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Parker Carbonneau

Parker Carbonneau is sophomore at Augustana, where he studies journalism. He currently serves as ASA reporter

ASA rolls out Phase II of transportation model updates

ASA rolls out Phase II of transportation model updates

The Augustana Student Association announced the second phase of its transportation updates which eliminated the SAM (Sioux Area Metro) On Demand portion of the program and provides four more Lyft passes this semester, in addition to the eight already provided to each student using the program. Lyft passes reduce the

From pledges to progress: How empathy can heal political divides

From pledges to progress: How empathy can heal political divides

As I walked into the Morrison Commons to grab a sandwich during my lunch break, I was approached by Angie Hummel, the director of mental health and wellness, who enthusiastically asked me to sign Augustana’s “Election 2024: Curiosity, Courage & Civility” pledge. I felt pretty apprehensive about signing a

IM28 sparks debate amongst South Dakotans

IM28 sparks debate amongst South Dakotans

As the Nov. 5 election draws near, the debate regarding IM28 intensifies. The measure would eliminate the state’s ability to tax products for human consumption, excluding alcohol or prepared food. Proponents argue IM28 eliminates a regressive grocery tax, while critics warn of significant unintended consequences. A 2022 study by

Out to eat in Sioux Falls: Giliberto’s always open

Out to eat in Sioux Falls: Giliberto’s always open

It’s 2 a.m. Augustana, once teeming with students, now lies eerily still. Silence engulfs you, broken only by the low grumblings of your insatiable stomach. Yet just a short three-minute drive away, Giliberto’s is cooking a fresh order of carne asada super nachos to satisfy your late-night

ASA reconstructs transportation program

ASA reconstructs transportation program

In 2020, the Augustana Student Association began partnering with the rideshare company Lyft to provide students access to subsidized transportation. This year, amid rising costs and budget concerns, ASA announced significant changes to the transportation program. ASA’s new hybrid transportation program uses a combination of the previous Viking Lyft

Augustana soccer charges into new season

Augustana soccer charges into new season

On Sept. 22, the Augustana soccer team fell to the Minnesota State Mavericks in a 3-1 loss on the road. With a record of 2-3-1, the Vikings are ranked eighth in the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference, but current standings fail to tell the full story. Head coach Brandon Barkus, entering

Four freshmen prevail in competitive ASA race

Four freshmen prevail in competitive ASA race

This fall, Augustana’s freshman class elected four new senators to the Augustana Student Association. Afomiya Dejene, Maggie McKeown and Igen Nyawanda were elected as freshman senators, and Nina Luz was elected as the freshman international student senator. ASA President Annie Johnston expressed her enthusiasm for what these new senators