Opinion

Dante, divinity and other words starting with “d”

I spend a lot of time on the internet. In particular, parts of the internet that aren’t always polite. Ever heard of 4chan? I’m used to slurs, trolling and flamewars, rage, shock-sites and Rick-Rolling. So when I walked into class on the first day of J-term, I was expecting something much different than what unfolded. See, this was a class on Dante Alighieri’s The Divine Comedy, … Continue reading Dante, divinity and other words starting with “d”

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Letters to the Editor

Letter to the Editor

Chair Bernhardson and the Board of Trustees, Your recent, dismissive letter to Gustavus Alumni focused solely on the fundraising achievements of the past few years. Even in the one area he hasn’t completely failed at, President Ohle has been a lackluster fundraiser. Without him, I believe our outstanding Vice President for Institutional Advancement would have had similar results. Further, I believe that the Becks showed … Continue reading Letter to the Editor

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Sports & Fitness

Mother Nature disappoints, the nordic team does not

Despite a relatively disappointing winter in terms of snowfall, the Gustavus Nordic Ski team has had an impressive showing this season. The men’s and women’s teams placed fifth and sixth, respectively, in the NCAA Qualifiers in January and had five skiers place in the top 30 of the second day of NCAA Qualifiers, resulting in fifth place finishes for both teams. “I am extremely happy … Continue reading Mother Nature disappoints, the nordic team does not

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Sports & Fitness

Undefeated women’s hockey clinches #1 seed in MIAC

The women’s hockey team is now focusing on finishing their last four conference games. So far the team’s future looks very promising. They have been ranked number two for ten consecutive weeks by USCHO.com for Division III women’s hockey, and after their first tie of the season against University of Wisconsin-Superior, they remained one of two unbeaten teams with a record of 20-0-1. For seniors … Continue reading Undefeated women’s hockey clinches #1 seed in MIAC

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Sports & Fitness

Exercise and understanding willpower

With a new semester comes an opportunity to plan a workout regimen that fits into your new schedule and fulfills your personal goals for improved health and fitness. When looking forward to the benefits you hope to gain through regular exercise—better overall health, mood and concentration—it is essential to recognize the important role willpower plays in decision-making. The Science Daily article, “Tough Day at Work? … Continue reading Exercise and understanding willpower

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News

Martin Luther King Jr. memorial lecture:

Speaker focuses on MLK’s impact on youth and social media As Martin Luther King Jr. Day approaches approximately 30 years of celebration and remembrance, Gustavus recognizes the legacy of the civil rights leader and his non-violent activism. The school invites David and Mary Winton Green Professor of Political Science at the University of Chicago Dr. Cathy J. Cohen to deliver the 2013 Martin Luther King … Continue reading Martin Luther King Jr. memorial lecture:

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