Alli Joerger – Staff Writer In the midst of the densely packed final stretch of the season, the Gustavus Women’s Basketball team managed to rally after a slow start to a convincing victory over St. Scholastica on Senior Day, setting the team up for another victory over Hamline within three days. Defeating St. Scholastica and Hamline back to back marks a five game winning streak for … Continue reading Women’s basketball enters the final stretch
Allison Fajt – Staff Writer The Gustavus Men’s Tennis team started their season off right with a MIAC win against St. Olaf and a win against Bethany Lutheran. As well as experiencing some good competition against the University of North Dakota, the Gusties also defeated both the Oles and the Vikings 9-0 yet lost 1-6 against the Fighting Hawks. The team had to split up to … Continue reading Men’s tennis starts off strong
Brady Boie – Staff Writer The Gustavus Men’s Hockey team has been through a lot this year. Over the last month, the Gusties had lost three straight games and have dropped five of their last six matches. As one would expect, the Gusties were plenty motivated to change that when they hosted Hamline on Friday. Despite putting consistent offensive pressure on the Pipers in the opening minutes, … Continue reading Men’s hockey starts to heat up
Tuesday, February 1, 2022 Sherrif’s dispatch contacted Campus Safety for a medical in North Hall. Wednesday, February 2, 2022 Campus Safety responded to a medical assist in Sohre Hall and transported to River’s Edge Hospital for further evaluation. Saturday, February 5, 2022 Campus Safety was alerted to a fire alarm at the Adolphson House. Tuesday, February 8, 2022 Campus Safety received a theft report involving … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (2/11/22)
Kembra Smaby – Staff Writer As a campus community, Gustavus is committed to sustainability. Gustavus is affirming its commitment to sustainability and its recent decision to provide free composting bags to students is just a piece of this larger puzzle. The institution aims to have 90% of its solid waste, including that produced by students, either recycled or composted according to the Gustavus website. Gustavus is … Continue reading Gustavus rolls out new compost bags
Mel Pardock – Staff Writer It’s time to get political, Gusties. Student Senate elections take place Monday, February 28, but applications are due Monday, February 14. For this round of elections, many positions are on the ballot, including next years’ Co-Presidents, as well as representatives for the Class of 2023, and Sohre, Southwest International Center, Chapel View, Arbor View, and Prairie View residence halls. Student Senate … Continue reading Q & A with Co-President Ben Menke
Emma Esteb – Staff Writer The Center for Inclusive Excellence is providing an opportunity for intentional growth, creating meaningful connections, and reaching a population that enjoys reading. The Diving Deeper Book Club is starting up again this spring semester. The club focuses on relevant topics including social justice, intersectionality, identity, and diversity. The club will meet regularly throughout the semester to host group discussions about … Continue reading Words that matter: Diving Deeper Book Club
Korri Wojack – Staff Writer This week’s Gustie of the Week is James Patrick Miller, Professor of the Gustavus Wind Orchestra, or as most refer to them, GWO. The Gustavus Wind Orchestra is “one of the nation’s most storied collegiate touring wind ensembles, the Gustavus Wind Orchestra tours nationally each year, internationally every four years, and was selected to perform at the College Band Directors National … Continue reading GUSTIE of the WEEK: James Patrick Miller
Emma Kelsey – Staff Writer Gustavus Wind Orchestra, the most prestigious wind ensemble here at Gustavus, has had a lot to look forward to this year. Though they have faced disappointments, setbacks, and an unpredictable year, this group has continued to make music and thrive as an ensemble. This Saturday, February 12, the Gustavus Wind Orchestra (GWO) will be performing a home concert at Christ Chapel. … Continue reading Gustavus Wind Orchestra prepares for at-home concert
In searching for photos of Gus the lion, old photos of a mystery lioness resurfaced. Not much is known about this mystery lion aside from her name, Gustina. Gustina and Gus seem to have been active around campus sometime between 1990 and 2012. Information about both of these lions is sparse but Gustina doesn’t appear to be mentioned at all on the Gustavus website or … Continue reading Happy Valentines Day
