This recurring segment will highlight a senior Gustavus athlete each week. Q: What were your expectations for the season? A: My expectations for this season were to make it to conference and to place high at the conference meet. So far I am ranked first in conference and have finished either first or second in every meet except one. I also have aspirations of going … Continue reading Senior Spotlight: Nick Carlson
Following Men’s Golf’s impressive showing at the MIAC Championships last fall, where First-year Chris Captain beat the whole field and led the Gusties to a second place finish, the team has had a spring of up and downs. The colder spring season lead to a lot of travelling. They competed in Florida, Georgia, and Illinois before playing their first home tournament on April 19. “We … Continue reading Confidence peaks as season finale approach
A theme in recent church services I have attended lately is how God shows up in our lives. The question “How has God shown up recently in your life?” gets asked. How would you respond to that question? Is that even a question you have ever thought about? God has been showing up in my life recently. He has made His presence known to me … Continue reading Seeing With New Eyes
There are plenty of ways to say that something is coming to a close—the curtain falls, the end is near, and for the fans of Game of Thrones, winter is coming. This is precisely where we have found ourselves, nearing the end of another year at Gustavus, which means that it is also the natural time for reflection. We reflect on our choices for classes, … Continue reading Reflections From A First-Year
Gustavus Library Associates (GLA) are hosting the fifth annual Books in Bloom. The event takes place in the Folke Bernadotte Memorial Library where ‘blooms’ will be displayed with a book. Each bloom is a unique floral interpretation of the novel or other media found in the library. “The event is an opportunity to highlight the good work of Gustavus Library Associates.”—Sonja Timmerman “It’s about two-dozen … Continue reading Library hosts fifth annual Books in Bloom fundraiser
Students, faculty, and community members will gather for the Celebration of Creative Inquiry in Jackson Campus Center banquet rooms from 5 to 7 p.m. on Friday, May 1. Students will be presenting projects which highlight work they have done over the past year. “Celebration of Creative Inquiry (CCI) is an annual event that allows Gustavus students to showcase the research, scholarship, and creative work that … Continue reading Gusties showcase work at Celebration of Creative Inquiry
Monday, April 20 •Campus Safety responded to Uhler Hall for a medical assist. A student was transferred to the E.R. by ambulance. •Campus Safety Director completed investigation of a report received Friday, April 17 of threatening communication by a staff member. Tuesday, April 21 •Campus Safety responded to a suspected drug violation in Norelius Hall. One student was referred to campus conduct system for underage … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (5/31/15)
Diversity Week took place last week and was filled with activities involving organizations associated with the Diversity Leadership Council to promote open conversation and learning. Junior Public Accounting and Political Science major Haley Coller is a member of organizations that hosted events throughout the week, but she also attended many others hosted by other organizations. “Diversity Week highlights different arrays of platforms of diversity on … Continue reading Diversity Week encourages learning and openness
During Earth Week, students likely noticed the addition of a green “Sustainability Pillar” which resided outside of the cafeteria. According to Gustavus Greens Co-President Cameron Reischauer, the idea for the pillar originated during the meetings of the student organization as a component of Earth Week. Students and faculty passing by were encouraged to sign the pillar in support of sustainability efforts during Earth Week. “We … Continue reading Students propose new core value
Starting Saturday May 2, the the Senior Art Majors Exhibition will be showcasing in the Hillstrom Museum of Art on the first floor of Jackson Campus Center. There will be an opening reception on Saturday during Honors Day from 4-6 p.m. The pieces will be showcased in the museum until Graduation Commencement on May 31. These are pieces from some of the students being showcased. … Continue reading Showcasing Senior Artwork
