Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor (10/18/19)

Minnesota’s minority population is rapidly growing. Since 2010, the black community has jumped 31 percent, the Hispanic population 20 percent and the Asian population 30 percent. The Gustavus student body will continue to diversify along with Minnesota. Now more than ever. minority professors and staff are a necessity in our diverse world. They are important not just in the places that encourage diversity, but also … Continue reading Letter to the Editor (10/18/19)

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First-year Palden Choesang fights for possession of the ball against a St. Olaf defender. The team currently holds a record of 11-2.
Sports & Fitness

Men’s Soccer improves to 11-2: Gusties ride a four game winning streak

The Gustie Men’s soccer team extended their winning streak to three games this past week with gritty victories over two conference foes. Last Wednesday, Gustavus hosted St. Olaf in a makeup contest and secured a close 1-0 victory. The Oles threatened several times early in the match, including a shot that glanced off the post, but managed just 4 shots in the game compared to … Continue reading Men’s Soccer improves to 11-2: Gusties ride a four game winning streak

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Senior Josh Kirk was the driving force in Gustavus’ success against Concordia. His 233 receiving yards, second most in program history, earned him MIAC Athlete of the Week honors.
Sports & Fitness

Football defeats Concordia 35-28: Kirk tallies 233 yards, second most in program history

The Gustavus Football team won in dramatic fashion on Saturday by a score of 35-28. The ending of the game resembled the Minneapolis Miracle, the game in which the Vikings beat the New Orleans Saints in the 2018 NFC divisional playoff game on the last play of the game to punch their ticket to the NFC Championship game. In cold and snowy conditions, the Gusties … Continue reading Football defeats Concordia 35-28: Kirk tallies 233 yards, second most in program history

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Junior Kate Holtan attempts a kill against two St. Thomas defenders. On Oct. 4, St. Thomas announced it had received an invitation to join the D1 Summit League.
Sports & Fitness

President Bergman comments on UST verdict: St. Thomas receives invitation to join D1 Summit League

The University of St. Thomas announced on Friday, October 4th that is has received an invitation to join the Division I Summit League. Although this is an important step forward in their search for a new conference, they require a waiver from the NCAA to transition directly to Division I. This saga began last May, when the University of St. Thomas was involuntarily removed from … Continue reading President Bergman comments on UST verdict: St. Thomas receives invitation to join D1 Summit League

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News

Gustavus students celebrate Coming Out Week: Queers and Allies hosts annual Coming Out Week celebrations

This Monday marked the beginning of Coming Out Week, a weeklong celebration of LGBTQ+ students and allies focused on education, understanding, and acceptance, sponsored by Queers and Allies, also known as Q&A. Coming Out Week has existed in many forms since it officially began in 1994. “The LGBTQ+ organization on campus has gone through many transformations and name changes over the years of course, so … Continue reading Gustavus students celebrate Coming Out Week: Queers and Allies hosts annual Coming Out Week celebrations

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Campus safety report

Campus Safety Report (10/11/19)

Monday, September 30th Campus Safety and the SPPD searched the ARB for a missing student who left a suicide note. Campus Safety was called for medical assistance in the stairwell of Uhler Hall. Tuesday, October 1st Campus Safety was called to Norelius for an underage drinking violation. Wednesday, October 2nd No incidents reported Thursday, October 3rd Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at Schaefer … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (10/11/19)

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Students can attend Let’s Talk sessions in the library basement A/V room.
News

Counseling Center rolls out “Let’s Talk” program

This school year, the Gustavus counseling center started offering free “Let’s Talk” services, held from 1:30-2:30 p.m. Monday-Friday in the library A/V rooms. This service is offered on a first-come, first-served basis. Let’s Talk offers a fast, convenient service for students needing a consultation with a mental health therapist. “Let’s Talk is a great way to get information about what therapy looks like. A lot … Continue reading Counseling Center rolls out “Let’s Talk” program

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News

Gustie Flu Shot Clinic helps provide Flu Shots: Health Services helps keep students and faculty healthy

On Wednesday, Oct. 9th and Thursday, Oct 10, Health Services and the Nursing Department worked together to host the annual Flu Shot Clinic. This clinic has been around since before the current Director of Health Services Heather Dale started at Gustavus in 2008. Dale is excited to offer this clinic to students and faculty/staff. “Flu shots (aka influenza vaccines) have long been the gold standard … Continue reading Gustie Flu Shot Clinic helps provide Flu Shots: Health Services helps keep students and faculty healthy

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Variety

Interfaith programs foster acceptance on campus

Gustavus strives to be an interconnected and accepting community, and one of the ways this is accomplished is through the interfaith organizations on campus. Though the college is rooted deeply in its Lutheran history, there are resources for students of all faiths, backgrounds and denominations. Inclusivity and education are priorities for all of the religious organizations and they work to create spaces and opportunities that … Continue reading Interfaith programs foster acceptance on campus

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Gustie of the Week, Variety

Gustie of the Week: Sarah Hinderman

Senior Sarah Hinderman, an involved and friendly face on campus, is our Gustie of the Week. Hinderman is a Communication Studies major from Fairfax, Minnesota and has made an impact on campus. Hinderman is involved in many student organizations on campus; she is a Marketing Executive for the Campus Activities Board, Public Relations chair for the Alpha Sigma Tau sorority, an employee in the Office … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Sarah Hinderman

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