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Strategic plan outlines goals for ‘dynamic digital campus’

Strategic plan outlines goals for ‘dynamic digital campus’

This is the sixth part of a continuing series on Viking Bold. Augustana’s ten-year strategic plan completed its first phase in 2023. In part two of Viking Bold’s physical campus and information technology pillar, Augustana plans to transform into a dynamic digital campus, using new technologies, connectivity and

School of Music prepares for the future

School of Music prepares for the future

Program will grow to four choral ensembles next academic year The Augustana School of Music is set to add two new choral groups this fall that will incorporate a more modern perspective, School of Music faculty say. The School of Music currently features three choirs: Angelus, Augustana Choir and Chamber

Potential ballot measure could affect recreational marijuana use

Potential ballot measure could affect recreational marijuana use

South Dakota has approved the circulation of a ballot question regarding the legalization of recreational marijuana, with the measure having potential to be back on the ballot for the upcoming 2024 elections on Nov. 5. Continued discussions on the possibility of legalizing recreational marijuana in the state has spread to

Viking Bold renovates physical campus

Viking Bold renovates physical campus

This is the fifth part of a continuing series on Viking Bold. Augustana’s campus has undergone multiple changes since 2019, including the addition of Wagoner Hall and the Midco Arena, as well as renovations to the campus green, Morrison Commons and residence halls, like Bergsaker and Solberg. These changes

ASA announces election results for next fall's senate

ASA announces election results for next fall's senate

On March 28, at 5 p.m., the polls for the Augustana Student Association’s 2024 spring elections closed after three days of voting. Less than an hour later, the election results were announced. Elections for president, vice president and secretary were uncontested. The ASA’s 2024-2025 president will be

Turning Point revival sparks controversy on campus

Turning Point revival sparks controversy on campus

Augustana’s chapter of Turning Point USA announced its revival on campus earlier this March, following a period of inactivity that began in 2022. News of the club’s recent start-up has led to controversy among students over the organization’s stances. According to the AU TPUSA constitution, the purpose

Interfaith Council discovers disrespectful notes at event

Interfaith Council discovers disrespectful notes at event

Augustana’s Interfaith Council celebrated the first day of Interfaith Week on March 20 with a Q&A board in the Morrison Commons, prompting students to reflect on their own faith traditions and what they appreciate about others’. However, when the Interfaith Council went to read the responses on