Women’s Volleyball Bumps Winning Record: Gusties Serve a Beatdown to the Bennies

Staff Writer- Alayna Boe The Gustavus Women’s Volleyball team had its home opener on Sept. 26th. The 14-2 team faced off against the College of Saint Benedict Friday night and took home a 3-1 victory over the Bennies. Along with being the Gusties’ home opener, this was also their MIAC opener, so their conference record started off strong at 1-0. The first set was hard … Continue reading Women’s Volleyball Bumps Winning Record: Gusties Serve a Beatdown to the Bennies

The “Taylor Swift Effect” and Celebrity Culture

Professional Fangirl- Katelyn Benschoter No matter the genre you listen to, your hobbies, or the brands you pay attention to, you definitely know who Taylor Swift is and may have even seen some marketing for her new album without even realizing it. A few weeks ago, the popstar announced her 12th studio album, The Life of a Showgirl, and it was instantly all over social … Continue reading The “Taylor Swift Effect” and Celebrity Culture

The Best Films to Watch This October Season

Staff Writer- Emily Sustaita It’s that time of the year again! The colorful leaves are falling to the ground; the pumpkins are lining up outside the grocery stores; the air is cool to the touch (at least, that’s how it should be). In the month of October, what better way to enjoy the spooky, pumpkin-scented season than to immerse yourself in some fun films!However, if … Continue reading The Best Films to Watch This October Season

First Couple Weeks From an Expert First Year

Staff Writer- Lexi Thomas When going into college, everybody expects that it will be challenging and it’s a change, but when getting to college and participating in classes, clubs, sports, on top of the workload, it’s just so hard to manage at times. Even for upperclassmen, it can be hard to get a routine in and know when to study and when to take a … Continue reading First Couple Weeks From an Expert First Year

Living Under the Same Sky with Different Languages

Staff Writer- Bao Vu Look up. The vast expanse above us, the sky, has done more than just inspire poets and artists; it has fundamentally shaped the very way we speak and express our deepest emotions. Across cultures and continents, the language of the sky is woven into the fabric of our daily communication, revealing a profound and universal connection to the natural world. In … Continue reading Living Under the Same Sky with Different Languages

Letter to the Editor: Don’t Waste Our Waste

Submitted- Logan Zakrajshek To all gusties,We believe that it is in the best interest of our student body to buckle down on our composting & recycling options. Gustavus as an institution has presented us with a choice, an opportunityto limit our impact on the environment. All paper towels & to-go options such as gustieware are compostable at a plethora of composting locations. Additionally our reliance … Continue reading Letter to the Editor: Don’t Waste Our Waste

GoW: Chad Winterfeldt

Staff Writer- Alex Ogle This week’s Gustie of the Week is Christ Chapel’s Cantor and music professor Chad Winterfeldt. As the Cantor of Christ Chapel, Winterfeldt leads musical performances during chapel break services and Sunday worship services, as well as arranging for musical guests and performances. In his work as a music professor, he works with the handbell musical group, teaches music theory, organ lessons, … Continue reading GoW: Chad Winterfeldt

Muse: a Devised Work Rooted in Nature

Staff Writer- Amelia Dewberry Muse: A Devised Work Rooted in Nature is set to perform next weekend, Oct. 11th and 12th at 6 p.m. Muse is one of Gustavus’ most unconventional shows yet: it’s a walking play in the Arboretum, written entirely by the cast over the past five weeks. In collaboration with guest theatre company TigerLion Arts, the sixteen-member ensemble has been cleverly crafting … Continue reading Muse: a Devised Work Rooted in Nature

Nobel Speaker: Overconsumption of Sugar is a Mental Health Condition

Staff Writer- August Von Seth On Monday, Oct. 6th, Gustavus welcomes this year’s Nobel Conference speakers to campus. The annual scientific forum features lectures and panel discussions taking place in Christ Chapel. The theme for 2025 is sugar and the different ways scientists understand it. One of the speakers is Dr. Nicole Avena, Associate Professor of Neuroscience at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine and … Continue reading Nobel Speaker: Overconsumption of Sugar is a Mental Health Condition

Family Weekend Returns for 2025

Staff Writer- Ethan LaLumiere Many families will arrive in St. Peter for the first time since move-in day for the annual Gustavus tradition of Family Weekend. It’s a chance for families to see each other for a weekend, which isn’t otherwise accessible to some students. The college plans events for the weekend on all three days for families to enjoy. Friday kicks off the weekend … Continue reading Family Weekend Returns for 2025