The hidden cost of emails
Jonas Doerr – Staff Writer Gustavus students are very popular. At least, one would think so based on all the mail they get. Their inboxes are flooded with emails, which clearly makes it so they never feel lonely. If they ever get down, they can just open up a Monday Moment email and remember that President Bergman thought about them. But these emails are not just … Continue reading The hidden cost of emails
Magical realism
David Eide – Opinion Columnist I used to struggle to get into realistic fiction. It used to seem like such a pointless genre to me, after all, why would I want to read or watch people live completely standard lives when I’m already living one. I just didn’t see what they added to my life. My opinions have evolved a great deal since then and I … Continue reading Magical realism
Science is getting tired
Hailey Brune – Opinion Columnist The week before Easter there were protests across the world of frustrated scientists. I was shocked to hear so little about this since it was over 1,000 people in over 25 different countries. I’d heard it mentioned on TikTok and then I didn’t hear anything else about it. So I figured I’d do some digging into the subject and share. I … Continue reading Science is getting tired
Korinna Hylen – Guest Columnist I read the Fourth Crown from time to time. The headlines and preview paragraphs usually merit a giggle and occasionally an article link will be worth sharing. Last Friday I was sent a suspicious Instagram post from the Fourth Crown’s official account apologizing for their recent article which was “interpreted as being ableist towards members of the Gustavus community.” Naturally, I … Continue reading
10 Amazing Movies from 2021
Will Sorg 10. The Matrix: Resurrections: Easily one of the more polarizing films of this year, The Matrix: Resurrections is very much a love it or hate it kind of film. It is a bold refutation of franchise reboots and a genuinely heartfelt story on artistic fulfillment and a purely fantastic action film with some truly incredible moments. (VOD and on HBO Max on May … Continue reading 10 Amazing Movies from 2021
Softball takes tough losses
Alli Joerger – Staff Writer After a valiant effort from the Gustavus Women’s Softball team, the team unfortunately fell in both games into a double header, hosted in the MSU-Mankato dome against St. Catherine University. The final scores for the games were 1-6 and 0-6 respectively. Despite the loss in MIAC play, the Gusties are confident that they can achieve their goals of competing among the … Continue reading Softball takes tough losses
Men’s golf opens season with a win
Parker Burman – Staff Writer Playing in their first meet of the season this past weekend the Gustavus men’s golf team looked to start their spring off strong. Battling below freezing temperatures and strong winds, the Gusties did just that in the Bobby Krig Invitational at the New Prague Golf Club. Finishing with a combined score of 299 and 15 over par the Gustavus men were … Continue reading Men’s golf opens season with a win
Women’s tennis delivers a nail-biter
Allison Fajt – Staff Writer The women’s tennis team secured a crucial win this weekend against the previously undefeated Carleton Knights. It was a close match yet the Gusties scraped by winning 5-4. The victorious home match brought the Gustie’s season record to 15-6 and they are still undefeated 6-0 in the MIAC. “Our season as a team has really improved from the start, even the … Continue reading Women’s tennis delivers a nail-biter
Campus Safety Report (4/8/22)
Saturday, April 2, 2022 On Sunday, April 2, 2022, Campus Safety transported a student from Sohre Hall to River’s Edge. Sunday, April 3, 2022 On Sunday, April 3, 2022, Campus Safety, while on patrol, came across an intoxicated student sleeping in Rundstrom Hall. On Sunday, April 3, 2022, Campus Safety responded to behind Norelius Hall for a report of a possible stolen metal chicken. Tip … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (4/8/22)