More Than I Imagined

“Before coming to Augie I didn’t even have a clear sense of what it meant to do academic research, but now I would definitely say it has been one of the most fulfilling things that I have done while at Augie.”

“Majoring in Classics has helped me gain a more in-depth understanding of language, and this has helped me in my CSD education.”

“Your professors are your greatest tool for success here.”

“Augustana helped me to realize what I love and how to pursue such love in furthering my education.”

“Looking back, I’m so grateful that I exposed myself to so many other disciplines.”

“At Augustana, I’ve been fortunate to have been surrounded by amazing people.”

“Because of my experience, I will always be a big advocate of liberal arts education.”

“Augustana has been a great foundation for my prospective career in medicine.”

“I would have never described myself as an outgoing person in high school, but Augustana gave me the opportunity to break out of my shell.”

“I knew after my first visit to Augustana that this was the place for me.”

“Many professors have really changed my future for the better, and I will miss being able to go into their offices just to hang out.”

“My peak experience was my study abroad trip to Ghana, which gave memories I will cherish for the rest of my life.”

“It's good to have plans and goals, but they'll probably change — let them!”

“I learned how much work I am able to handle and what I need to do to thrive professionally.”

“I consistently find myself connecting ways that a liberal arts education prepared me for so much more than a career or further study.”

“Take advantage of the wealth of opportunities that Augustana has to offer.”

“I have come to realize that I really love teaching others and sharing my excitement for all of the things I find interesting. ”

“If you never try something new, you will never know what you are capable of or what else you can try.”

“I am extremely happy with the person I have become and am ready to embrace a future in the environmental field.”

“I’ve made the most of all the opportunities I’ve been gifted with.”

“Augustana gave me the chance to branch out into many areas of life allowing me to discover new passions, such as traveling, that I will continue to pursue post graduation.”

“Augustana helped me develop writing and analytical skills that I believe transferred to my LSAT score.”

“I didn’t know what I wanted freshman year, but now I have a much better understanding of myself, and what I want to do.”

“I learned I have the ability to handle so much more than I ever thought I could.”