Student Affairs

Division of Student Affairs at AU

Students at Augustana University create lasting relationships within the vibrant campus community through clubs, engaging events and living together in residence halls.

Augustana’s 100+ clubs and organizations range from student government and volunteer service clubs to honor societies and faith organizations.
Community forms in on-campus housing, where students live and learn alongside one another.
Students’ well-being is uplifted by support from the Dean of Students Office and Health & Counseling teams.
Augustana Recreational Services provides programs and activities centered around fitness and wellness, sport club activities, intramurals and more.

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Mission & Vision

The Augustana University Division of Student Affairs’ mission is to create an inclusive culture of care through a variety of exemplary services, programs and activities designed to support all Augustana students in their academic success, personal development and self-exploration. Its vision is to develop critical thinking, community-minded and engaged servant leaders who will make a positive impact as they live out their calling in the world.

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605.274.5215

Division of Student Affairs

Latest News

Augustana Art Department Awards Spitznagel Medal for Achievement in Art to Two Graduating Artists

The university is proud to announce that the Augustana Art Department has presented its highest award — the Harold Spitznagel Medal for Achievement in Art — to two Augustana students. Randi Inez Eggum ‘25 and Quinn Ward ‘25 were awarded the prestigious medal during the opening reception of the Augustana Senior Show at the Eide/Dalrymple Gallery on Friday, April 25.

Meet the 2025 Augustana Covenant Award Recipients

Five Augustana University students received Covenant Awards on Thursday, May 1, during a celebration in Hamre Recital Hall. The Covenant Awards lift up those who exemplify Augustana’s core values: Christian, Liberal Arts, Excellence, Community and Service. Meet the 2025 Covenant Award recipients.

De & Dave Center for Global Engagement Dedication

$1 Million Matching Gift Provides Foundation for Augustana University to Establish De & Dave Knudson Center for Global Engagement

As part of a ceremony held this afternoon, Augustana University dedicated the De & Dave Knudson Center for Global Engagement — previously known as the International Programs Office (IPO). Housed in the Administration Building on campus, the creation of the De & Dave Knudson Center for Global Engagement is part of Augustana’s strategic plan — Viking Bold: The Journey to 2030. With the creation of the De & Dave Knudson Center for Global Engagement, Augustana’s goal is to provide more than just essential services, but to better prepare students for an interconnected world in which we live.