Homecoming and Family Weekend 2024 in photos
Nearly 2,000 alumni, friends of the college, students and families gathered on campus Oct. 4-6 for Homecoming and Family Weekend. Bingo was a hot ticket for alumni of the last 10 years, and the fall picnic and QuadFest connected Vikings and guests of all ages. Here's a look at the weekend festivities.
Transferring success, from community college to the Augustana community
For transfer students nationwide, the struggle is real. Not at Augustana, who welcomed the greatest number of new transfer students in 20 years this fall.
Lutfisk and meatball dinner
The American Scandinavian Association at Augustana will host its annual lutfisk and meatball supper.
A look at Augustana's faculty-in-residence program
Launched in fall 2016, Augustana College's faculty-in-residence program gives professors the opportunity to live on campus and offer greater student support. This year, three faculty members are in the program.
Trick-or-Treat at the Gerber Center
Stop by the following locations from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for a treat and to vote on the best decorated space!
Augie Acres workday
Join us at Augie Acres for the final workday of the year! We will hold a regular workday at 11 a.m., and a Phi Omega Phi-sponsored barbecue afterward. Everybody is welcome regardless of experience.
Augustana awarded fifth HEED recognition for diversity excellence
INSIGHT Into Diversity magazine's Higher Education Excellence in Diversity award recognizes colleges and universities that demonstrate an outstanding commitment to diversity and inclusion. This is the fifth time the college has earned this national recognition.
Frieze Lectures to examine democracy beginning Oct. 24
This year's Frieze Lectures, a partnership between the Rock Island Public Library and the faculty of Augustana College, will include four presentations related to "Democracy in America." The series will wrap up shortly after the Nov. 5 general election, in which voters will elect the President, 34 U.S. Senators and all 435 Members of Congress.
Frieze Lecture: 'Abraham Lincoln and A House Divided'
Dr. Lendol Calder, professor of history, will present "Abraham Lincoln and A House Divided."
Frieze Lecture: 'Unpacking the 2024 Election'
Dr. Paul Baumgardner, assistant professor of political science, will present "Unpacking the 2024 Election."