Family weekend kicks of October

Gustavus families are getting ready for the annual Gustavus Family Weekend on October 12 to 14.  From evening films in Wallenberg to bingo and pizza, students and their families will be busy enjoying campus and St. Peter. To kick off the weekend, families are invited to attend classes and observe their student(s) in their academic habitat. Those interested in some laughs can enjoy a comedy … Continue reading Family weekend kicks of October

Mankato powwow brings Dakota families together

At 12:30 p.m. last Saturday, September 22, a bus filled with students left Gustavus bound for the 46th Annual Mahkato Native American powwow in Mankato.  “You are invited to the 46th Annual Mahkato Pow Wow on September 21-23, 2018 at the Land of Memories Park in Mankato, Minnesota, honoring the Dakota 38,” the Crazy Crow website (the event’s organizer and supplier) said.  The event ran … Continue reading Mankato powwow brings Dakota families together

A first-year student spends her afternoon paging through her copy.

Reviewing The Good Food Revolution

Beginning in the 2000-2001 Academic Year, the Reading in Common program has provided 19 classes of Gusties with books of high literary quality and interdisciplinary significance. As part of the tradition, the Reading in Common books deal with themes connected directly to the Nobel Conference theme. This year’s Reading in Common book is The Good Food Revolution…Growing Healthy Food, People, and Communities by Will Allen … Continue reading Reviewing The Good Food Revolution

Lucio hails from Inglewood, California.

Gustie of the Week: Lucio Gonzalez

Few people have involved themselves in the Gustavus community as much as Lucio Gonzalez.  Lucio is a junior Political Science and Philosophy double major from Inglewood, California.  He chose Gustavus particularly for the Political Science department and wanted the adventure of going to college far from home.  Lucio is heavily involved on campus in a variety of ways. He currently holds three different on-campus jobs, … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Lucio Gonzalez

Greek life new member education night brought several to Alumni Hall.

Greek life: more than a stereotype

When the words “fraternity” and “sorority” are brought up, it is common to automatically picture a bunch of guys wearing boat shoes with perfectly parted hair, or a pack of sorority girls squatting the day away. This stereotype has been building for ages through movies and social media, oftentimes putting a bad taste in people’s mouths about Greek life. While some sororities and fraternities strive … Continue reading Greek life: more than a stereotype

The International Festival shows diversity on Gustavus’ campus each year.

Representation still matters

Looking around GAC, anyone can see that Gustavus is not exactly the most diverse college campus. With the Emmy’s just behind us, all over the news are reports about the award ceremony’s diversity, or better said, lack of diversity again this year. But how important is representation in the media anyways? It turns out, representation is much more important than many people might think. When … Continue reading Representation still matters

Sophomore Max Ullan and Head Coach Scott Moe analyze the green to prepare for a putt. The Gusties finished eighth out of 17 teams this past weekend at the Twin Cities Invite.

Men’s Golf competes in Twin Cities Invite: Hauge, Pederson, and Savini place in the top ten

The Gustavus Men’s Golf team wrapped up play at the Twin Cities Invite on Monday, finishing eighth out of the 17 team field.  The event was played over three days at Elk River Country Club, The Links at Northfork, and the Edina Country Club.  On the first day of competition, the Gusties traveled to Elk River and played at the shortest of the three courses.  … Continue reading Men’s Golf competes in Twin Cities Invite: Hauge, Pederson, and Savini place in the top ten

First-year Kenna West dribbles the ball up the field in a game against Nebraska Wesleyan. The Gusties currently hold an overall record of 4-4-1 and a record of 1-2-1 in the MIAC.

Women’s Soccer suffers two conference losses: Gusties look to senior leaders for inspiration

The Gustavus Women’s Soccer Team has played eight games this season and currently holds a season record of 4-3-1 and 1-1-1 in the MIAC.  The team is being led by Senior Captains Trina Rinke, Kylie Lamberty, and Chase Miller.  Lamberty appeared in 18 games in the previous season, and Miller notably led in point scoring for the team last season with five goals and three … Continue reading Women’s Soccer suffers two conference losses: Gusties look to senior leaders for inspiration