The Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University is welcoming alumna Gracie Rothering ‘22 for a homecoming exhibition that is on view through Oct. 2. Rothering will exhibit two photographic series, “Hola Daniela” and “HomeTown,” and will present a free public artist talk on Friday, Sept. 26, at 7:30 p.m. as a part of the Viking Days festivities. A gallery reception will be held the same evening from 7-9 p.m.
September 09, 2025
Augustana Welcomes Largest Ever Incoming Class, Student Body in University’s 165-Year History
Augustana University welcomed a total of 2,548 students — part- and full-time undergraduate and graduate students — for Academic Year 2025-26, the largest ever student body in Augustana’s 165-year history. Among those undergraduates, a total of 615 full-time first-year students chose AU — a record high and 15% increase from last year. Augustana also set a record for the overall number of graduate students in the university’s history.
September 04, 2025
Meet the 2025 Alumni Achievement and Horizon Award Winners
Each year, Alumni Achievement Awards are presented to Augustana University alumni who have made outstanding contributions to their fields of endeavor, communities and/or churches. The Horizon Award recognizes young alumni who have graduated within the last 15 years and quickly demonstrated outstanding vocational achievement and provided faithful service to their community and/or church. Recipients of both awards must exemplify one of the shared core values of the university.
Meet the 2025 Award Winners.
August 20, 2025
Matthew Whitaker Joins Augustana University as Inaugural Artist-in-Residence
The Augustana School of Music has appointed Matthew Whitaker, an internationally-acclaimed jazz pianist, composer and educator, as the university’s inaugural artist-in-residence.
August 05, 2025
Augustana Math & Statistics Skills Center Equals Success, Relieves ‘Math Anxiety’ for Students
The Math & Statistics Skills Center at Augustana University opened to students in Fall 2024 — a response to what faculty were witnessing among students in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Since then, the center has become popular among students with a variety of different majors — taking advantage of its resources, community and vibe.
August 04, 2025
Summer at Augustana University’s Eide/Dalrymple Gallery Features Student Invitational
“The Augustana Student Invitational” is on view at the Augustana University Eide/Dalrymple Gallery through Friday, Sept. 5. A closing gallery reception will take place on Sept. 5, from 7-9 p.m.
July 31, 2025
Following in Her Mother’s Footsteps, Norwegian Student Puts Down Roots at Augustana
An Augustana University student is following in her mother's footsteps and taking a chance on AU. Nadia V. Rhodes '28 comes to the university from Jessheim, Norway, and is excited to share this place — a common bond — with her mom.