Well, fellow Gusties, one week in and everyone’s made it out alive, albeit with a few headaches along the way. Classes are well on their way. The piles of homework and stress levels are both escalating at an alarming degree. Well, for me at least. Not that I don’t love being here, of course. I just wish I could have had that “orientation/move-in feeling” a … Continue reading Of bro-hugs and name games
For many years I was what some consider a “Grammer Nazi.” I used to correct people when they meant “well” instead of “good” or snap at the use of the phrase “could you borrow me a pencil.” I had always been adamant that people should speak in a way that is elegant or “educated,” as some may define it, but over the past few years, … Continue reading Grammar
A friend of mine asked me a particularly interesting question towards the end of last spring semester. She told me that a mountain lion had been responsible for taking a baby directly from a backyard in California. This mountain lion (or puma or cougar) then dragged the baby off in what was to become a fatal attack. Now the question she asked me was, how do … Continue reading Where the wild things are no longer
Superman is one of the most iconic fictional characters ever created, but he has not exactly aged well in recent years. People claim that he is “too overpowered” and “boring” whereas other heroes have traits that draw the media closer to them. Iron Man has interesting technology, Spider-Man is relatable, and Batman is, well, Batman! Superman may have had a good start with the first … Continue reading Man of Steel review: may not be super, but still decent
For 23 consecutive years, Saint Peter has held the Rock Bend Folk Festival in Minnesota Square Park. Full of live music, activities, delicious food, and sights to see, the festival is an excellent way to end the summer. Usually about 8,000 people turn out to attend this free event. The festival kicked off at noon on Saturday Sept. 7 and went through the weekend. This … Continue reading Rock Bend Folk Festival draws in crowds for 23 years
The Hillstrom Museum of Art opened up on Monday Sept. 9, 2013 for another year of showcasing various artists with varying types of work. The three current exhibitions, Recent Acquisitions and Debuts of the Hillstrom Museum of Art, String Theory and the Superconducting Super Collider Series: Paintings by Lucinda Mason, and Associated American Artists; Art by Subscription, will run through November 10, 2013. The opening … Continue reading Hillstrom features potential largest exhibit yet
* The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The Gustavian Weekly, but rather the manuscript of President Obama’s Syria speech. I think he’s skirting around the issues. Friday, Sept. 13 Russian Tea: Phi Beta Kappa Room 4 p.m. The Americans also defeated the heavily favored Russians in tea brewing at the 1980 Olympics. Weekend Movie: Man of Steel: Wallenberg … Continue reading Calender (9/13/2013)
In response to student dissatisfaction with the escort route, Campus Safety has again altered the way students can safely travel around campus. Campus Safety Sergeant Mike English has been with Campus Safety for 14 years, and is changed with handling student employees. “Years ago, we had an escort program where students would call in for a ride. It would be backed up too much. People … Continue reading Campus Safety Rides
On Aug. 30 at 9 a.m. the website, GustieLeaks, announced: “In 24 hours, we will retire the documents of GustieLeaks indefinitely. This is our sign of good faith; we believe that focusing on renewal and healing will drive Gustavus to grow.” The statement was true to its word; the website was closed the next day. If one should visit gustieleaks.com, all that will appear is … Continue reading Campus conversation follows closure of GustieLeaks
Monday, September 2 A Collegiate Fellow investigated a possible policy violation that was reported over the weekend in Uhler Hall involving one student and one former student. Collegiate Fellows responded to a noise and alcohol violation in North Hall involving three students. A Collegiate Fellow responded to a noise and possible policy violations in Norelius Hall involving four students. Tuesday, September 3 A student was … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (9/13/2013)
