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Elmen Center to receive $3M renovation

Elmen Center to receive $3M renovation

July 13, 1987 — the date inscribed on the ceremonial shovel propped up in a corner of Director of Recreational Services Logan Haak’s office. This was the day Augustana broke ground on the Elmen Center, and the brand-new facility opened for use about two years later. Almost 40 years have

‘This is just the beginning’: Acro shines on national stage

‘This is just the beginning’: Acro shines on national stage

In just their third season of competition, the No. 4-seeded Augustana Acrobatics and Tumbling team wasn’t just a part of the National Collegiate Acrobatics and Tumbling Association national competition — they were the heart of it. As hosts of the 2025 National Championship, the Vikings stepped confidently into the national

SAAC gives back, makes local wish come true

SAAC gives back, makes local wish come true

Laughter and excitement filled the air in the Elmen Center on Saturday, April 19, as Augustana athletes made the day for Sioux Falls’ families. The building was filled with face-painting stations, yard games and bounce houses for the families to enjoy. Augustana’s Student-Athlete Advisory Committee collaborated with Make-A-Wish to

Hecht retires after 36 years at Elmen

Hecht retires after 36 years at Elmen

For the past 36 years, Director of Recreational Services Mark Hecht has driven to the Elmen Center, walked through the doors and greeted staff and students alike before sitting down at his desk to start the day’s tasks. On Sept. 3, 2024, Hecht completed this routine for his final

Augustana, Sioux Falls communities celebrate third Diversity Summit

Augustana, Sioux Falls communities celebrate third Diversity Summit

The Augustana Student Association held its third annual Diversity Summit on April 6 as an effort to encourage more diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives at the school. With the theme of teaching attendees how to be better citizens, the summit provided an opportunity for people to learn how to be

Late Night Las Vegas takes over Elmen Center

Late Night Las Vegas takes over Elmen Center

The Elmen Center didn’t appear as its usual self Saturday night. Students entered the building dressed as royalty, prepared to gamble fake money. The first 50 students to enter the late night received inflatable swords. With a 12 person team, junior Peter Kahnke and sophomore Kendall Backora set up

Early-morning burglars vandalize Elmen Center

Early-morning burglars vandalize Elmen Center

Members of the Vikings swimming and diving team met an unusual sight at their 7 a.m. practice on Saturday, Sept. 9. at the Elmen Center. Weights, the life-guard chair and other gear rested at the bottom of the pool. Shattered glass from the first-floor viewing window sat scattered across