The disappearances in Lund

Jonas Doerr – Opinion Columnist The disappearances started a couple weeks ago. At first they started slow, and then they started vanishing in bunches. I would walk into Lund Center and sense a certain emptiness, knowing somewhere another exercise machine was missing. The 3rd floor was hit first. I didn’t even get to say one last goodbye to the chest press and seated row machines. One … Continue reading The disappearances in Lund

The library deserves a renovation

David Eide – Opinion Columnist This week, the new Lund expansion officially opens for public use which has prompted some thought on my part regarding the future of other Gustavus buildings. Of course, the renovation of Lund is not done and likely will not be done for several more years but still I found my curiosity was piqued. On the Show the World fundraising campaign website … Continue reading The library deserves a renovation

A lesson in composting

Cadence Paramore – Assistant Editor-in-Chief All around campus there are numerous bins for Gusties to dispose of their waste. We have your typical garbage and recycling bins, though the disappointment of the recycling bins not adhering to your anticipated “blue” is unsatisfying. And finally our green compost bins which are the most misunderstood. With Gusties being “undeniably” smart and, more-than-not, environmentally conscious– it’s baffling how … Continue reading A lesson in composting

Movies From Swank: John Wick: Chapter 2

Will Sorg Director and veteran stuntman Chad Stahelski understands action better than almost any other filmmaker in the industry. His direction for John Wick was a seminar on fight sequences. Each stylish, heart pounding, bloody minute of the first film in the action series was choreographed to near perfection and shot with a level of professionalism that showed Stahelski knew exactly what he was doing- … Continue reading Movies From Swank: John Wick: Chapter 2

Baseball takes on St. John’s, St. Scholastica

Alli Joerger – Staff Writer As Gustie baseball approaches the end of its season, the team entered two important games this week with the obvious goal to win and maintain their dominance in the conference as the number three seed. The Gusties were only partly successful in this matter as they lost to St. John’s University 4-13 and 11-23 on May 1, and then split the … Continue reading Baseball takes on St. John’s, St. Scholastica

Softball sweeps St. Scholastica

Parker Burman – Staff Writer The Gustavus softball team wrapped up a busy week of conference play on Monday with a double header sweep of conference rival St. Scholastica. With the victories the Gusties improved to 15-21 on the season and 10-12 in conference play. After picking up the win in game two Gustavus punched their ticket to the MIAC playoffs securing the No. 6 seed, … Continue reading Softball sweeps St. Scholastica

Gustavus track stars smash records

Luke Siegle – Staff Writer The Gustavus Men’s and Women’s track teams had a busy past week of competitions as they hosted the Gustie Twilight, had the Drake Relays, and also hosted a Drake Alternative meet. It was an outstanding week for the Gusties as they performed both individually and collectively as a team. Sophomore Birgen Nelson led the way as she snatched two stadium records … Continue reading Gustavus track stars smash records

Campus Safety Report (4/29/22)

Saturday, April 23, 2022 On Saturday, April 23, 2022, Campus Safety was called for a medical assist in the Jackson Campus Center, Dining service for an employee that burned their hand. Saturday, April 23, 2022 On Saturday, April 23, 2022, Campus Safety and the SPPD responded to an underaged intoxicated non-student outside of Uhler Hall. Sunday, April 24, 2022 On Sunday, April 24, 2022, Campus … Continue reading Campus Safety Report (4/29/22)

MAYDAY! returns: growing peacebuilders

Emily Seppelt – Lead Copy Editor The annual MAYDAY! Peace Conference took place this week at 10 a.m. in Christ Chapel on Wednesday, April 27. This year’s conference was titled “Growing Peacebuilders” and featured the co-founders of the non-profit organization Ceeds of Peace, Dr. Maya Soetoro and Dr. Kerrie Urosevich ‘93, as keynote speakers. The conference was also live-streamed and can be found on the Gustavus … Continue reading MAYDAY! returns: growing peacebuilders