Students react to terminal contract decision
On April 1, 2008, an e-mail announcing the end of Adjunct Instructor Warren Friesen’s time at Gustavus went out to his students in the Gustavus Symphony Orchestra (GSO). For a moment, some hoped it was simply another April fool’s jokes that the orchestra is known for, but they soon discovered that they were indeed losing their conductor. Friesen, who is in his eighth year at … Continue reading Students react to terminal contract decision
Gustavus students face bias on campus
While most Gustavus students find the campus to be generally free of intolerance, an undercurrent of bias has recently drawn the community’s attention. On March 6, 2008, President Jim Peterson sent an e-mail informing the campus that at 12:30 a.m. that morning, a group of men shouted homophobic remarks outside of the Adolphson House, a campus-owned Intentional Learning and Service (ILS) residence occupied by five … Continue reading Gustavus students face bias on campus
Looking on life’s bright side
Meet Your Fellow Gustie: Kayla Nelson Sophomore Religion Major Kayla Nelson is a walking “Book Mark.” Owning almost every sweatshirt that the Book Mark sells, it is unusual to see Kayla walking without a smile or her Gustie apparel. “She smiles a lot. [That’s something] people obviously see,” said Kayla’s older sister Katie Nelson, a junior psychology major. “[Kayla] was actually the cause of me … Continue reading Looking on life’s bright side
Balancing between work and play
The Peer Assistants provide an “invaluable” resource to the Gustavus community By now, many students have probably noticed the Peer Assistants’ monthly edition of ‘Once Upon a Potty,’ but perhaps few have realized what a great resource the PA program is for students. Unlike other student groups that focus on the community beyond Gustavus, the Peer Assistants work strictly to identify student needs. As peer … Continue reading Balancing between work and play
Making a Statement: Raising Awareness About Homelessness
Habitat for Humanity Presents: Act! Speak! Build! Week If you’re planning on attending the Ben Folds concert on Saturday you might want to consider finishing your homework the next day and fitting in a good night’s sleep. According to the Gustavus Habitat for Humanity executive board, it’s going to be a big week. From Monday, April 21 to Sunday, April 27, Gustavus will join other … Continue reading Making a Statement: Raising Awareness About Homelessness
Quick rule change presents problem
The NHL’s knee-jerk reaction to Steve Avery’s actions was unwarranted and creates the potential for other poor unilateral decisions Sports are made possible by a wide array of both written and unwritten rules. These guidelines, in addition to the respective governing bodies that enforce them, are the reason that games have structure. But what happens when someone breaks these rules in the middle of the … Continue reading Quick rule change presents problem
Tennis teams enjoying MIAC success
Men win twelfth consecutive MIAC title while running win streak to 214 The fifth-ranked Gustavus Men’s Tennis team recently clinched their twentieth consecutive MIAC championship with a victory over nationally ranked Carleton. The Gusties have been great so far this season and they have had no problem adjusting to the outdoor courts. They posted a perfect 9-0 MIAC regular season record with their victory over … Continue reading Tennis teams enjoying MIAC success
Saving the world in Svalbard
A sci-fi movie set in an apocalyptic future couldn’t have created a better story. In the frigid Arctic region of Norway called Svalbard, scientists are safeguarding humanity from destruction. Into a mountain of solid sandstone they have carved a giant underground vault with walls of steel-reinforced concrete one meter thick, dual blast-proof doors, state-of-the-art security systems and the capacity to house millions. Millions of seeds, … Continue reading Saving the world in Svalbard
Too busy to break up
Hello, significant other. I am so glad we were able to schedule some time together. Between my chemistry club meetings, my volunteer events, my job, my six classes, orchestra rehearsal and writing my thesis, things can get a little crazy. What do you mean, “We need to talk?” We are talking. Right here in the Caf between my eight o’clock class and my nine o’clock … Continue reading Too busy to break up