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Bernard Bishop collection on Sveas Söner Singing Society (Rockford, Illinois), 1922-1974
The Sveas Söner Singing Society of Rockford, Illinois was organized on January 23, 1890 and joined the American Union of Swedish Singers as a charter member in 1892. Its initial purpose was to perpetuate Swedish music. In 1965, to celebrate their 75th anniversary, the chorus made a singing tour of Scandinavian countries, including a pre-tour performance at the World’s Fair in New York City. Items were collected and saved by chorus manager Bernard Bishop.
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Graduates find futures in history
Augustana’s history courses and mentors prepare graduates for all kinds of success.
Peter Westerlund biographies, 1908
Peter Westerlund (1839-1937) was born in Hassela parish, Hälsingland, Sweden. In 1850, he left for America with his family and Eric Norelius and settled in Andover, Illinois. In 1859, he left with several others to follow the Gold Rush to Colorado. He remained for a short time in El Paso before coming back to Andover when the South was preparing for war. He farmed from 1865-1882 and then took up banking in Orion. He was married to Eleanora Christina Sophia Hultman in 1863 by Rev. Jonas Swenson. This collection consists of two biographical accounts of Peter Westerlund.
How to keep a safe distance indoors and out
Students, faculty and visitors on campus for the fall 2020 semester will see directions and signs on how to keep a safe distance indoors and out.
Witkowski wins annual Geifman Prize
Victoria Witkowski, a junior from Dousman, Wis., is this year's winner of the Geifman Prize in Holocaust Studies, an annual student competition with awards up to $500.
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