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Class of 2022 praised for resilience, courage

U.S. Sen. Dick Durbin praised the Class of 2022 for its resilience but admonished graduates that "democracy demands your active involvement" at Sunday's Augustana College commencement.

Augustana ranked No. 10 in the U.S. for experiential learning

An international firm that connects students with job simulations has ranked Augustana College No. 10 in the U.S. for experiential learning.

Pole vaulter Krebasch ’22 now All-American

Pole vaulter Kat Krebasch '22 became the first Augustana All-American on the women's side since 2007, earning third place at the NCAA DIII National Track and Field Championships on Thursday.

Watwood’s study of Greek life earns Hasselmo Award

Madison Watwood ’23 plans to use her Hasselmo prize to fund a study abroad trip, possibly to China to continue her research examining race, identity and local politics as related to Greek life.

Physics scholarship winner loves figuring out how things work

Junior Amanda Gravelle has been awarded a $5,000 Rossing Physics Scholarship. She is one of only 14 exemplary physics students nationwide to receive the award.

Alumnus gives largest gift in Augustana history – $40 million

Alumnus Murry Gerber has made a $40 million commitment to Augustana to provide financial aid and scholarships to high-achieving first-generation students and students from families with lower incomes.