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Nora Winckler

Nora is a senior at Augustana University, where she studies government, English and journalism. She currently serves as the assistant editor.

IPO plans to purchase van for student transport

IPO plans to purchase van for student transport

The International Programs Office is set to purchase a 12-passenger van to use for group events and orientation transport by June 2023. The IPO received approval from the provost’s office but is still awaiting confirmation from the business office. The estimated $70,000 van purchase will be funded by

Head coach Lindsie Micko Resigns from swimming and diving

Head coach Lindsie Micko Resigns from swimming and diving

Swimming and diving head coach Lindsie Micko is resigning after seven seasons at Augustana. Micko created both of Augustana’s swimming and diving programs, launching the women’s program during the 2016-2017 school year and the men’s in 2021-2022. “I’m so proud of our teams,” Micko said. “Starting

Interim provost to take position in summer after current provost leaves

Interim provost to take position in summer after current provost leaves

Colin Irvine will leave his position as provost to become the president of Concordia College in Moorhead, Minnesota, this summer; professor Joel Johnson has been named acting provost in Irvine’s absence. Irvine has served as provost since 2018. During that time, he oversaw both student and academic affairs and

Women’s lacrosse team to be added as club sport in fall 2023

Women’s lacrosse team to be added as club sport in fall 2023

The Vikings will add women’s lacrosse to its varsity sports roster in the 2025-2026 academic year. The sport will be offered to students as a club sport beginning in fall 2023, while the varsity sport’s details will be finalized after that. “We feel it offers us the best

New Amazon lockers bring convenience to campus

New Amazon lockers bring convenience to campus

A set of Amazon lockers are the newest addition to the Morrison Commons and provide students and faculty with a flexible mailing option. To use the lockers, users must be logged into their Amazon accounts. Once they are at checkout, they must enter Augustana’s address — 2001 S Summit Ave,

Campus houses removed to build new apartments

Campus houses removed to build new apartments

Augustana cleared four houses near campus to make way for the construction of new campus apartments, which will feature community-style living. While planning is still in its preliminary stages, the apartments will contribute to Augustana’s variety of living communities. According to Augustana President Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, construction is slated

Debate continues about Chick-fil-A as new campus vendor

Debate continues about Chick-fil-A as new campus vendor

Augustana University will partner with Sodexo to add a Chick-fil-A station to the lower level of the Morrison Commons in an effort to modernize campus dining options. Announced via email on Oct. 4, the restaurant will be open in fall 2023. According to Augustana’s CFO and executive vice president