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Parker Carbonneau

Parker Carbonneau is sophomore at Augustana, where he studies journalism. He currently serves as ASA reporter

Campus Closet Provides Students with Low-Cost, Professional Clothing

Campus Closet Provides Students with Low-Cost, Professional Clothing

It all started with a few boxes scattered around campus — in dorms, academic buildings and even the administration building. Inside lay donated blazers, shirts, shoes, pants, skirts and ties. By April 8, those donations transformed Student Street inside the Morrison Commons into a pop-up boutique. The Career Closet, a collaboration

Gubbels appointed inaugural CAS dean

After 15 years of teaching at Augustana, Jennifer Gubbels, associate professor of biology and division chair of natural sciences, will serve as the inaugural dean of the College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) starting July 1, 2025. Gubbels’ appointment marks a key step in Provost Joel Johnson’s plan to

Enrollment growth projected for fall 2025

Enrollment growth projected for fall 2025

As Augustana prepares for the next academic year, key metrics suggest a large incoming class for fall 2025. Year-to-date (YTD) applications, admitted students and deposits have increased since fall 2024. President Stephanie Herseth Sandlin believes the preliminary data indicates likely enrollment growth, a notable achievement considering the national trend of

Escaping the college grindset

As a college student, it often feels like there is something I should be doing. If I’m not in class, I should be studying. If I’m not studying, I should be applying for internships. If I’m not applying to internships, I should be building my resume. This

Provost moves forward with CAS restructuring

Provost moves forward with CAS restructuring

This February, Provost Joel Johnson revealed a plan to appoint the College of Arts and Sciences’ (CAS) first dean and restructure its leadership. If approved by President Stephanie Herseth Sandlin, changes will take effect in fall 2025. The restructuring is part of Augustana’s transition from a college to a

Augustana Student Association launches nine new programs

Augustana Student Association launches nine new programs

Augustana Student Association President Annie Johnston and Vice President Prince Adhikari announced the launch of nine new programs and paid internships as part of Phase II of their strategic plan. “Over the summer, we had phase one which was meeting with all the administrators and faculty, seeing where issues are

Special Olympics to take on USF

Special Olympics to take on USF

Update: At the time this story went to print, the Special Olympics club did not plan to compete in regional and state tournaments. However, with support from South Dakota Special Olympics and increased participation, they will now compete as a delegation in tournaments. The story appears below as initially reported.