Interview with Children’s Theatre and Gustavus Alumnus Rush Benson

Jenna Anderson- Gustavus Alumni Rush Benson ‘13  is making a path for himself in the theatre and dance industries. He is currently working on Grease at Chanhassen Dinner Theater, and taking a leave of absence to choreograph Children’s Theatre Company’s Frozen. “Disney’s Frozen sweeps into Minnesota as Children’s Theatre Company premieres its original production of the hit Broadway musical,” as described by CTC.  Benson is … Continue reading Interview with Children’s Theatre and Gustavus Alumnus Rush Benson

The Signal Group Chat Leak

Olivia Telecky- On March 24th, The Atlantic released an article stating that the Trump administration had mistakenly added journalist Jeffery Goldberg to a group chat on the app Signal. This chat included detailed information on the weapons packages, timing, and targets of a military attack on the Houthi terrorist group operating in Yemen. It also allegedly stated the name of an active CIA intelligence officer- … Continue reading The Signal Group Chat Leak

Gustie Gymnastics Hosts NCAAs

Stella Anderson Moye- Gustavus Gymnastics hosted the 2025 National Collegiate Gymnastics Association (NCGA) Division III Championships on March 22nd, and the excitement was palpable on campus. The meet has not been hosted here since 1999, and Gustie fans flocked to watch the cream of the crop, including a member of the Gustavus Gymnastics team: Senior Lili Guy. One of the prominent members of Gustavus Gymnastics … Continue reading Gustie Gymnastics Hosts NCAAs

“Devil in the Family” was an Incomplete Docuseries

Olivia Telecky- On February 27th of this year, Hulu released their much-anticipated documentary on Ruby Franke, a family vlogger who was guilty of abusing her children both on and off camera. The documentary includes interviews with the eldest Franke children (Shari and Chad), some neighbors, and even Ruby Franke’s husband / the father of the abused children, Kevin. While the documentary does shed light on … Continue reading “Devil in the Family” was an Incomplete Docuseries

Relay for Life Livens Up Campus

Linnea Noeldner- On April 4th, 2025, beginning at 5 p.m., the American Cancer Society will hold its Relay for Life event in Lund Green. Relay for Life commemorates those fighting against cancer and those who have survived cancer. The friends, family, and community of such individuals will join them on a day of celebration, and Gusties are encouraged to participate as well.  The event will … Continue reading Relay for Life Livens Up Campus

Climate Teach-In: Thoughts, Experience, and Reflections

Grace LaTourelle- Part I: Education The annual Climate Teach In, hosted by the Sustainability Interns and the Environmental Studies Senior Seminar class, occurred on Wednesday. This is the fourth year of the Climate Teach in, which began in 2022. As an educational event, it encompasses an intersectional approach reflective of the liberal arts education.  “The Climate Teach-In is both an educational event to learn about … Continue reading Climate Teach-In: Thoughts, Experience, and Reflections

Give us Senior Week or Give us Death!

Jonathan Cordano & Willa Brown- With the end of our final school year rapidly approaching, us seniors are reaching the point of bittersweet endings and soon-to-be new beginnings. Or perhaps just bitter endings. With the absence of Senior Week, many of us seniors are preemptively mourning the loss of a cornerstone part of the liberal arts experience: Connection. A 50+ year old tradition at Gustavus … Continue reading Give us Senior Week or Give us Death!

Bringing the Heat to the Ice-

Stella Anderson Moye- The Don Roberts Ice Rink was packed to the brim as Gustie students, family, and friends came together to cheer on and support the Gustavus Men’s Hockey team as they battled for the MIAC playoff title. Gustavus played against rival and reigning champions St. Olaf. The Gusties sought to bring home the title for the first time since 2012 and came out … Continue reading Bringing the Heat to the Ice-