Gusties anticipation grows for spring concert: Artist Blackbear coming to campus May 16

With spring just around the corner, Gustavus students anticipate the arrival of this years biennial spring concert.  Hosted by the Campus Activities Board (CAB), the student ran board fields a voting process for all students to partake in.  Between the numerous options presented to students, Matthew Tyler Musto, known professionally as Blackbear will be coming to campus May 16th.  Tickets go on sale February 18th, … Continue reading Gusties anticipation grows for spring concert: Artist Blackbear coming to campus May 16

Rev. Dr. Herbert Chilstrom’s funeral was held in Christ Chapel on February 15th.

Rev. Dr. Herbert Chilstrom displayed selfless dedication to Gustavus

Last Saturday, February 15, Gustavus saw an influx of visitors to campus for a celebration of life for Rev. Dr. Herbert Chilstrom. The Minnesota service was held in Christ Chapel, with another service taking place in Arizona, where Chilstrom resided later in his life. Rev Dr. Chilstrom lived a large life. He was the first Evangelical Lutheran Church of America (ELCA) bishop, elected to his … Continue reading Rev. Dr. Herbert Chilstrom displayed selfless dedication to Gustavus

The elitist ideas of higher education

When looking for options behind high school, most students consider many options before deciding their path. Oftentimes, financials are a huge part of a student’s decisions. When college acceptance time comes around in the spring, a quick “hierarchy” of students forms. In my experience, students heading to private schools gain a sense of superiority and are quick to judge students who are going to state … Continue reading The elitist ideas of higher education

Flashes of embarrassment

Embarrassing moments are generally considered a negative concept due to the fact that feelings of guilt or shame usually follow close behind, so saying that embarrassing moments are actually a good thing may seem like an unpopular opinion. Of course, doing something to make yourself look like an idiot is never a great feeling in the moment, but from personal experience, embarrassment has led to … Continue reading Flashes of embarrassment

Senior Yassine Derbani is off to a strong start for the Gusties, winning all three of his matchups this season. The team has seen some early success, starting their 2019 campaign 3-0.

Men’s Tennis set to host ITA indoor: Gusties start season 3 – 0

The Gustavus Men’s Tennis team is off to a hot start in their 2019 campaign. The team has won its first three matches of the season and hope to take this momentum into the ITA National Indoor Championships this weekend.  This annual competition hosted by Gustavus showcases some of the top Division 3 teams in the country including Emory University, Claremont-Mudd-Scripps, the University of Chicago, … Continue reading Men’s Tennis set to host ITA indoor: Gusties start season 3 – 0

First-year Ashley Goetl competes on the uneven bars for the Gusties during a meet earlier this season. Despite finishing third of three teams the Gusties posted a score of 184.8, the highest this season.

Gymnastics posts new season high: Gusties continue to improve as season comes to a close

After finishing third of three teams at the Harley Meet hosted by UW-Whitewater and working through challenges in a dual against UW-Stout, the Gustavus Gymnastics Team traveled to Lindenwood University to get back on track.  Led by a young core, the Gusties produced a season-high score of 184.800.  Two Fridays ago, the Gusties traveled to Milwaukee to compete in a meet alongside UW-Whitewater and UW-Oshkosh.  … Continue reading Gymnastics posts new season high: Gusties continue to improve as season comes to a close

Junior Nolan Larson executes a butterfly stroke during a meet earlier this season. Larson was named MIAC Male Swimmer of the Year and posted a MIAC and school record in the 1:49.12.

Swimming competes at MIAC Championship: Men’s team wins second consecutive MIAC title

For the second straight year, your Gustavus men’s swim and dive team has vanquished St. Thomas and claimed the MIAC crown.  The Gusties were dominant over the four-day conference meet this past weekend, accumulating 946 points.  The Tommies were a distant second with 739 points. This victory marks the 23rd time Gustavus has won the conference championship.  The women’s swim and dive team also had … Continue reading Swimming competes at MIAC Championship: Men’s team wins second consecutive MIAC title