Katelyn Benschoter- The genre of suspense is typically associated with psychological and even horror films. Film viewers may think of films like Silence of the Lambs or The Conjuring when they hear the genre of suspense mentioned. However, one of the best suspense films I have ever seen is not a horror film, but a short drama/comedy film. And get this, no one dies! The … Continue reading Shiva Baby: the Art of Suspense
Jenna Anderson- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Senior Hanna Lee. She is a History and Peace Studies double major with a minor in Gender, Women, and Sexuality Studies (GWS). Lee takes particular interest in U.S. history, specifically feminist U.S. history. She is currently doing her capstone project on the public perception of the 1991 Anita Hill and Clarence Thomas hearings. “It’s [focused on] … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Hanna Lee
Stella Anderson Moye- The Gus Young Court was filled with fervent fans waiting in anticipation. The Gustavus Women’s Basketball Team came in undefeated, ranked no. 6, against an also-undefeated Bethel University. After a close battle, the Gusties came up just short in this game and suffered their first defeat within the MIAC of the season. The Gustavus Women’s Basketball Team has consistently swept the MIAC … Continue reading Women’s Basketball Falls to Bethel
Katelyn Benschoter- Sometimes, spontaneity leads to some of the best memories. I can attest to this by telling many stories of last-minute ideas that have led to some of my favorite memories. A recent memory that I will never forget is when a few friends and I decided to say “Why not?” when it came to buying some concert tickets to girl in red. The … Continue reading girl in red Concert Review
Olivia Telecky- This month, the final season of Sesame Street was released on Max, as HBO ended its partnership with the classic children’s show. Sesame Street was created by Joan Ganz Cooney and Lloyd Morrisett. After Ganz Cooney released a report entitled “The Potential Uses Of Television In Preschool Education”, the duo created the idea for the show, and the Children’s Television Workshop. After realizing … Continue reading What We Learned From the Muppets
Amelia Dewberry- This week’s Gustie of the Week is Professor and Chair in Classical Studies and Professor in Peace Studies and Comparative Literature, Seán Easton. Easton first became interested in classical studies when he was growing up in remote Ireland. His father read to him from a book called Heroes of Greece and Troy. “Those stories really had free reign in my imagination. There wasn’t … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Sean Easton
Grace LaTourelle- With one full week under the Gusties’ belts, Spring Semester is in full swing on campus. Alongside changes, events, and the typical stresses of college life, there are advisors, faculty, and programs to help students adjust and thrive. Mental health therapist in the Counseling Center, Jessica Auel, recognized that this time of year may be difficult for students, especially when dealing with the … Continue reading Spring Semester Thaws on the Hill
Braden Ripken- Last week, both the Gustavus Men’s and Women’s Basketball teams won against Concordia Moorhead, improving their records to 2-0 in conference play. The teams were fresh off decisive wins versus Augsburg a few days before, and they continued that momentum to be undefeated during the week. The Gusties were excited to see their men’s Basketball Team on their home court for the second … Continue reading Gustavus Men’s and Women’s Basketball Crush Concordia Moorhead
Katelyn Benschoter- With the end of CinCC and finals season drawing near, it is that time of the year when everywhere you go you are surrounded by holiday music. From the stores to social media, ‘tis the season of holiday music. But what makes a good holiday song, and why do people get so excited to listen to holiday music? Well, for many people, the … Continue reading The Joy of Holiday Music
Grace LaTourelle- Finals season has descended upon campus with less than a week left in the semester. While students can look ahead to break, there may also be a lot of stress accompanying this busy time. However, there are resources and services available to students to alleviate anxiety before finals. In an effort to help students destress, the Peer Assistants hosted their annual Destress Fest … Continue reading Campus Greets the End of Semester
