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Class Notes July-August 2021
Catch up on all latest news from alumni!
Message from Chair John Murabito, Aug. 4, 2021
An update on the search for the ninth president of Augustana College.
Student employment at Augustana College
All degree-seeking students registered at Augustana at least half-time (4 credits) may apply to work on campus. They may work up to 10 hours a week.
Why pronouncing names correctly is more than a common courtesy
In this NPR podcast, Ruchika Tulshyan talks about the importance of pronouncing names correctly as a way to practice anti-racism and allyship in the moment. (16 minutes)
This fall, aim for engagement
In their blog post, Matt Mariola and Ryan Ozar argue that educators should revisit the "age-old argument that student learning hinges less on content and more on engagement."
National Urban League calls for post-COVID racial equity
In the 2020-21 annual report, the National Urban League, one of the nation's oldest civil rights organizations, is advocating for a "new normal," one that is more inclusive and equitable than before the pandemic. Read the article covering the report's finding, or see the full report "The State of Black America."
A lack of diversity in research and analytics is not just unethical — it is dangerous
This opinion piece argues that better pipelines need to be created for people of color in STEM fields.
Report gives colleges a Roadmap for high-quality online education after the pandemic
This article highlights some valuable lessons that were learned after the abrupt switch to online learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Bobby '10 and Dana Swanson '10 Olson: Grateful for their choir experience
The Olsons enjoy lifelong relationships with friends they met through the Augustana Choir. That’s why giving to the Bergendoff Hall renovation project is a priority for the couple.
Bobby recalls that giving back was encouraged when he was still as student: "Just before we graduated, Dr. Hurty encouraged seniors in the Augustana Choir to donate, even if it was just $5, because the percentage of alumni who give to the college is important."