Gustavian Weekly Writer – Opinion Columnist I think that spending time outdoors regularly is a great thing. It provides time away from situations we may find distressing. Going for a walk outside has plenty of benefits like improved mood, improved physical health, reduced stress, reduced anxiety, and improved memory. It’s great to spend time outdoors because of these benefits. When we get stuck in a loop … Continue reading Why Spending Time Outdoors is Great

Maia Honl – Opinion Columnist We are now officially three-ish weeks away from finals, to which I have only this to say: AAAAAAAAAAHHH. With that off my chest and out of my conscience, I’d like to start feeling some hope. I’m a very goal-oriented person, so I have had my eyes set to summer for the last two months. Think “The High School Musical 2 … Continue reading Summer Motivations: Staying Sane in the Final Stretch

Emma Putahl – Opinion Columnist This week I wanted to talk about the Sustainability Credit that many students and faculty are working hard to get established. I hope that the upperclassmen remember in Spring of 2019, in partnership with Environmental Action Coalition (EAC), there was a group of students that arranged “Groundswell” Day. It was a day full of activities that was to show that … Continue reading Sustainability Credit

Tori Smith – Staff Writer It’s official: spring is finally here. After a cold, lonely winter of isolation, blossoming flowers and green grass is just what Gusties need. That is unless you’re an allergy-sufferer like me. While I want nothing more than to finally step outside to soak up the newfound sunshine and fresh air, my constant sneezing and coughing has me running indoors and … Continue reading Surviving seasonal allergies: We’re in this together