Opinion

An Open Letter to the Board of Trustees of Gustavus Adolphus College, James H. Gale, Chair

I am writing to you today not only as a Gustavus student, but as a concerned member of the broader Gustavus community for which we all care deeply. Wednesday, March 18, 2009, I attended a faculty meeting at which Chairman of the Board of Trustees James H. Gale spoke to the changing Provost position and the role of the President and the Board in that … Continue reading An Open Letter to the Board of Trustees of Gustavus Adolphus College, James H. Gale, Chair

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Opinion

Obama’s anti-charity proposal

President Obama recently released a proposal to reduce tax deductions for charitable giving. You might be thinking, “Why should I care? The tax code is boring, and President Obama is a liberal Democrat who really cares about poor people.” There are a couple of errors I see in this logic, but the biggest concern I have with the proposal is that Democrats and other leftward … Continue reading Obama’s anti-charity proposal

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Sports & Fitness

Gustavus overcomes injuries, looks to send legendary coach out on top

After a rough trip out west, the Gusties look to the playoffs with a big head of steam behind them Another long and successful season for Gustavus Men’s Tennis is nearing its end as the Gusties prepare for their final regular season matches this weekend. The team will head north to face St. Thomas and Macalester this Saturday in what will be a final tune-up … Continue reading Gustavus overcomes injuries, looks to send legendary coach out on top

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Sports & Fitness

Gusties propelled into conference title contention

Gustavus has found a way to keep their opposition at bay, despite losing their perfect MIAC season to a split with perennial powerhouse St. Thomas The Gustavus Women’s Softball team has displayed its dominance on the diamond this season by winning 19 consecutive games. The Gusties head into the final weekend of the season in prime position to halt St. Thomas’s bid for a sixth … Continue reading Gusties propelled into conference title contention

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News, Top Stories

Global Trees: Releaf Relief

Gustavus students have an opportunity to experience the wonders of nature right on the Gustavus campus. This year’s Linnaeus Symposium features the topic “Global Trees: Releaf-Relief.” The conference will take place on Wednesday, April 22, hosting a mélange of exciting speakers, activities and art work. “The whole point is to get people exposed to nature,” said Bob Dunlap, an Arboretum naturalist specializing in birds and … Continue reading Global Trees: Releaf Relief

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News

Gustavus’ Relay for Life: A National Leader in Raising Money for Cancer Research

The sixth annual Gustavus, Relay for Life, scheduled for this Friday night in Lund Center, hopes to build on the success of previous year’s Relays. “Our ‘Relay’ was fourth in the nation last year for schools of its size,” said Senior Psychology Major and Relay Co-Chair Holly Andersen. Eight years ago, during her first year in high school, one of everyone’s worst fears became a … Continue reading Gustavus’ Relay for Life: A National Leader in Raising Money for Cancer Research

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Variety

First-year Chloe Radcliffe: the champ with no sense of timing

She is the most decorated forensics speaker in the state of Minnesota. She practices ten hours a week. She qualified for Nationals in all six of her events this April, helping the Gustavus Forensics Team achieve 18th place in the country. But First-year Chloe Marie Radcliffe harbors a dark secret: “I can’t read analog clocks,” she said. “Oh, and I can’t whistle either, and I … Continue reading First-year Chloe Radcliffe: the champ with no sense of timing

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Variety

Jazz Lab Band excels in Eau Claire competition

Gustavus’ jazz bands have traditionally been groups that the college can brag about, but according to Gustavus Jazz Lab Band Director Steve Wright, this year’s group has been one of, if not the best, he has directed during his 19 years at Gustavus. On April 3, the Gustavus Jazz Lab Band got the chance to demonstrate its talents at the Eau Claire Jazz Festival alongside … Continue reading Jazz Lab Band excels in Eau Claire competition

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