The Calendar Page is considered editorial. The opinions expressed herein are not the opinions of The GusTavian Weekly, but rather entries in the personal diary of ex-reality television star Kevin Federline. Friday, Sept. 14 Nobel Conference Preview: Alumni Hall 2:30–3:30 p.m. Previews are almost always better than the full feature. Sorry to burst your bubble, science fans. Sophomore Socials: Johns Family Courtyard 3-5 p.m. “You … Continue reading Calendar (9/14/12)
Ben Miller, Managing Editor and Victoria Clark, Editor-in-Chief: Beth Schmidt, A & E Editor: Kristina Ericksen, Opinion Editor: Tram Bui, News Editor: Aaron Albani & Rebecca Hare, Copy Editors: … Continue reading A night at the Weekly office.
The Women’s Tennis team began its season last Tuesday. The players have had a positive outlook on the upcoming matches, and the team seems to be off to a confident start. “I think we have already made great strides towards becoming a better tennis team in the first week of practice,” Senior Captain Heather Annis said. The fall season kicks off this upcoming week with … Continue reading Women’s Tennis—serving up a great season
In a time when gas costs almost four dollars per gallon, pollution is a legitimate concern and health is an emerging priority, commuting via bike seems like common sense. At Gustavus in particular, biking is becoming increasingly popular amongst students and professors alike. While there are many different reasons behind biking to campus, one of the most common is to save time and money. “Since … Continue reading Saving your wallet, the Earth, and your health
With the competitive season quickly approaching the Men’s Tennis team, Head Coach Tommy Valentini is ready to practice hard and welcome the six new players to the family this year. On what was only the third day of practice, players seemed fired up and ready to begin their practice, and to prepare themselves not just physically but mentally for their upcoming competitions for the season. … Continue reading Men’s Tennis: a three-crown season
Many people in Minnesota may wonder what the connection is between the distant oceans and our small part of the world. Chemical oceanographer and lecturer of Nobel Conference 48: Our Global Ocean William Fitzgerald will soon arrive on campus to tell us just how interconnected we all are to the oceans and marine life around us. Chosen as the Rydell Professor for Gustavus’s Nobel Conference … Continue reading Rydell Professor to speak on Nobel Preview
Wes Moore, an army veteran and advocate for helping kids find the support they need, is the author of this year’s Reading in Common book, The Other Wes Moore. Moore will be speaking on campus Tuesday, Sept. 11th in Christ Chapel, after which there will be an opportunity for book signing. The Other Wes Moore was chosen as the Reading in Common book because it … Continue reading Wes Moore addresses campus
“Orientation weekend was jam-packed with social activities, greeter group meetings, academic advising sessions and much more.” -Kristen Campbell “I wanted to be a resource for new students and let them know I am someone they could turn to in this new place” –Lydia Benge Briggs A group of excited Greeters gets ready for move in day. “My advice to … Continue reading Orientation 2012
Friday, August 31 • A Gustavus employee reported damage to college property in Chapel Circle to Campus Safety. • Campus Safety responded to a medical assist request in Anderson Theater. Saturday, September 1 • Campus Safety responded to a medical assist on College Grounds adjacent to Beck Hall. • A Collegiate Fellow contacted Campus Safety to provide a medical escort for a student in Norelius … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (9/7/12)
The suggestion offered above is for all those Gusties out there who would like to enjoy their bedroom for the remainder of the school year. I have since had a nightlight installed. Cabin in the Woods tells the story of five college students who decide the upcoming weekend is prime for taking a janky old motorhome to a pleasantly abandoned cabin. This cabin is conveniently … Continue reading Do not watch alone in your room with the lights off
