More Than I Imagined

“I’m so appreciative of the opportunity to explore my dreams.”

“I have learned that with a little confidence, a lot of hard work and the help of caring mentors, success is never farther than just around the corner.”

“I’ve learned to be more confident in my ideas and that I can actually be an effective leader.”

“I have learned that the quote "It's all about relationships" truly applies in life and certainly applies in college.”

“Don’t be afraid to take courses that don’t necessarily fit into your major or field of interest.”

“Augustana has changed me mentally, spiritually and creatively.”

“I really treasure all the people I’ve gotten to know.”

“In the last four years, I have learned that I am a very driven student and am confident with my academic abilities.”

“I had a fantastic internship/employment experience I never thought would happen during college.”

“I knew after my first visit that I wanted to go to Augie.”

“I will miss all the friends I’ve made and living in such a close community.”

“You have to cherish even some of the tougher aspects of your life, or else you will drown in your own worry and stress.”

“I entered as a pre-medicine/biology student ready to go to medical school. Today, I find myself studying a field that crosses the sciences and philosophy: bioethics.”

“I am so happy with where I am today, and I wouldn’t trade my Augustana experience for anything.”

“Augustana has prepared me not only for my profession, but has been a driving force in my personal growth.”

“The opportunities that I had at Augustana showed me that there is so much to learn and so many great people to meet.”

“Katie Hanson and many of the other professors in the education department have been invaluable to me.”

“Augustana creates opportunities for its students to step outside their comfort zone and try exciting new things.”

“I am my own harshest critic and my own biggest fear, but if I get out of my own way, I can be successful. ”

“I have learned that the key to receiving all of life’s wonders is to open yourself up.”

“Augustana has such a warm atmosphere, and I’ve built so many wonderful relationships with the people I’ve met.”

“I didn't imagine that I would achieve such growth when I started my undergraduate career.”

“I learned that being an individual is far more important than conforming to fit in.”

“I have grown substantially spiritually, emotionally and intellectually from my experiences at Augustana that I could not have anticipated.”