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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.
Memorial giving
Augustana College offers multiple opportunities to commemorate a loved one who passed, whether or not they are an alumnus or just that Augustana held a special place in their heart.
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.
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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.
Alumni give their time and treasure for sesquicentennial celebration
Established in 1874, the Augustana Symphonic Band is the oldest continually performing ensemble on campus and one of the oldest wind ensembles in the United States. The ensemble will celebrate its sesquicentennial anniversary with a weekend-long celebration Nov. 22-24, 2024. We sat down with some of the dedicated alumni who are planning the reunion to chat about the band program’s legacy.