OctobHERfest
HerCampus's OctobHERfest is a campus-wide fundraising event benefiting breast cancer research and the NormaLeah Ovarian Cencer Initiative. Students can enjoy activities, prizes and more from 5-7 p.m.
Guest recital: Grant Estes, cello
Augustana alumnus Grant Estes will perform a recital of works by Bach, Myaskowsky and the world premiere of a piece by Augustana faculty member Jacob Bancks. The concert is presented as a commemoration of Dr. Janina Ehrlich's 45 years of service at Augustana College.
UIUC Gies College of Business at Brew on Oct. 31
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Gies College of Business will be in the Brew from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
UIUC Gies College of Business info booth
The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign Gies College of Business will be in the Brew from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Some of the programs offered are M.S. in Accountancy (M.S.A.), M.S. in Business Analytics (M.S.B.A.), M.S. in Finance (M.S.F.) and M.S. in Management (M.S.M.). Programs are open to all majors.
New York Times names Augustana top college for economic diversity
The New York Times’ College Access Index list ranks the most-selective universities in order of economic diversity.
Lutfisk and meatball dinner
The American Scandinavian Association at Augustana will host its annual lutfisk and meatball supper.
The social gathering with refreshments will start with punch at 5:30 p.m. Dinner will begin at 6. The meal includes lutfisk, Swedish meatballs, peas, parsley buttered potatoes, pickled beets, pickled herring, coleslaw, cheese, assorted breads, rice pudding and cookies.
The evening’s program will be presented by Jill Seaholm, head of genealogical services at the Swenson Swedish Immigration Research Center at Augustana College, and a member of the ASA. Born and raised in Moline, Jill will be sharing about the recent tour she hosted in her ancestral land of Sweden. Her background and extensive travel experience are sure to bring this presentation to life!
Parking is available in the faculty lot west of Gerber or on the street.
Reservations are due Nov. 3. Mail the names of guests who will attend, a phone number to contact, and a check for the total amount to Loryann Eis, 2037 15th St., Moline, Ill., 61265, or call 309-762-8303. Checks should be made payable to ASA.
Virtual graduate and professional school fair on Wednesday
The annual graduate and professional school fair returns virtually on Wednesday, Oct. 18, 2023, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. This is a great opportunity for students to speak with more than 100 graduate programs (encompassing all majors)!
New student group: Augie Autistic Experiences
Augie Autistic Experiences is a group to provide a safe and supportive place on campus for autistic students and allies.
Class Notes
Alumni share their latest news and photos!
Texas Medical Center info sessions Oct. 22 and Nov. 12
Informational meetings will be held Sunday, Oct. 22 and Sunday, Nov. 12 for students interested in the Texas Medical Center Summer Research Internship Program (TMC-SRIP).