Dr. Shatki Butler hosts workshop at Gustavus “Understanding White Culture as a 21st Century Leadership Skill”

On February 16, Gustavus welcomed Dr. Shatki Butler to our campus’ Alumni Hall. Dr. Butler is an esteemed facilitator, lecturer, trainer, and activist around race and social justice. Dr. Shatki Butler is the founder and President of World Trust, which is an organization established for racial equity and utilizes methods such as films and seminars to educate thousands of people each year about racial justice … Continue reading Dr. Shatki Butler hosts workshop at Gustavus “Understanding White Culture as a 21st Century Leadership Skill”

Gustavus professor helps open museum exhibit “Sacred Journeys” at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

Marcia J. Bunge, Professor of Religion and the Bernhardson Distinguished Chair of Lutheran Studies, was one of eight religious scholars invited to serve as a national advisor for a ground-breaking exhibit on world religions entitled “Sacred Journeys” held at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. The exhibit was created in collaboration with the National Geographic Society and funded by a 1 million dollar grant from the … Continue reading Gustavus professor helps open museum exhibit “Sacred Journeys” at the Children’s Museum of Indianapolis

Campus Safety Report (2/26/16)

Monday, February 15 • Campus Safety responded to a medi- cal assist at the Lund Center. • The Campus Safety Director was notified by a Campus Security Authority of a sexual assault that occurred in 2014. Tuesday, February 16 • Campus Safety responded to a medi- cal assist at the Jackson Campus Center for an injured employee. • Campus Safety responded to a suspected drug … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (2/26/16)

Minnesota’s Secretary of State visits Steve Simon sits down with Gusties

Secretary of State Steve Simon was on the road last week, making stops in Scott, Le Sueur, Blue Earth, Nicollet, Sibley, and McCleod Counties. He travelled to talk about business services, domestic violence prevention and to talk about the upcoming 2016 election to a variety of people, including students. On Thursday February 18, Simon hit the road again  making stops in St. Peter and the … Continue reading Minnesota’s Secretary of State visits Steve Simon sits down with Gusties

Sexual Violence on Campus: kNOw MORE

While in college, one in 5 women and one in 16 men are sexually assaulted. However, more than 90% of sexual assault victims on college campuses do not report the assault.    Although Gustavus is a relatively small school it is still susceptible to dangerous situations. It is important for students to remain not only cautious, but aware of what the college’s policies and resources … Continue reading Sexual Violence on Campus: kNOw MORE

Beneath the Crown (2/26/16)

What is a good education to you? “A good education is one where I can come away knowing that I learned something substantial. It has to be substantial enough that I can effectively take it into my workplace and surrounding community to better not only myself but also all of the people around me.” What would an education need in order to accomplish those goals? … Continue reading Beneath the Crown (2/26/16)

Tales from Abroad – Rachael Manser

How many people can say they have traveled to Cuba? I am so grateful to be able to say that I have, especially in light of the 2016 presidential election, the results of which will be pivotal in determining future U.S. relations with Cuba. I spent two weeks in the controversial country during J-term with a class called Cuba: Religion, Culture, and Identity. I know … Continue reading Tales from Abroad – Rachael Manser

Classics features reading of new play Oedipus in Jail

Gustavus Adolphus College often brings both well­ known and up ­and­ coming speakers, presentations, plays, and more to campus. The most recent emerging piece of work that is being presented at the college on March 3 is a reading of ​Oedipus in Jail,​a play written by two British playwrights whose work in prisons in the U.K. inspired this play with a critical look at the … Continue reading Classics features reading of new play Oedipus in Jail

Not just another Steve Jobs movie

The Oscars are coming up this Sunday, and fittingly enough, this weekend’s movie has a few nominations under its belt. It may not be up there for Best Picture, but Best Actor and Best Supporting Actress are still two highly talked about categories. Even if the Oscars are viewed as pretentious by many, one benefit is that it can draw attention to films that didn’t … Continue reading Not just another Steve Jobs movie

Gustie of the Week – Solveig Svendsen

Commonly, the Gustie of the Week is a junior or senior student simply because they’ve had a bit more time to develop their niche within the community. However, this week, sophomore Solveig Svendsen has challenged that archetype, proving that one doesn’t have to be an upperclassman to make noticeable impacts. “I came to Gustavus with the intention to dive right in. My dad always said … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Solveig Svendsen