Max Beyer: Representing Gustavus to the max

Whether he is in the classroom or on the stage, you are most likely to find Sophomore Computer Science Major Max Beyer amusing crowds of Gusties. The Eagle Scout and dedicated First Degree Blackbelt originally from Saint Peter, Minn., has shared numerous talents on our campus. The most obvious of these talents is his ability to entertain. After seeing several LineUs shows, Max was immediately … Continue reading Max Beyer: Representing Gustavus to the max

Students band together to host Loney Fest

If you have been to a hockey game recently, you might have noticed people throwing hockey pucks into the rink between periods. You may have also noticed people wearing wristbands bearing the slogan “Brendan—strength and hope.” This is in honor of Brendan Loney, a Gustavus student who was in a diving accident that broke his neck this past summer. On Saturday, Feb. 27, from 9:00 … Continue reading Students band together to host Loney Fest

Shutter Island is unreal, literally

Martin Scorsese has done it again. One of the most famed directors in Hollywood history has struck cinematic gold once more with his newest film Shutter Island. The movie, adapted from a book of the same name written by Dennis Lehane, is the epitome of a psychological thriller and will leave you second guessing reality for some time after you leave the theater. Shutter Island, … Continue reading Shutter Island is unreal, literally

Local Minnesotan Freya Manfred gives poetry reading

Poet Freya Manfred will be reading from her newest book of poetry, Swimming With A Hundred Year Old Snapping Turtle, on Thursday, March 4, 2010 in the Lind Interpretive Center. The poetry reading is open to the public and will be held from 7:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Manfred has received several awards for her poetry including the Minnesota Poetry Award. She also has five … Continue reading Local Minnesotan Freya Manfred gives poetry reading

“Truth’s” manipulative influence

We must refuse to become the subjects of society’s supposed truths. What do I mean? Everywhere we look we are being influenced by different societal forces, some good, some not so good. The media is telling us what to believe about Tiger Woods, the church is telling us how to worship, our roommates are telling us not to eat out of the pan and pretty … Continue reading “Truth’s” manipulative influence

I don’t care about apathy

Apathy is at once wonderful and annoying. It’s this brilliant song of people saying: “Whaddja do last weekend?” “Not much, watched the Olympics and had a couple beers.” Absolutely mindless dialogue we still seem to find interesting to talk about, despite the fact that the formula of sports event/party/going out and drinking never actually changes. And the conversation of the following week revolves around complaining … Continue reading I don’t care about apathy

Go ahead, make my day!

I have often spent many a lunch break in casual observation and appreciation of the opposite sex, positioning myself in the prime man-watching position around the table as I (seductively, of course) eat my chicken dumpling soup. And as I watch those entering the Marketplace, sitting with friends, sitting with lady friends, sitting alone, I wonder which of these fine fellows is in love with … Continue reading Go ahead, make my day!

A day at the capitol: an answer to rising costs

The economy—something I will probably never understand. I tend to leave that to my smarter, more numbers-oriented counterparts. However, I think that even I have a grasp on the fact that our state and federal economies are struggling. We have all seen how it is affecting the entire country, and I am sure we all have a personal scenario attached to the effects of a … Continue reading A day at the capitol: an answer to rising costs

Re: Sexual assault reported on campus

Last time I checked, one of the core values of Gustavus is Justice. The article “Sexual assault reported on campus,” crushed that value to pieces. I am absolutely appalled that this article was published in the manner it was, and there is more than one reason for this. Reason number one: Jeff Stocco was interviewed before the hearing for the assailant in question was held. … Continue reading Re: Sexual assault reported on campus

Re: New exhibit at Hillstrom Museum of Art shows familiar styles

I was pleased to see Annika Ferber’s informative article “New exhibit at Hillstrom Museum of Art shows familiar styles” in today’s issue of The Gustavian Weekly. The Weekly’s coverage of Museum exhibitions and programs is much appreciated. I would like to correct a small error in the article, however, in a quote attributed to me in the context of discussion of the liberal arts ideal. … Continue reading Re: New exhibit at Hillstrom Museum of Art shows familiar styles