Psychology Department showcases work: Psychological Studies department hosts annual research symposium

On Thursday, Dec. 5, the Psychological Studies department hosted the Fall 2019 Psychological Science Research Symposium where students in the department were able to present research projects and studies that they have completed and conducted. “The purpose of the research symposium is to showcase all the hard work Psychological Science students have done over the course of the semester. This includes research conducted as part … Continue reading Psychology Department showcases work: Psychological Studies department hosts annual research symposium

J-Term courses maximize winter enjoyment: Gustavus provides students with opportunities on and off campus

January 2020 is bringing Gustavus students exciting opportunities to either study abroad all over the world or create memories right here on campus. While on campus, forget about the zero below temperatures, and enjoy events hosted on campus from a variety of organizations. One way to stay warm is cozying up in the Multifaith Center for story time and hot cocoa. The Multifaith Center will … Continue reading J-Term courses maximize winter enjoyment: Gustavus provides students with opportunities on and off campus

C in CC: a celebration of unity through dance

Over the years, Christmas in Christ Chapel has increasingly featured dances in its services. These dances help audience members to visualize the theme expressed and the messages shared during the Christmas in Christ Chapel experience. Theater and dance professor Michele Rusinko is heavily involved in creating these dances for the services. Gustavus’ popular and beloved show stands apart from many other schools’ concerts. “…[Gustavus’ show] … Continue reading C in CC: a celebration of unity through dance

Cultivating the C in CC experience

When it comes to choosing the theme for Christmas in Christ Chapel, the Chaplain’s Office is responsible for planning this beautiful, heart-warming event. A committee of about 11 members is led by the Artistic Director who brainstorms an idea and brings it to the entire group, receiving feedback from the committee on what the overall theme should be. They convene a year in advance in … Continue reading Cultivating the C in CC experience

Preview: Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Lecture

The Gustavus campus is preparing to host this year’s Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Lecture speaker Donzaleigh Abernathy. The lecture will take place from 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. on Monday, January 20 of 2020 in Christ Chapel. Born in the throes of the Civil Rights movement, Abernathy is the daughter of  American Civil Rights Movement Co-Founder Rev. Dr. Ralph David and Mrs. … Continue reading Preview: Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Lecture

Christmas in Christ Chapel is the biggest Christmas music event at Gustavus.

Calling out a Christmas song

This fall John Legend released a new and revised version of “Baby It’s Cold Outside,” originally written by Frank Loesser. Though this song originated as a playful song between Frank Loesser and his wife, under a modern light, the back and forth banter of the song and its lyrics take a much darker turn. Since the early 2000’s, people have been debating the darker implications … Continue reading Calling out a Christmas song

You cannot compost this

First impressions can be really deceiving. That’s what a lot of other first-years like me have said since starting college here at Gustavus. Don’t misunderstand; I’m not bashing Gustavus. On the contrary, I want to help it be better. College is where you can explore, learn, and grow; so why shouldn’t the institution that helps shape us grow  with  us? As students, we learn from … Continue reading You cannot compost this

The question behind rat poison

A common household cleaning item or a toxic hazard? Anticoagulant rodenticides (ARs) are a common household product  many people use to kill unwanted, invasive rats. Rats can be dangerous to human health as they carry many diseases and can cause household destruction. Unfortunately, too many people are unaware of the dangers that rodenticides pose. According to the National Pesticide Information Center (NPIC), rat poisoning is … Continue reading The question behind rat poison