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Empen '26 named Lincoln Academy student laureate
Augustana College senior Ian Empen, a double-major in geography and psychology from Rock Island, was named a student laureate by The Lincoln Academy of Illinois. Student laureates are seniors who have excelled in curricular and extracurricular activities during their college careers.
Strategic by design: Liberal arts as the smartest strategy in a skills-driven age
At the fall launch of Augustana’s Futurist Thinking Series, faculty, alumni and civic leaders gathered to confront one of higher education’s most urgent questions: Do the liberal arts still matter in a world driven by microcredentials, AI and marketable skills?
Augustana Board of Trustees elects new members
Augustana College announces five new members of the college’s Board of Trustees. The trustees were selected during the college's May and October meetings of the board, and their terms officially started this fall. The new trustees will serve a term of four years.
Schedule of student charges 2026-2027
The schedule of student charges is published as a supplement to the Augustana College Catalog.
5 things I wish I knew as an international student
The longing to see the familiar sights of home, to feel the warmth of loved ones and to be surrounded by family is a feeling all too familiar to me as an international student. Although I am more than 5,000 miles away from home, for the time being, I have found a cozy place to call home.
“If you study and get involved in the things you are passionate about, then you will have an amazing college experience.”Read More
At Augustana, these triplets found it all — and one shared goal
Antione, Trevion and Luniah Gilford wanted a lot from their college choice: strong athletic programs, generous financial aid, a welcoming environment and the majors they each had in mind. After considering all options, the trio from Plano, Ill., decided to make Augustana College their new home.
Flu shots available Nov. 5
The Rock Island County Health Department will be offering Flu shots for Augustana employees and students on Wednesday, Nov. 5, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon in Centennial Hall.
Red Folder
The Dean of Students Office and Academic Affairs are committed to helping all Augustana students successfully navigate issues that arise during their time here. The Red Folder initiative is a guide to help faculty, staff, and other community members who interact with students to recognize, respond effectively to, and refer distressed students to the appropriate resources at Augustana College.