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Ryleigh Tupper

Ryleigh is a junior at Augustana University with majors in journalism and media studies. She currently serves as sports editor and social media editor.

Augustana launches fintech program

Augustana launches fintech program

Starting in fall 2023, the undergraduate catalog will include a new major: financial technology. Nicknamed fintech, the major will incorporate a number of different courses that pair with new technologies, like data analytics, computer science, business and accounting. Glen Herrick, chief financial officer at Pathward, the new program’s donor

Fake dorm plants are better than real ones

Fake dorm plants are better than real ones

Living in a dorm is interesting to say the least. For many, life completely changes from what we’re accustomed to. Each person tends to decorate their rooms to feel more homely. Some scatter the walls with pictures of friends and family while others show off artwork. Occasionally, one can

IPO receives winter clothing for international students

IPO receives winter clothing for international students

The International Programs Office received two donations this fall for its IPO Winter Closet — a space dedicated to storing winter gear collected for international students — that have helped to make up for a shortage of coats. Kelsey Thomas, the IPO assistant director of customized programs and an employee at the

Basso and Benning crowned Viking Days royalty

Basso and Benning crowned Viking Days royalty

Seniors Madeline Basso and Cooper Benning were crowned the 2022 Viking Days royalty during the coronation ceremony on Oct. 12. Students had the opportunity to vote for the two candidates out of ten royalty court members: Sadbi Bravo, Tatiana Chance, Courtney Chrystal, Jose Cruz Medina, Colin Ferri, Kellie Geigle, Kinzie

Wagoner, Bergsaker residents experience problems

Wagoner, Bergsaker residents experience problems

Since moving in, residents of the newly built Wagoner Hall and the renovated Bergsaker Hall have reported problems with the buildings. While these buildings were expected to be ready for residents, students have reported numerous electrical problems in Bergsaker and ceiling leaks in Wagoner. According to Rick Tupper, the associate

Campus green improvements continue

Campus green improvements continue

The campus green will continue to see improvements this academic year after beginning renovations this past spring and summer. The future plan for the green is centered around multipurpose use with a significant emphasis on recreational services. Renovations of the green began back in April 2022. In order to create