Productivity Culture and its Breeding of the Over-Involved Gustie

Staff Writer- Hailey Hathaway-Oxley Photo Credits: Hailey Mueller You may have heard varying arguments for or against the use of Artificial Intelligence within the college or in the workplace. It seems that the world is divided. Many are vehemently against AI, stating that it kills critical thinking by outsourcing your brain, scrapes and steals from artists and creatives, and is destroying the already precarious environment. … Continue reading Productivity Culture and its Breeding of the Over-Involved Gustie

Oh, the Humanity! Humanities are Being Federally Defunded

Staff Writer- Izabell Newman Photo Credits: Anyah Moffett Being a humanities student these days can feel challenging: the pressure to use artificial intelligence, the depressing post-grad job market, and the lack of federal support have all made it feel like it may just be better to drop out and work at a bar where you could at least drink your sorrows away. The burden of … Continue reading Oh, the Humanity! Humanities are Being Federally Defunded

What to Write When You Have Nothing To Write

Staff Writer- Bao Vu Photo Credits: August Marcusen To be honest, the only reason you’re reading these words is because I don’t know what to write for this week’s issue. And just so you know, running out of ideas is completely normal. Sometimes the more you write, the more ideas you have. But in many instances, the more you want to write, the less you … Continue reading What to Write When You Have Nothing To Write

Gustavus Announces Plan to Franchise College*

Features Editor- Eric Hofer Due to a recent surge in applications and interest in Gustavus Adolphus College, Admissions staff have begun to brainstorm ideas that would allow for all prospective students to have the classic Gustavus experience. After much deliberation, Gustavus is happy to announce their plan to begin franchising Gustavus Adolphus College locations across the country for prospective entrepreneurs.  “We’re thrilled to be cooperating … Continue reading Gustavus Announces Plan to Franchise College*

GoW: Martin Lang

Staff Writer- Nhi Lee Photo Credits: Sebastian Ellis Altoro “My favorite thing about Professor Lang is that his door is genuinely always open,” Senior Clark Decaire said. “He has indulged me in talking about other classes, filmmaking, professional advice and more. He is an embodiment of all the things college should be for students.” This accessibility defines the teaching philosophy of Professor of Communication Studies … Continue reading GoW: Martin Lang

“Food Is Not Political”: Gustie Pantry Fundraises for World Food Programme in Palestine

Staff Writer- Cora Hess Photo credits: Anyah Moffett As the month of September comes to an end, both the United Christian Ministries and the Gustie Pantry are preparing for their World Food Programme Fundraiser.  United Christian Ministries (United) is the umbrella organization for every Christian organization around campus. United consists of representatives from each Christian organization as well as United’s President, Senior Grace LaTourelle.  Senior … Continue reading “Food Is Not Political”: Gustie Pantry Fundraises for World Food Programme in Palestine

“Rippling” Timeclock System Makes Waves

Staff Writer- Emily Heins For many Gustavus students, keeping track of hours worked is a routine part of having a campus job. This semester, students, employees, and administrators will be adjusting to a new system for recording those hours. The college has introduced Rippling, an employee-management platform that includes time tracking and other workplace functions.  Before Rippling, Gustavus used Ellucian Colleague for its employee management … Continue reading “Rippling” Timeclock System Makes Waves

Swipe Left or Right on Swipes? Proposed Meal Plan System Raises Controversy

Staff Writer- Evangelyn Hill Photo credits: Anyah Moffett Last Monday, the Student Senate held what is likely one of their longest community comment Q and A sessions. The purpose? To hear President Volin and Chief of Staff Katie Bishop talk about the changes to the campus meal system. Senate members and regular students alike packed a large Beck classroom, even sitting and standing in the … Continue reading Swipe Left or Right on Swipes? Proposed Meal Plan System Raises Controversy

Volleyball Extends Their Win-Streak

Staff Writer- Maddie Low The Volleyball team has won their last five games and they do not intend to drop the streak.Their first win of this run came in a 3-0 sweep against Schreiner University on the final day ofthe Trinity University National Invitational in San Antonio, Texas. The team then traveled toWaverly, Iowa a week later to play in the Wartburg College Invite where … Continue reading Volleyball Extends Their Win-Streak