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)
Cathy ten Broeke TB: What was your reaction to the news that Minnesota will support same-sex marriage equality? CTB: It was a huge relief and extremely powerful and, like for many people, we didn’t know we would so quickly see the legalization of gay marriage. I was blown away by the speed of the last part of that work. Of course the work of equality … Continue reading Alumna Wed interview with Cathy ten Broeke
Longtime-friend Jennifer Tammi JT: I met Cathy my first day at Gustavus. She and her freshman roommate,Lizanne Hart (with whom we are still close friends), stopped by my room to say hello. We all lived on the 1st floor in Sorenson Hall. My dad (class of ’63) and I were knee-deep in trying to build a loft and we asked Cathy and Lizanne if they knew anyone … Continue reading Alumna Wed interview with Jennifer Tammi
Kate Wittenstein Cathy invited Greg Kaster (History) and me (History) to attend her wedding because we knew her as a student at Gustavus, we have supported her work to end homelessness in Hennepin County, and we are strong supporters of marriage equality. Needless to say, we were honored to be invited. Minnesota is now the 12th state to recognize same-sex marriage. Cathy had two majors … Continue reading Alumna Wed interview with Kate Wittenstein
Longtime friend, Liesl Batz LB: Cathy and Margaret being chosen to be the first same-sex couple to marry in Minnesota was a gift to us all. Their willingness to share such a personal experience with us through the media (and by having nearly 1000 guests at their wedding!) was extraordinary in and of itself but the way they handled the entire build up to the event … Continue reading Alumna Wed interview with Leisl Batz
* The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but rather the lyrics of the radio edit of NWA’s “F@#$ tha Police.” They really tame that song down. Friday, Sept. 6 Title IX Training for New Faculty: Jackson Campus Center 2:30 p.m. Who will conduct this discussion about misconduct? Weekend Movie: The Purge: The Arb 9 p.m. Lying … Continue reading Calender (9/6/2013)
Introducing new Chaplains to campus Between previous experiences serving as a pastor in Guyana and South Africa, and traveling the country studying the intersection between science, religion, and faith, Reverend Siri C. Erickson and Reverend Brian E. Konkol are bringing colorful backgrounds and a fresh energy to campus. “We are excited to bring a hopeful, energetic spirit to the way we share our work together. … Continue reading New Chaplains Erickson, Konkol seek a Daily Sabbath
