The Augustana University Government & International Affairs Department supports political science study with connections to local leaders and internship opportunities. The department emphasizes key areas, including American politics, political philosophy, methodology, public administration, law, comparative politics and international relations.
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Augustana University is proud to announce the launch of the Election 2024: Curiosity, Courage & Civility Initiative ahead of the U.S. general election in November. This is a university-wide initiative to encourage members of the Augustana community to cultivate curiosity, exhibit courage and practice civility during a polarizing season in America.
Joe Gebel ‘26 is a government & international affairs and religion/philosophy double major from Mitchell, South Dakota. This summer, he interned at Dailey Law, an attorney’s office in Mitchell, where he undertook legal research, drafted court briefs, and edited and adapted contracts.
The Augustana Student Association (ASA) honored three professors with the ASA Faculty of the Year Award on Monday, April 29. The award is given annually for excellence in teaching and distinguished service to the students of Augustana University. Along with writing thank you notes to professors, ASA asks fellow students to nominate their favorite AU faculty member for the awards.