Letters to the Editor

Re: BEER. it’s what’s for breakfast … and lunch … and dinner

Several questions to everyone who objected to The Weekly’s article on Case Day: When has censorship ever been considered just or effective? Do you honestly believe that if The Weekly does not print an article on Case Day, this tradition will weaken or end? Do you really believe prospective students are naïve enough to believe that binge drinking does not occur at college? The Weekly … Continue reading Re: BEER. it’s what’s for breakfast … and lunch … and dinner

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Letters to the Editor

Vandalism in one of the showers in Co-Ed

On Monday, March 8, I was notified that there was a vandalism in one of the showers in Co-Ed. Someone chose to write in permanent marker, “(Name) and (Name), get a real job,” directing this message at the building’s custodians. Even worse, this vandalism took place during Custodial Appreciation Week. Thanks to the permanent marker, a team of five Gustavus students (myself included) and the … Continue reading Vandalism in one of the showers in Co-Ed

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Letters to the Editor

Neutral-faith space

Recently, the proposed idea of a “neutral-faith space” has come under attack. The point of a neutral-faith space is to have a place where non-Christians can worship and practice fellowship; a place where a cross, easily the most Christian symbol existent, is not the focal point of the building, both inside and out; a place where the name of the building does not clearly state … Continue reading Neutral-faith space

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Sports & Fitness

A formidable end to a great season

The Gustavus Men’s Hockey team’s season ended last Saturday with a 3-1 loss to St. Norbert College. Despite losing 2-1 in overtime to St. Thomas in the MIAC Championship game, the Gusties received one of three coveted at-large bids into the NCAA Tournament along with the opportunity for revenge in a rematch with St. Thomas. Fortunately, the men were able to knock off St. Thomas … Continue reading A formidable end to a great season

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Sports & Fitness

Gustavus Women’s Hockey team hosting Division III Championships

With the beginning of the NCAA Division III Women’s Hockey Championship this Friday and Saturday, Gustavus Adolphus College will host the Championship Finals at Don Roberts Ice Rink. It will be the first time that a team from the West Region hosts the Championship in the nine-year history of the women’s tournament. The Gustavus Women’s Hockey team will play defending National Champion Amherst College of … Continue reading Gustavus Women’s Hockey team hosting Division III Championships

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Sports & Fitness

March Madness or bust

The 2010 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament, otherwise known as March Madness, begins this weekend with 48 games from Thursday through Sunday. Look around you. The snow has disappeared into the damp ground. Jackets are being hung up and put away, necklines are plunging, shins and thighs see their first sunlight since October. Green buds are peeking their heads out of dormant branches, in preparation for … Continue reading March Madness or bust

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Campus safety report

Mar. 8 – Mar. 13 Safety Report

Monday, March 8 A professor reported to Campus Safety that he had received some bias incident type material from an unknown source. Friday, March 12 Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at Christ Chapel. A College employee reported the theft of an unattended jacket from Dining Service. Saturday, March 13 Campus Safety responded to a domestic dispute call at Uhler Hall. Tip of the … Continue reading Mar. 8 – Mar. 13 Safety Report

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Announcements

Weekly Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor Applications

Applications for the 2010-2011 Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor positions are now available. To request an application or more information, please E-mail weekly@gustavus.edu. Editor-in-Chief applications are due Tues, April 6, 2010 (the first day back from Spring Break) and Managing Editor applications are due Mon, April 12, 2010. Continue reading Weekly Editor-in-Chief and Managing Editor Applications

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News

Building Bridges Conference on Immigration

On Saturday, March 13, 2010 Gustavus is hosting the 15th annual Building Bridges Conference. This year’s theme is “Immigration: Surviving the Land of Opportunity.” The conference will focus on the obstacles immigrants face upon their arrival, as well as the daily struggles of adjusting to life in the United States. “Immigration is hugely important for a whole variety of reasons,” Assistant Professor of Religion Thia … Continue reading Building Bridges Conference on Immigration

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