As part of a series sponsored by the religion department, Gustavus has hosted colloquia on the concept of community in local, academic and global terms. The final set of panelists in the colloquium will be on Friday, May 13 from 2:30 to 4:00 p.m. in Olin 103. It will be the last of three colloquia in the series, titled “Community: Concept & Reality.” The series … Continue reading Three professors to speak at colloquim on community
On May 29, the Class of 2011 will walk away from campus with diplomas in hand. For many, the day is bittersweet as they look forward to life after college, but know they will miss this place and the people they’ve shared it with. These next few days will be a time of great reflection for many seniors as they celebrate their experience at Gustavus. … Continue reading Class of 2011 Senior Spotlight
Upon first meeting Patricia Kazarow, one may not be aware of the passion, intelligence and high dedication that the choral professor has brought to Gustavus. But then she bursts with an energy and enthusiasm that immediately draws the listener in to what she is saying. One cannot help but be engaged when around Professor Kazarow. This is one of Patricia Kazarow’s (or PK, as she … Continue reading Patricia Kazarow — Singing the final farewell
On May 15, two men, Jon Kaus and Dan Barker, will participate in a formal debate mediated by Professor of Political Science Kate Knutson, and sponsored by the Fellowship of Christian athletes (FCA). The debate entitled, “Can we Be Good without God” will be held in Alumni Hall at 7:00 p.m. According to FCA advisors, the debate is meant to “bring to campus an event … Continue reading Can we debate about God?
The Diversity Leadership council (DLC) will host their annual Diversity Awards Banquet on May 14, at 6:00 p.m. in Alumni Hall. The event honors two students, one faculty member and one event each year that have exemplified outstanding commitment to promoting diversity on campus. “What the awards try to do is honor the students, faculty and events that have made great strides in promoting diversity … Continue reading Highlighting diversity on campus
Fear and Loathing in Las Vegas meets Nightmare Before Christmas in Rango, an animated children’s movie about a water-deprived Western town in search for the hero they need to save them from superstitions. Johnny Depp lends his distinguishable voice and witty disposition to the main character, Rango, a chameleon and out-of-work actor. He realizes, after being thrown out of a moving car, that he is … Continue reading On-campus movie: Go see Rango
There are a lot of things I’ve learned in my time at Gustavus, most of which have nothing to do with the classes I’ve taken. Some things I learned in the first week, some things I learned yesterday. As a first-year, I struggled to find friends who treated me well. I was going to transfer, I was going to leave this institution and never look … Continue reading Gustavus actually
My last article as a Gustie arrives too soon for me. For you, who have either read or ignored me for the last two years, this article may be a sigh of relief; I certainly have not always been the most agreeable or friendly commentator. Even before that, I had a few snippy editorials published. I’m sure only a select few would care to remember. … Continue reading Cashing out at Gustavus
Sometimes I wonder: if actions speak louder than words, why the hell am I writing? I’ve asked myself this while writing papers for my English major, while writing (or trying to write) poetry, even when writing this column. Despite loving words, I still ask myself what makes my words any better than anyone else’s; what makes my words worthy to read? Who am I to … Continue reading Final suggestions
Anticipation is the worst. All of the planning, the hopes, the doubts, the worries—it’s more than exhausting. College, especially in the spring, is full of anticipation. Students are constantly in the mode of planning—they’re in thick with expectation for courses, for majors, for extracurriculars, for potential jobs. I think there is a misnomer among students and the older adults who no longer remember being 22—the … Continue reading No last words, just an overused ellipsis
