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Math colloquium introduces students to complex mathematical concepts

Math colloquium introduces students to complex mathematical concepts

The Augustana Math Colloquium returned Sept. 21 and has since hosted four speakers. The event is held every Tuesday by the Mathematics Department and features presentations on a wide variety of math subjects. “These are topics that you are unlikely to see at a regular class here at Augustana,” said

COVID-19 cancels abroad trips

In the wake of global COVID-19 restrictions, many students have been disappointed by the news that their J-term study away courses were canceled. Many are making the best of it, however, and exploring different options to expand their educational horizons. Erin Kane, associate director for IPO, said many factors go

AOP backpacks Black Hills

The Augustana Outdoor Program (AOP) goes on a weekend-long backpacking trip in the Black Hills once a year. Ryan Brown, AOP director, and six students left Sept. 17 and got back late Sept. 19. Brown said the trip is great for beginners who have never backpacked before, as the hike

Hikers take on Good Earth at night

The only lights that lit up consisted of a few street poles and the iridescence of students’ headlights filling up the parking lot, shining on the abundance of deer that suddenly appeared. A few car doors shut and students looked around acknowledging the reality that they were about to trudge

‘The 39 Steps’ theater performance debut: here’s what to expect

The 39 Steps, presented by Augustana Theatre Sept. 30 to Oct. 3, is sure to be a hilarious, chaotic show. The serious spy-thriller turned spoof features farcical costume changes, a minimalistic acting box set and comically-timed sound cues. “It’s almost like a parody,” sophomore Neil Peltier said. “It’s

Classroom cleaning and social distancing changes

Policies regarding sanitation and social distancing on campus have changed over the last two years due to COVID-19. Students and professors alike continue to adapt to the new changes that come with these policies. “I would rather be here and have to wear my mask, be separated, and you know,

La Unión Hispana celebrates beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month

La Unión Hispana celebrated National Hispanic Heritage Month with the Festival of Culture Sept. 16, the first of three planned events celebrating hispanic heritage. The Festival of Culture was a collaboration between La Unión Hispana, the department of languages, literature and culture and the diversity, equity and inclusion office. The