I think that we shouldn’t exclusively focus on those in poverty. I think that we should not focus so much on other people suffering. Instead, I think that we should focus on athletic achievements and on the entertainment industry. I want to hear about Adrian Peterson breaking records, about who won the Oscar for Best Leading Actor, about Apple’s new iPhone 8 (or whatever number they … Continue reading Do We Need A Shift?
* The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but you know what, The GusTavian Weekly? It’s about damn time you take responsibility those you hire! Sunday, April 20 Zumba with Paige: Lund 224 7 p.m. It’s an amazing thing to see your dreams come true before your eyes. Zumba War 2014 is that very realization … Continue reading Calendar (4/18/2014)
Independent papers give students more voices Students of an increasing number of alternative publications, largely started from scratch, are changing the definition of what it means to be a college journalist and revolutionizing how news at colleges and universities is provided and produced. By offering an unbound, real-time take on news at Gustavus, these alternative student publications are able to go beyond what the mainstream, … Continue reading Alternative Student Press
Wednesday, March 26 Campus Safety performed a welfare check on a student in Norelius Hall. Campus Safety received a report of two students cited by the Saint Peter Police Department on Saturday, March 15 for underage consumption and one of the students was cited for underage drinking and driving while on College grounds. Thursday, March 27 Two students while on College grounds were cited for … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (4/18/2014)
O ver the last month, an unusual amount of bias incidents were reported to the Dean of Students. The incidents have prompted questions as to the administration’s response method and spurred campus-wide dialogue regarding cultural divisions within the Gustavus community. According to the Dean of Students Office, four bias incidents were reported within a few week’s time. Due to federal law that guarantees the privacy … Continue reading Administration, students respond to bias incidents, prompts dialogue on cultural divisions
Many students walking past Christ Chapel in the evenings are familiar with the faint strains of organ music emitting from the building. More often than not, it is the sound of Junior Biology and Music Major David Lim at the keys. Lim’s time with the organ recently paid off as he was honored as the winner of the Immanuel Lutheran Church Organ Competition in Evanston, … Continue reading David Lim named winner of Immanuel Lutheran Church Organ Competition
After 14 years of dedicated service, Campus Safety Sergeant Mike English is retiring from his position at Gustavus. To celebrate his diligent work and highlight his accomplishments, there will be a farewell reception today, March 28, in the Three Crowns Room. English is originally from Portland, Oregon and has lived in various places around the United States due to his previous career in the United … Continue reading Campus Safety Sergeant Mike English retires after 14 years
Real Beauty Speaker Stacy Nadeau opened her presentation on Friday, March 21 with a warning that she would be completely open and honest with the audience for the entirety of her allotted hour and a half. Nadeau followed through as she discussed her own body insecurities, as well as eye-opening topics that hit home for many in the audience. According to Nadeau, who was a … Continue reading Dove Real Beauty Speaker inspires students to consider media influence and body image
Members of each Gustavus class have a sense of pride for their school and their fellow classmates. On March 20, members of the class of 2016 came together to celebrate talents during the Sophomore Class Showcase. The only requirements for participating were being a member of the sophomore class and having a talent to share. Sophomores Britta Johnson and Olivia Tusa, who are both class … Continue reading Showcase unites sophomore class
