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Free lunch periods at Augustana: A welcome break, but at what cost?
Yael Haddad October 19, 2024

Augustana College has implemented a revised schedule that includes a specific "free period" from 1 to 2 p.m., a time for extracurricular activities, lunches and much-needed breaks. The goal of the altered...

Drop the mic (and the class): A guide to dropping classes and switching majors at Augustana College
Calista DeCoster October 19, 2024

The academic journey in college is rarely a straight line, and making the decision to switch majors or drop classes can be a daunting one that is often shrouded in stigma. Navigating the twists and turns...

A pass/fail grading system would lower student stress
Sarah Holzman October 19, 2024

Academic stress is one of the largest factors that impacts students’ well-being, which is why Augustana should implement a pass/fail grading system in times of stress. Having an option like a pass/fail...

Changing majors, regardless of the timing, is an extremely common experience for college students everywhere.
Drop the mic (and the class): A guide to dropping classes and switching majors at Augustana College
Calista DeCoster October 19, 2024

The academic journey in college is rarely a straight line, and making the decision to switch majors or drop classes can be a daunting one that...

Queerly Beloved, an LGBTQ+ panel hosted by the Office of Student Inclusion and Diversity, takes place at the Brew on Oct. 1, 2024.
Queerly Beloved: OSID hosts LGBTQ+ panelists and community resource fair
Selina Osebre Yawson and Calista DeCoster October 12, 2024

As October unfolds, the LGBTQ+ community at Augustana College is in full swing celebrating LGBTQ+ History Month, a vital time dedicated to recognizing...

Skeleton of Cryolophosaurus in Fryxell Geology Museum, Friday, Sept. 27, 2024.
Hidden gems of Augustana: The fascinating world of the Fryxell Geology Museum
Selina Osebre Yawson October 5, 2024

Tucked away in the Swenson Hall of Geosciences, the Fryxell Geology Museum sits like a fossil waiting to be discovered. And, not unlike a fossil,...

Celebrating culture one block at a time
Selina Osebre Yawson September 28, 2024

Imagine stepping into a continental restaurant where the aroma of spices dance in the air, vibrant music pulses through your veins and laughter...

Sophomore Adilene Hernandez reads a combination of famous and self-written poetry in the Brunner Black Box Theater on Oct. 9.
Symposium Day poetry reading captivates Augustana students
Morin Windle October 18, 2024

On Wednesday, Oct. 9, the Augustana community celebrated its fall 2024 Symposium Day. With lectures, presentations and creative performances...

Homecoming SING performances showcase Greek harmony
Rae Barry October 11, 2024

This year, Augustana celebrated its 104th Homecoming week, hosted by the Office of Student Life. After a week of Homecoming events, including...

Stars take center stage at Augustana’s talent show
Morin Windle October 11, 2024

On Tuesday, Oct. 1, the Augustana community gathered in the Gavle Rooms to witness the annual Homecoming Week talent show hosted by the Office...

Co-presidents of Unabridged Sophomores Cassie Kontos and Mckenna Lewis host the Banned Books Week trivia at the Brew on Sept. 26, 2024.
Bring back the books with Augustana’s banned book trivia
Summer Pandey and Morin Windle October 4, 2024

At Augustana, many students find a cozy spot to study in the Thomas Tredway Library, a pillar of knowledge and enrichment for students to experience...

Augustana College Men’s water polo team practice at the Anne Greve Lund Natatorium on Oct. 10, 2024.
From coast to coast: Men's water polo travels to Pennsylvania after California tournament
Medin Sehic October 17, 2024

The men's water polo team traveled to California for the Gary Trover tournament on Oct. 4. There, they went 2-2, beating UC Merced and Biola...

Elmhurst University's defense swarms to tackle Augustana's defensive line Magnus Wells #96 at the line of scrimmage at the home game against Elmhurst University on Oct. 12, 2024, at Lindberg Stadium.
Augustana football looks for bounce-back win against Elmhurst
Kellan King October 17, 2024

Following a 30-27 loss in double overtime against North Park, Augustana football quickly switched its focus to the momentum-building Elmhurst...

Women's golf swings out of the championships and into the spring season
Elisabeth Ruggiero October 17, 2024

The women's golf team's season has come to an end with a fourth-place finish in the College Conference of Illinois and Wisconsin (CCIW). While...

Back to their roots: Alumni make return for swimming and diving meet
Medin Sehic October 11, 2024

On Oct. 5th, the swimming and diving teams welcomed back alumni for a special event that went beyond celebration. The alumni meet is more than...

Diversity Celebration 2024
May 11, 2024

On May 3, the Office of Student Inclusion and Diversity hosted the final event during diversity week, the Diversity Celebration. The celebration...

Holi 2024
April 26, 2024
OBScast - Student Activism
May 11, 2024

On his final episode of the Observer Podcast, Multimedia Editor Jaren Smith, along with Co-host Dippi Sharma, meet with the former YDSA President,...

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