Beneath The Crown

Beneath The Crown (12/04/15)

What is something you’re fascinated with? I’m really fascinated with languages. Growing up, I was around a melting pot of languages: English, Spanish, just everything really. It just really fascinated me. Learning how language has evolved over time in different areas, and especially how romance languages themselves sort of evolved into their own separate languages in different regions. I’ve just always found them so fascinating. … Continue reading Beneath The Crown (12/04/15)

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Gustie of the Week

Gustie of the Week – Tyler Bishop

If you glance out into the fan section of most Gustavus sporting events, you can usually spot Senior Tyler Bishop decked out in Gustie gear, leading the loudest chants, and cheering his fellow classmates on to victory. “Tyler is the biggest fan at sporting events. At a recent football game he was told by a referee that his megaphone needed to be confiscated but the … Continue reading Gustie of the Week – Tyler Bishop

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Sports & Fitness

Women’s Basketball Working Hard: Team looks to improve in the face of rule changes

On Monday, Nov. 16, the Gustavus women’s basketball team began their season with a win against Martin Luther College. The team started off shaky at first, leaving the first-half with a score of 36-35. However, the ladies picked up their speed in the second half of the game, defeating the Knights 79-59. Sophomore forward Miranda Rice played a big role in the win; in total. … Continue reading Women’s Basketball Working Hard: Team looks to improve in the face of rule changes

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Sports & Fitness

Football Gets to Seven Wins for the First Time since 2001

This past Saturday, the Gustavus football season concluded with a loss to the University of St. Thomas, who are currently ranked 4th in the nation according to d3football.com. Despite the loss, the Gusties had a rather successful season. The team ended with a record of 7 wins and 3 losses, the best record the team has had since the 2001 season. Compiling a conference record … Continue reading Football Gets to Seven Wins for the First Time since 2001

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Senior Spotlight, Sports & Fitness

Senior Spotlight – Chris Narum

Q: What are your expectations for the season? A: Our expectation is to put ourselves in a situation to have success in postseason play. We believe in our team and by staying focused on the process we will be in a good position. Q: What is your best athletic memory? A: Last year when St. Thomas came here the atmosphere was electric. Having such great … Continue reading Senior Spotlight – Chris Narum

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Sports & Fitness

Cross Country crosses finish line strong

Both the Gustavus Men’s and Women’s Cross Country teams competed at the NCAA Central Region Meet on Saturday, Nov. 14 down at Central College in Pella, Iowa. Neither team had individuals qualify for the National Tournament but the race was still a strong finish to both of their seasons. The men’s team placed 6th out of 29 teams. In total, the team amassed 227 points … Continue reading Cross Country crosses finish line strong

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Opinion

The Limitations of the 2nd Amendment

We as American citizens have 27 amendments to our Constitution that shape the foundation of our very nation. Some are longer than others, some apply to today’s world, others are moot points. The amendment that I believe is argued about the most, and also happens to be the shortest, is the second amendment: “A well regulated Militia, being necessary to the security of a free … Continue reading The Limitations of the 2nd Amendment

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Opinion

The Underfunded and Overworked FDA

Earlier this year, I read an article from The New York Times that discussed a lack of funding that the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) desperately needed to enforce a certain food safety law. This seems to be a common theme in the government these days; agencies and government programs being underfunded. Yet maybe we should consider giving a little more funding to an agency … Continue reading The Underfunded and Overworked FDA

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Opinion

Is News Even News Anymore?

In today’s world, what people account for and call ‘news’ is questionable. Often times people are only interested in what might be called “shock news”: information that is so outrageous that we can’t but help to click on the website or pick up the magazine/newspaper. At the same time, even when a newspaper or media channel does not use these shock tactics, the information provided … Continue reading Is News Even News Anymore?

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