Rubber? Does anyone have a rubber I can borrow?” I overheard a girl shout in my studio art class on a rainy Thursday afternoon. I immediately took out my headphones to ensure I heard right. Yes, I had heard right. I dropped my charcoal stick and thought to myself, “Did she really just say that? Did she really just ask for a condom in the … Continue reading Tales from Abroad (11/15/2013)
The Norse god of thunder has returned to wage war and save the world—all nine realms, in fact—in Marvel’s Thor: The Dark World. With almost all of the major characters from the first movie returning,minus those from S.H.I.E.L.D., and a few new additions, this continuation of the battles of the great prince of Asgard is definitely worth taking a look at. Remember Chris Hemsworth’s portrayal … Continue reading Thor 2: a small ripple in Marvel’s pond
Senior Dance Major Johnny Bates was thrilled to learn last spring that he had been selected to choreograph a dance piece for this fall’s Choreographers’ Gallery, showing Thursday, Nov. 21 through Sunday, Nov. 24. At auditions, Bates searched for the two dancers who could most effectively convey the mood of his piece. Bates’s duet is one of eight dances choreographed by junior and senior dance … Continue reading Student choreographers dig deep for Pure Movement Plus
There were plenty of blockbusters drawing in large audiences to the theatres in the summer of 2013. Because of this, there were even more underrated films, some of which I haven’t even heard of until now. One of these films was The Spectacular Now, which had the writers from the critically acclaimed 500 Days of Summer. Is The Spectacular Now a hidden gem? The plot … Continue reading The Spectacular Now: low budget, high reviews
Your student status is worth more than you think Your Gustavus student ID card (you know the one, that gold card tucked in the back of your wallet, held together with Scotch tape) gives you a number of privileges on campus, such as being able to get meals from the Caf or check out a book from the library, but the truth is, your ID … Continue reading Student Di$counts
Like many students at Gustavus, I am a devout Lutheran, and it’s a running gag for Lutherans to poke fun at our Catholic friends every now and then. However, it must be understood that we should accept and tolerate others based on their beliefs, whether they be a full-blown theology nut or a staunch atheist. In recent months, Jorge Mario Bergoglio, better known as Pope … Continue reading Do unto others
Most people, if not everyone, have had very positive experiences at the zoo. They are popular tourist attractions because they are exciting for those both young and old. Who doesn’t remember seeing their favorite animal at the zoo as a child? Seeing the lions and the tigers, the wolves and otters, and all the reptiles and birds? But every once in awhile, you will catch … Continue reading Troubled at the zoo
You are in the library, third floor to be exact. You open your textbook, notebook, and laptop. You put on your favorite headphones. You take a deep breath and brace yourself for another long night. Two hours pass. Now three. Now four. You keep telling yourself you can’t stop until every page has been read, every question has been answered, every assignment has been completed, … Continue reading Developing your identity
We currently have a problem on our hands that affects our generation more than any other generation before us. It all comes down to health care. Even though this is a heavily discussed topic, I feel that with the recent developments of the health care debate, it is an issue that we can’t ignore any longer. In the past few weeks, a plan was made … Continue reading The president apologizes
* The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but rather the script notes Nic Cage left for National Treasure. The guy gets into his roles. Friday, Nov. 15 Faculty Shop Talk: Interpretive Center 4:30 p.m. All of the profs are super excited about shopping for the PlayStation 4. Hmong New Year Open Mic Night: Courtyard Café 7 … Continue reading Calendar (11/15/2013)
