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Chelsea never thought she would be a part of Greek life when she left for college, but now it’s changed her college experience. 

The beloved trimesters have ended and we officially began the first year of semesters.  With our new semester transition, we are also experiencing our first J-term!  

It's normal for energy levels and moods to take a hit in the winter. You can help keep your winter blues at bay with diet, exercise, stress management and social support. Here are some tips to get started. 

Every Augie student shares similar thoughts when the first snowfall occurs. We can’t control the weather, but we can hope for classes to be canceled.

What do you need to survive a midwest winter? A lot of layers, some patience and this blog by Augie Senior Chelsea Meyer. 

Without a realistic mindset, we often feel trapped in disappointment, resentment, bitterness, and self-pity—none of which help us celebrate the holidays or feel a sense of place and fellowship. 

Is studying dreadful for you? It is for Augie Senior Chelsea Meyer. These playlists will make it easier to cram all that knowledge into your head. 

Alyssa Matz from counseling services knows a little bit about managing stress around finals. Here, she shares her best tips for keeping stress and anxiety low during an important time in the school year. 

Finals week can be challenging, but don’t forget to take care of yourself to achieve your best success. 

 To accommodate all students, Augie celebrates a wide range of holidays before winter break. Check out which events you want to attend! 

You don't have to drink to have a good time, and you don't have to drink to throw a good party! Kayley Larson and her roommates are proving it.

Winter is coming and with it, a visit day that offers prospective college students an opportunity to win scholarship money. These days are called Scholarship Visit Days and here’s all the info you need to know before going to one.

Augustana College uses a liberal arts college curriculum, which pushes students to find opportunities in various fields throughout their four years.

If you're not familiar with the QC, you might wonder what there is to do around here. Lucky for you, there's four cities full of exciting opportunities, great food and fun entertainment!