When an alumna was diagnosed with T-cell prolymphocytic leukemia, her fellow Augustana classmates didn’t think twice about rallying around her. Two Augustana alumnae — who had never even met — came together to be by their friend’s side.
May 22, 2026
Figuring it Out: Augustana Commencement Speaker Encourages Class of 2026 to Embrace Uncertainty Post Graduation
When Abel Alene ‘26 first arrived in South Dakota, he knew almost nothing about Sioux Falls or Augustana University. And Alene didn’t imagine he’d one day stand at the podium as his class’ commencement speaker.
On Saturday, his commencement speech to the Class of 2026 will address the importance of embracing uncertainty.
May 20, 2026
International Nursing Exchange Students Find Second Home at Augustana University, Extend Stay
When Hannah Roland ‘26 and Knut Opheim ‘26 arrived at Augustana University, the Norwegian nursing students expected to stay for just one semester. Within weeks, a supportive community, busy campus life and new friendships convinced them to extend their stay to a full academic year.
May 19, 2026
Augustana University Partnering With Go Beyond to Expand Opportunities for Adults With Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities
Augustana University is partnering with Go Beyond, a new nonprofit organization dedicated to creating innovative residential and community-based opportunities for adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Through the partnership, Augustana and Go Beyond will collaborate on research and program development to better serve this population and expand resources. The partnership will help strengthen post-graduation support for Augie Access Program students, while serving a broader population across the region.
May 18, 2026
Augustana University Introduces Graduating Class of 2026
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 p.m.
May 14, 2026
Augustana University to Offer Organizational Leadership Minor in Fall 2026
The Augustana University Rydell School of Business will introduce an organizational leadership minor to its offered studies in Fall 2026. The minor will allow students from any major to improve their leadership skills, as well as take ownership of their lives and future careers.
May 12, 2026
Augustana Alumnus Recognized for Decades of Service With 2026 Augie Pride Award
Donovan DeJong ‘93 has been named the 2026 Augie Pride Award winner. He was recognized on Wednesday, April 29, at the university’s annual Service Awards & Retirement Recognition Ceremony in the Ordal Dining Hall of Morrison Commons. Since 1999, the Augie Pride Award has been given to employees who go the extra mile to provide exceptional service to the university.