More Than I Imagined

“I went to CORE and discovered my passion for teaching, and I haven’t looked back.”

“I’m a full-time reporter at KWQC, one of my dream jobs — and before I even graduated! ”

“My peak experience was the medical service trip to Nicaragua. It inspired me to pursue nursing. ”

“My peak experience was studying abroad in Dijon, France, this past summer.”

“Dr. Mark Safstrom, one of my Scandinavian studies professors — his encouragement and support has helped me grow so much.”

“It’s hard to believe in a few months I will be moving to Virginia to attend law school and continue working for the FBI.”

“I will cherish and truly miss stopping by some of my professors’ offices and discussing their class, other classes and overall life.”

“I will miss the people that make the Augustana community so great.”

“My amazing professors saw promise in me that I could never have found on my own.”

“My sophomore year I joined the Observer, and within four months they asked me to cover the Women’s March on Washington.”

“Dr. Mahn and Pastor Kristen helped me tremendously to think about my calling in the world, and they challenged me to grow. I had no idea I'd end up as a religion major.”

“I have met some of the best people I have ever known here.”

“Dr. Calder generously allowed me to join his research project and let me present the work in settings that are usually closed to undergraduates.”

“The theatre department has been a second home to me, and a place I know I'll always be welcome.”

“I feel like all four years here have been a peak experience.”

“I just really loved the atmosphere and the people every time I visited campus.”

“I wanted small class sizes where I would know my professors, and they would know me.”

“I will be forever grateful for my many dedicated mentors.”

“The professors really care about each student as an individual.”

“I will miss the relationships I have created with not only my fellow students but the staff as well.”

“I could never have imagined all the opportunities Augustana gave me.”

“I owe my success to so many professors.”

“It was Dr. Popple's class and her passion for the subject that really helped me find my love for dramaturgy.”

“I never imagined being in so many organizations, let alone leading them.”