Buongiorno amici (Italian for hello friends) ~ A new column for you all to enjoy in The Weekly! What’s with the title? In order to better understand it, you must say it in a foreign accent as if you were making fun of Americans. So it comes out sounding: Uuuuuuu-mericans. Before I continue to tease actions of our people, let’s get some background. I am … Continue reading Interesting roots
In response to an article I read in The Weekly, I must say this: Voting DOES matter. It matters to all the people who are fighting overseas, who want to defend a country against who they believe are the enemy. It matters to the families of those who are fighting, who have lost their children in war and want the troops home. It matters to … Continue reading Voting
Head Coach Jon Carlson said, “We put a big emphasis [on] being more than just a bunch of individuals swimming for our school … We want to be a team.” This mantra has come to define the Gustavus Swimming and Diving program, which is one of the few athletic programs that combine men and women into one cohesive unit that trains, travels and competes together. … Continue reading The power of the Speedo
After a long offseason of reflecting upon what could have been, the Gustavus Men’s Basketball team is back on the court working hard to avenge its heartbreaking 78-71 overtime loss to Carleton in the conference finals last spring. The Gusties compiled a 13-7 record in MIAC play last year that placed them in a tie for the second best regular season record in the conference. … Continue reading With past pain comes future triumph
Last year the Gusties finished with a 63-60 loss to St. Thomas and ended up sharing the MIAC Championship title. According to Senior Brittany Holm, this requires some changes to be made this year. “We were one of the top defensive teams in the conference, but there’s always room for improvement. Also, rebounding can be greatly improved. We may not have ‘redwood-type’ post players that … Continue reading Women’s Basketball looks to claim a second consecutive MIAC Championship
Monday, November 1 Campus Safety responded to a medical assist in Lund Center. Tuesday, November 2 Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at the Carlson Administration Building. Thursday, November 4 A student in Norelius Hall reported a theft from his unlocked room. Friday, November 5 Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at Schaefer Fine Arts for an injury that occurred on Thursday, November … Continue reading Nov. 1 – Nov. 7 Safety Report
The Weekly’s photographers work hard to capture the campus in pictures each week. Unfortunately, much of their work never leaves their cameras, as we only have room to print so many photos in each issue. In order to bring you more of these photos here on our website, we have improved the site’s slideshow system. This week, make sure you check out The Philosophy of … Continue reading Photo slideshows
As the days get shorter and the weather gets colder, most people are trying to stay indoors and avoid going outside as much as possible. What if you didn’t have a warm place to go and you were left to endure the freezing cold? From 7:00 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 12 to 5:00 p.m. on Saturday, Nov. 13, the Senior Youth Group at Gustavus will … Continue reading Sleep Out to remember the homeless
