News

Out of Scandinavia Week features Finnish author: Pajtim Statovci discusses his award-winning novel

This week Gustavus was proud to host author Pajtim Statovci for this year’s Out of Scandinavia artist-in-residence program. While here, Statovci participated in discussion and lectures with students and faculty concerning his award-winning debut novel, My Cat Yugoslavia, which tells the interlocking stories of a mother and her son as Kosovan immigrants in Finland. Statovci, originally from Kosovo, immigrated to Finland with his family when … Continue reading Out of Scandinavia Week features Finnish author: Pajtim Statovci discusses his award-winning novel

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News

Single-sort trash established on campus

Fall is a season of transitions. As the leaves start to turn and classes begin, stress levels rise to levels that were, at one point, not thought possible. Between academic, social, and extracurricular responsibilities, students are juggling a lot. The last thing they want to deal with is figuring out which recyclable goes in which bin. It is this exact problem that Gustavus is working … Continue reading Single-sort trash established on campus

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News

Title IX experiences drastic changes nationwide: Members of the Gustavus community respond to rollback on Title IX legislation by the Trump administration

Title IX has been a staple on college campuses since its initiation in the Education Amendments Act of 1972. It states that “No person in the United States shall, on the basis of sex, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination under any education program or activity receiving Federal financial assistance.” Title IX, as many other mandates … Continue reading Title IX experiences drastic changes nationwide: Members of the Gustavus community respond to rollback on Title IX legislation by the Trump administration

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Feature Photo, Features

Meet the Cute Campus Critteres

Gustie Pet Policy In June of 2016, Gustavus released a pet policy statement that pets are generally not allowed on campus. The rationale behind this is that pets can pose health and safety risks to the campus community including allergies, excessive noise, and discomfort around animals. Gustavus aims to use this policy to promote the well- being of those on campus and protect the College’s … Continue reading Meet the Cute Campus Critteres

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Variety

Falling for the October Playlist

If you are a Spotify user, you are most likely familiar with its “Discover Weekly” playlist that is updated each Monday based on the songs you have been listening to. This feature is designed to give listeners a chance to find new music without having to thoroughly search for it. Do you ever wonder what other Gusties are currently listening to as they walk from … Continue reading Falling for the October Playlist

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Variety

Seven Mile Creek Park welcomes Gusties

As fall semester sets in, getting off campus serves as a nice break from the chaotic stressors of college life. Seven Mile Creek Country Park is a beautiful 628 acre park located close to campus, just off Highway 169 between St. Peter and Mankato. Now is the time to go visit, as the leaves are changing colors, and the views promise to be beautiful. This … Continue reading Seven Mile Creek Park welcomes Gusties

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Variety

How-to guide for a Homemade Halloween

Halloween is a time for celebration and a time for savings. Halloween marks the start of the fall and winter season of holidays and although popular seasons, this time of year can lead to unintended overspending, especially on overpriced Halloween costumes. Well, not anymore. A quote loved by moms, “Shop smarter, not harder” can be put to use when creating that perfect halloween costume. Govenaires … Continue reading How-to guide for a Homemade Halloween

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Gustie of the Week, Variety

Gustie of the Week – Yurie Hong

Chances are, if you have not been taught by, worked with, or even met her, you have heard the name Yurie Hong around Gustavus. Yurie is described by those who know her well as a caring, ambitious, and energetic person. “[Yurie] is the kind of professor I aspire to be: wicked smart, deeply curious about everything around her, able to effortlessly recognize and communicate important … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Yurie Hong

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Sports & Fitness

Gusties win singles and doubles titles: Men’s Tennis off to a commanding start

The Gustavus men’s tennis team kicked off the fall season by competing in the Drake Invitational, competing in both singles and doubles brackets. Two Gusties, Seniors Mohanad Alhouni and Mason Bultje advanced to the semifinals in each of their brackets. Alhouni would defeat Josef Altman of NWMSU 6-3, 6-1, Jarod Hing of Tulsa, 3-6, 7-5, 10-7 until falling to Omaha’s Nathan Reekie 6-2, 6-1. Bultje … Continue reading Gusties win singles and doubles titles: Men’s Tennis off to a commanding start

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