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International student calls for changes in perspectives

International student calls for changes in perspectives

This semester, I spoke with a student who was frantically complaining of how she missed home after her first few days at Augustana. Something she said has stuck with me. “I felt like dirt. l felt dirty. I had an identity loss. How was I to find a person I

Local farm advocates for sustainable food practices

Local farm advocates for sustainable food practices

Whether it’s your first semester at Augustana or you are a life-long Sioux Falls community member, there are always new places to explore in South Dakota. Luckily, the city offers many opportunities to practice sustainability while adventuring with friends. The Good Earth Farm LLC continually provides fresh experiences that

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

Carry a camera, capture more moments

Carry a camera, capture more moments

If I had to pick my favorite saying, it would be “Take a picture. It will last longer.” Capturing moments through photos makes memories live forever. Coming from someone who works with the art form daily, everyone should consider practicing photography at one point in their life. My fondest memory

Safety of campus should be more transparent

Safety of campus should be more transparent

Being safe is an important part of making a student’s experience at Augustana memorable, and now is the time for action and transparency in regards to campus safety. There have been multiple events in the last year where I have been concerned about the safety of campus. Last semester,

New school year, new sustainable habits

New school year, new sustainable habits

Well, here we are: the start of another school year. This season signifies a time to reunite with friends and meet new classmates. It’s a time to discuss brain-scratching topics with professors, indulge in the dining hall’s endless pizza slices and try out the Chick-fil-A waffle fries. It’

Taylor Swift inspires academic dedication

Taylor Swift inspires academic dedication

If you are a Taylor Swift fan, you probably have recently posted something on your Instagram story with Swift’s song “august” playing in the background. Swifties know that “Taylor” season is coming, otherwise known as fall, for the non-Swift fans. But along with autumn, school comes too. Pretending to