Green power advocates and environmentalists are watching their ambitions of a wind-powered Gustavus float away. Though the College has been making plans for a wind turbine for almost two years, the process has not been easy. Much of the time spent in planning was used to find a company that would sell individual turbines instead of large orders. After being wait-listed for a number of … Continue reading Hopes for Wind Turbine Blown Away
Arbor View Arbor View Apartments house 59 students in apartment-style living. Each apartment contains a living room, two bedrooms, two bathrooms, a dining room, and kitchen. The apartments are furnished with a sofa, chairs, dining room table, and a bed, dresser, desk, and desk chair for each occupant. There is no computer lab. Prairie View Prairie View Hall is the smallest residence hall on campus … Continue reading Where in the World… are you living next year?
Junior Theatre and Political Science Major Kim Braun has always been interested in how she can change the world. Kim’s recent trip with Gustavus’ Social Justice, Peace and Development in India underlined how much change is needed, both in America and around the world. One of the things that impacted Kim the most was working with the local people, and people of the varying castes … Continue reading Kim Braun: Working for change
Brain asks Pinky, “Are you pondering what I’m pondering?” My answer, though not as vapidly resonating as Pinky’s, is, “I think so, Brain…But can we really think globally and act locally to save the world without wearing capes?” Welcome to my ponderings, happily nestled in this week’s leafings of the Weekly. Across the mending walls of nations, waters and time, the news in all its … Continue reading Global and local…where’s our heart?
Here are some things that sum up American culture at this juncture in time. Ketchup, the number one condiment, a shiny, disgusting tripe. Corn syrup and tomato concentrate, sputtering messily and measily out of a garish plastic bottle. Think about it. But wait, you can’t eat a burger without it. And burgers are good. Best not think too hard about it. Also, at the grocery … Continue reading Only Shallow
The Gustavus men’s hockey team remains in first position in the MIAC after defeating division opponents Augsburg in back to back games last week. The Gusties won 6-2 at home last Friday, and 3-2 on Saturday in Minneapolis. The series sweep placed Gustavus two points ahead of Hamline in the MIAC standings with a division record of 6-1-1. The Pipers follow with a 5-0-1 division … Continue reading Men’s hockey holds first place in MIAC
With a hard fought win over St. Benedict’s and a composed victory over Bethel, the Gustavus women’s basketball team retained their hold of first place in the MIAC. With an impressive record of 9-1 in division and 11-2 overall, the Gusties have consistently outplayed their opponents. At Bethel last Saturday, the Gusties played a tight game against the Royals. Back and forth play left Gustavus … Continue reading Record tying start propels women’s basketball
Wednesday, January 13 Campus Safety was called to Norelius Hall for an alcohol violation. 2 non-students were trespassed from campus and 5 students were cited for underage consumption. Friday, January 15 Campus Safety was called to the International Center for a roommate domestic dispute. Saturday, January 16 Campus Safety was called to Norelius Hall, 2 students were cited for underage consumption and 1 non-student was … Continue reading Jan. 13 – Jan. 16 safety report
The Fabric of Life, a January Interim Experience course, is out to knit together more than sweaters this month; it’s about knitting together a community. While there is a January Interim Experience class about the craft, the lab times on Monday and Wednesdays from 3:30 to 4:30 in the Nobel Hall Atrium during January are open for all students, faculty and community members to come … Continue reading Gustie Knitters Craft a Community
