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Moffit ’26 is Vikings’ first All-American in women’s wrestling
Aine Moffit, a pre-med major from LeClaire, Iowa, chose Augustana because it offered her the opportunity to continue wrestling while staying close to home and pursuing strong academics. In the final bout of her collegiate career, Moffit made history for Augustana's five-year-old women’s wrestling program.
Planetarium and geology museum to host April 25 open house
Augustana College's John Deere Planetarium and Fryxell Geology Museum will be open to the public on Saturday, April 25, 2026, for an evening of gazing and space shows. The event will take place from 8:30-10 p.m., with indoor and outdoor programs in the planetarium, observatory and geology museum.
How Asaminew ’26 built a bioinformatics major
A senior at Augustana and part-time employee at John Deere, Zekarias Asaminew is completing a bioinformatics and computer science double major tailored to his interests in health care, biology and coding, a path he developed through Augustana’s contract major, with support from faculty across multiple departments.
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Augustana student-led ‘Participate’ expands volunteering opportunities
“Participate” runs as a student-led program within Augustana’s Office of Student Life and Leadership, connecting students with community partners and volunteer opportunities across the Quad Cities.
Augustana faculty secure national funding to explore vocation
Following a competitive national selection process, Dr. Jane Simonsen and Dr. Çağlar Çetin-Ayşe received two of only 17 grants recently awarded to members of NetVUE (Network for Vocation in Undergraduate Education) institutions.
Augustana Symphonic Band to tour the Midwest in March
The Augustana Symphonic Band, directed by Dr. James Lambrecht, will bring performances to communities across Illinois and Wisconsin March 20-26.
2026 Francophone Film Festival begins Feb. 24
The annual Francophone Film Festival at Augustana will screen a film each Tuesday from Feb. 24 to March 17. All films are free and open to the public. Films begin at 7 p.m. in the auditorium of the Olin Center on campus.
Competition winners to perform with Augustana Symphony Orchestra
Winners of the Augustana Symphony Orchestra Concerto Competition will perform with the orchestra at 3 p.m. Saturday, March 14, in Augustana’s Centennial Hall. Featured soloists are Emily Churak '27, voice; Ian Empen '26, trumpet; and Dianna Hester '27, cello.
Viking coaches, staff complete Mental Health First Aid training
On February 2, members of Augustana's athletic department completed a six-hour, in-person Mental Health First Aid training sponsored by the NCAA. The program is designed to equip coaches and staff with the tools to recognize, understand and respond to signs of mental health challenges.
Augustana faculty-edited book explores the college's history in service of its mission
Augustana College announces the publication of “Called to Reckon: Replacing History and Reclaiming Mission at a Midwestern College,” a faculty-edited volume released by Southern Illinois University Press that examines how institutions wrestle with history, identity and responsibility over time.
Augustana College receives reaffirmed accreditation from Higher Learning Commission
Accreditation by the Higher Learning Commission confirms that Augustana meets rigorous standards for academic quality, institutional effectiveness and ethical leadership, reinforcing the college’s focus on student success and engaged learning.
Vikings serve as role models on National Girls and Women in Sports Day
Hosted by the Vikings women’s track & field and wrestling teams, the event was designed to introduce junior high girls to new sports, connect them with role models and reinforce the confidence that comes from stepping outside their comfort zone.
Dr. Jon Hurty: 'Doesn't feel like work at all'
Drawing on reflections from alumni, colleagues and singers in the community, the River Cities' Reader offers a close look at longtime Director of Choral Activities Dr. Jon Hurty’s approach to teaching and making music, as well as the personal connections that have defined his work.
Alumni educators address high school science teacher shortage
A shortage of science teachers is making it difficult for high schools to find qualified teachers to fill openings. Alumni credit Augustana with preparing them to enter the classroom with confidence, equipped to teach students not just science content, but how to think and learn like scientists.
