Since the day Jack R. Ohle was announced as President of the College, his actions have been steeped in controversy. This commentary is meant to inform those who are unaware of those effects and spark the attention of the student body as whole, especially first-year students who are unaware of the College’s recent unease. We cannot let the wrongs of the past to be swept … Continue reading What’s happening at Gustavus?
Current and former Gustavus students from around the country will gather in Hollingsworth Field on Saturday to watch the Gustavus Football team take on Pacific Lutheran University in the annual Homecoming game. The matchup is sure to prove vital as Gustavus attempts to gain momentum heading into the second half of the season. For last season’s matchup between the two teams, the Gusties traveled to … Continue reading Home sweet Homecoming
The past month, the Gustavus Men’s Cross Country team has been moving at full steam. Since the Alumni Meet on September 12, 2009, the team has raced on to the St. Olaf Invitational and to the Roy Griak Memorial Invitational in St. Paul. Placing seventh at the St. Olaf Invitational was a positive boost for the team. Senior Mark Hartman, who finished 15th out of … Continue reading Running through the season
Gustavus Women’s Soccer team prepared to turn season around after a difficult start to Conference play Despite some difficult losses, the Women’s Soccer team remains positive and feels strong going into the second half of the season. The Gusties currently have a record of 6-4-1, with a Conference record of 2-3. “We’ve had a couple tough losses, and obviously anyone wishes they could turn those … Continue reading Gustie Women ready to rebound
Monday, Sept. 21 A student reported the theft of his unlocked bicycle from the bike rack at College View Apartments. Tuesday, Sept. 22 A student was charged with drug possession and drug paraphernalia possession. Wednesday, Sept. 23 The department of Campus Safety responded to a medical assist at the Chapel. An attempted burglary was reported in Schaefer Fine Arts. Thursday, Sept. 24 A student reported … Continue reading Sept. 21 – Sept. 26 Safety Report
Early next week, time on the Gustavus campus will come to a screeching halt for all students, faculty and staff. Daily routines will be put on hold, the campus will flood with outsiders and for two days the college will, for the 45th consecutive year, commence hosting the Nobel Conference. As the Conference approaches, it is important to take time to reflect on the impact the event has on the greater community and why Nobel has become such an integral piece of Gustavus’ traditions. Continue reading Gustavus’ 45th Nobel Conference
Amidst the hustle and bustle of college life, safety and awareness often take a back seat to studying and socializing. The average college student has an overflowing schedule full of classes, study groups, extracurricular activities and periodically even a social life. Gustavus works to protect students’ safety and well being through the Campus Safety Department. Director of Campus Safety Ray Thrower has been with Gustavus … Continue reading Campus Safety releases Clery Act report
Dr. Leonard Smith, emeritus professor of history at California Lutheran University and a former professor at Luther College, is scheduled to deliver two presentations on the Gustavus campus as part of a publicity tour for his new book Religion and the Rise of History: Martin Luther and the Cultural Revolution in Germany, 1760-1810, available in the Book Mark. The first lecture, titled “Teaching the Idea … Continue reading A word with Dr. Smith
Last year, some students may have noticed a change during Homecoming Week: the seniors were not asked for their Homecoming Court nominations. Instead, the faculty, administration and staff were asked for Homecoming Court nominations. The court is then selected by tallying the nominations, and the five most nominated men and five most nominated women make up the homecoming court. After the selection of the court, … Continue reading CAB changes nomination process for Homecoming Court
