In light of the shooting at Marjory Stoneman Douglas high school in Parkland, Florida, many people are vocal about how to solve the very real gun problem in the United States. One argument is for teachers to help protect students from more violent acts of terror by arming them with guns. Many, but not all, of the people making this suggestion are also against reforming … Continue reading Arming teachers is not the answer
Two weekends ago saw the newest addition to the Marvel franchise, Black Panther, break the box office record when it hit theaters. A week later, it hit another record for the best pre-summer second weekend in box office history and beats the Marvel Cinematic Universe record for second weeks, previously held by “The Avengers” with $103 million. It is the first superhero film to date … Continue reading The importance of representation in media
Is putting pineapple on pizza a crime? The debate over whether pineapple belongs on pizza has recently been tearing society apart. At least it does every week in The Gustavian Weekly office. This is my fourth year working as an editor at the paper and the fourth year of this debate. Pineapple is the only topping that should go on pizza. It’s the best and … Continue reading The great debate: does pineapple go on pizza?
On March 7, the Minneapolis-based BlackOut Improv Comedy group will stage a special performance in Alumni Hall from 7-8 p.m. This exciting, up-and-coming theatre troupe promises a show that strategically blends comedy and social justice, challenging viewers to think about serious issues rooted in our society today. BlackOut, which features an all Black American cast, has staged multiple workshops and performances at colleges and charities … Continue reading BlackOut Improv Comedy coming to Gustavus: Group aims to spark conversation about social justice issues
The Gustavus Tennis and Life Camps recently received a generous one million dollar donation from Boy and Betty Toy of Mounds View, Minnesota. The donation will help with the renovation of the Swanson Tennis Center, including expansion and improvements to the tennis facilities. Neal Hagberg, director of the camps, said that part of the money will be going into the staff developing fund, as the … Continue reading Tennis and Life Camps receive $1 million donation: Boy and Betty Toy give a lot of love to their former camp
Coffee is the life-blood for most college students, so it’s good to know that coffee has more benefits than just keeping us awake. According the Harvard Health Blog, moderate coffee consumption, about three to four cups a day, has been linked various benefits including a longer life span. Though the exact reason for why drinking coffee might be beneficial is unknown, research has concluded that … Continue reading Coffee: a college student’s favorite cure-all
Monday, February 19 Campus Safety responded to a welfare check on a student of concern in Southwest Hall. Tuesday, February 20 Campus Safety responded to a drug violation in Norelius Hall. Case referred to the campus conduct system for possession of marijuana and paraphernalia. Saturday, February 24 An online report was submitted of a fondling that occurred in a campus residence hall. Campus Safety reported … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (03/02/18)
It is every college student’s dream to go abroad, but very rarely does it come to be that our deepest hopes ever come to fruition. As us eleven Gustie girls sat on our third rumbly bus of the day, weaving through the streets of Chimbote, Peru, we sat in awe as the weightiness of these final moments before our official arrival at our host parish, … Continue reading Tales from Abroad – Lily Winter
As life proceeds as usual on the Hill, the theatre and dance building has been bursting with life for the past two months preparing for the latest Gustavus Musical, Cabaret. For a show like this, all kinds of talent need to come together in order to make the production run smoothly. From costume designers to actors, directors to technicians, many students had their hands on … Continue reading Gustavus Theater department performs ‘Cabaret’
