Next week, on Oct. 11, National Coming Out Day will be observed by students all across the United States. Here at Gustavus Adolphus College, Queers and Allies (Q&A) is planning its own event in conjunction with Coming Out Day. The week of Oct. 10 through Oct. 15, Q&A will be sponsoring Coming Out Week. “Coming Out Week is a celebration of self-awareness, of being true … Continue reading Coming Out Week begins Oct. 15
On October 10 from 3:00 to 6:00 p.m., Africa Partners Medical is sponsoring Pasta at Patrick’s to help raise money for scholarships that fund secondary school education for Nigerian students. Africa Partners Medical (APM) has been around for four years on the Gustavus campus. It was started by two former students who worked at the Mayo Clinic in Rochester, which is where APM originated.The organization … Continue reading Africa Partners Medical to hold benefit at Patrick’s
Dr. Mahzarin Banaji will be presenting a talk entitled “Mind Bugs: The Science of Ordinary Bias” on Thursday, Oct. 14, at 7:00 pm in the Wallenberg Auditorium as part of the John Kendall Lecture series. Through studies of human thinking of the unconscious nature, assessments of self and other effects of social connections, the works of Banaji, who is currently a psychology professor at Harvard … Continue reading John Kendall lecturer: Dr. Mahzarin Banaji
President Jack Ohle announced on Sept. 23, 2010 that six members of the college’s Board of Trustees have agreed to commit a contribution totaling $5 million to the college’s endowment. The money will go toward the department of economics and management, and it is enough to endow two positions. The donors, who wish to remain anonymous, specified that the money go toward one distinguished professorship … Continue reading Six trustees pledge to endow faculty positions
Senior Music Major Logan Arndt is known on campus for his involvement in the orchestra, band and woodwind quintet. Often he can be found at the Greens House, where he resides, or at the Swedish House, where he soaks up the Scandinavian culture. When he is hungry, he can be found at the Market Place enjoying his favorite dessert, Yum Yum Bars, or back at … Continue reading Logan Arndt: The musician… the man
In 2003, Brian Evans came to Gustavus Adolphus College, as he puts it, “a non-dancing social justice college football player.” Now he is a professional dancer for the Stuart Pimsler Dance Company, and on Sept. 14 of this year Evans was awarded the “Outstanding Performer” SAGE award. SAGE awards give recognition to achievements in the Minnesota dance community. It was through a series of opportunities, … Continue reading ‘07 Gustie grad Brian Evans receives SAGE Award for “Outstanding Performer”
Fitting a studio art course into a typical academic schedule can be troubling for many Gusties. Fortunately, students with an interest in clay and ceramics may have more opportunities to practice this medium than they realize. The Clay Center, a branch of the Arts Center of St. Peter, offers a variety of one-time and weekly programs for any interested individuals in the community. Located near … Continue reading Clay Center provides art opportunities for both St. Peter and Gustavus community
River Rock Coffee Shop Located right on the main drag, this coffee shop is full of delicious goodness and inviting vibes. Try the quiche, try the soups, try the coffees and the fresh baked pastries. The staff is friendly and the chairs are comfy. 301 S Minnesota Ave. Mon – Sat: 6:30 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Sun: 8:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. Collective Memories Antiques … Continue reading Getting to know Saint Peter
Finally, fall is upon us! Familiar smells, the crunch of leaves underfoot and the leaves changing colors beckons us all outside. And why not, with such beautiful weather? For us on campus, it is one of the best times of the year to appreciate the Linnaeus Arboretum. Fun fact: did you know the Arboretum is shaped like Minnesota, and different foliage and flora corresponds to … Continue reading Walking a path through the arboretum
