Gustavus Blogs

Month: October 2022

  • Kevin Smith: time to silence Bob

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    Clare Greeman  Kevin Smith’s 1994 slacker comedy Clerks was an immediate cult favorite. The film, which was shot in 21 days and was made for just under $28,000, perfectly encapsulates the ennui and disillusionment of being an aimless 20-year-old stuck in a dead end job. At the time of first watching it, I was years…

  • Does social media make us sad?

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    Jonas Doerr – Opinions Columnist Are you sadder because of the apps on your phone? The easy answer would be no. Otherwise, why would we keep them? They help us stay connected with each other, they keep us in the loop, and they entertain us. Even one of my professors is often talking about how…

  • Gustie’s pride cannot be tamed

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    Kaitlyn Doolittle – Staff Writer Homecoming week is finally here and the Campus Activities Board is hosting a list of events for all students to enjoy. Juniors Claire Lind and Emma Ericson share what the campus has to offer.  On Monday, window painting took place in the Caf. Different organizations on campus signed up to…

  • Gustie of the Week: Katelyn Espe

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    Emma Kelsey – Staff Writer Gustie of the Week Senior Katelyn Espe is known by those around her as a considerate, hard-working, intelligent individual who is a positive force for change, eager to make her mark on the world for the better. A Physics and Philosophy double major, Espe is intent on making a positive…

  • Bards in the Arb: Taylor Johnson

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    Michaela Woodward – Staff Writer The inaugural Bards in the Arb event of this school year will feature poet Taylor Johnson from Washington DC and his debut book of poetry, Inheritance. In addition to being published in several magazines such as Poetry Magazine and The Paris Review, Johnson is the winner of the 2021 Norma…

  • Gusties welcome another HOCO season

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    The Weekly – Editorial Staff  Potential trigger warning: This article mentions sexual assault, specifically sexual assault on campus While the Rave is a fun opportunity for Gusties to celebrate homecoming and have some fun before getting back to the drudgery of schoolwork and assignments, it is important to stay safe, protect yourself, and know who…

  • Diving Deeper dives into Hispanic heritage

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    Leah Thompson – Staff Writer Each year from Sept. 15 to Oct. 15, the United States celebrates National Hispanic Heritage Month. Hispanic Heritage Month recognizes the contributions and achievements of Hispanic Americans throughout the history of the United States. This year the Center for Inclusive Excellence (CIE) is helping to organize Hispanic Heritage Month here…

  • E/M Clubs Feature

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    E/M Clubs   As the school year begins to get back into full swing the E/M department wants to highlight their affiliated clubs. The E/M department offers a variety of clubs for all students, and clubs that are not just limited to E/M Majors. These clubs offer students a chance to get involved and engage…

  • Men’s and Women’s Golf Wrap Up Fall Season at Golfweek Invite

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    MEN’S RESULTS | WOMEN’S RESULTS DESTIN, Fla. – The Gustavus men’s and women’s golf teams completed their fall seasons Tuesday at the Golfweek DIII Invite. The Gustie men tied for 21st place with a three-round total of 299-305-301-905, while the women finished 23rd with a score of 337-324-330-991. Emory University won both the men’s and women’s competitions in…

  • Faculty Spotlight: Bonnie Reimann

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    Bonnie Reimann (Health and Exercise Science) has been chosen to receive the Minnesota Society of Health and Physical Educators’ (MNSHAPE) Lou Keller Award. This award honors and recognizes outstanding services and contributions given by a college or university professor or other professional worker (public school teachers exempted) in the fields of health, physical education, recreation…