Nyden Hill – Staff Writer This past Friday, the Gustavus baseball team took on the University of Northwestern Eagles at home in an attempt to capitalize on their first home game of the season. Entering the contest, the Gusties were sitting below .500, being 3-8 on the season. The Eagles were also coming into the matchup just below .500, boasting a 5-6 record. Despite the … Continue reading Baseball wins home opener
Parker Burman – Staff Writer The Gustavus women’s tennis team traveled north to Fargo, North Dakota for a MIAC match-up against rival Concordia. Once all the matches had concluded the Gusties headed home with a 9-0 victory over the Cobbers. The Gusties came away with two set victories in each of their singles matches which propelled them to their fourth victory of the season. “It … Continue reading Gustie tennis shines in Fargo
Emma Esteb – Staff Writer The Gustavus softball team headed down to Claremont, Florida for a warm getaway full of softball and sun. The Gusties started out hot as they finished with two back-to-back wins on the first day of the trip. They faced St. Lawrence and started the day with a 4-0 victory. Later that afternoon, the Gusties posted a 6-3 win against Manchester … Continue reading Softball soaks up the sun
Will Sorg – Movie Guy This is not the worst movie I have ever seen. It is certainly the only movie I have gotten paid to review that I would describe as utterly worthless, devoid of all passion, and genuinely garbage, but it is not the worst movie I have ever seen. Let me take you back to a simpler time. You remember the I … Continue reading The Yummy Gummy Search for Santa: Abject Suffering In Movie Form
David Eide – Opinion Columnist One of the most important holidays of the year is fast approaching and I believe it’s necessary to do some serious thinking about the ideas behind it. I am of course referring to April Fools’ Day, that wonderful day where practical jokes and tomfoolery reign supreme and you cannot let down your guard lest you fall victim to a masterfully … Continue reading Fooled ya!
Jonas Doerr – Opinion Columnist Being hot usually isn’t relaxing. A hothead is someone who gets angry easily. A heated argument is usually a bit too intense. Someone who breaks into a cold sweat is nervous or afraid. And if a situation is steamy, nobody involved will be very calm. The sauna is different. Instead of becoming angry or nervous, most people relax when sweating … Continue reading Is the sauna actually good for you?
Houston McLaury – Opinion Columnist There is never a moment that goes by where music is not in the lives of every person. With the invention of the mobile phone, a whole library of albums can be accessed with a simple touch of the finger. Cars have built-in radios, soundtracks can be found in nearly every tv show and movie, and even in grocery stores, … Continue reading There’s a need for Music History in schools
Michaela Woodward – Staff Writer Originally from Burnsville, Minnesota, Senior Ron Romero has found a second home in Gustavus and through his time and experiences here has been inspired to see more of the world. Romero is a Psychology and Music double major who has sung with the Gustavus Choir since his first year on campus. Touring with the choir has been a highlight for … Continue reading Gustie of the Week: Ron Romero
Katie Doolittle – Staff Writer Mark Hanson ‘83 is in his first year as the Recreation Program Coordinator. In this position, Hanson is responsible for organizing and hosting different recreational opportunities for student life. Some of these activities include canoeing, kayaking, rock climbing, and bowling. For Hanson, as an Outdoor Education Professor in the Health and Exercise Science department and a former basketball coach, this … Continue reading Gusties take on the great outdoors
Colin Maiwurm – Staff Writer substances. One of these substances that are used frequently is opioids. On Thursday, March 30 the Alpha Sigma Tau sorority hosted a Narcan Training event. “Naloxone (also commonly known as Narcan) is a medication that can be administered to treat a narcotic overdose in an emergency situation,” said the Gustavus Webpage.This training event was from 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. … Continue reading Narcan Training
