Every spring faculty are asked to nominate a senior who has taken advantage of the opportunities Augustana offers in academics, research, study away, athletics, the arts and more.
The seniors answer a series of questions to describe their transformative Augustana experience and show what can happen in four years.
Simply choose the grad year and area of study you're interested in to read their reflections!
More Than I Imagined
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Kristen Santoro
“My professors, advisors and bosses have helped me immensely by serving as passionate and enthusiastic role models for me as I found my niche at Augustana.”Read More
More Than I Imagined
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Austin Schoeck
“In the last couple of years, my teammates and I have helped to transform the culture of the tennis program to one of hard work and perseverance both on and off the court.”Read More
More Than I Imagined
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Ryan Silvola
“The peak experience had to be when we won General Excellence at ICPA because it really showed all of the hard work everyone at the Observer puts into the paper.”Read More
More Than I Imagined
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Stephanie Sorrentino
“I am surprised by how much I have grown as a person. After meeting new people and traveling to Ecuador, I have realized that the relationships you build are the most powerful tool you can have.”Read More
More Than I Imagined
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Joey Strain
“I traveled the country and taught at the Alpha Boys School in Kingston, Jamaica. This trip was one of the most moving experiences of my life and helped reinforce that teaching is the right career path for me.”Read More