Opinion

Five Important Lessons That Kiki’s Delivery Service Teaches Us

Staff Writer- Emily Sustaita Welcome back, Gusties! After almost an entire month, we are all finally back on campus, fresh and energized after our long winter break. We have started new classes, created some New Year’s resolutions, and are approaching our daily life from an overall better footing. However, as we delve back into the groove of our routine, we may find ourselves running into … Continue reading Five Important Lessons That Kiki’s Delivery Service Teaches Us

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Features

How to Maintain New Year’s Resolutions

Features Editor- Eric Hofer January is nearly over, and chances are, so is your New Year’s resolution. Though it can feel like a reflection on your own capability or inner strength, the truth is, most of these failed resolutions are the result of poor structure. Many resolutions are built around an idealized version of life, one where we can maintain constant energy, motivation, and time … Continue reading How to Maintain New Year’s Resolutions

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Variety

CAB Saturday Night in Lund: Roller Rave

Staff Writer- Amelia Dewberry Caden Riga All are invited to join the Campus Activities Board’s (CAB) Saturday Night in Lund Roller Rave this Saturday, January 24, from 8 p.m. to 10 p.m. The event will take place on the Lund Blue.  “Students can expect an evening of roller skating with friends to a groovy playlist, accompanied by free snacks and drinks,” CAB Executive Junior Linnea … Continue reading CAB Saturday Night in Lund: Roller Rave

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Variety

Faculty Recital Pulls Out All the Stops

Staff Writer- Cora Hess As the spring semester of 2026 gears into motion, Dr. Chad Winterfeldt, Cantor of Christ Chapel, is preparing to share his musical talents with Gustavus. From beginning the organ at 16 years old, to sharing his expertise for all of Gustavus to hear, join Winterfeldt in this beautiful experience “Pulling Out All the Stops: Dance Music on the Organ” at 7:30 … Continue reading Faculty Recital Pulls Out All the Stops

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News

Updated Campus Response to Federal Funding Cuts

Staff Writer- Ethan LaLumiere Soren Sackreiter Late in 2025, Congress passed a new law that included the largest cuts to SNAP in its history, estimated at $186 billion. Given these changes, more than 3,000,000 Americans could lose assistance, and therefore lose access to food. This year, Gustavus has taken steps in response to the federal government’s actions. Specifically, when SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Aid Program) benefits … Continue reading Updated Campus Response to Federal Funding Cuts

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News

Campus Responds to ICE Activity

Staff Writer- August von Seth Editor in Chief- Grace LaTourelle Soren Sackreiter On Jan. 16th, Gustavus President John Volin sent an e-mail to students titled ‘Resources and Reminders.’ In it, the head of the college described “every new day in Minnesota” as one of violence and unease against students’ loved ones, causing them to “carry heavy burdens.” The message went on to list the variety … Continue reading Campus Responds to ICE Activity

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Sports & Fitness

Men’s Hockey Defeats Saint Mary’s 5-3 with Impressive Series Sweep

Staff Writer- Nathan Swanson Gustavus Men’s hockey hit the road on Saturday to play the Saint Mary’s Cardinals from Winona, Minnesota. Their game on the road was won 5-3 in an impressive outing, benefiting their winning mood after a home win against Saint Mary’s the night before. Friday’s game against the Cardinals ended in exhilaration as Senior Wilmer Svensson scored the game-winning goal in the … Continue reading Men’s Hockey Defeats Saint Mary’s 5-3 with Impressive Series Sweep

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Entertainment

The End of a Decade: Stranger Things

Professional Fangirl- Katelyn Benschoter When asked what I spent my time doing over winter break, my answer has generally been “not too much, I just hung out at home,” but in reality, my favorite thing I did over break was binge-watching the final season of Stranger Things. The first episode of Stranger Things dropped on July 15th, 2016, and now, almost ten years later, the … Continue reading The End of a Decade: Stranger Things

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Opinion

An Analog 2026: Libraries and Boomboxes

Editor in Chief- Grace LaTourelle Soren Sackreiter The Instagram algorithm captured me in more ways than one this past year, but not all of them were bad. In fact, around November, I started receiving reels that have informed the way I now interact with media. And now, I am repeating this call to action to our faithful readership, in hopes of inspiring a year of … Continue reading An Analog 2026: Libraries and Boomboxes

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