* The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but Rebecca Bergman’s first rulings as President-Elect of Gustavus. Making a lot of noise here. Friday, Mar. 7 GAC’s Got Talent: The Caf 7 p.m. But grammatical fluency is not one of those talents. Weekend Movie: The Hunger Games: Catching Fire: Wallenberg Auditorium 7 & 10 p.m. Given how clumsy … Continue reading Calendar (3/7/2014)
Wednesday, February 26 A non-student and a Gustavus student while in Gibbs Hall were cited by the Saint Peter Police Department for underage consumption. The Gustavus student was cited for underage consumption and possession and a social host violation by Campus Safety. The non-student was issued a trespass warning by Campus Safety. Thursday, February 27 A Physical Plant employee reported suspicious activity at Norelius Hall. … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (3/7/2014)
Many students will find themselves asking, at some point in their educational careers, if college is really worth it, perhaps while slaving over a research paper or studying furiously for a final exam. On Wednesday, Feb. 26, a performance from the Minneapolis-based improvisation group, The Theater of Public Policy, joined in conversation to openly address and explore this question in partnership with guest speakers, Philosophy … Continue reading Is college worth it? Theater of Public Policy seeks to find answer
This fall, the decision was made to accelerate a staged workforce reduction of one percent over several years, to three–four percent carried out this year. With the workforce reduction, Gustavus will go from 218 to 210 full-time faculty, increasing the student to faculty ratio of 11:1 to nearly 12:1. Low 2013-14 enrollment resulted in low revenue for the school and smaller class sizes, which, according … Continue reading Accelerated workforce reduction faculty cuts announced
Through pots of chocolate, strawberries, pretzels and more, news about President’s Ball spreads through campus with a buzz of excitement. On Thursday, Feb. 20, students gathered around fondue in Norelius Hall, Pittman Hall, and the Courtyard Café. The event was a preview for the President’s Ball and a time to answer the questions that first timers might have about the popular campus event. The Campus … Continue reading CAB kicks off President’s Ball festivities with fondue
There have been many ongoing and heated discussions about The Dive in the last several years at Gustavus. Many people view The Dive as a gross, crowded and underused place where renovation is essential. Others may view The Dive simply as a Friday night place that does not deserve such attention, efforts, and money. Recently this topic has been brought up again as the word … Continue reading Student Senate to readdress Dive renovations
Big Partner Little Partner (BPLP) teamed up with the Tau Mu Tau (TMs) sorority on Feb. 17 to host Snow Dayz, an event filled with snacks, activities, and crafts for students of the BPLP organization and their little partners to attend. This event was unique because it brought two unrelated on-campus organizations together to co-host an event. Senior TM Community Service Chair Hayley Lofquist was … Continue reading TMT teams up with BPLP for Snow Dayz event
Gustavus women’s hockey will face Bethel University in the MIAC playoffs at Don Roberts Ice Rink this Saturday, March 1 at 2:00 p.m. After falling 1-0 to Bethel last weekend on Saturday, the Gusties are seeded number two in the league, behind St. Thomas. This is the first time in ten years the Gusties have not won the conference title, but the team hopes that … Continue reading Women’s hockey enters MIAC Playoffs as number two seed for first time in ten years
Due to the coating of snow on the outdoor tennis courts, the Gustavus women’s tennis team practiced inside as they began their spring season last week, practicing each day and setting their goals high from the start. The team is comprised of 13 women, including one senior. Head Coach Jon Carlson, who has been coaching women’s tennis at Gustavus for the past 24 years, said … Continue reading Young women’s tennis team bonds on and off the court
