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Augustana students participate in a Japanese speaking practice session with Miyuki Komura, a volunteer staff member, at The Brew on Nov. 14.

Immersive language learning at Augustana: Could clubs replace classrooms?

Yael Haddad November 23, 2024

Language learning in today's society is frequently limited to textbooks, memorization and classrooms. However, at Augustana College, active language-focused clubs like the Spanish and French Clubs provide...

Should public safety receive increased funding to meet state standards and enhance campus safety?

Phat Lam November 23, 2024

One of the most pressing reasons for increased funding is meeting state minimum wage requirements. Inadequate pay can deter qualified individuals from applying for or staying in campus safety roles, including...

Augustana offensive lineman Jimmy Zitkus blocks a Carthage defender while looking back for running room during the home game on Nov. 9, 2024, at Lindberg Stadium. Augustana secured a decisive 31-21 victory against Carthage.

Vikings’ three-game skid concludes at home on senior day

Kellan King November 14, 2024

The Augustana football team, following a skid that saw them fall in three straight contests, was looking to regain its footing as it took on the Carthage Firebirds at home. With the game being senior day...

Senior Johnny Breeden attempts to contain Junior Jake Miller during a drill at the football practice, demonstrating proper tackling technique, at Lindberg Stadium on Oct. 16, 2024.

Vikings slip in momentum-halting loss to Carroll

Kellan King October 24, 2024

After an impressive win against Elmhurst the week prior, the Augustana Vikings faltered in a 30-20 loss against Carroll University on Saturday. The Vikings, now sitting at 2-3 in the CCIW conference, are...

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 Bluejays. At 1-2 in the CCIW, Augustana was looking to avoid...

Football team falls in overtime in homecoming game

Timothy Wallis October 10, 2024

The Augustana football team fell short in double overtime, losing 30-27 to North Park University. Despite leading in the fourth quarter 17-7, the team couldn’t stop the North Park offense late in...

Football Team survives a tough game against Millikin University

Timothy Wallis October 3, 2024

The Vikings football team avoided defeat in their road game against Millikin University Big Blue, winning with the score of 24-20 on Saturday, Sept. 28. This win pushed their overall record to 2-1 and...

The Augustana Men’s Football team practices at the Ericson Field on Sept. 18, 2024.

Football team falls against nationally ranked Wheaton

Timothy Wallis September 26, 2024

The football team fell 42-3 to the Wheaton College Thunder on Saturday, Sept. 21, which moves their record to 1-1. After getting a defensive stop to start the game, the nationally-ranked Thunder proved...

Vikings football kicks off the season with heightened expectations

Vikings football kicks off the season with heightened expectations

Timothy Wallis September 12, 2024

The Augustana football team started the season with a 30-13 win against Simpson College. Coming into the game, expectations from both inside and outside the program have risen after last season's 8-3 record,...

Augie ready to kick off against North Park University on Saturday. Augie won 71-0 at home.

Augie Football Steam Rolls North Park

Alexis Jones October 24, 2019

The Augustana football team cruised to a 71-0 victory against the Vikings of North Park University on Oct. 19. The team improved to 4-2 on the season and remain unbeaten at home this year. 71 points from...

Augustana senior Bobby Jarosz (#15, center) rushes through as senior Tommy Simon (#73, right) blocks Elmhurst junior Tavey Durns (#11, far right) during the Family Weekend home game against Elmhurst College on Saturday Sept, 21 2019. Augustana won the game 55-13. Photo by Ian Murrin.

Augustana Demolishes Elmhurst in First CCIW Game at Family Weekend

Anjelica Ortiz September 26, 2019

ROCK ISLAND, ILL.- After a successful 41-3 win against Coe College last Saturday, the Augustana Vikings kept it rolling with a 55-13 victory against Elmhurst College in their first CCIW game of the season...

Augustana hosts sixth round of NFL Draft

Madison Williams May 2, 2019

In 1971, Augustana football player Ken Anderson waited in his apartment near campus for a phone call. When the phone rang, the Cincinnati Bengals announced they would be selecting him in the third round...

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