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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

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

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,

‘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

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

Augustana students venture into Alaska wilderness

Augustana students embarked on an intense and perspective-altering journey through the Alaskan wilderness this summer. Through a rigorous trip to Alaska, students came away with a greater appreciation for nature and each other. Thirteen students, led by professor David O’Hara, camped and hiked their way through several Alaskan state

From classes online to in-person

When the pandemic forced the country to shut down in early 2020, many felt sorry for the graduating high school seniors, as they were neither able to complete their K-12 education normally nor enter college. Many Augustana freshmen spent their entire senior year learning via Zoom and are adjusting to