Through the Benjamin A. Gilman International Scholarship Program, four Augustana students are getting the opportunity to make the world their classroom. Susana Gebrekidan ‘26, Ashley Grandpre ‘24, Rachida Mahamed ‘25 and Alena Vishnevsky ‘26 are the 2023-24 recipients of the Gilman Scholarship — an award that allows students to study abroad who may not have been able to otherwise.
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Black at AU: Awar Okello '27
Augustana understands the value and impact that historically marginalized people have on communities all over the world — recognizing that this university would not be the place it is without these students, faculty and staff. In the "At AU" series, the university aims to showcase these exceptional people so we can all hear their voices in an effort to foster positivity and create awareness of their experiences on campus. For Black History Month, Augustana is featuring Awar Okello ‘27.
Augustana's Boe Forum to Focus on Sustainable Development
Augustana University and the Center for Western Studies (CWS) announced that Dr. Gro Harlem Brundtland, the former prime minister of Norway and director-general of the World Health Organization (WHO), will be the featured speaker for the 26th Boe Forum on Public Affairs to be held at 7:30 p.m., on Tuesday, March 14, 2023, in the Elmen Center.
Tickets Now Available for Augustana’s 27th Boe Forum
Augustana University and the Center for Western Studies (CWS) announced today that free tickets for the 27th Boe Forum on Public Affairs are now available to the public. This year, Augustana’s Boe Forum will feature an evening with New York Times opinion columnist, PBS NewsHour commentator and bestselling author David Brooks. The talk, entitled “America at the Crossroads: The Rule of Law and the Future of Democracy,” will be held at 7:30 p.m., on Tuesday, March 19, in the Elmen Center.
Augustana’s Eide/Dalrymple Gallery Features Retrospective of Tom Rickers
The Eide/Dalrymple Gallery at Augustana University opens “Conjecture: Tom Rickers,” which will be on view from Thursday, March 21, through Friday, April 19. A gallery reception will be on Friday, March 22, from 7-9 p.m. with a talk by the artist at 7:30 p.m.
Augustana Student Fulfills Childhood Dream with White House Internship
Emily Novotny ’20, who is now an Augustana University alumna, says her dreams have come true after landing an internship at the White House.
Augustana University Breaks Ground on $50 Million Project for New, Improved Housing
Augustana University is excited to announce a $50 million housing plan focused on new and enhanced facilities that will serve the educational, spiritual and holistic needs of Augustana’s students and staff, as well as inspire others in the community who utilize its campus.
The Donors Making Augustana Men’s Hockey and Midco Arena a Reality: Tom and Jean Slattery
In October 2021, Augustana University formally announced the addition of the Viking Men’s Hockey Program — which first took the ice in the fall of 2023. Just a little more than two years after the groundbreaking, Augustana Hockey is set to play in Midco Arena for the first time on Jan. 26 and 27. As both fans and the team count down the days, the university recognizes the importance of the founding partners of Midco Arena — partners like JJ’s Wine, Spirits & Cigars, owned by Tom and Jean Slattery.
Augustana University’s 2024 Student Research Symposium to Feature Entomologist Dr. Esther Ngumbi
Augustana is excited to once again host its annual Arthur Olsen Student Research Symposium, set to take place on Saturday, April 13, at the Froiland Science Complex, located on the university’s campus.
Augustana University Initiative Celebrates Women in Philanthropy, Inspires Investment in Student Scholarships
A group of Augustana alumnae and friends are making a collaborative effort to celebrate women who will lead, serve, give, succeed and be bold in their communities.