As often as sexism racism sexual oppression and gender oppression are rightfully decried in the pages of the commentary section, I feel as if a certain kind of oppression and consciousness is ignored fairly often. Often enough to warrant an inclusion that is particularly relevant as this crop of seniors prepares to graduate. This omission is class oppression and class consciousness. Like it or not, … Continue reading Boo to bootstraps
Have you ever wished there was a spot on campus where all of the students liked to hang out? A lounge-like space where you could grab a snack and relax in between classes? Sounds pretty great, doesn’t it? Gustavus is missing this student lounge. Sure, we have the Evelyn Young Dining Room and the Courtyard Café, but neither of these spots provide the lounge-like feeling … Continue reading Student lounge
Soon my daughter’s journey at Gustavus Adolphus College will end. In looking back, it amazes our family how fast time passed, but also permitted us to look at the realities of Gustavus’ Christian faith presence. Before accepting Gustavus, we spoke with the past President, past Dean of Students and current Chaplains. Accepting Gustavus as a college of high academics, our conversations focused on Gustavus’ practice … Continue reading Gustavus’ Christian faith presence
The Gustavus Men’s Hockey team had the best finish of any men’s team by advancing to the NCAA Quarterfinals. This year was a year of firsts for the Gustavus Men’s Hockey team. The Gusties had the best finish of any of the men’s varsity teams for the 2009-10 year. The Gusties finished with an overall record of 20-7-2, the first 20-win season for the Gustavus … Continue reading Men’s team of the year: Hockey
The Gustavus Women’s Hockey team advanced all the way to the Frozen Four, which was hosted at the Don Roberts Ice Rink. The Gusties finished fourth in the nation. The Gustavus Women’s Hockey team returned to the NCAA Frozen Four for the first time since its fourth place finish in the 2005-06 season. This year’s Gustie squad also finished fourth but received the exciting opportunity … Continue reading Women’s team of the year: Hockey
Gustavus Senior hockey player David Martinson was the most accomplished male athlete in Gustavus athletics for the 2009-10 school year. Besides leading the Gusties to an NCAA Quarterfinal finish, a 20-win season and a regular season MIAC crown, Martinson excelled on the ice more than any other Division III player in the nation. He received the 2010 Sid Watson Award, symbolic of the nation’s best … Continue reading Men’s athlete of the year: David Martinson
Gustavus Senior point guard Bri Radtke led the Women’s Basketball team to an 18-4 record in the MIAC, eventually losing to St. Thomas in the MIAC Playoff Semifinal game. Leading the Gusties to an 18-4 record and a second place finish in the MIAC, Gustavus Senior basketball player Bri Radtke was the most accomplished Women’s athlete of the year. The team’s second place finish was … Continue reading Women’s athlete of the year: Bri Radtke
Gustavus Men’s Head Basketball Coach Mark Hanson coached the Gusties to the MIAC Playoff Championship game Gustavus Men’s Head Basketball Coach Mark Hanson led the Gustavus Men’s Basketball team to a somewhat unexpected second place finish in the MIAC, along with a berth in the MIAC Playoff Championship game. The Gusties concluded their season with a tough loss in overtime in the MIAC Championship to … Continue reading Men’s coach of the year: Mark Hanson
Leading the Gusties to their third MIAC Championship in four years, Women’s Swimming and Diving Head Coach Jon Carlson is the Women’s Coach of the Year for Gustavus athletics. The Gusties were able to defeat defending champion Carleton in order to reclaim the MIAC Championship. During the course of the season, the Gusties broke three MIAC records, four meet records and 12 school records. Carlson’s … Continue reading Women’s coach of the year: Jon Carlson
Monday, May 3 A bias incident in Uhler Hall was reported to Campus Safety. Tuesday, May 4 A Gustavus employee reported lost Gustavus keys. Campus Safety responded to suspicious activity in Uhler Hall. Wednesday, May 5 A Gustavus student reported their unlocked bicycle missing from the bike rack at Southwest Hall. Campus Safety responded to suspicious activity in the Stadium parking lot. Thursday, May 6 … Continue reading May 3 – May 7 Stafety Report
