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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

Tuve Improvements expected in fall 2025

Tuve Improvements expected in fall 2025

Dorm hall receives aesthetic updates, no AC or elevator access Tuve Hall is getting a modern makeover with single rooms and renovated bathrooms, offering more comfort and privacy while preserving its warm, communal environment. First built in 1950 and named after former university president Anthony Tuve, the dorm is one

Augustana hires ASL staff to replace summer resignations

Augustana hires ASL staff to replace summer resignations

Augustana’s American Sign Language (ASL) department experienced difficulties this summer when three of four faculty members resigned following the 2023-2024 school year. For students like Emma Krutsinger, a senior and ASL interpreting major, this news was alarming. Krutsinger is currently in her seventh year of college. She has transferred

Morrison Commons gets modern update

Morrison Commons gets modern update

The second phase of the Morrison Commons renovations has been a work in progress since May 2024. These renovations update the dining hall, relocate the Starbucks and C-Store, introduce a new center staircase and create diverse seating options for studying and dining. Additionally, a Campus Safety office with glass walls

Government class polls student body

Government class polls student body

Over the next six weeks, three public opinion polls regarding the upcoming presidential election will be sent to Augustana undergraduate students via email. The first two polls will be administered before the election from Sept. 26 to Oct. 1 and from Oct. 30 to Nov. 4. The third poll will

Augustana smashes enrollment records despite FAFSA delays

Augustana smashes enrollment records despite FAFSA delays

This year, Augustana welcomes 2,390 students, with 533 incoming full-time freshmen, the second largest incoming class and largest student body in Augustana history. This is up from last year’s freshman class of 454 and marks the fourth consecutive year in which the University's overall enrollment has

Campus Safety arms officers

Campus Safety arms officers

In recent years, there has been an increase in mass school shootings that continue to pose a threat to our nation. Statstica estimates that 35 school shootings have occurred in 2024 as of July. To prevent this threat on campus, Associate Vice President of Campus Safety Rick Tupper said that