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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

International Programs Office responds to nationwide student visa revocations

International Programs Office responds to nationwide student visa revocations

When one senior international student decided to attend Augustana, they were hopeful and excited to see what opportunities the United States and its democratic republic could provide. Little did they know that feelings of unease and worry would begin to set in come late January of their senior year. Across

IPO navigates federal policy changes

IPO navigates federal policy changes

Amid recent changes in laws impacting travel abroad and immigration services, the International Programs Office (IPO) projects one of the largest enrollment groups of international students in Augustana’s history, raising questions about how Augustana’s community may be impacted by the federal administration and what it might expect in

International Programs Office reopens winter closet

International Programs Office reopens winter closet

As he peered out the library window, Augustana junior Patrick Adah recalled seeing snow for the first time. Adah smiled as he retold the story of studying in the library when the flakes started falling. The group of international students “left everything behind” Adah said and went immediately outside to