I have been a little concerned about the actions of the school during coming out week in regards to the rock painter.  While I totally disagree with what he did and his message, I recognize his right to say it. However, it felt like the school was coming to close to questioning the perpetrator’s right to say what he did. As much as we may … Continue reading Coming Out Week free speech

Gusties: November 2 will be a big day for Gustavus. As many of you are already aware, this is the day that your very own professor, Terry Morrow, will be re-elected as your representative at the Minnesota State Legislature.  But only with your help. I’m a graduate of the Gustavus class of 2009 and a current public policy student at the U of M. In … Continue reading Terry Morrow

I am a white heterosexual female and I have enjoyed the privileges that come with those identities for most of my life. However, for the last year, I have been in a serious relationship with a woman. I still consider myself “straight,” but I am deeply in love with my girlfriend—try fitting that into an acronym. I am “coming out” about this to the Gustavus … Continue reading LGBT equality

Dear Gustavus, We are a hurting community. We are hurting in our personal lives, in our student organizations, and as a whole community. It is OK to feel hurt; it reminds us that we are still human and that we are passionate beings. However, it is what we do with this hurt that can only bring about healing. If we sit around and discuss with … Continue reading Hurting community