English & Journalism Department

Interested in English or journalism?

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.

English & Journalism at AU

English & Journalism at AU


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Augustana University
English & Journalism Department
Fryxell Humanities Center
2120 S. Grange Avenue
Sioux Falls, SD 57197

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Augustana University is announcing the release of Dr. Patrick Hicks’s latest book, Greater Minnesota: Exploring the Land of Sky-Blue Waters, which is being published by Indiana University Press. The launch of the book, written by Augustana’s Writer-in-Residence and professor of English, is set to take place on Monday, Sept. 1. In this new book, Hicks takes readers on “a witty, wise and affectionate journey to every corner of the North Star State.”

A total of 235 Augustana University students are choosing to make the world their classroom for January Interim (J-Term) 2025. Along with the students, 25 faculty members and five guests are traveling to 14 countries and two states.

Jackson Dircks ‘25 is a journalism, English and secondary education triple major from Freeburg, Illinois. This summer, Dircks is interning with South Dakota Public Broadcasting (SDPB) in downtown Sioux Falls. From writing daily stories and scripts to exploring videography and radio show production, this internship is providing him with an up-close look at the ever-evolving world of radio broadcasting.