Professional Fangirl- Katelyn Benschoter One of the most popular topics of songs is breakups. From gut-wrenchingly sad songs such as “Drivers License” by Olivia Rodrigo or those songs you want to play when you are angry at the world, like “You Oughta Know” by Alanis Morissette, there are hundreds of breakup songs that have gone number one on the charts. It is no surprise that … Continue reading The Ultimate Breakup Album: West End Girl
Opinion Editor- Soph White Imagine–it’s 2017, you were born at a young age, and unfortunately, are in middle school with a bunch of small haters. You come upon the glory and awe that is YouTube “Let’s Plays”. You thrive in the fanfiction world of Jacksepticeye and Markiplier (aka Septiplier) and watch Yandere Simulator by creators like Bijuu Mike. Years and years of watching “Let’s Plays,” … Continue reading “Let’s Play” Games That Have Lived Up to the Hype
Staff Writer- Emily Sustaita When I was sixteen years old, I discovered Mafalda while watching TV with my grandma. We were lounging on the couch, casually listening to a channel called Telemundo, when a news reporter began talking about this exhibit in Mexico City showcasing Mafalda, an Argentinian comic strip. Footage of the exhibition and the drawings created by the artist flashed across the screen. … Continue reading Mafalda: a Hidden Treasure in the Comic World
Staff Writer- Mary Athorp Let’s not beat around the bush here: Daylight Savings Time sucks. Okay, that was a bit dramatic and a little vulgar. Let me try again. Daylight Savings Time is… not my favorite thing in the world. There’s just something about the sky getting dark at four o’clock that makes me want to curl up into the fetal position and cry until … Continue reading Taking a Stand Against Daylight Savings
Staff Writer- Amelia Dewberry Join the Gustavus Wind Symphony and Philharmonic Orchestra for a fall concert on Saturday, Nov. 15th at 4:40 p.m. in Jussi Björling Recital Hall. The concert is free to attend, and no tickets are needed. It will also be livestreamed on the Gustavus Music YouTube channel. The performers are looking forward to a joint performance where they can celebrate their music … Continue reading Fall Band Concerts
Staff Writer- Alex Ogle This week’s Gustie of the Week is French and Gender, Women’s, and Sexuality Studies Professor Sharon Marquart. As a French and GWSS professor, Dr. Marquart teaches a variety of classes focusing on issues regarding gender, politics, French history, and more, such as her current course “Gender and The Far Right.” Dr. Marquart came to Gustavus after a well-established stint in academics. … Continue reading GoW: Sharon Marquart
Editor in Chief- Grace LaTourelle Hallo! Ich bin Grace und ich studiere in Freiburg im Breisgau, Deutschland. Ich liebe die Freiburger Lebensart, aber ich vermisse mein Zuhause. When you write about your study abroad, there’s a feeling that you should write about how big the world is. You should enumerate the countries you traveled to, describe the wonderful mountains you’ve beheld, detail all of the … Continue reading Expanding Inwardly: Tales from Abroad
Staff Writer- Ethan Lalumiere With job market barriers becoming increasingly difficult to overcome, networking and post-graduation preparation are an absolute must. The Center for Career Development is ready to help with exactly that. “We have people that help students with resumes, cover letters, personal statements, LinkedIn, and mock interviews. They help you search for jobs, gap year jobs, internships, and research. You can come in … Continue reading Deep Dive into the Center for Career Development
Staff Writer- Evangelyn Hill This upcoming Tuesday, Nov. 18th, the Gustavus History Department will be hosting a visiting professor for a lecture open to all students. Titled “Agitate, Agitate, Agitate: Music, Art, and Economics in the History Classroom,” it will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in the Heritage Room. The speaker will be Dr. Walter Greason, a professor of history at Macalester … Continue reading Guest Lecture Explores an Interdisciplinary Perspective of the History Classroom
Staff Writer- August von Seth Throughout next week from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Office of Advancement will be facilitating Gustie Gratitude Week in the Evelyn Young Dining Room, an initiative that allows students to express appreciation to those who help them complete their higher education. Concretely, students are welcome to send Gustie Gratitude Grams to individuals—particularly those on campus—who they feel are supporting … Continue reading Gusties Give Thanks During Gustie Gratitude Week
