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Welcome to my fantasy summer

There’s a certain kind of summer that doesn’t show up on Instagram stories. It lives in quiet moments, on bikes, with lemonade, within the community and during long afternoons that feel unhurried. The sun lingers long past dinnertime and laughter echoes like a mixtape on rewind. I found this in the Quad Cities (QC) where slow living isn’t just an aesthetic, it’s our rhythm.

Yael Haddad
Yael Haddad
July 29, 2025

Become a speech-language pathologist: Tips for CSD majors

The ultimate goal for an undergraduate who wants to be a speech-language pathologist is to be accepted into a speech-language pathology master’s program that is accredited by the American Speech, Language, Hearing Association’s Council on Academic Accreditation in Audiology and Speech-Language Pathology (CAA) Professional candidates also need licensing within their state. 

July 23, 2025

The ultimate guide to choosing a data analytics major

Data analytics is the science of identifying trends and patterns in raw data and drawing conclusions. The need for data analysts is rapidly growing, and Augustana is only one of a few liberal arts colleges offering a major and a minor.

July 22, 2025

From Atlas Mountains to the Midwest: Why Augustana College was worth leaving everything I knew

Being an international student means carrying pieces of home with you wherever you go. It also means knowing when it’s time to let go of comfort and chase something deeper.

Yael Haddad
Yael Haddad
July 16, 2025

Three smart paths for future nurses

Augustana students with the passion of becoming a nurse receive phenomenal preparation through one of three paths. 

July 16, 2025

Want to help your community become healthier? Add a public health major!

Because students of public health need a broad background of knowledge and experiences, a liberal arts college can be perfect fit. 

July 14, 2025

Consider this before declaring a neuroscience major

If you’re wondering what a neuroscience major is, where it can take you after college and what you should consider before declaring, here are some tips.

Debbie Blaylock
Debbie Blaylock
July 9, 2025

The ultimate guide to choosing a kinesiology major

A kinesiology major provides excellent background for fitness-related and other health and wellness fields.

July 2, 2025

Celebrating Pride Month at Augustana College with visibility, solidarity and joy

At Augustana College, Pride Month is more than a celebration. It's a reflection of our year-round commitment to affirming, uplifting and standing in solidarity with our lesbian, bisexual, gay, transgender, queer, intersex and asexual (LBGTQIA+) community. 

Sam Wright
Sam Wright
June 16, 2025

Advertising in action: what two AAF conferences taught me

I’ve had the incredible opportunity to travel with Augustana’s Advertising Developers (ADs) group to the National Student Advertising Conference, hosted by the American Advertising Federation (AAF), twice now. Each experience has been a game-changer for my growth, mentorship connections and hands-on experience in the marketing world.

Lindsay DeBuhr
Lindsay DeBuhr
May 28, 2025

A global perspective: Representing Augustana at the ASIANetwork Conference

Representing Augustana College at the ASIANetwork conference was an unforgettable experience. I connected with scholars, peers and fellow students about the interdisciplinary conversations surrounding Asia.

Hana Bui
Hana Bui
May 21, 2025

Presenting at ASIANetwork Conference – an unforgettable experience

After finishing my Asian studies Senior Inquiry during fall 2024, I had the honor of being accepted into the ASIANetwork Conference, held this past March in San Antonio, Texas. Hosted by Trinity University, the conference brought together about 200 scholars, students and professionals from across the country.

Anna Ramberg
Anna Ramberg
April 30, 2025

Accepted to Augustana College? Here’s what to do next

Congratulations on your acceptance to Augustana College! 

This is an exciting time, and we’re here to help you navigate your next steps. Here’s what to do after receiving your acceptance letter:

Zach Bohrer
Zach Bohrer
April 4, 2025

Leadership lessons from the Air Force Academy

Representing Augustana College at the National Character & Leadership Symposium (NCLS) in Colorado Springs, Colo., was an incredible opportunity to learn from some of the most mission-driven individuals I’ve ever met.

Favour Noya
Favour Noya
March 17, 2025

Into the wild: Finding myself in the UP

Spending my January at what felt like the edge of the earth was one of the best things I could’ve done for both my mental and physical health.

Janey Locander
Janey Locander
March 7, 2025