The Augustana University English & Journalism Department supports students to become better readers, writers, editors and critical thinkers, prepared for editorial or academic careers, as well as work in law, business, government and more. The curiosity and critical thinking skills learned in this department are in high demand for a range of careers.
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Augustana University is proud to announce the graduating Class of 2026.
For the sixth year in Augustana’s history, the university’s commencement ceremonies will be held at Kirkeby-Over Stadium. The ceremonies on Saturday, May 23, will include an undergraduate ceremony for the Class of 2026 at 10:30 a.m., as well as a graduate hooding and commencement ceremony at 2:30 p.m.
Augustana University has selected Maya Madson ‘27 and Ayden Calvert ‘27 to take part in the 2026 Peace Scholars Program — designed to inspire and engage “students to become full participants in peacemaking efforts around the world.”
Augustana University student Zach Richardson ‘26, of Canton, South Dakota, was given an opportunity to intern with Sports Illustrated in Fall 2025. The journalism and media studies double major, and AU Football player for five years, said building meaningful connections in the journalism field is important to his future career.