Returning to Gustavus, or starting your first year at Gustavus, tends to be an exciting time. You get to greet old friends you may not have seen over the summer, and you get to make new ones. You have a fresh start for classes, and the leaves are changing color. It does not get much better than that. For some people however, returning to campus … Continue reading Mental health stigma at Gustavus
On Friday, August 25, Hurricane Harvey landed on the Texas Gulf Coast. The winds reached 130 mph. For reference, the world’s fastest animal, a cheetah, has a speed which tops off at 75 MPH, making the winds of Hurricane Harvey nearly twice the speed of the cheetah. The hurricane brought 52 inches of rain, which broke the US record for rainfall. During this short amount … Continue reading Helping in the aftermath of Harvey
When someone asks for examples of iconic fictional couples, there are a few which come to mind. Han Solo and Princess Leia are probably towards the top of the list, with Ron Weasley and Hermione Granger not far behind. All four of these characters are as strong-willed as they are independent. Both couples respect and love one another for who they are, even if their … Continue reading The impact of TV relationships
In the summer leading up to a student’s first year at college, there are various emotions a student could be feeling. Some are ecstatic that they are moving away from their parents and creating a life that is their own, whereas others are nervous about leaving their support system as they must figure out how to navigate through this momentous milestone. When it came time … Continue reading Class of 2021 moves up the hill
Future Gustie teachers came back to campus this fall to discover multiple new additions added to their “new” home on campus. These new additions to Anderson Hall include an outdoor classroom located in front of the building and a beautiful garden in the back. “We are all so excited about the building and grounds! It’s been a joy to watch them develop around us. We’re … Continue reading New additions added to Anderson building: Education Department boasts advanced outdoor classroom and garden
Gustavus should be at the forefront of liberal arts education for years to come thanks to a record-breaking $40 million donation from an anonymous alumni couple. This remarkable gift is the largest of several significant donations received by the college in recent years. The series of sizable bequests started in 2011, when Gustavus received its first eight-figure donation of $16 million. Tom Young, Vice President … Continue reading Record $40 million donation makes history: Alumni couple changes the future of Gustavus
As another school year comes around the corner, a student-run group on campus, known as The Hill Crew, looks for new ways to promote school spirit and a positive community setting for extracurricular events. The group is run by co-presidents Chris Captain and Mckenzie Swenson. The goal of this group is to promote student involvement regardless of the event, according to Captain. “The Hill Crew … Continue reading The Hill Crew builds campus community: On-campus group promotes student involvement
She was unconscious. They took videos and laughed for six hours. She was sexually assaulted, dragged around naked, and photographed. They were released early from their one and two year long sentences in a juvenile detention center. She was ridiculed online by classmates, town members, and people around the country for her character and her decisions to attend a party and consume alcohol. They were … Continue reading A ‘Second Chance’ in College Football
Gustavus is a college rooted in the liberal arts, meaning it is adamant about providing incoming students with the opportunity to engage in thought-provoking discussions. For the past seventeen years, this learning approach has been implemented through the “Reading in Common” program. The annual “Reading in Common” program brings together incoming students and various members of the Gustavus community (Gustie Greeters, professors, and other campus … Continue reading First-years & Frankenstein
