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2019 augustana graduation

Graduation: virtual May 23, in person Oct. 11

Although the coronavirus pandemic delayed its traditional ceremony, Augustana College will celebrate its Class of 2020 virtually in May and in person in October.

Nancy Huse Award winners announced

The Women, Gender and Sexuality Studies program has awarded the Nancy Huse Award for Outstanding Senior to two recipients this year: Willow Kornoski and Shyan Devoss.

Rhonda Brown Sowards

Former Vikings athlete now leads an ER team

2000 Academic All-American Rhonda (Brown) Sowards battles COVID-19 in the emergency room. 

Daffodils and arches

It’s a virtual spring at Augustana College

During the COVID-19 pandemic, the Augustana community has been working quickly to set students up for success from a distance. 

Peter J. Lindberg, M.D., Center for Health and Human Performance

The Peter J. Lindberg, M.D., Center for Health and Human Performance

Construction is underway for Augustana’s new Lindberg Center, opening in 2021.

Peter and Mary

Honoring Peter J. Lindberg, M.D., Class of 1961

Peter J. Lindberg, M.D., is the namesake of Augustana’s new center for health and human performance, coming in 2021.

Joshua Baxter

Augustana alumni help others during the COVID-19 pandemic

May the dedication and resourcefulness shown by these Vikings inspire us all.

ruth hanna

Class Notes

Alumni share their latest news!

Fulbright

‘Augustana made it possible’ for Fulbright recipient

Augustana mentors encouraged Stephie Benito ’20 to chase her dreams. Nailed it!

Audre Lorde Writing Prize winners announced

The Women, Gender, and Sexuality Studies program has announced the winners of the 2020 Audre Lorde Writing Prize.

cdc info graphic

Information, statement regarding the coronavirus

Actions taken by Augustana College in response to the COVID-19 outbreak, and guidelines.

David Walton at Brigham and Women's Hospital

Walton ’98 ‘coming at COVID-19 with a global perspective’

Dr. David Walton ’98 fights the global pandemic from Boston.

Endre Rice

Jazz musician takes the spotlight at Augustana College

Endre Rice plays his trumpet around the world as a 19-year veteran of the legendary Count Basie Orchestra, often taking the role of featured soloist. Fortunately for student musicians, he also directs the college's Jazz Ensemble.

Jack Harris ’20 in Brussels, Belgium

Dear high school seniors,

If you are a high school senior, Augie senior Jack Harris has written this letter to you.

Career outcomes

double majors

Class of 2022 outcomes, of those who responded to the survey. Source: Institutional Research at Augustana; CORE (Careers, Opportunities, Research, Exploration) at Augustana



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