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Hi! I'm Adam. I'm a junior majoring in biology and spanish with an environmental studies minor. I run track and cross country and last year I was a Community Advisor (CA) in Erickson Hall. Here's what a regular day looks like for me... 

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

How to spend a day exploring the Quad Cities

No matter how big or small you think your school is, you’re going to get lost at some point. It’ll probably happen right when you move in and are still learning the campus, but it could also be during your junior year looking for a classroom you’ve never been to. Don’t panic if this happens!

A lot of misinformation can swirl around and rumors die hard. How important are extracurriculars, really? And how important are my test scores if I have above a 3.5 GPA? As someone who’s been through the same process you’re getting ready to start, I’ve compiled a list of myths about college applications.

Through a unique partnership with the Trinity College of Nursing & Health Sciences, Augustana students with the passion of becoming a nurse receive phenomenal, efficient preparation in just six years. 

Here are some of the best places to study on Augustana’s campus. 

Business majors will always be in demand because there are so many career opportunities. Learn about all that Augustana offers students interested in business and related fields.

Here is a list of five of the most common mistakes that I have seen when my high school friends and I applied to colleges.

Your guide to finding campus employment and going from broke college student to... less broke. 

An environmental studies major will give you the knowledge, skills and analytical tools needed to tackle environmental challenges on a local, regional and international level. You’ll be creating a more sustainable, healthier environment for generations to come.

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.

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