The Augustana University College of Arts & Sciences (CAS) is the foundation of an Augustana education — offering diverse undergraduate programs deeply rooted in the liberal arts. Across the college's five areas — Life Sciences, Pure & Applied Sciences, Humanities & Cultural Studies, Languages, Literature & Communication and Social Sciences, as well as the Center for Interdisciplinary Studies (CIS) — students are prepared to lead successful careers and meaningful lives.
College of Arts & Sciences at AU
College of Arts & Sciences at AU
Meet the Dean
At Augustana, we believe that students are more than their major. The Augustana College of Arts & Sciences is where they gain both deep knowledge in their chosen field and the broader skills that make a life meaningful — clear communication, ethical reasoning, creativity and empathy.
As dean, Dr. Jennifer Gubbels helps carry this vision forward. A biologist by training, she has also explored questions at the intersections of science, faith and ethics — experiences that convinced her of the power of the liberal arts to connect head with heart. At Augustana, the liberal arts are not separate from professional training, but integrated — preparing students not just for work, but leadership, service and a lifetime of learning.
| COLLEGE OF ARTS & SCIENCES | ||||
| AREAS | ||||
| HUMANITIES & CULTURAL STUDIES | LANGUAGES, LITERATURE & COMMUNICATION | LIFE SCIENCES | PURE & APPLIED SCIENCES | SOCIAL SCIENCES |
DEPARTMENTS | DEPARTMENTS → Communication & Media Studies | DEPARTMENT → Biology | DEPARTMENTS → Chemistry & Biochemistry | DEPARTMENTS → Economics |
Latest News
In Fall 2026, the Augustana University Government & International Affairs Department expanded its degree program offerings to include more specialized majors — giving students focused pathways aligned with their interests, workforce demands and graduate school preparation.
The Augustana University Theatre Department presents the world premier of Straw Boy by Mikennah Oleson '26. Straw Boy, presented on Oct. 22-25, is a reimagining of Pinocchio and aims to spin an almost-fairy tale — filled with music and magic, as well as questions of what it means to be real and good.
To purchase tickets, visit augie.edu/tickets.
For Viking Days, the Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University is welcoming back Gracie Korstjens ’24 for their first solo exhibition “Identity // Identify.” The exhibition is on view through Thursday, Oct. 29, with a homecoming gallery reception at the Center for Visual Arts on Friday, Oct. 23, from 7-9 p.m., with an artist talk at 7:30 p.m.