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First-year students inhabit north-side

With more than 600 incoming students and a dorm out of commission for renovations, Augustana faced a housing issue at the end of last school year. Jenna Bump, director of housing operations, was tasked with finding a place to house first-year and returning students. “At first when I learned all

New ASA senators share goals for school year

New ASA senators share goals for school year

Students elected eight new senators to the Augustana Student Association (ASA) last month, completing the senate for this school year. Four of those senate spots are for freshmen, with Annaliese Wagers, Annie Johnston, Traniya Jordan and Laura Garcia Lopez chosen to represent the grade. They shared their goals and expectations

COVID-19 cancels abroad trips

In the wake of global COVID-19 restrictions, many students have been disappointed by the news that their J-term study away courses were canceled. Many are making the best of it, however, and exploring different options to expand their educational horizons. Erin Kane, associate director for IPO, said many factors go

Midco Arena: Future home of hockey

The official announcement and groundbreaking ceremony for the Midco Arena took place Oct. 5 at the location of the new $40 million hockey arena, across from the Elmen Center at 33rd and Grange. Sioux Falls mayor Paul Tenhaken, president Stephanie Herseth Sandlin and athletic director Josh Morton took the podium

A guided hike through the mountains for harmony

A guided hike through the mountains for harmony

Trekking through the forest of thin, reaching pines, your feet sink into the soft, pillowy carpet of soil. The spongy quaintness of this nature-made rug of moss and decaying plants enchant you. The simple comfort of resting your head upon the fluff is tempting after hiking through the mountainous terrain

Schmitt spends summer with Minnesota Vikings

When Austin Schmitt was in elementary school, he visited the practice facility in Mankato to cheer on his favorite Minnesota Vikings players at their training camp. This summer, the Augustana senior experienced the other side of training camp as an athletic training intern. As an intern, he learned all about

AOP backpacks Black Hills

The Augustana Outdoor Program (AOP) goes on a weekend-long backpacking trip in the Black Hills once a year. Ryan Brown, AOP director, and six students left Sept. 17 and got back late Sept. 19. Brown said the trip is great for beginners who have never backpacked before, as the hike