Staff Writer- Annie Garbers When Dr. Darsa Donelan first considered applying to Gustavus, their primary concern was braving the Minnesota cold. Years later, the Senior Continuing Assistant Professor in Physics and campus mentor has become a warm, indispensable cornerstone of the school. Donelan’s path to Gustavus began on the East coast; they earned an A.A. from Berkshire Community College, followed by a B.S. in Physics … Continue reading GOW: Darsa Donelan
Staff Writer- Cora Hess As the calendar transitions into November, it can only mean one thing: Christmas in Christ Chapel has begun its preparations. Beginning on Nov. 4th and ending on Nov. 15th, Gustavus staff and students, as well as some special guests, will make rounds to local church communities who support Gustavus, to share the story of this year’s service. The theme for Christmas … Continue reading Christmas in Christ Chapel Preview Tour Springs Forth Into a Church Near You
Staff Writer- Emily Heins Have you thought about what classes you want to take next semester, what you might want to study, or what you want to do after graduation? For students, Advising Day offers an opportunity to step away from their usual class schedules and focus on these questions. On Wednesday, Nov. 11, classes will be canceled from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m., giving … Continue reading Fall Advising Day is Approaching
Staff Writer- Evangelyn Hill This past Tuesday, Gusties flocked to the polls to cast their votes in this year’s midterm elections. Gustavus staff and student organizations have taken many steps to make sure students are informed and able to get to the polls. Amy Pehrson leads the Voter Engagement organization, which, among other things, provides the shuttle bus to the polling station on election days. … Continue reading Gusties Go to the Polls
Comic Artist- Will Graves Continue reading Issue 8 Comic
Staff Writer- Maddie Low Gustavus students and St. Peter community members alike will be running into the holiday season this year with The Hilltop Gustie Trot, presented by the Sports Management in Action class and the Sport Management Student Organization. The event is designed to foster a sense of community by engaging with St. Peter local sponsors, residents, and students, for a low-stakes and festive … Continue reading Students Host the Hilltop Gustie Trot
Staff Writer- Alayna Boe Over the weekend, Gustavus Adolphus College Swim & Dive hosted the MSU-Mankato Mavericks and UW-Stevens Point Pointers; the Men’s team had a duel against UW-Stevens Point while the Women’s team had a triangular versus both schools. Both the Men’s and Women’s teams had some great competition from these schools and it is a good way to judge the rest of the … Continue reading Swim and Dive Hosts Dual and Triangular Meet
Staff Writer- Katelyn Hoppe Gustavus Women’s Soccer took on the Hamline Pipers this past Saturday on their home field, earning themselves a victory with a final score of 1-0. This puts the Gusties at an overall season record of 4-8-4 and a MIAC record of 3-5-2. The first, and only, goal of the game was made just four minutes into the match, when Junior Midfielder … Continue reading Women’s Soccer Defeats Hamline in MIAC Playoff
Professional Fangirl- Katelyn Benschoter The current season of Dancing With the Stars is just barely halfway over. Dancers have been sent home, viral moments have occurred, and the front runners have been made clear. Watching Dancing With the Stars is incredibly nostalgic for me. I grew up watching the show and continue to today. As a child I would dance along thinking I was hitting … Continue reading My DWTS Predictions (AKA the Truth)
Opinion Editor- Soph White As Halloween is coming upon us, I think it’s important to discuss options if you’re like me and running out of time to get a costume. Of course, we have our classic go-to Halloween costumes like cops, nurses, Michael Myers, the Joker, Harley Quinn, or the one blow-up dinosaur you see every year. There are general consistencies among Halloween costumes. But … Continue reading Rating Spirit Halloween Costumes Based on Recent Media
