Few among us can say that bathroom graffiti has profoundly influenced our political views. That hasn’t stopped some Gustavus students from trying to influence us, though, as anyone who ever spent a study break on a library toilet has doubtless witnessed. I recently found one such piece very intriguing, however: the ominous pronouncement that “CAPITALISM FAILED BIG TIME.” We have to assume that at least … Continue reading The McNasty side of capitalism
Every 2 years, CAB puts on a “big” concert, featuring a famous musical act as voted on by students. Recently, I have lost faith in Gustavus’s view on musical acts. I define a musical act as “a person or group who can play, perform, or sing and utilize talent and work ethic.” I lose respect for acts that perform with an audio track, usually consisting … Continue reading RE: Big Concert
This year’s Coming Out Week reminded us that we had passed the one-year anniversary of the infamous rock-painting. For those who don’t remember, the rock outside Old Main, which had been painted to advertise Coming Out Week, was later repainted black with a Bible reference that condemns homosexuality (Romans 1:27). While we do not agree with the methods in which this was carried out, the … Continue reading RE: Tolerance
Health fitness is one of several health-related majors offered at Gustavus. It combines classroom training with hands-on research and practice outside of the classroom. Department Chair and Associate Professor of Health and Exercise Science Bruce VanDuser feels that this research base is essential to the type of learning his students do. “Everything we teach is based on research,” VanDuser said. “This allows them to have … Continue reading For the health of it
If you, be you queer or ally, have been paying attention to ESPN over the last few months, you probably couldn’t tell whether or not American sports are making any progress in terms of respect and tolerance towards the queer community. Divergent events make headlines all the time, and between the New York Rangers’ Sean Avery supporting New Yorkers for Marriage Equality, and Kobe Bryant … Continue reading All alone, playing for the ‘other team’
Behind its shiny and welcoming façade, the Market Place can be a daunting frontier, shrouded in mystery and difficult to navigate. Anyone who has ever attempted to grab a quick lunch at 12:30 p.m. on a weekday can attest to the overwhelming anxiety produced by mobs of caffeine-fueled co-eds, accelerated by the haze of the panini grill. In this environment, making healthy and informed decisions … Continue reading Meet your nutritionist, George Elliott
Yes, the Lynx are the best team in the WNBA. A year after going 13-21 and receiving the first overall pick in the 2011 WNBA draft they are champions. Since 1999 when the Minnesota Lynx entered the WNBA as an expansion franchise they have epitomized Minnesota sports. The Lynx were losers. 2011 has seen the Twins lose 99 games, witnessed the Timberwolves lose 65 of … Continue reading The Minnesota Lynx Bring Minnesota its first professional championship since 1991
Monday, October 3 • A Gustavus student reported the theft of her unlocked bicycle from the bike rack at the Jackson Campus Center. • Two Gustavus students reported theft from an unlocked room in Norelius Hall. Tuesday, October 4 • Campus Safety responded to a Medical assist in Pittman Hall. • A Gustavus student reported a theft from her room in Norelius Hall. Wednesday, October … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (Oct 14, 2011)
