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Kat Elgersma

Kat is a senior at Augustana University and has majors in English and media studies. She currently serves as the forum editor.

Supportive communities prevail despite instances of homophobia

Supportive communities prevail despite instances of homophobia

Sunday, 1:00 a.m. I’m alone in my room, finishing up an article for the Mirror, my back against the wall, when I hear what seem to be the voices of straight, male students outside my window. I’m annoyed — again, it’s 1:00 a.m. — but

Prescription drop-box emphasizes mental health awareness

Prescription drop-box emphasizes mental health awareness

This story contains content about suicide and addiction. If you or someone you know is in an emotional crisis, reach out to the National Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing or texting 988. The Augustana Student Association and Campus Safety partnered to install a prescription drop-box in the Morrison Commons

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

Royalty member makes homecoming history

As her sister proudly announced her name during the Viking Days coronation, Makena Schultz, a third-year Augie Access student, took the stage to thunderous cheers. One of 10 royalty candidates, Schultz is the first Augie Access student to have been nominated in 100 years of homecoming. Schultz’s relentless positivity

ANGLES: Ordal Dining Hall breakfast or lunch?

Those who frequent the Ordal Dining Hall know that the experience can be wildly different depending on the time of day. Lunch and dinner are generally packed with people talking and eating and enjoying the break between classes with friends. It can be a great opportunity to socialize with friends

Senior Spotlight: Senior spring athletes finish season with a bang

Senior Spotlight: Senior spring athletes finish season with a bang

Delaney Young: Softball What has been the highlight of your time with Augustana softball? “The highlight of my time here on the softball team is definitely all of my teammates. I am so grateful for all the lifelong friendships I have made here at Augie. I would not have been

You should tell your friends you love them

You should tell your friends you love them

If being out as bisexual has taught me anything in the past few years, it’s that friendship is hideously undervalued in our culture. As a queer person, I spend a lot of time with other queer people. We tend to congregate. What stands out to me about queer friendship