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Camaldolese Monk Brings Contemplative Message in Word and Song

Thursday, September 3, 2009

Cyprian Consiglio, a Camaldolese monk, musician, and teacher, is bringing a “Universal Call to Contemplation” message to Augustana College September 13-17. “Compassionate and Wise” is the overall theme for Consiglio’s visit.

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Kirkeby-Over Stadium Dedicated

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

A large crowd gathered Tuesday, September 1, for the dedication of Kirkeby-Over Stadium, Augustana’s new $11 million football facility. Following the ribbon-cutting ceremony the crowd was invited to tour the 6,000-seat stadium.

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Midcontinent Communications to Broadcast Opening Game

Wednesday, September 2, 2009

Can't make the inaugural game at Kirkeby-Over Stadium on Saturday? Tune in to Midcontinent Communications to catch all the action, from kick-off to the final down. Check the Midcontinent site for channel information.

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Residence Life staff, students attend Fire Safety Academy

Tuesday, September 1, 2009

Augustana’s student and professional Residence Life staff learned a valuable lesson on Monday: how to save lives in the event of a fire. The group spent four hours preparing to deal with fire related emergencies as part of the College’s first Fire Safety Academy.

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Augustana Coaches’ Show Debuts Today

Monday, August 31, 2009

“The Augustana Coaches’ Show” debuts on ESPN-99.1 with host Jeff Fylling. The program originates live from Champps on Mondays between 5:00-6:00 p.m. and will be broadcast throughout the Vikings’ fall and winter seasons.

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As Seen on KELO-TV: Area's Newest, Most Entertaining

Monday, August 31, 2009

Saturday, September 5, will mark the first day of on-campus football at Augustana College since the 1956 season.To help celebrate the event and spread the excitement, the following advertisment is being aired on KELO-TV.

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Augustana Fund Has Record Year

Thursday, August 27, 2009

The Augustana Fund, the heart of the College’s annual giving program, surpassed its goal and celebrated a record year with $818,000 in total gifts for 2008-2009. The total raised is a 35% increase over the previous year.

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Augustana, Sioux Falls Fire Rescue, host Fire Safety Academy

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Augustana College’s Department of Campus Safety and Sioux Falls Fire Rescue will host the inaugural Residence Life Fire Safety Academy, designed to prepare both student and professional residence life staff to address fire related emergencies.

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Bust of Bob Hall Unveiled

Wednesday, August 26, 2009

Bob Hall is usually the one springing surprises, but Tuesday he was on the receiving end. Hall was greeted by a large contingent from the College and community unveiling of a bust bearing Hall’s likeness.

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Former Pakistan Leader is Boe Forum Speaker

Tuesday, August 25, 2009

Pervez Musharraf, former President of Pakistan, is the speaker for the 2009 Boe Forum on Public Affairs, according to Dr. Harry Thompson, Interim Director of The Center for Western Studies at Augustana College.

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