Junior Melanie Kistnasamy hopes her studies here at Gustavus will help her improve her home country of Mauritius.
Variety

Gustie of the Week: Melanie Kistnasamy

You may recognize Junior Dhareni “Melanie” Kistnasamy from the 2019 Saint Lucia court at Gustavus. She is majoring in environmental studies with an intended minor in geographic information systems. Kistnasamy is from Mauritius, an island located 500 miles east of Madagascar in the Indian Ocean. Kistnasamy developed a passion for environmental studies after observing a friend throw out trash while on a public bus. Kistnasamy … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Melanie Kistnasamy

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This year, the seating in the Anderson Theatre was updated.
Variety

Tune into the Departments of Theatre and Dance

The Theatre and Dance Department continues to play a pivotal role in the creative lives and self-expressions of Gusties. Its core mission emphasizes the “value of performance as a vital means of working for social justice and personal transformation.” As a means of upholding this key component of its purpose, the Theatre Department will be live-streaming a series of radio plays titled The Murder Mystery … Continue reading Tune into the Departments of Theatre and Dance

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Features

Fall Favorites!

Corinne Stremmel, ‘21 Editor-in-Chief My favorite fall activity is going for hikes and enjoying the fall leaves because I love seeing how the bright colors change throughout the season. Ben Wick, ‘21 Assistant Editor-in-Chief My favorite fall activity is drinking a Dunkin iced coffee and sitting down to edit photos! Liam Carr, ‘21 Entertainment Editor My favorite fall activity is making myself afraid of the … Continue reading Fall Favorites!

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Three students sit and chat while practicing proper mask-wearing and social distancing etiquette.
Opinion

Upperclassmen move-in: Expectations vs. reality

I could’ve sworn the air was fizzing as I drove up College Avenue on move-in day, bubbling over with a months-old accumulation of nerves and anticipation. Like many Gusties, I’d been eyeing this day for weeks, wondering when and if it would ever arrive. Now that it has come and gone, I have to say it was not what I was expecting from a COVID-era … Continue reading Upperclassmen move-in: Expectations vs. reality

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Students peruse the Marketplace as they do their best to follow social distancing guidelines.
Opinion

The Caf during COVID-19: Should we be concerned?

The Evelyn Young Dining Hall (or, as Gusties prefer to it, the Caf) has always been the most prominent spot on campus for student life. It’s where students eat, study and socialize with friends. There’s something ominous about the way the Caf sucks you in. There have been many times when I’ve gone to breakfast with a friend and ended up staying until dinner. Time … Continue reading The Caf during COVID-19: Should we be concerned?

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Opinion

Gusties Will Shine: So let our candles shine, too

Gusties, it’s beginning to look a lot like fall here on the Hill. Although it may be trite to say, fall is absolutely my favorite season. It’s basically spring, but less wet. I cannot wait to step on some leaves on the sidewalk and hear that oh-so-satisfying CRONCH, for the mosquitoes to die from the cold, to traverse campus with an iced coffee from Dunkin’ … Continue reading Gusties Will Shine: So let our candles shine, too

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Sports & Fitness

Lund Center Open to Students: Lund Center open to students, but with new rules.

Much has changed on the Gustavus campus since the COVID-19 pandemic began. The way students live and interact with their environment has been altered significantly. One area of campus that has seen dramatic change is the Lund Center. Due to the inherent risks that come from individuals exercising in close proximity, changes needed to be made. The plans to keep students safe in Lund have … Continue reading Lund Center Open to Students: Lund Center open to students, but with new rules.

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Sports & Fitness

The Desire to Play: Gustie football player petitions for fall season.

Since March, it seems as if the entire country has revolved around the coronavirus. This pandemic has affected everyone and everything, including Gustavus athletics. MIAC play has been suspended this fall for all sports. This decision canceled the seasons for hundreds of Gustie athletes. Gustie athletes are still able to practice, but many have grown weary of watching Division 1 sports and the Minnesota High … Continue reading The Desire to Play: Gustie football player petitions for fall season.

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News

WELCOME BACK, GUSTIES! Gustavus staff and faculty prepares for students’ return to campus

As the majority of Gustavus students and staff prepare to return to campus (per a hybrid learning plan), several Gustavus staff members weigh in on their confidence in Gustavus’ ability to successfully curb the negative effects of COVID-19. “I am struck by the fact that I am both excited and nervous,” President Rebecca Bergman said. “We are social beings, and we want to be together– … Continue reading WELCOME BACK, GUSTIES! Gustavus staff and faculty prepares for students’ return to campus

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Campus safety report

Campus Safety Report (9/25/2020)

Wednesday, Sept. 16 No incidents reported Thursday, Sept. 17 Campus Safety responded to Pittman Hall for the odor of marijuana. Friday, Sept. 18 Campus Safety vehicle #48 was damaged by Beck Hall. Campus Safety received a call about a conduct violation in Chapel View Townhomes. A CF noticed a resident not complying with the mask and social distancing policy in Sohre Hall. A CF came … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (9/25/2020)

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