New president embraces Augustana's transformative power
Augustana’s new president, Andrea Kathryn Talentino, used her inaugural address Saturday to encourage the college to preserve its ability to transform lives and combat the notion that education is only for the elite.
‘Stories shape us and the world we shape’
Dr. Ann Boaden ’67, who taught classes in English and creative writing at Augustana from 1970-2015, shares a personal reflection on the college’s historic ninth presidential inauguration.
Inauguration address: President Andrea Kathryn Talentino
Augustana College President Andrea Kathryn Talentino delivered her inauguration address on Oct. 15, 2022, before the crowd of students, alumni and employees on the campus Quad.
Mental health isn't spooky
The students of Augustana's National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) invite the campus to decorate pumpkins in a safe and welcoming environment. Everyone is welcome.
Scandinavian Studies alumni fika
Augustana Scandinavian Studies alum are invited to enjoy fika in the Swenson Center (Denkmann). Fika is immediately following the program "Sweden as Our Classroom: Partnerships with Uppsala University and Beyond" at 9:00 a.m. in Wallenberg Hall.
Mahjong Tournament
The Mahjong Club hosts its official semester tournament. People can compete for a spot as a finalist in the tournament for prizes. There will be traditional food/snacks provided for all who attend.
Augie Acres succulent night
Augie Acres is hosting a free succulent night. In order to receive a free succulent, you must attend three Augie Acres events, such as a meeting or work party.
Conference panel: 'Youth Are Calling for Action'
Jack Hughes, an Augustana College geology major, will be part of a panel, "Youth Are Calling for Action," at the Upper Mississippi River Conference.
Pearce retiring from WVIK; reception Oct. 25
Jay Pearce, chief executive officer and general manager of Quad Cities NPR affiliate WVIK, will retire Oct. 28 after 11 years at the station.