Augustana University is excited to announce the launch of its Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program within its School of Health Professions. The university’s first-ever doctorate program will welcome its inaugural cohort in June of 2023.
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Augustana University to Offer Brewing & Fermentation Minor in Fall 2022
Augustana University will offer brewing & fermentation as a minor beginning in the fall of 2022 — adding to the list of interdisciplinary academic programs being developed as part of Augustana’s strategic plan Viking Bold: The Journey to 2030.
Augustana University Announces Spring 2022 Dean’s List
Augustana University announced students who have been named to the Dean's List for the spring semester of the 2021-22 academic year.
Augustana University to Host 14th Annual Lighting the Way Autism Conference With Focus on Advocacy
Augustana University’s Sharon Lust School of Education will host its 14th annual Lighting the Way Autism Conference at Memorial Middle School in Sioux Falls, on Thurs., June 9, and Fri., June 10.
Augustana PRSSA Students Earn Minnesota PRSA Student Classics Award for Work on PR Campaign
The university is proud to announce that Augustana Public Relations Student Society of America (PRSSA) was honored at the 44th annual Minnesota PRSA Classics Awards banquet, held on May 12, in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Augustana Doubles Down on Augie Pride Awards in 2022
For the fifth time in its history, two Augustana University employees were named Augie Pride Award winners — Karie Frank, humanities division coordinator, and Amy Meyers ‘96, employee health nurse.
Augustana Presents Faculty Awards at 2022 Commencement Ceremony
During Augustana’s 2022 commencement ceremony, Provost & Executive Vice President Dr. Colin Irvine presented this year’s faculty awards.
Augustana University’s School of Music Names Sixth Tenured Conductor of the Augustana Choir
Augustana University’s School of Music is excited to announce that Dr. Russell P. Svenningsen, associate professor of music and director of vocal studies, has been named the sixth tenured conductor of the Augustana Choir.
Augustana’s Nursing Class of 2021 Posts Highest NCLEX Pass Rate in South Dakota
Augustana University is proud to announce that its Class of 2021 nursing department graduates within its School of Health Professions achieved a 97.3% pass rate when taking the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) — the highest pass rate of all programs in South Dakota.
Augustana Serves as Pit Stop on International Road to Success
Since 1966, more than 350 international students have graduated from Augustana. Every year, these students come from near and far — bringing invaluable insight and new perspectives to our community. They speak many languages — leaving an indelible mark on Augustana, as they prepare to serve in the world.