Homelessness sleep out promotes awareness

The students from the FTS: Politics of Homelessness class took part in the annual Sleep Out Nov. 16 – 19. While there were similar experiences hosted on campus before, the official Sleep Out in connection with this class first occurred 14 years ago. “Every year, I’ve changed something to ramp it up,” Professor Richard Leitch said. “Sleep outs were originally one night, usually a Friday, … Continue reading Homelessness sleep out promotes awareness

Hungry and Homeless in Minnesota

You may have seen dozens of students on campus carrying around sleeping bags and cardboard boxes, and sleeping in hallways this past week. These students, combined with the cardboard signs hanging around campus with homelessness and hunger facts, are raising awareness about the current realities of homelessness and hunger in our country. These students are a part of Associate Professor in Political Science, Environmental Studies, … Continue reading Hungry and Homeless in Minnesota

The FOURTH CROWN: Issue 11

The content of this page as satirical in nature and in no way reflects the views of The Gustavian Weekly, Gustavus ,or its faculty, students, or administrators. The Fourth Crown is not intended for readers under the age of 18     Optimistic freshman sees only positives coming out of SnapCash Mankato, MN — Following SnapChat’s recent announcement that it will now be able to … Continue reading The FOURTH CROWN: Issue 11

Tales from Abroad (11/21/14)

Tales from Abroad is an ongoing section in which Gustavus students share the highlights of their study abroad experiences. This summer I had the opportunity to work on an American Military base in Okinawa, Japan. Okinawa is a small island off the southern coast of Japan, which has a distinct history and culture of its own. In fact, one of the first things I learned while … Continue reading Tales from Abroad (11/21/14)

Gustavus musicians fill the frosty air with music

Music has been filling the air at Gustavus Adolphus College, and it’s not about to stop. The final weeks of November are full of music concerts and events, including Gustavus and Vasa Wind Orchestras, Musical B.A.R., Brassworks, Philharmonic and Symphony Orchestra, Jazz, Woodwind Chamber, and Percussion. James Patrick Miller, Director of the Gustavus Wind Orchestra, has been a faculty member  since 2008. He was one … Continue reading Gustavus musicians fill the frosty air with music

You’ve got a friend in the future of Pixar

After producing 14 films, Pixar has become renowned for their work in the world of animation. With the recent announcement of Toy Story 4 in addition to several other planned sequels and original films, Pixar has slated the next few years to be full of animated wonder. For some, the announcement of Toy Story 4, came as a surprise. For many the third movie perfectly … Continue reading You’ve got a friend in the future of Pixar

Mental Health and Wellness fair promotes awareness

The Psychology Department and a number of students are putting on their third annual Mental Health Wellness Fair Tuesday, Nov. 18 at the St. Peter Community Center from 6-8 p.m. “We want the community to realize that many people experience psychological distress and there is help available to them”—Marie Walker The Mental Health Wellness Fair is a free event to educate people in the surrounding … Continue reading Mental Health and Wellness fair promotes awareness