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Alayna Jones

Alayna serves as the sports editor and social media manager. She is a senior at Augustana University, studying English, journalism and anthropology.

‘Iron Flame’ disappoints, confuses readers

‘Iron Flame’ disappoints, confuses readers

After soaring to the New York Times bestseller list for six months—and holding the No. 1 spot for three months—“Fourth Wing” by Rebecca Yarros took the book world by storm with its dragons, romance and intense storyline. Just seven months later, its sequel “Iron Flame” was released. With

Men’s golf finishes fall season, looks ahead to spring

Men’s golf finishes fall season, looks ahead to spring

The Augustana men’s golf team wrapped up its fall season on Oct. 24 at the Tulsa Cup in Oklahoma, placing 15th as a team with 914 strokes. Sophomore Jacob Stewart led the individual effort with 219 strokes, tying for 16th. Junior Will Allen was the second-leading scorer for Augustana

Swimming and diving begins season with new head coach

Swimming and diving begins season with new head coach

The men’s and women’s swimming and diving team launched its season with the arrival of a new coach and a meet against St. Cloud State University and the University of Sioux Falls on Sept. 28. The women’s team swam to a win of 167-133 over St. Cloud

ANGLES: What is the best way to adapt a book?

In the age of adaptation and constant remaking of existing works, it is worth acknowledging that not all adaptations are created equal. The process of adaptation is a difficult one. One must provide a new take on an older story without disrespecting long-time fans of the source material. However, adapting

Key to the City victory unlocks head coach’s 100th win

Key to the City victory unlocks head coach’s 100th win

The Augustana Vikings defeated the University of Sioux Falls Cougars on Sept. 30 with a score of 49-29 in a battle for the “Key to the City.” Keeping their undefeated streak, the Vikings continue with a 5-0 season. “It’s a special game, no question about it,” head coach Jerry

New Student Engagement director supports student leadership

Augustana hired a new director of Student Engagement in June 2023, who has since established a developing leadership program and short-term goals for the office. As the new director of Student Engagement, Nathan McQuinn oversees students’ experiences outside of the classroom. He has previously worked as the director of Residence

Vikings victorious in Viking Days game

Vikings victorious in Viking Days game

Augustana Vikings football sealed the celebration of 100 years of homecoming with a win against Minnesota State University Moorhead. After taking down the Dragons with a score of 31-27, the Vikings now hold an undefeated record of 4-0. In the first half of the game, senior running back Jarod Epperson