The call Lindsay Maess '05 had to take
Despite medical complications from a severe malaria infection she survived several years ago, Lindsay Maess '05 has returned to Nigeria to care for two chimpanzee infants and a gorilla infant that were rescued from traffickers.
LaGow '77 memorial scholarship and departmental gift help music education students excel
Music education was always close to the heart of Michael LaGow '77. He studied music education at Augustana and played flute in the Augustana Symphonic Band. Following his graduation, he continued his passion for music education by teaching flute lessons and playing in local music ensembles. LaGow passed away in 2022, and his love for Augustana music education continued with a surprise estate gift directed to support the music education department.
Augustana students canvassing Port Byron homes for water line inventory
Seventeen Augustana College students will work on the Port Byron canvassing project through Sept. 1. The initiative aligns with the college's strategic plan, which prioritizes engaged learning, maximizing student potential and connecting through partnership.
Augustana College, Rivermont Collegiate to sign admissions agreement
The guaranteed admissions agreement applies to Rivermont Collegiate students who have completed at least two years in good standing at the Bettendorf college preparatory school.
2024 Symposium Day
Once a semester, Augustana devotes a full day to an alternative approach for learning and opens the process to the entire campus community.
This multidisciplinary approach to discuss a theme exemplifies the value of liberal learning.
Spring ensemble tours deepen performance skills
This spring, the Augustana Symphonic Band traveled the Midwest, the Augustana Choir toured California and the Jenny Lind Vocal Ensemble performed three concerts in Illinois. Through these tours, Augustana students get to experience different cultures and share their love of music with others.
Track & Field and Cross Country Golf Outing
The inaugural Augustana Track & Field and Cross Country Golf Outing will take place on Sunday, July 28, at Saukie Golf Course in Rock Island, Ill. Cost is $400 per foursome or $100 per person. If you wish to only attend dinner, registration is $35 per person.
Augustana College recognizes the Class of 2024
The commencement address was given by Dr. Lisa Durant-Jones, who served as Augustana's interim vice president for diversity, equity and inclusion during the 2023-2024 academic year. Viet Bui '24, an engineering physics and computer science double major from Ho Chi Minh City, Vietnam, was the featured student speaker.
Channel Cat Talks: 'Our River Landscape Mosaic'
Dr. Reuben Heine and Dr. Norm Moline will present "Our River Landscape Mosaic." In their presentation, they'll address why the Mississippi flows east to west in this region and review how humans have changed river processes.