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Sandals provide year-round freedom, simplicity for students

Before heading to class on a chilly October morning, some students throw on boots or tennis shoes, while others slip on their sandals, open toe and all, and their feet crunch over the drifting autumn leaves. They shiver their way to a 7:50 a.m. class with their breath

University cancels all J-Term study abroad trips for 2021

As the 2020-2021 academic year continues to challenge Augustana University students, faculty and staff through Zoom classes, physical distancing and quarantine requirements heading into the end of in-person classes, the university faces yet another setback on the horizon. This January, due to Augustana’s choice to cancel its study abroad

Editorial: University should support quarantined students, not force them to fend for themselves

An email sent Nov. 10 from Dean of Students Mark Blackburn made it clear that for the remaining weeks of in-person learning, any student who tested positive for COVID-19, had close contact with someone who was positive or was awaiting test results needed to leave campus. While this is an

German major currently suspended due to decreasing enrollment in program

Augustana’s German program is suspended until further notice, Executive Vice President and Provost Colin Irvine announced during the early October faculty meeting. Suspension of the German major means that no new students will be admitted to the program, but the current students will be able to complete their studies.

SALT’s Teen Town program gives Christmas gifts to local teens

Augustana students come together annually during the holiday season to give to the community’s teens through the Teen Town program. Teen Town is a division of Serving and Learning Together (SALT) that collaborates with Salvation Army’s Toy Town. The team’s goal is to provide Christmas gifts for

It’s been 76 days since students came back to campus during the COVID-19 pandemic. Here’s what life has looked like.

Anna Rose bet her friends Juice Stop smoothies it would be three weeks. Annika Johnson wagered it would be a month. Jaden Wendt tried to rid herself of any expectations whatsoever. Each guessed at how long Augie would last doing in-person classes, living and activities. As it turns out, students

Rodis: We need ‘holistic’ healthcare reform

Healthcare is and should be viewed as a fundamental right. Holistic care is a transfigurative process, as it pertains to the mind, body and spirit. Not only that, but it should be considered an engaging conversation you have with yourself and the overall community. I have always had a passion