The story of America? Whatever it is, the young people need it
For generations, young Americans grew up with a story — often simplistic, certainly mythic — that gave coherence to the nation’s past and purpose to its future. Today, many don’t. The answer is not to hand them a single, “better” version of the past. What they really need are better ways of learning history.
New endowed chair honors father-daughter legacy in science and teaching
The newly endowed Rudolph Edmund Distinguished Chair in Environment, Geography, and Geoscience fulfills the wish of Dr. Diane Edmund ’62 Griffin, who passed away in 2024. Learn why this is a fitting tribute to both Dr. Griffin and her father.
Viking Club Golf Outing
The 15th annual Augustana Viking Club Golf Outing serves as the opening event of an Augustana Athletics alumni weekend with opportunities to connect with friends and watch the Vikings' football team battle Illinois Wesleyan the next afternoon at Lindberg Stadium. Outing participants will have access to the Ken Anderson Academic All-American Club and can watch the football game from the Viking Suite.
Check-in will begin at noon. All participants will have the opportunity to access the driving range and putting green prior to the 1 p.m. shotgun start and be provided dinner, two drink tickets and an Augustana Viking Club gift bag.
Net proceeds from the Viking Club Golf Outing will directly benefit Augustana Athletics.
Online registration ends Sept. 15.
Spring QC EXPO '27
Looking for an internship, part-time job, full-time opportunity, or exploring graduate school? Don’t miss the spring QC EXPO ’27!
This signature career event brings together a wide range of employers and graduate programs—all eager to meet students like you. Your unique experiences and education make you a strong candidate. This is your moment to shine!
Professional attire required. If you have class during this time, please talk with your professor in advance.
Hosted by Augustana College, Black Hawk College, Western Illinois University, St. Ambrose University and Eastern Iowa Community Colleges.
Fall QC EXPO '26
Looking for an internship, part-time job, full-time opportunity, or exploring graduate school? Don’t miss the fall QC EXPO ’26!
This signature career event brings together a wide range of employers and graduate programs—all eager to meet students like you. Your unique experiences and education make you a strong candidate. This is your moment to shine!
Professional attire required. If you have class during this time, please talk with your professor in advance.
Hosted by Augustana College, Black Hawk College, Western Illinois University, St. Ambrose University and Eastern Iowa Community Colleges.
CareerFest '27, hosted by CCCI
If you are a student seeking part time, full-time jobs, internship opportunities or graduate schools, plan to attend CareerFest '27. This event offers a chance to meet with a variety of career fields and graduate schools who value the skills and experiences unique to students from small, private liberal arts colleges.
Hosted by the College Career Consortium of Illinois (CCCI): Augustana College, Aurora University, Concordia University Chicago, Dominican University, Elmhurst College, Eureka College, Illinois College, Illinois Wesleyan University, Knox College, Lewis University, Monmouth College, North Central College, North Park University, Rockford University, University of St. Francis
Why more than 80% of Augustana College students have internships
From Quad Cities to Costa Rica, internships expose students to the career options that intrigue them the most, and build skills for the world after graduation.
Bell ’15 runs the Mississippi River Trail to fight childhood cancer
Former Augustana professors and teammates showed up to support alumnus Grant Bell as he runs to raise money for childhood cancer research this summer. Find out Bell's motivation behind the 2,300-mile trek along the Mississippi River.
Register for CareerFest '27; transportation available
If you are a student seeking part time, full-time jobs, internship opportunities or graduate schools, plan to attend CareerFest '27. With a chance to meet with a variety of career fields and graduate schools who value the skills and experiences unique to students from small, private liberal arts colleges.
Register for fall QC Career EXPO '26; transportation available
Get ready for an exciting day of recruiting and networking at QC Career EXPO. This is your opportunity to meet with talented students from the five Quad Cities colleges representing all degree programs and class levels seeking internships and full-time roles.