Colleen Coleman- The Gustavus Wind Symphony and Gustavus Wind Orchestra will be performing their Fall Band Concert this Saturday at 1:30 p.m. in Christ Chapel. This concert will feature a wide variety of pieces that the audience is sure to enjoy, such as triumphant fanfare, daydream-like soundscapes, the chatter of hummingbirds, and much more. GWS will be performing a plethora of pieces this weekend, including … Continue reading GWO and GWS Take the Stage
Jenna Anderson- The Gustie of the Week this week is Sophomore Dasha Shyroka. Shyroka is involved in countless activities on campus. She is a Biochemistry and Molecular Biology Major on a Chemistry track and minoring in Eastern European and Eurasian Studies. “This major allows me to study how molecules influence living systems, providing a strong foundation for pursuing a career in medicine and scientific research. … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Dasha Shyroka
Amelia Dewberry– Today, Friday, November 15th, the Gustavus Swing Dance Club is hosting its annual Fall Swing Dance. This lively, fun event will take place from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall, featuring the local 4-person jazz band TC Hot Club. It’s an opportunity for experienced dancers to showcase their moves, or for beginners to try it out. Regardless of experience level, everyone … Continue reading Swinging Sweetly
Katelyn Benschoter- Books are one of the most valuable resources in this world. My favorite aspect of books is the duality of them. They present an escape from the real world. When life gets tough, curling up with a good book is an excellent way to destress. While they allow you to escape, they also educate you. Books reflect real-world lessons. They teach readers about … Continue reading Everyone Should Read This Book: Untamed Book Review
Olivia Telecky– On October 15th, 2017 actress Alyssa Milano tweeted that if anyone had been sexually harassed or assaulted they should write “Me Too” as a response to her tweet. In the following days, 12 million people posted tweets with the #metoo. But what led to this moment? To understand the effectiveness of the #MeToo movement, we first need to investigate its roots. Sexual harassment … Continue reading Looking Back at the #MeToo Movement
Anonymous- Given the past several days, it has been increasingly difficult to be on social media since the end of the election. Society knew that with either result, there would be an explosion on social media; but this specific result has led to a place of mourning. Getting past this place of mourning has been difficult for many, and for others it seems ridiculous to … Continue reading A Thinkpiece on Ragebait
Grace LaTourelle- There will be an opportunity for giving this November on campus with a hat and mitten drive. Sponsored by the Community Engagement Center (CEC) and two student coordinators, Gusties are encouraged and invited to donate youth-sized hats and mittens that will go to families and children in need through the organization Head Start in St. Peter. This event arose out of a perceived … Continue reading Community Engagement Center Holds Winter Clothing Drive
Reba Beaudry- It’s that time of the semester where we need to start planning for the next and register for classes. Many of us may feel stuck and do not know where to start. Luckily, there is Advising Day on Wednesday, November 13th, 2024. This is held so students can get their questions answered and focus on planning for what comes next, whether it be … Continue reading Have No Fear, Advising Day is Here
Stella Anderson Moye- The Gustavus Swim Team is a certified powerhouse, having claimed the MIAC championship title for both Men’s and Women’s in the 2023-24 season. On Saturday, to open the 2024-25 season, the team was tasked with splitting up and traveling to two separate meets in Iowa. Half the team went to Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa, whereas the other half visited Luther … Continue reading Gustavus Swim Sweeps Separate Meets
Teddy Kaste- The Gustavus Women’s Soccer Team was eliminated from the playoffs this past Sunday in a 3-0 loss against Saint Mary’s. This was the Women’s first playoff appearance since 2021, and they finished the season with a record of 9-5-5. Saint Mary’s came into the game with an impressive 13-2-4 record and showed why they have been a force to be reckoned with in … Continue reading Women’s Soccer Season Ends in Playoffs
