Events Calendar
Archaeological Institute of America Lecture: 'Ancient Coins in Modern Contexts'
This year's AIA lecture, “Ancient Coins in Modern Contexts," will be offered by Dr. Jane Sancinito, Associate Professor of History at the University of Massachusetts Lowell.
Abstract: Coins provide some of the smallest art from the ancient world. By necessity, their designs are often abbreviated, simplified, and iconic to catch the eye and convey a lot with very little. As a result, the iconography of coins from the Greek and Roman world has been appealing to later, modern audiences. The imagery of and from ancient coins has been reused and recycled in other media, including painting, fashion, dance, and architecture. This talk looks at these later images to discuss what aspects of ancient coins continue to engage and inspire modern artists and audiences.
Frieze Lecture: '250 Years of Book Banning'
Dr. Meg Gillette, professor and chair of English, will present "250 Years of Book Banning."
This year’s Frieze Lectures will consider the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence through four very different lenses.
The Frieze Lecture Series is a 29-year partnership between the Rock Island Public Library and Augustana College to present four talks in the fall. Lectures are on Tuesdays from 2-3 p.m. at the Rock Island Main Library, 401 19th St., Downtown Community Room.
'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead'
The Augustana College Department of Theatre and Film presents "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead," directed by Jeff Coussens, Augustana professor of theatre arts.
Women's Basketball vs. Bethany
The women's basketball team plays Bethany.
'Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead'
The Augustana College Department of Theatre and Film presents "Rosencrantz and Guildenstern are Dead," directed by Jeff Coussens, Augustana professor of theatre arts.
Academic Scholarship Day
Academic Scholarship Days help prospective students and their families learn more about what Augustana College has to offer.
Participate in an Academic Scholarship Day and you could achieve an extra $1,000 grant a year for four years. More than 30 academic departments from 90 majors and other programs will be your hosts.
Cross-Country NCAA Midwest Regional Championships
The cross-country teams participate in the NCAA Midwest Regional Championships.
Swimming and Diving Augustana Tri Meet
The swimming and diving teams participate in the Augustana Tri Meet.
POSTPONED: Webster Vocal Competition
NOTE: The Webster Vocal Competition has been postponed until the spring semester. The new date will be announced shortly.
Through the Webster Vocal Competition, monetary awards are presented annually to voice students in pursuit of a vocal career. Faculty judges select winners in two divisions at this award recital.
The competition is named in honor of former Augustana student Steven Boone Webster, a film industry musician who worked for Universal Studios, Fox Studios and Disney.
The fund for the competition was established in 1998 by Steven's parents, Earl and Leila Anseen Webster, his sister Silvia Anseen Webster, and many friends. Mrs. Webster's parents, the Rev. Nils Peter and Mrs. Augusta Sundberg Anseen, were a strong influence on Steven Webster.
The Rev. Anseen was an 1897 graduate of Augustana, and graduated from the seminary in 1902. Mrs. Anseen was talented in both voice and organ and served the Augustana Lutheran Church in several administrative capacities.
Augustana Symphonic Band concert
The Augustana Symphonic Band will perform a concert.