Another perspective on Israel and Palestine Before reading last week’s publication of The Gustavian Weekly, I had already formulated a plan for what I would write in this week’s edition. After reading Chelsea Johnson’s article entitled “Israel and Palestine: a struggle for peace after a century of conflict” my planned topic suddenly struck me as inconsequential. I felt that, without the presence of a contrasting … Continue reading Food for thought
Dear Editor, As a recent graduate, I would just like to thank the fine folks at The Gustavian Weekly for keeping me and people like me up to date on the goings on about campus. Being suddenly cut off from campus life and sharply thrust out in to the professional world was a traumatic experience; yet having a link back to the place which … Continue reading Letter to the Editor (12/7/12)
Dear Editor, It is only with the deepest concern in my heart that I write this letter to address the concerning circumstances which have arisen regarding President Ohle. It is with deep commitment and passion for this college that I must express my shock that no action has been taken after these last few years to rectify the significant issues which have arisen with … Continue reading Letter to the Editor (12/7/12)
To Whom it May Concern, There has been, in the past, much confusion about the college community’s frustrations with President Jack Ohle. As a student, I knew something was wrong, and I tried hard to inform myself. I spoke with faculty and staff, followed public conversations, and read whatever documents were made public, but was foiled again and again by an air of fear, … Continue reading Letter to the Editor (12/7/12)
Despite their rocky start to the season, the men’s hockey team has kept morale high and worked hard in practice in order to do well for the rest of the year. They kicked off the season with a win against Hamline University with a score of 2-0 and continued to win against Concordia the following day with a score of 5-1. On their November 2 … Continue reading Men’s hockey remains optimistic
As semester final projects approach and students begin to study for exams, many are looking for an extra edge to defy their body’s needs and forego sleep and proper nutrition. These are essential to optimum function, health and mood balance, yet students still look to the aid of energy drinks and other caffeine sources that may not be ideal choices when dealing with either personal … Continue reading To energy drink, or energy eat?
The women’s basketball team is starting off the season not only with new head coach Laurie Kelly, but also a new attitude and perspective towards the game. Head coach Kelly believes the team has gotten better with every game and is proud to have started off right during the first part of the season on the road. Coach Kelly is expecting the team to take … Continue reading New coach, new perspective brings high expectations
Despite offseason promises of a successful 2012-2013 season, the Minnesota Timberwolves are off to a disappointing start. The team has not given up yet, though. In fact, the Wolves are more optimistic than ever, as they prepare for the return of Ricky Rubio. The Wolves have an 8-9 record, are 3-5 within the Western Conference, and are 0-2 within the Northwest Division. The team is … Continue reading Timberwolves don’t let injuries keep them down
