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Archaeology lab director Phyllis Johnson resigns

Archaeology lab director Phyllis Johnson resigns

Phyllis Johnson, known for creating a positive and welcoming environment, is stepping down as the director of the Augustana archaeology lab. Johnson has served as the director of the archaeology lab since the spring semester of 2023. During her time at Augustana, she has overseen the lab’s contract work

Endangered species need elected officials as advocates

In 1973, Congress passed the Endangered Species Act to protect wildlife that inhabits the vast terrains of the United States. The act was enacted to ensure that ecosystems are conserved and to keep the species that reside in said ecosystems and are at risk of extinction safe. On April 16,

Out to Eat in Sioux Falls: Vinyl Taco

Out to Eat in Sioux Falls: Vinyl Taco

My friend and I were craving some delicious Mexican food after a long day of class and work, and Vinyl Taco was just a few short minutes away from campus. The retro environment mixed with steaming hot, mouth-watering tacos immediately made me want to come back for more. Upon walking

Library takes on reading challenge: 'Reach for a sweet read'

Library takes on reading challenge: 'Reach for a sweet read'

This March, the Mikkelsen Library joins the Sioux Falls school district and Siouxland Libraries in their annual “Everybody Reads Challenge.” This will be the first time that Augustana participates in this challenge. The theme of this year’s challenge is “Reach for a Sweet Read.” The library designed a gumball

Thanksgiving needs to be more inclusive

Thanksgiving needs to be more inclusive

The origins of Thanksgiving began when the Pilgrims and the Wampanoag tribe feasted together on bountiful harvested goods in 1621, and over time, this event slowly developed into a traditional holiday. Unfortunately, the holiday is intrinsically tied to the brutal conquest of Native Americans. Even with the relatively peaceful pilgrims

Movie Review: The Substance engrosses and grosses out

Movie Review: The Substance engrosses and grosses out

Have you ever dreamt of a better version of yourself? Director and screenwriter Coralie Fargeat shows the fears of wishing to become a younger and more attractive version of yourself in the terrifyingly comedic film, “The Substance.” Sparkle has been the face of a popular aerobics show for decades, but

Art faculty share personal pieces in showcase

Art faculty share personal pieces in showcase

The Augustana Art Department’s Faculty Biennial showcased art faculty’s personal art pieces in the Eide/Dalrymple Gallery from Oct. 10 through Nov. 7. As students and art viewers trickled in, they were met with the works of faculty members Izia Lindsay, Chad Nelson, Scott Parsons, John Henry Peters,