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More Than I Imagined • James Wheeler

“There was an energy about Augie that truly drew me in.”

More Than I Imagined • TaJania Jenkins

“Being at Augustana helped me gain great leadership qualities and communication skills.”

More Than I Imagined • Anne Bak

“Augustana helps you become the best version of yourself.”

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Campus projects to boost arts, academics, athletics

Projects will include new turf on Thorson-Lucken Field, new floor and indoor track at the PepsiCo Rec, plus ongoing renovation of Bergendoff Hall of Fine Arts.

Augustana launches esports; first all-gender varsity team

Augustana College will add varsity esports to its sports lineup, launching in the fall of 2022.

New B.S. in engineering a response to rising student interest

Augustana will offer a Bachelor of Science in engineering beginning this fall, with tracks in mechanical, civil, and environmental and sustainability engineering.

Sticker price isn’t the final price

Augustana is more affordable than families might think. Scholarships, grants and other financial aid keep costs lower — often in comparison with large state schools.

Augustana moves up in national rankings

Augustana College is ranked no. 92 of the 222 U.S News & World Report nationally ranked liberal arts colleges in 2022, moving up four spots from 2021.

Nwatu '20 lands selective CDC public health fellowship

Public health/neuroscience double major Ruth Nwatu '20 is working alongside public health experts to promote policies that reduce health inequalities.