Linda Weiss is an independent contractor in Oakland Park, Fla. She is an Online Therapist with Talkspace, Disruptive Event Management Specialist with R3Contimuum, an Adjunct Faculty member with University of Illinois School of Social Work and the Executive Director of National Cooperative of Health Networks.

"I believe in giving back and helping the next generation of Vikings and professionals. I have a wealth of experience in social services, including direct clinical and casework services, supervision and management and education. I can draw on these hands-on experiences to assist students."

Graduation year: 1988

Post-grad: MSW form the University of Illinois

Major: Social Work

Campus activities: Basketball

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Sara Kumpula currently teaches 5-8 band at Big Hollow Middle School in Ingleside, Ill. She works with beginning through intermediate level students teaching them the fundamentals of playing their instrument as well as ensemble playing.

"There are so many questions as you embark on a new career. I would love to be a mentor that a young professional can turn to when they need help, advice, or just someone who will listen. I would especially love to help fellow Vikings!"

Graduation year: 2006

Post-grad: Educational Leadership with a Principal Endorsement

Major: Music Education

Campus activities: CA for Res Life, Symphonic Band, Flute Choir, Band and Centennial Hall staff

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Jim Sandberg is a CPA and Manager at Ernst & Young in Chicago working in the financial accounting advisory services practice. He works as a business advisor helping clients' finance function transform as they go through transactions. Jim started his career at Deloitte where he worked in audit for six years.

"I received great support from staff, faculty and alumni during my time at Augustana which prepared me to take the CPA exam and work at a Big Four accounting firm. Like many Augie students, I grew up in Colorado, and I share the experience of adjusting to life in the Midwest and starting a career in Chicago. I hope I can help students who are interested in working at a public accounting firm or taking the CPA exam.

By sharing my own experiences, connecting students with other Augie alumni in various cities, and connecting students with alumni working in various lines of work (accounting, finance, tax and consulting), I hope to help students recognize the great opportunities that an Augustan degree provides."

Graduation year: 2013

Post-grad: Augustana Accounting Certificate Program

Majors: Accounting and finance

Campus activities: Varsity baseball, Athletes Giving Back Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program, Rocky Mountain Student Club, Accounting tutor, Intramural Athletics

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Deb Erhart is a Human Resources Talent Acquisition Consultant working with student teachers at Fort Bend Independent School District in Sugar Land, Texas. She created the Grow Your Own program for employees with bachelor's degrees who would like to become teacher certified and work with interns and student observers.

"My passion is supporting the growth of others and education. For those students interested in the education field, especially now that we are virtual and face to face, I would be happy to provide insight, support and guidance."

Graduation year: 1979

Majors: Math, secondary education

Campus activities: Band, education programs

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