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Fur-ward thinking: Revising ESA policies for an inclusive campus

Chloe Baxter April 13, 2024

As Augustana strives to create an inclusive environment for all students, it's important to reassess policies surrounding emotional support animals (ESAs) to ensure they are accessible for all students,...

Augie’s cold shoulder: students with ESAs are left in the heat

Augie’s cold shoulder: students with ESAs are left in the heat

Anh Bui October 7, 2023

Augustana has a diverse student body, and among that, there are people with disabilities who require emotional support animals (ESAs) to enjoy an education equal to their peers. Yet the college often overlooks...

Pets on campus would be a paws-itive change

Chloe Baxter March 4, 2023

Many students had pets growing up and would turn to them in times of stress for comfort and companionship. However, as they transition to life on campus, pets are not allowed. This takes away a method...

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