As humans, we have a psychological need to answer the big questions in life: Who am I? What is my purpose? How did I get here? What does it all mean? As humans, we have a psychological need to answer the big questions in life: Who am I? What is my purpose? How did I get here? What does it all mean? This is where religion … Continue reading The Structures of Meaning
Father Time certainly waits for no one and spares no victims. Our pets, beloved—and not so beloved—family members, and weird dudes you met in high school all eventually get old and fade away. I always thought that the nonmaterial things in our age of digital permanence would last forever. Oh, how I was wrong. Indie-rock—the cool music we all should have listened to in high … Continue reading Where did all the good music go?
Fall has officially started! Which means it’s time for: sweaters, pumpkin spice, falling leaves, and crisp mornings, it’s also the start of flu season. For those who don’t know the flu (influenza virus) is a common virus that is easily spread throughout college campuses. Don’t let the fear of the flu ruin your fall, but make sure you do simple things to keep your body … Continue reading Winter is Coming
Looking back on the glory days of childhood, there appeared to be an impressive amount of toys to tempt and occupy one’s time. My days were spent in the midst of either a Barbie explosion or a surprisingly detailed Playmobil town. Nearly twelve years after receiving my first American Girl Doll, my expanded and admittedly obnoxious collection is still on proud display. Just about everyone … Continue reading Are young minds being manipulated?
The Communication Studies Department hosted an alumni and student event and brunch called PD BDAY this past Saturday during homecoming festivities. PD BDAY was the ten-year anniversary celebration of the launch of Public Discourse, and for the launch of a new program, the Public Deliberation and Dialogue initiative. At Gustavus, public discourse is a course where students study practical public argument and apply the concepts … Continue reading Public discourse celebrates a decade
This past weekend, alumni from far and wide returned to the Hill for The Great Gustie Gathering! Events occurred throughout the week, culminating with the final homecoming events on Saturday. On Monday, the hunt began for the Homecoming Medallion. A medallion was hidden around campus each day of the week by Gustavus Campus Activities Board. On their social media, they posted clues each day and … Continue reading Gusties reign on Homecoming with revelry and celebration
Tuesday, September 19 Campus Safety responded to a suspicious circumstance n the Arboretum lot on College grounds. A student was found sleeping in their vehicle. Wednesday, September 20 Carpet was found damaged by an unidentified substance. Thursday, September 21 Campus Safety responded to the report of a bicycle theft near North Hall. Campus Safety took an injury report at Health Service for a student who … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (9/29/17)
It isn’t every day that you meet a gentleman whose business card says he’s Keeper of the Privy Purse. When you learn that he is the treasurer to the King of Sweden, you know you’re in special company. In this case, you’ve met Gustavus Board of Trustees member Jan Lindman, who hopes to bring a special Swedish perspective to Gustavus while also serving as a … Continue reading Swedish Royal Treasurer Jan Lindman visits Gustavus
This year, Gustavus will be hosting the 53 Nobel Conference, with this year’s theme focusing on reproductive technology. On October 3 and 4, seven presenters and professors will come to Gustavus from all different backgrounds to talk about their studies on reproductive technology. The conference will provide an indepth look at science: “From artificial insemination to in vitro fertilization to contraception, reproductive technologies have long … Continue reading Nobel Conference aims to answer scientific questions: 53rd annual Nobel Conference meant to focus on reproductive technology
Jad Abumrad Jad Abumrad is the co-host, founder and producer of NRP’s podcast Radiolab. The podcast is described as “a show about curiosity. Where sound illuminates ideas, and the boundaries blur between science, philosophy, and human experience.” Abumrad will lecture on the understanding of science as an intrinsic part of human experience and as a part of larger philosophical questions about life. Ruha Benjamin Ruha … Continue reading Nobel Conference 53: Reproductive Technology: How Far Do We Go?
