In 1940, the United States instituted the Selective Training and Service Act, which required all men between the ages of 21 and 45 to register for the draft. In 1942, the age was lowered to 18. More than 10 million men entered military service through the Selective Service system during World War II alone. The last time the draft was used was in the Vietnam … Continue reading The True War on Women
She’s kind of trashy,” “had the most vulgar mouth of any girl I’d ever seen” and “was unattractive but had big breasts,” were just some of the phrases Peyton Manning used to describe the Director of Health & Wellness at his then university. The worst part about these quotes? They were entirely fabricated for the sole purpose of destroying the reputation of a single person … Continue reading Protecting the NFL’s Golden Boy
We can’t print his name. You all know it anyway. The topic of fervent discussion on campus for the past month, He-Who-Must-Not-Be-Named was charged with criminal sex conduct following reported sexual assaults involving two other Gustavus students to the St. Peter Police Department. To be clear, he has not been convicted of any crimes. His first day in court was scheduled for March 1. For … Continue reading (REDACTED): Our Failure to Report
The Mankato Free Press in its report on the Gustavus student charged with sexual assault involved in the Dec. 13th incident identifies the alleged, so some may be wondering why it is that The Gustavian Weekly did not in “Sexual Assault at Gustavus”? As a Managing Editor for The Gustavian Weekly and the author of the piece “Sexual Assault at Gustavus,” my commitment first and … Continue reading Editorial
By this time next year, A.H. Anderson Hall, will be a brand new building. The complete renovation of the building started this past January of 2016. The new and improved Anderson Hall will be able to house multiple facets of Gustavus including: the Department of Education, the College’s Academic Support Center and Writing Center, the John S. Kendall Center for Engaged Learning, and a new … Continue reading Gustavus’ $8 million renovation
March 5, 2016 will commemorate the 21st Building Bridges Conference, an entirely student run event which promotes social change, diversity and awareness. This year’s conference is titled “Silver or Lead: The Wealth and Violence in the War on Drugs” and will focus on the effects of the massive spending on drug-fighting efforts by the United States Government and the role of United States Drug Policy … Continue reading Building Bridges is back and better than ever: ‘The War on Drugs’ brought to you by Gusties
Monday, February 22 • Campus Safety received a report of damage to a College-owned vehicle that occurred while off campus. • Campus Safety and Residential Life responded to a suspected drug violation in North Hall. Two students were referred to the campus conduct system for underage possession of alcohol. Tuesday, February 23 • Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at the Kresge Dance Studio … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (3/4/16)
The 21st annual Building Bridges Conference will take place this Saturday, March 5 at 9:00 a.m. Students have been working tirelessly to prepare for this event. “Everyone involved in the conference has given their all for the last year. It’s hard to believe the day is finally here,” Sophomore Melissa Saholt said. Each year, the Building Bridges Conference discusses a relevant social issue through a day … Continue reading SILVER OR LEAD: Wealth and Violence in the War on Drugs
What is a passion of yours that you’re pursuing? “Well I’m majoring in music education! I’m aiming and hoping to be a school band director someday.” What made you choose that career path? “It was really the teachers that I had as a high schooler and a middle schooler. I was just really lucky and had a ton of fantastic teachers, especially my band directors. … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (3/4/16)
