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Geography at Augustana: A Model ProgramAugustana has an outstanding geography program, described in a 1981 accreditation report as "the model of geography program resources." A variety of natural science, social science and methodological courses are complemented by some special features. LocationThe College's location offers many opportunities for work experience and on-the-spot investigations into urban and rural problems. The Quad Cities is a large metropolitan area on the Mississippi River -- composed of 2 states, 3 counties and 14 municipalities -- and is the location for the offices of not only these local government units and private companies, but also for some important national environmental agencies. Field OpportunitiesAugustana's field opportunities are exceptional and
abundant, including internships, field trips, foreign study programs and individual
research projects. biology
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