. The iconic Kaiju has impacted moviegoers and appeared in Japanese films since the 1950s. The first … Continue reading Godzilla fights for an audience
After coming to the United States in 2008 from Cape Town, South Africa, Senior Psychology Major Neo Mpunga was introduced to Gustavus by his host mother. His host mother’s grandfather was O.J. Johnson, a former Gustavus president in 1913. Immediately when Mpunga came for a tour he noticed the sense of community. “Gustavus is a great size. Not a big college. Not a small college.” … Continue reading Tales from Abroad: A journey from Cape Town, South Africa.
Four years ago, while away from his California home, playing junior hockey in Wisconsin, Nate Paulsen was encouraged by a teammate to visit the small St. Peter Campus.Upon seeing Gustavus, Nate’s plans immediately changed. “I looked up The Hill and instantly knew this was where I was going,” Nate said. The Senior International Management Major now describes himself as a “stereotypical Gustie.” Nate is deeply … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: Nate Paulsen
Next Friday, May 16, Africa Jam will take place. Featured will be the beats of Carnage the Executioner, a hip-hop artist and award-winning beat boxer; Karizma, an up-and-coming rapper from New Prague; Concept from Minneapolis; John Kerns and the Hemispheres, a rock band based out of Minneapolis featuring Gustie John Kerms, and Jessie Erickson, another Gustie with an abundance of musical talent. What makes this … Continue reading Africa Jam hosts Carnage the Executioner
