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Picking a school as a first-generation college student

How do you start looking for a college when you don’t have the resources or advice from family members to fall back on? What’s all this talk about “fit”? Where do you even begin?

May 16, 2022

Four reasons to apply this summer

Applying to college when you have time in the summer is better than waiting for deadlines.

Kent Barnds
Kent Barnds
May 10, 2022

What to do with a day in the Quad Cities

How to spend a day exploring the Quad Cities

Berenice Campos
Berenice Campos
May 6, 2022

Senior to senior: a spring and summer checklist

I know the last semester of senior year is full of emotions. For many, it is a scary time as they anticipate a time of change and new experiences. Others find comfort with the idea of moving on to a new chapter in their lives. Whatever the emotions you are feeling, the one thing in common is how fast time seems to pass during these final few months. 

Berenice Campos
Berenice Campos
April 20, 2022

3 tips to balance school and life

bryn_gatz
Bryn Gatz
April 5, 2022

You've committed to Augustana. Now what?

You have committed to Augustana College and made your tuition deposit. Although you still have several months before you embark on this new adventure of college, here are some things you can do to stay excited about your decision and Augustana!

Patti Grod
Patti Grod
March 11, 2022

Why I chose a local college

All Justin wanted after high school was to get as far away from the Quad Cities as possible for college. But when he found Augustana, his plans changed. 

Justin Verlinden
Justin Verlinden
March 4, 2022

Augie in their own words

Oh the places they’ll go! Four Augustana graduates share a piece of their Augie experience and advice for future Vikings. 

February 25, 2022

Greek life 101: Augustana edition

While sororities and fraternities may continue to be depicted negatively in pop culture, Augustana’s Greek system has classic traditions and differs from the stereotypes in major ways.

bryn_gatz
Bryn Gatz
February 4, 2022

What to expect at a scholarship competition

Berenice Campos
Berenice Campos
February 4, 2022

3 big benefits of a 'small' school

Augustana is a small (2,500 Vikings!) school with big benefits.

 

bryn_gatz
Bryn Gatz
January 28, 2022

How to boost your mood and beat the winter blues

It's actually quite normal for energy levels and moods to take a hit in the winter.

Allison Mirell-Heaton
Allison Mirell-Heaton
January 7, 2022