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Augustana needs more LGBTQ+ visibility

Augustana needs more LGBTQ+ visibility

In a conservative-leaning state like South Dakota, liberal arts universities have a unique opportunity to give minority communities a place to feel safe and teach the community what it means to be inclusive, equitable and diverse. But lately, I’ve noticed a severe lack of consideration for sexuality and gender

Don't stop creating art

Don't stop creating art

In his 2016 blog “How to create art and make cool stuff in a time of trouble,” Chuck Wendig wrote“If you are a person that Makes Art, then that’s who you are and there’s nothing precious or small about that.” If you’re anything like me, you’

Turning Point USA should be taken seriously

Turning Point USA should be taken seriously

In fall 2020, I remember walking past tables and bulletin boards littered with Turning Point USA materials — some boldly proclaimed “socialism sucks,” others, the evils of “Big Government.” I didn’t know much about the organization other than its association with the dumber, sloganeering impulses of the American right. In

Students' efforts can help reduce campus food waste

Students' efforts can help reduce campus food waste

Food waste is an ever growing topic of concern as the effects of climate change are increasingly felt in today’s society. According to Feeding America, 80 million tons of food are thrown away in the United States each year. WWF states, “the production of lost or wasted food generates

Curriculum lacks on-campus courses specific to African continent

Curriculum lacks on-campus courses specific to African continent

My first week at Augustana involved International Students Orientation. That week was filled with daily sessions during which we were provided with the knowledge to ease our transition from high school to an American university. Among the explanations of the meaning of “Midwest nice” and a session on culture shock,

Should South Dakota legalize statewide sports betting?

Later this month, arguably the largest sports betting event in college sports, March Madness, will inspire the making of both official and unofficial brackets. Current South Dakota law only allows sports betting in Deadwood and tribal casinos in person and bets can only be placed on professional teams and out-of-state

Community needs to improve recycling practices

Community needs to improve recycling practices

From a young age, we learn the importance and benefit of recycling. However, according to the Recycling Task Force Report established by Sioux Falls’ sustainability department in September 2023, there has been a steady decrease in recycling in the area, from a record high of 23.4% in 2018 to