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Parker Carbonneau

Parker is a junior majoring in data journalism with minors in data science and computer science & software engineering. He currently serves as the news editor.

Augustana adapts to largest freshman class ever

Augustana adapts to largest freshman class ever

A record 615 first-years boosted Augustana’s enrollment to 2,548 this fall. This marks a significant step in the university’s goal of enrolling 3,000 students by 2030 as part of the Viking Bold strategic plan. Adam Heinitz, associate vice president of enrollment management, credited the growth to

Viking Days: A week of pride

Viking Days: A week of pride

For freshmen, it’s the beginning. For seniors, the finale. And for alumni, a return to where it all began. It’s Viking Days — a week of blue and gold, late-night laughter, campus traditions and crowds coming together to celebrate what it means to be a Viking. The week-long celebration,

DEI office replaced amid federal pressure

DEI office replaced amid federal pressure

Augustana has dissolved its Office of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, a move administrators call a “strategic evolution.” While the university frames this decision as a way to “infuse” diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) efforts across campus, the quiet rollout has created uncertainty among those it was meant to support. The

Freshman competitive cuber's race against the clock

Freshman competitive cuber's race against the clock

Hamre Hall is packed, buzzing with excitement. Welcome Week’s New Student Variety is in full swing — students clap and cheer as singers, musicians, dancers and poets take the stage to show off their talents. After the first few performers, a tall figure steps onstage. He stands about 6 feet

IPO’s Edmunds Reed to leave Augustana

IPO’s Edmunds Reed to leave Augustana

After more than seven years as a dedicated advocate and guide for Augustana’s international students, Heather Edmunds Reed, co-director of the International Programs Office (IPO), is leaving the university. Edmunds Reed joined Augustana in 2018 as a part-time office coordinator for the IPO, seeking more time with her children

Campus Closet Provides Students with Low-Cost, Professional Clothing

Campus Closet Provides Students with Low-Cost, Professional Clothing

It all started with a few boxes scattered around campus — in dorms, academic buildings and even the administration building. Inside lay donated blazers, shirts, shoes, pants, skirts and ties. By April 8, those donations transformed Student Street inside the Morrison Commons into a pop-up boutique. The Career Closet, a collaboration

Gubbels appointed inaugural CAS dean

After 15 years of teaching at Augustana, Jennifer Gubbels, associate professor of biology and division chair of natural sciences, will serve as the inaugural dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) starting July 1, 2025. Gubbels’ appointment marks a key step in Provost Joel Johnson’s plan to